The BITSAT exam is conducted by BITS Pilani in CBT/Online mode. It consists of four sections: each covering one subject, with the exception of Part III, which includes two subjects. The subjects in BITSAT 2026 are Physics, Chemistry, English, Logical Reasoning, and Maths/Biology.
- Mathematics/Biology carry 40 questions, the highest in the BITSAT question paper.
- English carries the lowest weightage of only 10 questions.
- You have a total of 180 minutes (3 hours) for the BITSAT question paper.
- Those who attempt all 130 questions are eligible for bonus questions if time permits.
BITSAT marking scheme allows you to score a maximum of 390 marks from 130 questions. You can score an extra 36 marks by attempting 12 bonus questions in BITSAT 2026.
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Key Summary
- The total number of questions, marking scheme, and sectional distribution remained unchanged.
- There is no time restriction on Parts in BITSAT 2026 question paper.
- You can attempt a total of 12 bonus questions in BITSAT.
- 3 bonus questions are asked each from Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Biology, and LR.
- While attempting bonus questions, you are not allowed to edit answers of previous 130 questions.
- You can not choose more than 1 option as the correct answer.
- Biology is included in BITSAT 2026 question paper for BPharm admissions only.
BITSAT Exam Pattern 2026: Section Wise
BITSAT exam pattern includes 130 questions from a total of 5 subjects. The subject-wise distribution of questions in the BITSAT question paper is discussed below.
- Physics and Chemistry each carry 30 questions in BITSAT 2026.
- English and LR combined carry 30 questions.
- Remaining 40 questions are asked from Mathematics or Biology (for BPharm).
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | Physics | 30 | 90 |
| Part II | Chemistry | 30 | 90 |
| Part III | English Proficiency | 10 | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 | 60 | |
| Part IV | Mathematics/Biology (For B. Pharm) | 40 | 120 |
| Total 4 Parts | Total 5 Subjects | Total 130 Questions | Total 390 |
Source:@bits-pilani.ac.in
Ques. How no sectional time limit changes attempt order?
Ans. With no sectional time limit in BITSAT, you are allowed to attempt sections in any order. Because of this flexibility, you can:
- Prioritise strong or scoring sections in BITSAT 2026.
- Skip difficult/time-consuming questions and review later.
- Avoid getting stuck in any section early.
You are advised to solve English/LR early, as the sections are considered easy and score highly.
Ques. Why are English and LR questions considered score boosters?
Ans. English and logical reasoning questions are considered score boosters because of the following reasons.
- English and LR questions are less time-consuming than PCM/B questions.
- Difficulty level of English and LR questions is easy-moderate.
- These questions require less time for high accuracy, boosting overall score in BITSAT.
BITSAT Sectional Weightage and Difficulty Level
Most students on Reddit noted that they found the BITSAT difficult last year. Some students indicated that BITSAT was difficult than the JEE Main examination.
| Section | Weightage (% of Paper) | Difficulty Level (User Consensus, 2025) | Key User Quotes/Experiences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | ~23% | Medium-Hard | "No questions too difficult if basics are known, but mixed concepts and lengthy." |
| Chemistry | ~23% | Medium (inorganic/organic heavy) | "Inorganic and Organic dominated; Physical barely there – felt scorable but shift-dependent." |
| Mathematics | ~31% | Hard | "Calculus overload; very different and tricky compared to mocks." |
| English Proficiency | ~8% | Easy | "Pretty chill; easy marks if prepared." |
| Logical Reasoning | ~15% | Medium-Hard | "More lengthy and non-obvious patterns than mocks." |
In a Reddit discussion Post for BITSAT Difficulty Analysis by “r/Bitsatards”, one of the users noted, “BITSAT is more difficult than JEE Mains. Physics and chemistry levels same as JEE, but here you have to attempt 60 questions of that very same level with less time and more deadly negative marking."
Ques. Is difficulty level different question paper sets in BITSAT?
Ans. As stated by BITS Pilani on the BITSAT official brochure, questions are selected randomly from a large question bank. However, experts will ensure that the question sets are of comparable difficulty level, content, question type, etc.
Source:@bits-pilani.ac.in
BITSAT Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme
BITSAT marking scheme includes +3 marks for a correct answer and -1 for each incorrect answer. No negative marking will be applied for questions not attempted in BITSAT 2026.
| Aspect | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +3 marks | "Each correct answer fetches 3 marks" (Official brochure, confirmed by students) |
| Incorrect Answer | -1 mark (Negative marking) | "more stringent -ve... if your accuracy is low, you're gone" (Reddit r/JEENEETards) |
| Unattempted Questions | 0 marks | "No marks deducted for unanswered questions" (Common advice: "better to skip than guess") |
| Total Questions (Main) | 130 | "130 questions, 3 hours, no sectional time" (Student discussions) |
| Bonus Questions | Up to 12 extra (after finishing 130) | "Once you attempt and mark every single question... it will unlock 12 Bonus Questions... but can't change previous answers" (Reddit r/JEENEETards) |
| Total Maximum Marks | 390 (main) + up to 36 (bonus) | "The exam rewards accuracy and speed... negative marking discourages guesswork" (Students) |
In a discussion regarding bonus questions, a Reddit user asked if anyone could get 400 out of 390 marks in BITSAT. In the same Reddit Thread, user “Busy_Foundation_4251” responded that if you answer all questions correctly, it can get you a score of 426 out of 390 marks.
Source:@reddit.com
Ques. How marking scheme influence guessing?
Ans. In BITSAT, you get 3 marks for each correct answer, and -1 mark for each incorrect answer. With blind guessing, your net score can be reduced because of negative marking.
- Eliminating 1-2 options based on Educated Guessing can be beneficial.
- It is better to leave a question unattempted instead of guessing blindly.
You are advised to focus on option elimination and quick decision-making while preparing for BITSAT 2026.
BITSAT Exam Pattern 2026: Check Topic Wise Weightage
Vineet Khatri, IIT Roorkee alumnus and founder of “ATP STAR”, shared an analysis of topic-wise weightage for BITSAT 2026. You can check the weightage of each chapter of BITSAT 2026 in the tables below.
- In BITSAT Mathematics, Sequence & Series, AOD, Circle, and Trigonometry are likely to carry 3-4 questions each.
- In BITSAT Physics, topics like Current Electricity, Geometrical Optics, Electrostatics, EMI, and Modern Physics-I carry around 2-4 questions each.
- High-weightage topics in BITSAT Chemistry include Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds, etc.
BITSAT Mathematics High Weightage Chapters
| Chapter Name | Weightage | Expected Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Sequence & Series | 12% | 4 |
| AOD | 12% | 4 |
| Circle | 9% | 3 |
| Trigonometry | 9% | 3 |
| Matrix and Determinant | 6% | 2 |
| Limits | 6% | 2 |
| Vector & 3D | 6% | 2 |
| Permutation & Combination | 6% | 2 |
| Parabola | 6% | 2 |
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BITSAT Physics High Weightage Chapters
| Chapter Name | Weightage | Expected Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Current Electricity | 12% | 4 |
| Geometrical Optics | 6% | 2 |
| Electrostatics | 6% | 2 |
| EMI | 6% | 2 |
| Modern Physics-I | 6% | 2 |
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BITSAT Chemistry High Weightage Chapters
| Chapter Name | Weightage | Expected Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Bonding | 10% | 2-3 |
| Chemical Bonding | 10% | 2-3 |
| Coordination Compound | 7% | 1-2 |
| Coordination Compound | 7% | 1-2 |
| S-Block Element & Hydrogen | 7% | 1-2 |
| S-Block Element & Hydrogen | 7% | 1-2 |
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Ques. Is BITSAT topic-wise weightage same for each shift?
Ans. No, topic wise weightage in BITSAT may vary with shifts. However, some high-weightage and medium-weightage topics constantly carry same number of questions as discussed in the table below.
| Subject | High Weightage Topics (User-Reported) | Medium/Low Weightage Topics | User Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Electrostatics (dipoles, fields, charges) | Mechanics, some shifts are low overall | "Can't skip concepts; mixed questions." |
| Chemistry | Inorganic/Organic (salt analysis, p-block, GOC, biomolecules); Practical Chem | Physical (electrochem, equilibrium – only 3-4 Qs) | "Inorganic/Organic heavy; easier if memorised." |
| Maths | Calculus (area, differential equations); Algebra | Geometry (conics, 3D, vectors – 3-4 Qs) | "Calculus dominates; lengthy mixed problems." |
BITSAT Previous Years Question Papers
You must go through the BITSAT previous years' papers to understand the BITSAT exam pattern. Collegedunia has collected the BITSAT previous years’ papers and prepared solutions. You can check the previous years’ papers of BITSAT 2026 below.
| BITSAT Exam Year | BITSAT Question Papers |
|---|---|
| BITSAT 2025 | Check Here |
| BITSAT 2024 | Check Here |
| BITSAT 2023 | Check Here |
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BITSAT Exam Pattern vs JEE Main Exam Pattern
The table below briefly compares the BITSAT exam pattern with JEE Main exam pattern. Key differences between the exam patterns of BITSAT and JEE Main are:
- The total number of questions in BITSAT is 130, and in JEE Main is 75.
- BITSAT includes MCQ questions; however, JEE Main include MCQs and Numerical Value-Based questions.
- BITSAT includes questions from PCM/B, English and LR subjects.
- JEE Main includes questions from only PCM subjects.
- Total marks in BITSAT are 390, whereas in JEE Main are 300.
- For each correct MCQ, +3 marks are awarded in BITSAT, whereas in JEE Main, +4 marks are awarded.
| Aspect | BITSAT 2026 | JEE Main 2026 (Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech) |
|---|---|---|
| Mode | Online CBT | Online CBT |
| Duration | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Total Questions | 130 | 75 (25 each: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) |
| Questions to Attempt | All 130 | All 75 |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, Logical Reasoning | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Question Distribution | Physics: 30 Chemistry: 30 Mathematics: 40 English: 10 Logical Reasoning: 20 | Physics: 25 Chemistry: 25 Mathematics: 25 (Per subject: 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical) |
| Marking Scheme | +3 correct, -1 incorrect | MCQs: +4 correct, -1 incorrect Numerical: +4 correct, 0 incorrect |
| Total Marks | 390 | 300 |
| Negative Marking | Yes | Yes (MCQs only) |
| Exam Sessions | Two (Apr 15-17, May 24-26) | Two (Jan 21-30, Apr 2-9) |
BITSAT Exam Pattern FAQs
Ques. Are there numerical answer-type questions in BITSAT?
Ans. No, there are no numerical answer-type questions in BITSAT. BITSAT question paper will purely be based on MCQ questions. The official brochure states that:
- Questions are of objective type (multiple choice questions).
- Each question will have 4 options.
- Out of 4 options, only 1 will be correct.
Source:@bits-pilani.ac.in
Ques. Can I edit answers to questions in BITSAT?
Ans. Yes, you can change the answer to any question at any time during the examination. The BITSAT official brochure states that you are free to go back and change any of the answers to the 130 questions.
Ques. Can I opt for bonus questions before completing 130 compulsory questions?
Ans. No, you are not allowed to opt for bonus questions unless you complete the compulsory 130 questions. You can opt for bonus questions only if:
- You attempt all 130 questions without skipping any questions.
- You still have time left.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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