BITSAT 2018: Application Form, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus

BITSAT 2018 Application Form has been released from 19th December 2017. BITSAT 2018 is also referred as Birla Institute of Technology & Science Admission Test. It is a university level examination, which is organized by the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani. BITSAT exam is an online based examination conducted for providing admissions to all the degree courses offered by BITS and its other campuses. Through BITSAT 2018, students will get admission in engineering, pharmacy & science courses. Here we are providing details about BITSAT 2018 exam, including application form, eligibility, important dates, etc.

BITSAT 2018 Notifications – Application Released

BITSAT 2018 Application Form has been released from 19th December 2017. Click here for application details.

BITSAT Important Dates

Official exam dates of BITSAT 2018 are given here:

Events	Dates (Announced)
Application Form release	19th December 2018
Last date to apply for BITSAT exam	13th March 2018 (5:00 PM)
Editing in the application form	15th – 19th March 2018
Exam centre allotment	21st March 2018
Slot booking	23rd March – 5th April 2018
Hall ticket release	12th April – 10th May 2018
Exam date	16th – 31st May 2018
Apply for admission with 12th marks and Preferences	1st May – 18th June 2018
Admit list & wait list release	20th June 2018

 BITSAT Application Form 2018

The application procedure for BITSAT 2018 is mentioned below:

• Candidates can apply for BITSAT exam through online mode.
• BITSAT 2018 Application Form has been released via online mode from 19th December 2017.
• Fill the registration details like Name, Gender, DOB, E mail, etc. and submit it.
• After registration fill other details like basic details, 12^th exam, test centre preference, etc.
• Make the fee payment using online or offline mode.
• After submitting the application form, don’t forget to keep extra printouts of the application for further use.

Application Fee:

• The application fee will be Rs. 2450/- for female candidates and Rs. 2950/- for other candidates.
• The fee payment can be done through credit or debit card, net banking and cash payment at ICICI Bank.
• In case of choosing Dubai as an exam centre, then students have to pay US $ 70 (Rs. 4500/-) for both male & female candidates.

Check Here – How to Fill BITSAT 2018 Application Form

Eligibility Criteria

Here we are providing the eligibility criteria for BITSAT 2018:

• Qualification Eligibility for other courses (except B.Pharma): Students must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from any recognized board with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics subjects.
• Qualification Eligibility for B.Pharma: Students must have cleared the 12^th or equivalent exam from any recognized board with Physics, Chemistry & Biology subjects.
• Appearing Candidates: Students who have passed 12^th exams in 2017 or appearing in 2018 are eligible to apply.
• Percentage Criteria: In the 12^th exam, candidates must have obtained 75% marks in PCB/PCM group. Candidates must have obtained 60% marks individually in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics/Biology subjects.

BITSAT Exam Pattern

The detailed exam pattern is mentioned below:

• Duration: The duration will be total three hours (without break).
• Exam Mode: The exam will be conducted in computer based mode.
• Type of Question: The question paper will contain multiple choice questions.
• Marking Scheme: Three marks will be given for each correct answer.
• Negative Marking: One mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.
• Number of Question: Total 150 questions will be asked.

Section	Subject	No. of Question
Part I	Physics	40
Part II	Chemistry	40
Part III	(a) English Proficiency	15
	(b) Logical Reasoning	10
Part IV	Mathematics/Biology (For B.Pharm)	45
Total		150

BITSAT Syllabus

The syllabus will be based on the NCERT syllabus of 11^th & 12^th standard. The syllabus will comprise of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. The detailed BITSAT syllabus is mentioned here:

Mathematics:

Complex numbers, The fundamental theorem of algebra, Theory of Quadratic equations, Arithmetic, geometric and harmonic progressions, Logarithms and their properties, Exponential series, Permutations and combinations, Binomial theorem, Pascal’s triangle, etc.

Physics:

Units & Measurement, Kinematics, Newton’s Laws of Motion, Impulse and Momentum, Work and Energy, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Mechanics of Solids and Fluids, etc.

Chemistry:

States of Matter, Atomic Structure, Thermodynamics, Physical and Chemical Equilibria, Electro chemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry, Hydrogen and s-block elements, etc.

Biology:

Diversity in Living World, Cell – The Unit of Life; Structure and Function, Genetics and Evolution, Structure and Function – Plants, Structure and Function – Animals, Reproduction, Growth and Movement in Plants, etc.

Logical Reasoning:

Binary Logic, Verbal Reasoning, Non-verbal Reasoning, Analogy, Puzzle Test, Syllogism, Classification Test, Alphabet Test, Eligibility Test, etc.

English Proficiency:

Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability, Analogies, Syllogisms, Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, Conclusion, Composition, Comprehension, Word Formation, etc.

How to Prepare for BITSAT

• Firstly, find out all the details about the syllabus and start your preparation accordingly.
• Prepare a good time-table and divide time equally for all the subjects.
• You should prepare from the good study materials available in the market.
• Practice from previous year question papers it will give you an idea about the type of question, exam pattern, etc.
• Don’t take stress and be confident about your preparations.

FAQ’s (Most Asked Questions)

Question: I have cleared my 12^th exams in the year 2016. Can i apply for BITSAT exam?

Answer: You are not eligible to apply.

Question: Should I have to apply separately for admissions in Pilani, Hyderabad and Goa campuses?

Answer: No, only one application form will be sufficient.

Question: Which subjects I can include, while calculating the aggregate marks?

Answer: For CBSE students, include PCM and English/Hindi and any one additional elective (total five subjects) and for ISCE students, include PCM and English in the aggregate.

Question: I have passed 12^th exam with PCB subjects. Am I eligible to apply for BITSAT exam?

Answer: Yes, you can apply.

Question: BITSAT exam will be conducted through online or offline mode?

Answer: BITSAT exam will be organized via online mode only.

Question: When will be the BITSAT Application Form 2018 released?

Answer: The application has been released from 19th December 2017.

Question: Can I make corrections in the BITSAT Application Form 2018?

Answer: Yes, the authority shall provide the correction facility in the application form.

Question: I am appearing in 12^th examinations, can I apply for BITSAT exam?

Answer: Yes, students appearing in the qualifying examination in the year 2018 are eligible to apply.

Question: Is there any negative marking in BITSAT exam?

Answer: Yes, one mark will be deducted for incorrect answer.

Question: Is there any need to send the application form to the authority?

Answer: No, there is no need to send the application.