BITSAT 2026 Session 1 began on April 15, 2026
BITSAT 2026 Session 1 started on April 15, 2026 , across centres in India and abroad. Exams ran in two daily shifts — 9 AM–12 PM and 2 PM–5 PM — on April 15 and 16, 2026 . Admit cards were released on April 10, 2026 .
BITSAT 2026 Session 1 — Exam pattern & marking scheme
The test is a computer-based test (CBT) of 3 hours . There are 130 MCQs worth 390 marks in total. Each correct answer gives +3 and each incorrect answer carries a -1 penalty.
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Physics | 30 |
| Chemistry | 30 |
| English & Logical Reasoning | 30 |
| Mathematics or Biology | 40 |
Candidates first attempt the core 130 questions. After finishing these, there is an option to attempt additional bonus questions (rules vary as per official bulletin).
BITSAT 2026 Session 1 — Exam day rules, verification and scholarship
You must carry your admit card and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport etc.) . Biometric verification (fingerprint and photograph) is mandatory at entry. Rough sheets are issued for calculations and must be returned at the end.
Electronic devices including phones, smartwatches, calculators and log tables are prohibited. Re-entry after a washroom break triggers fresh security checks. Malpractice can lead to exam cancellation, fee forfeiture and possible legal action.
BITS Pilani has announced a scholarship for the top performers: the Top 500 rank holders will receive a 100% tuition fee waiver for four years .
Key dates and numbers
| Event | Date / Number |
|---|---|
| Session 1 exam | April 15–16, 2026 |
| Admit card release | April 10, 2026 |
| Session 2 (tentative) | May 24–26, 2026 |
| Result (expected, not official) | Late April or early May 2026 |
| Questions / Total marks | 130 / 390 |
| Expected registrants | 1.5–3+ lakh |
| Seats contested (estimate) | 2,970–4,000 |
Previous-year cutoffs (2025) for reference showed CSE cutoffs around 304 (Pilani) , 274 (Goa) and 270 (Hyderabad) for competitive benchmarking.
Shift 1 reports and section weightage
Initial student reactions for the April 15 morning shift described the paper as broadly moderate. Reported weightages: Physics ~ 45% class 11 / 55% class 12; Chemistry ~ 43% class 11 / 57% class 12 (organic chemistry ~ 30% of the section); Mathematics ~ 40% class 11 / 60% class 12.