BITSAT Expected Cutoff 2026
BITSAT Session 1 concluded on 15-16 Apr 2026 . Early projections put Pilani CS at 306–316 and show a tightening of cutoffs across campuses after a tough Mathematics paper.
BITSAT Expected Cutoff 2026: Key exam facts
Total marks in BITSAT are 390 . Negative marking is -1 for each wrong answer. You must answer 130 regular questions to unlock the 12 bonus questions.
BITS applies normalization/scaling across shifts to adjust for difficulty. The preference form cannot be changed after the submission deadline. Session 2 historically helps about 70% of students improve their scores.
BITSAT Expected Cutoff 2026: Campus-wise expected ranges
| Campus | Program | Expected 2026 Marks Range |
|---|---|---|
| Pilani | B.E. Computer Science | 306 - 316 |
| Pilani | B.E. Electronics & Communication (ECE) | 287 - 297 |
| Pilani | B.E. Electrical & Electronics (EEE) | 262 - 272 |
| Pilani | B.E. Mechanical | 237 - 247 |
| Goa | B.E. Computer Science | 276 - 286 |
| Goa | B.E. Electronics & Communication (ECE) | 257 - 267 |
| Goa | B.E. Electrical & Electronics (EEE) | 245 - 255 |
| Hyderabad | B.E. Computer Science | 272 - 282 |
| Hyderabad | B.E. Electronics & Communication (ECE) | 258 - 268 |
| Hyderabad | B.E. Mechanical | 216 - 226 |
What the Session 1 trends mean for you
Students reported Mathematics as the toughest section and Chemistry as the easiest, the scoring anchor. That shift-wise difficulty is why normalization matters — a hard Math shift can be scaled up in the final scores.
Only about 1 in 50 candidates benefited from bonus questions this session, so unlocking them is high-risk unless you have time and accuracy. A raw 300+ out of 390 implies roughly 77% accuracy and placed candidates in the top 5% of test-takers this session.
If you are 10–15 marks short of your target branch, Session 2 is worth considering — historical data shows many students make gains with focused revision.
Important dates and next steps
- Day 1 exam: 15 Apr 2026
- Day 2 exam (Shift 1): 16 Apr 2026
- Live analysis and updates continued on 18 Apr 2026
Keep an eye on official BITS communications for the finalized cutoffs after all sessions and Iteration rounds. Remember: your best-of-two sessions and the normalized percentile determine admission, not just raw attempts.
FAQs
What is the total marks in BITSAT?
Total marks are 390 .
Does BITSAT use normalization?
Yes. Scores are normalized/scaled across shifts to adjust for varying difficulty.
How do bonus questions work?
You can access 12 bonus questions only after answering the 130 regular questions.
Is there negative marking in BITSAT?
Yes. Wrong answers carry a -1 penalty.
Can I change my branch preferences after submission?
No. The preference form is final after the deadline.
Should I retake Session 2?
About 70% of students improve in Session 2. Consider a retake if you are 10–15 marks short of your target cutoff.