Ques. What are the courses offered at Birla Institute of Technology and Science [BITS] Pilani?
Ans. Birla Institute of Technology and Science [BITS] Pilani offers various courses such as B.E., MBA, ME, B. Pharm (Hons), M. Pharm, M.Sc. (general), M.Sc. (Hons), and Ph.D.
Ques. Does BITS Pilani conduct any entrance examination for admission to its various courses?
Ans. BITS Pilani provides admission to its various programs based on the entrance test conducted by the institute itself. For admission to its B.Tech or B.E. course and Integrated M.Sc. program, eligible candidates are required to appear for BITSAT.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for admission to the BITS B.Tech course?
Ans. The eligibility criteria for admission to BITS B.E./B.Tech course is that the candidate must have passed 10+2 examinations with a minimum of 75% in PCM and English along with 60% marks scored individually in each subject.
Ques. What is the selection procedure for the BITS Pilani Master’s Degree program?
Ans. Candidates who have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their B.E. or B.Tech are eligible to apply. However, candidates shall have a valid GATE or BITS-HD score. The institute will release a merit list based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance test. Then, the shortlisted candidates will be invited for the further interview round. The final selection for admission to BITS Pilani Master’s programs will be based on candidates’ performance in the interview, their qualifying examinations, and entrance examination scores.
Ques. How can I get admission to BITS’ Dubai campus?
Ans. The procedure for admission to BITS’ Dubai courses is the same as other campuses. Moreover, it is mandatory for all eligible candidates to have a valid U.A.E. residence visa to study at BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus (BPDC).
Ques. Can I choose my preferred campus and college for admission?
Ans. Yes, after BITS Pilani releases the merit list basis of the entrance examination. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the seat allotment counselling process where they can select colleges and courses according to their preference. However, seats will be provided to candidates based on their merit rank and preference.
Ques. What is the admission procedure for admission to BITS Pilani Doctoral programs?
Ans. BITS Pilani conducts the BITS-DOMBITS entrance exam to provide admission to its Ph.D. program. Candidates seeking admission to BITS Pilani Doctoral programs must have passed the Master’s degree examination to appear in the entrance test. After the conduction of the BITS-DOMBITS entrance exam, BITS Pilani releases a merit list. Shortlisted candidates are further invited for PI or viva-voce. The final selection for admission to BITS Pilani Ph.D. program is based on the candidate’s performance in PI, entrance exam, and qualifying examination scores. First, candidates having a postgraduate degree are eligible for admission to BITS Pilani Doctoral programs. However, BITS conducts an online entrance test for the selection of candidates that is BITS-DOMBITS. The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the personal interview or viva-voce, entrance test, and their qualifying examination.
Ques: Does BITS Pilani offer Distance education as well?
Ans: No, BITS Pilani does not currently have any provision for distance education for its students.
Ques: How are PhD courses offered in BITS Pilani?
Ans: BITS Pilani offers PhD courses in Full-Time Ph.D./ Part-Time Ph.D./ Faculty development scheme and Ph.D. aspirant scheme to its students.
Ques: What is the application fee for the PhD program offered in BITS Pilani?
Ans: The application fee for BITS Pilani PhD program is INR 2400, The application fee is non-refundable and will be used for appearing the entrance test conducted by the Institute.