BITSAT 2026 News: Latest Updates, Notifications & Important Information
On this page, you can find the latest BITSAT 2026 news and updates at one place. BITSAT is the computer-based entrance examination conducted by BITS Pilani for admission to its Integrated First Degree programmes at the Pilani, K K Birla Goa and Hyderabad campuses. Candidates should regularly check the official BITS Pilani admissions website for the latest announcements, schedules and admission-related instructions.
BITSAT 2026 applications began on 15th December, 2025. The official BITS Pilani admission website provides the current schedule for the 2026 admission cycle, including application, test-city allotment, slot booking, examination and admission stages.
For the 2026 admission cycle, BITSAT Session 1 was conducted in April 2026 and Session 2 was conducted in May 2026. Candidates who appeared in both sessions had the opportunity to improve their score, with the higher score considered as applicable under the admission process.
BITSAT 2026 is used for admission to eligible undergraduate programmes including B.E., B.Pharm. and integrated M.Sc. programmes offered at the Pilani, K K Birla Goa and Hyderabad campuses. The official BITSAT 2026 information should be treated as the final authority for eligibility, programmes, examination dates and admission procedures.
BITS Pilani also provides a separate direct-admission route for eligible board toppers, subject to the conditions announced for the admission year. This route is distinct from the regular BITSAT-based admission process.
BITSAT 2026 Important Dates and Updates
The official BITS Pilani admissions website lists the following major milestones for BITSAT 2026:
15th December 2025: BITSAT 2026 application process started.
19th March 2026: Deadline shown on the official admissions website for applying for Session 1 or both sessions.
15th to 16th April 2026: BITSAT 2026 Session 1 examination.
20th April to 5th May 2026: Session 2 application window.
25th to 27th May 2026: BITSAT 2026 Session 2 examination.
27th April to 3rd June 2026: Admission preference form and Class 12 marks submission window shown on the official admission schedule.
Dates can be revised by BITS Pilani. Candidates should always verify the latest schedule and notices on the official admissions website before relying on any date.
BITSAT 2026 Exam and Admission Updates
BITSAT 2026 is a computer-based online test for admission to the Integrated First Degree programmes of BITS Pilani for the 2026-27 academic year. The examination covers the subjects and question structure specified in the official BITSAT 2026 brochure.
The 2026 admission process continues beyond the examination through the submission of Class 12 marks and programme preferences, followed by admission iterations and fee-payment deadlines. Candidates who receive an offer should follow the instructions and deadlines displayed by BITS Pilani for their particular iteration.
BITS Pilani Updates and Admission News
BITS Pilani's official admissions website publishes notices related to BITSAT, First Degree admissions, board-topper admissions and other admission pathways. Candidates should rely on these official notices rather than old news reports for current admission information.
For the 2026 admission cycle, BITS Pilani has published updates concerning admission iterations, offer acceptance, fee-payment deadlines and campus reporting. These notices are particularly important for candidates on the admit list or wait list.
BITSAT News Archive
The archive contains older news and institutional updates related to BITS Pilani and BITSAT published over the years. These historical articles may be useful for background information, but their dates, admission statistics, rankings and event details should not be interpreted as current BITSAT 2026 information.
Rahul Dravid at BITS Pilani Goa Campus Convocation
Earlier institutional coverage reported that cricketer Rahul Dravid was the chief guest at a BITS Pilani K. K. Birla Goa Campus convocation, where students were awarded degrees and PhDs.
BITS Pilani K. K. Birla Goa Campus has also been associated with practice schools, technology incubation, a multi-campus education model and research initiatives.
Union Minister of State at BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus
Earlier coverage also reported a convocation at the BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus attended by Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry D. Purandeshwari, where students received bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees.
These events are part of the historical archive and are retained for reference rather than presented as BITSAT 2026 news.
We also have a separate page to track the latest BITSAT notification.