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Primebook Team
15 Jan 2026
BITSAT 2026: Dates & Exam Pattern
With the BITSAT 2026 notification officially released, aspirants now have confirmed visibility into the exam timeline and testing structure. Known for its speed-driven format and multiple exam sessions, BITSAT requires a clear understanding of dates and paper pattern to align preparation effectively.
In this blog, we break down the official BITSAT 2026 dates and exam pattern, based strictly on the information released by BITS.
BITSAT 2026 Important Dates
BITSAT 2026 registration and timeline have been announced on the official admissions portal, covering Session-1 and Session-2 for undergraduate admissions to BITS Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad.
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Event |
Timeline |
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BITSAT 2026 Registration Start Date for Session 1 |
15th December 2025 |
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BITSAT 2026 Registration End Date for Session 1 |
16th March 2026 |
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BITSAT 2026 Registration Start Date for Session 2 |
20th April 2026 |
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BITSAT 2026 Registration End Date for Session 2 |
2nd May 2026 |
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Slot Booking Window for Session 1 |
April 2026 |
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Slot Booking Window for Session 2 |
May 2026 |
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Admit Card Release Date for Session 1 |
April 2026 |
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Admit Card Release Date for Session 2 |
May 2026 |
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BITSAT 2026 Session 1 Exam Date |
15th to 17th April 2026 |
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BITSAT 2026 Session 2 Exam Date |
24th to 26th May 2026 |
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BITSAT 2026 Session 1 Result Declaration Date |
Within 2–3 days after the last exam day (by mid-April 2026) |
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BITSAT 2026 Session 2 Result Declaration Date |
Within 2–3 days after the last exam day (by late May 2026) |
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Counselling & Admission |
June-July 2026 |
Also Read: BITSAT Registration Process & Eligibility
BITSAT 2026 Exam Pattern
Here's a detailed breakdown of the BITSAT 2026 exam pattern to help you strategise your preparation better.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Exam Level |
University Level |
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Exam Frequency |
Once a year (conducted in two sessions) |
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Mode of Exam |
CBT (Computer-Based Test) |
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Medium of Exam |
English only |
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Exam Duration |
3 hours |
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Question Type |
MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
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Total No. of Questions |
130 (excluding optional extra questions) |
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Total Sections |
5 |
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Section-Wise Questions’ Breakdown |
Physics: 30 Chemistry: 30 English Proficiency: 10 Logical Reasoning: 20 Mathematics / Biology (Selective): 40 |
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Total Marks |
390 |
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Marking Scheme |
+3 marks for each correct answer |
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Negative Marking |
Applicable: −1 mark for each incorrect answer |
Additional Rule:
Candidates who complete all 130 compulsory questions within the allotted time are allowed to attempt 12 additional questions. These extra questions are drawn from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology. Once a candidate opts to attempt the extra questions, all 12 must be answered, and they are evaluated using the same marking scheme (+3, −1).
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To conclude, BITSAT stands apart not just for what it tests, but for how it tests. With its emphasis on speed, accuracy, and decision-making under time pressure, the exam rewards familiarity with its structure as much as subject knowledge. For aspirants targeting BITS campuses in 2026, understanding this distinctive testing approach helps place BITSAT preparation in the right context alongside other engineering entrance exams.
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