About BITS Pilani
Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani (BITS Pilani), commonly known as BITS Pilani, is one of India's most prestigious educational institutions. Established in 1964, it is located in Pilani, Rajasthan and is accredited with NAAC Grade A+.
It ranks Top 25 in NIRF 2026 Overall rankings and is consistently recognised among the top institutions in India for academics, research, and career outcomes. Entrance to undergraduate programs is through BITSAT.
| Established | 1964 |
| Type | Deemed University (Private) |
| Status | Deemed University |
| NAAC Grade | A+ |
| NIRF Overall 2026 | Top 25 |
| QS World Rank 2026 | 551–600 |
| Campus Area | 328 acres |
| Entrance Exam | BITSAT |
| Average Placement | ₹18 LPA |
| Highest Placement | ₹1.5 Crore |
Courses Offered at BITS Pilani
| Program | Seats | Cutoff / Criteria | Avg Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE Computer Science | 130 | BITSAT 360+ | ₹26 LPA |
| BE Electronics & Electrical | 120 | BITSAT 340+ | ₹22 LPA |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | 100 | BITSAT 300+ | ₹16 LPA |
| BE Chemical Engineering | 80 | BITSAT 290+ | ₹15 LPA |
| MSc Physics + BE (Dual) | 60 | BITSAT 310+ | ₹20 LPA |
| MSc Economics + BE (Dual) | 50 | BITSAT 320+ | ₹18 LPA |
BITS Pilani Admissions 2026
Admission to BITS Pilani is primarily through BITSAT. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria and participate in the respective centralised counselling process.
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Eligibility: Minimum 75% marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD) with required subjects. Age criteria as per exam norms.
BITS Pilani Fee Structure 2026
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (approx.) | ₹5.8L |
| Total 4-Year Cost (incl. hostel) | ₹23–25L (4 years) |
| SC/ST Concession | Full tuition fee waiver (where applicable) |
| MCM / Need-Based Aid | Available for family income below ₹4.5 lakh/year |
BITS Pilani Placement Statistics 2024
₹18 LPA
Average CTC
₹1.5 Crore
Highest Package
90%
Placement Rate
Top Recruiters
Google Microsoft Goldman Sachs Amazon Samsung Qualcomm Texas Instruments Uber Flipkart
Scholarships at BITS Pilani
- 🎓 BITS Merit Scholarship (up to 20% fee)
- 🎓 Dr. GD Birla Merit Scholarship
- 🎓 INSPIRE (DST)
- 🎓 Need-based Aid
Frequently Asked Questions | BITS Pilani
What BITSAT score is needed for BITS Pilani CSE?+
BITS Pilani Pilani campus Computer Science requires BITSAT score of 360+ out of 390 for General category. Goa campus CSE cutoff is around 340+ and Hyderabad campus around 330+. Cutoffs vary slightly each year.
Is JEE required for BITS Pilani admission?+
No. BITS Pilani does NOT use JEE scores. Admission is solely through BITSAT (BITS Admission Test), conducted online by BITS Pilani. Students with 75%+ in PCM in Class 12 can apply.
What is the fee at BITS Pilani?+
BITS Pilani 2024-25 annual tuition fee is approximately ₹5.8 lakh. Total 4-year cost including hostel and mess is ₹23–25 lakh. BITS does not offer government fee concessions (being a private deemed university) but has merit-based internal scholarships.