The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, has opened its application forms for the BITSAT 2026 entrance exam, Session 1. This exam is important for students who want to join engineering courses at BITS Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses. Along with the application release, BITS Pilani has increased the application fee by Rs. 100 for all students, across all categories and test centres.
Students who wish to apply for BITSAT 2026 Session 1 or for both sessions must complete their application and pay the fees by March 16, 2026, 5 PM . The application form for Session 2 will be available later, from April 20, 2026 .
BITSAT 2026 Application Fees Go Up
BITS Pilani has raised the application fee for BITSAT 2026. The new fee is Rs. 100 higher than last year's fee across all categories. For example, last year, a male student applying for only Session 1 at an Indian or Nepal exam centre paid Rs. 3500 . This year, the same application will cost Rs. 3600 . Similar fee changes apply to all genders, different test options (only Session 1 or both sessions), and all exam centres, including Dubai.
Fees for Indian and Nepal Centres
Here are the new application fees for students taking the exam in India and Nepal:
| Session | Male | Female | Transgender |
| Only Session 1 | Rs. 3600 | Rs. 3100 | Rs. 3100 |
| Both Session 1 & Session 2 | Rs. 5600 | Rs. 4600 | Rs. 4600 |
Fees for Dubai Centre
Students choosing the Dubai centre for BITSAT 2026 will also pay revised fees:
| Session | All Candidates |
| Only Session 1 | Rs. 7250 |
| Both Session 1 & Session 2 | Rs. 9250 |
Important Dates for BITSAT 2026 Application
Students must keep track of these key dates to avoid missing important deadlines:
- Application Form Release (Session 1): Out now
- Last Date to Apply (Session 1 & Both Sessions): March 16, 2026 (till 5 PM)
- Application Form Release (Session 2): April 20, 2026
- Last Date to Apply (Session 2 Only): May 2, 2026
How to Pay the BITSAT Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online. You can use various online payment methods provided by BITS Pilani. The available options include PayU Money , PayTM , or Razorpay . It is important to remember that once paid, the BITSAT application fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another applicant or session.
Steps to Apply for BITSAT 2026
Follow these simple steps to fill out and submit your BITSAT 2026 application form:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the official BITS Pilani admissions website.
- Register: First, you need to register by providing basic details like your name, email ID, and mobile number.
- Fill the Application Form: Log in with your new registration details. Carefully fill in all required information in the application form, such as personal details, educational qualifications, and preferred exam centres.
- Upload Documents: You may need to upload scanned copies of your photo and signature. Make sure they meet the size and format requirements mentioned on the website.
- Pay Application Fee: Choose your preferred payment method (PayU Money, PayTM, or Razorpay) and pay the correct application fee based on your gender, chosen session(s), and exam centre.
- Review and Submit: Before final submission, review all the details you have entered. Make sure everything is correct. Then, submit your application form.
- Print Confirmation: After successful submission, download and print a copy of your filled application form and fee payment receipt for your records.
Checking Your Application and Payment Status
After you submit your application and pay the fee, you can check its status online. To do this, you need to log in to the application portal using your registered details. If you face any issues with your payment or find any problems with the status, you should contact the BITS Pilani authorities directly for help. Remember, if you do not submit the application form and pay the fee by the deadline, your admit card for the exam will not be issued.
