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BITSAT marks vs rank: April 15 Slot 2 snapshot and expected cutoffs for 2026

BITSAT April 15, 2026 Slot 2 was moderate; marks-to-rank ranges show heavy competition in 300–350 and 380+ likely lands top 300. See cutoffs for CSE and other programs.

Edited by Sandeep Yadav

Updated April 18, 2026 4:01 AM

    BITSAT marks vs rank: April 15 Slot 2 update

    BITSAT April 15, 2026 Slot 2 was conducted and students called the paper moderate . Early memory-based analysis gives a snapshot of BITSAT marks vs rank for this slot and the likely cutoffs for popular programmes.

    BITSAT marks vs rank: April 15 Slot 2 snapshot

    Small mark differences can shift ranks a lot in this slot. The exam allows 130 questions , and answering all unlocks 12 bonus questions — a factor that can change final scores.

    BITSAT Marks (out of 390) Estimated Rank Range
    380+ Top 300
    351–380 301–2,300
    301–350 2,320–8,800
    251–300 8,800–22,400
    201–250 22,400–32,500
    Less than 200 32,500+

    Only about 0.1% of candidates reach 380+ , so expect intense competition for top ranks. Afternoon slots in general trend from moderate to tough; that could slightly lower ranks for the same raw marks.

    How BITSAT marks vs rank maps to campuses and branches

    A score of 380+ is typically enough to target CSE at BITS Pilani . Scores in the 300–350 band see very high competition; small score differences can move you several thousand ranks.

    Estimated programme cutoffs (expected) for 2026:

    Programme BITS Pilani (expected) BITS Goa (expected) BITS Hyderabad (expected)
    B.E. Computer Science 310 280 276
    Highest M.Sc. (Economics) 257 243 237
    Lowest B.E. at Pilani (Environmental) 209 205 187

    If your score is below 200 , chances at the main BITS campuses are low; BITS Dubai remains a realistic option for many in that range.

    What this means for you right now

    If you scored 300–350 , expect tight competition — prepare preference lists carefully during counselling. If you scored 200–250 , target M.Sc. options and lower-demand branches; below 200 , look at Dubai or later round possibilities.

    Key numbers to remember

    • April 15, 2026 — Slot 2 exam date
    • 130 questions to attempt to unlock 12 bonus questions
    • 200 marks — estimated minimum considered score
    • 380+ — top 300 territory (about 0.1% achieve this)

    FAQs

    Can I get BITS with 200 marks? A: With 200 , CSE/ECE at Pilani is highly unlikely. You may have slim chances for newer campuses or lower branches in later rounds.
    Can I get BITS with 250 marks? A: 250 gives a moderate shot at lower branches at Pilani and better chances at Goa or Hyderabad for some programmes.
    Is 290 a good score in BITSAT? A: Yes. 290 is respectable and can get you core branches like Mechanical or Electrical at main campuses, depending on rank and seat demand.
    Is 160 a good score in BITSAT? A: No. 160 is low for engineering or M.Sc.; you may only get very limited options like B.Pharm or other low-demand courses.
    Do bonus questions matter? A: Yes. You must attempt all 130 to unlock 12 bonus questions; they can boost or, if answered poorly, hurt your final score.
    How large are rank shifts for small mark changes? A: Very large in this slot — especially in the 300–350 band where competition is highest.
    Where can I apply if my score is below 200 ? A: Consider BITS Dubai or prepare for later counselling rounds and different branches.
    Which campuses have the highest CS cutoffs? A: BITS Pilani expects the highest CS cutoff (around 310 ), followed by Goa and Hyderabad.

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