Somdatta Roy
Senior Content Writer | Updated on - Jun 4, 2026

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, has extended the BITSAT-2026 First Degree preference filling window until June 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Candidates who missed the initial June 1 deadline must use this extended window to input their 12th board marks and select their preferred engineering, science, or pharmacy programs across the BITS campuses.

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Submit your Class 12 marks and choose your program preferences for BITSAT 2026-27. Complete the "FD Preference Form" on the official admissions portal to remain eligible for the Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses. To be eligible, candidates must have secured a minimum aggregate of 75% in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) or PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) in Class 12. Furthermore, a minimum score of 60% is mandatory in each individual subject within these groups. Please note that PCB candidates are restricted to applying for the B.Pharmacy and B.E. Environmental and Sustainability Engineering programmes only.

If your marksheet has already been issued, you must upload it by the deadline. While the standard deadline for uploading marksheets is June 3 (5 PM) candidates from boards with delayed results (such as NIOS) are granted an extension until July 10, 2026, to provide their final documents. Make sure all your information is accurate, as BITS will verify your documents. Any false information could result in your admission being cancelled or even legal action.

How to Apply for BITS with 12th Marks?

To secure a seat at BITS Pilani, Goa, or Hyderabad, check these following steps:

  • Step 1: Log in to the Official BITS Admissions Website (admissions.bitspilani.ac.in) using your BITSAT application number and password.
  • Step 2: Look for the link titled "Admission to First Degree programmes by filling in 12th Marks and Preferences".
  • Step 3: Accurately input your marks for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology. You must also enter your overall aggregate and details of other mandatory subjects like English.
  • Step 4: You will be required to upload a scanned copy of your official Class 12 marksheet/certificate for verification using the specific Board Code.
  • Step 5: A separate application fee for admission must be paid. All submitted information is subject to strict verification by the Institute.

BITSAT 2026: Registration & Admission Fee 

The BITSAT 2026 fee amounts are given below:

Fee ComponentCandidate CategoryAmount (INR)
BITSAT Registration FeeMale3,600 (1 Session) / 5,600 (Both)
Female/Transgender3,100 (1 Session) / 4,600 (Both)

Admission Application Fee

(12th Marks & Program Choices)

All Applicants1,000

BITSAT 2026: Official State Board Codes

When filling out the application form, use the specific code corresponding to the Board where the 12th examination was completed.

Examination Board NameCode
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)CBAT / CBSE
Council for the Indian School Certificate (ISC)ISCT
Board of Intermediate EducationAPBT
Assam Higher Secondary Education CouncilASBT
Bihar Intermediate CouncilBICT
Board of Secondary EducationCGBT
Goa Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary EducationGDBT
Gujarat Secondary Education BoardGJBT
Board of School EducationHRBT
Board of School EducationHPBT
J&K State Board of School EducationJKBW
Jharkhand Intermediate CouncilJHCT
Board of Pre-University ExaminationKART
Board of Higher Secondary ExaminationKERT
Board of Secondary EducationMPBT
State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Ed.MSBT
Council of Secondary EducationCHMT
Board of School EducationMEGT
Board of School EducationMZBT
Board of School EducationNAGT
Council of Higher Secondary EducationCHOT
Punjab School Education BoardPNBT
Board of Secondary EducationRJBT
Board of Higher Secondary ExaminationTNBT
Board of Intermediate EducationTSBT
Tripura Board of Secondary EducationTRBT
Board of Intermediate ExaminationUPBT
Board of Intermediate ExaminationUABT
Council of Higher Secondary ExaminationWBBT
Foreign QualificationsFORW
Any Board/University not listed aboveAOBW

FD Scholarship Schemes at BITS Pilani

Every year, about 25% of newly admitted students receive tuition fee waivers ranging from 10% to 100%. To continue receiving these awards, students must maintain strong academic performance and follow the institute's code of conduct. These are divided into two categories:

Merit Scholarships

These awards are based strictly on academic performance:

  • Top 2% of students: Receive a 100% tuition fee waiver.
  • Next top 1% of students: Receive a 50% tuition fee waiver.

Merit-cum-Need Scholarships

These awards consider both academic ranking and the financial requirements of the student:

  • Top 3% of students: Receive a 100% tuition fee waiver.
  • Next top 6% of students: Receive a 50% tuition fee waiver.
  • Next top 12% of students: Receive a 25% tuition fee waiver.
  • Next 6% of students: Receive a 10% tuition fee waiver.

 

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