BITSAT 2026 absentee slot: April 19 date announced
The BITSAT 2026 absentee slot is scheduled for April 19, 2026 , for candidates who miss Session 1. Booking opens on April 16 at 11:00 AM and closes on April 17 at 2:00 PM on admissions.bits-pilani.ac.in.
Session 1 exams were held on April 15 and 16, 2026 , across four shifts. The absentee slot will be held at select cities; exact centres have not been published. Gulf country candidates are eligible to apply for the absentee slot.
BITSAT 2026 absentee slot — key dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Session 1 exam dates | April 15-16, 2026 |
| Absentee slot exam date | April 19, 2026 |
| Slot booking start | April 16, 2026 — 11:00 AM |
| Slot booking end | April 17, 2026 — 2:00 PM |
| Session 2 exam dates | May 24-26, 2026 |
The booking window runs for roughly 27 hours from start to finish. You must complete booking within this window; no extensions are announced.
How to book BITSAT 2026 absentee slot
- Go to admissions.bits-pilani.ac.in and log in with your application credentials.
- Find the Session 1 absentee slot booking link and choose the April 19 slot.
- Confirm your centre and shift as prompted, then download the revised BITSAT hall ticket.
After booking, download the revised admit card immediately. Your revised BITSAT hall ticket will show the reporting time and shift timings you must follow at the exam centre.
Eligibility and requirements for BITSAT 2026 absentee slot
The absentee slot is for candidates who could not appear for Session 1 due to exam clashes. Gulf country candidates can apply. You must register and book only through the official admissions.bits-pilani.ac.in portal using your application login.
What the authorities have not published: exact cities and centre lists for the absentee slot, any extra fees, seat availability, documentation to carry, or refund/rescheduling policy. Check the official portal for updates before you travel.
Session 2 reminder
If you cannot take the April 19 absentee slot or do not get a slot, Session 2 of BITSAT is scheduled for May 24-26, 2026 . Keep your application login active for any further updates.