BITSAT 2026 Iteration 2 closing scores dropped by 4–8 points compared to Iteration 1 across most programs and campuses, with B.E. Computer Science at Pilani easing from an expected 368 to approximately 362 — opening a second window for students who narrowly missed the first allotment round.
BITS Pilani releases seat allotments in multiple iterations, and each round generates fresh vacancies as students slide up to higher-preference programs or campuses. The Iteration 2 cutoff for BITSAT 2026 was released on July 9, 2026, on the official portal. Comparing these cutoffs with Iteration 1 data reveals clear trends across all three campuses — Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad — and helps you understand where the real movement happened and why.
- BITSAT 2026 is scored out of 390 marks; all closing scores on this page are out of 390.
- Iteration 2 cutoffs are 4–8 points lower than Iteration 1 across most B.E. programs, based on 2025 iteration trends.
- Hyderabad campus saw the steepest drops — 7–8 points — as a large share of students slid up to Goa and Pilani seats in Iteration 2.
- B.E. CS at Pilani remains the most competitive program with an expected Iteration 2 closing score of approximately 362.
- Students with BITSAT 2026 scores between the Iteration 1 and Iteration 2 closing marks stood a strong chance of receiving a fresh allotment in the second round.
- BITSAT has no category-wise reservation — all seats are allotted on merit, so cutoffs apply equally to all students.
| Direct Link to BITSAT 2026 Cut-Off Scores (OUT) — bits-pilani.ac.in/cut-off-bitsat-scores |
BITSAT 2026 Iteration 2 vs Iteration 1: Key Highlights
The table below summarises the most in-demand programs and how their closing scores shifted between the two iterations. All figures are expected based on 2025 iteration trends.
| Program and Campus | Iteration 1 Closing Score (Expected) | Iteration 2 Closing Score (Expected) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. CS — Pilani | 368 | 362 | –6 |
| B.E. CS — Goa | 355 | 348 | –7 |
| B.E. CS — Hyderabad | 342 | 334 | –8 |
| B.E. ECE — Pilani | 350 | 345 | –5 |
| B.E. ECE — Goa | 335 | 328 | –7 |
| B.E. EEE — Pilani | 340 | 336 | –4 |
| B.E. EEE — Hyderabad | 310 | 302 | –8 |
Pilani campus programs consistently hold the highest closing scores across all iterations. The drop from Iteration 1 to Iteration 2 was smallest for Pilani programs (4–6 points) and largest for Hyderabad programs (7–8 points) — a pattern consistent with 2024 and 2025 iteration data.
BITSAT 2026 Pilani Campus: Iteration 2 vs Iteration 1 Cutoff
Pilani is the flagship BITS campus and commands the highest closing scores across all three campuses. Iteration 2 closing scores at Pilani are expected to be 4–6 points lower than Iteration 1, based on 2025 iteration trends.
| Program | Iteration 1 (Expected) | Iteration 2 (Expected) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. Computer Science | 368 | 362 | –6 |
| B.E. Electronics and Communication | 350 | 345 | –5 |
| B.E. Electrical and Electronics | 340 | 336 | –4 |
| B.E. Mechanical Engineering | 312 | 308 | –4 |
| B.E. Chemical Engineering | 295 | 290 | –5 |
| B.E. Civil Engineering | 278 | 274 | –4 |
| B.Pharm | 258 | 252 | –6 |
| M.Sc. Economics | 285 | 280 | –5 |
| M.Sc. Mathematics | 270 | 265 | –5 |
| M.Sc. Physics | 260 | 255 | –5 |
B.E. CS at Pilani remains the hardest seat to secure even after Iteration 2, with only a 6-point relief from the Iteration 1 closing score. Very few students vacate a Pilani CS allotment, which suppresses the inter-iteration drop for this program. Students aiming for integrated dual-degree combinations should check those program cutoffs separately on the official portal.
BITSAT 2026 Goa Campus: Iteration 2 vs Iteration 1 Cutoff
Goa campus is the second most competitive BITS campus. Iteration 2 cutoffs here typically drop by 6–7 points — slightly more than Pilani — because a larger share of students initially allotted to Goa slide up when Pilani seats open in later rounds.
| Program | Iteration 1 (Expected) | Iteration 2 (Expected) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. Computer Science | 355 | 348 | –7 |
| B.E. Electronics and Communication | 335 | 328 | –7 |
| B.E. Electrical and Electronics | 325 | 318 | –7 |
| B.E. Mechanical Engineering | 298 | 292 | –6 |
| B.E. Chemical Engineering | 282 | 276 | –6 |
| B.Pharm | 245 | 238 | –7 |
B.E. CS at Goa in Iteration 2 is expected around 348 — approximately 14 points below the same program at Pilani, a gap that has remained consistent over the past three years. Students who prefer the Goa campus and score above 348 should seriously consider freezing their seat if they receive this allotment in Iteration 2.
BITSAT 2026 Hyderabad Campus: Iteration 2 vs Iteration 1 Cutoff
Hyderabad campus shows the steepest drops between iterations — typically 7–8 points. This is because Hyderabad is the third-preference campus for most students, so a higher proportion of those initially allotted here slide up to Goa or Pilani in later iterations, freeing more seats.
| Program | Iteration 1 (Expected) | Iteration 2 (Expected) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. Computer Science | 342 | 334 | –8 |
| B.E. Electronics and Communication | 322 | 315 | –7 |
| B.E. Electrical and Electronics | 310 | 302 | –8 |
| B.E. Mechanical Engineering | 285 | 278 | –7 |
| B.E. Chemical Engineering | 268 | 260 | –8 |
| B.Pharm | 235 | 228 | –7 |
Hyderabad’s B.E. CS closing score in Iteration 2 is expected around 334 — roughly 28 points below Pilani and 14 points below Goa. For students scoring between 328 and 342, Iteration 2 at Hyderabad represents a realistic path to a B.E. CS degree from BITS without waiting for Iteration 3.
Why Did BITSAT 2026 Cutoffs Drop Between Iterations?
The drop in closing scores between Iteration 1 and Iteration 2 is a structural feature of the BITS allotment system, not a sign of falling exam difficulty or standards. Four factors consistently drive this movement every year.
1. Slide-up vacancies
Students allotted a lower-preference program in Iteration 1 are allowed to slide up to a higher-preference program if a seat opens in a later iteration. This vacates the lower-preference seat and adds inventory to the next round. Hyderabad seats see the most slide-up exits as students move toward Goa and Pilani, which is the primary reason Hyderabad cutoffs drop the most between iterations.
2. Rejected allotments and no-shows
Some students who received a seat in Iteration 1 chose not to accept it — because they secured admission to another institution or decided not to pursue the program. These rejected seats re-enter the pool for Iteration 2, adding to the available inventory.
3. Top programs hold their ground
The most sought-after programs — B.E. CS at Pilani in particular — see very few vacancies between iterations because almost no student willingly gives up that allotment. This is why the Pilani CS drop (6 points) is smaller than the Hyderabad CS drop (8 points) even though the underlying mechanism is the same.
4. Score clustering at the cutoff margin
The density of BITSAT applicants in the 330–370 score band is very high. Small changes in the number of available seats can shift the closing score by several points. A difference of even 3–4 available seats can move the cutoff by 2–3 points in high-competition programs, amplifying the effect of slide-ups and rejections.
What BITSAT 2026 Iteration 2 Results Mean for You
Whether you received a new allotment in Iteration 2 or your Iteration 1 seat carried forward, the decision you make at the acceptance stage shapes your final admission outcome.
- Freeze your seat if the allotted program and campus match your preference and you do not want to risk it on a higher option in Iteration 3.
- Slide-up option: If you want to be considered for a higher-preference program in Iteration 3, select the slide-up option on the portal — your current allotment is retained unless the higher-preference option materialises.
- Students scoring between 334 and 342 who did not receive B.E. CS at Hyderabad in Iteration 1 should check whether a vacancy opened for them in Iteration 2.
- Check the official BITS Pilani portal at bits-pilani.ac.in for the acceptance window and fee payment deadline — missing this deadline forfeits your allotment entirely.
- Iteration 3 is the final round for most programs and typically drops cutoffs by a further 3–6 points, but seat availability is limited and not guaranteed for all programs.
BITSAT 2026 Iteration 2 Cutoff FAQs
Ques. Why are BITSAT 2026 Iteration 2 cutoffs lower than Iteration 1?
Ans. Iteration 2 cutoffs are lower because students allotted seats in Iteration 1 slide up to higher-preference programs, vacating those seats. These vacated seats — combined with rejected allotments and no-shows — add new inventory to the pool and allow students with slightly lower scores to receive allotments in Iteration 2. This is a regular, expected feature of the BITS multi-iteration system.
Ques. By how many points do BITSAT cutoffs typically drop from Iteration 1 to Iteration 2?
Ans. Based on 2024 and 2025 iteration trends, cutoffs drop approximately 4–6 points for Pilani campus programs and 7–8 points for Hyderabad campus programs. Goa falls in between with drops of 6–7 points. High-demand programs like B.E. CS at Pilani see smaller drops because very few students vacate those seats after receiving them.
Ques. What is the expected BITSAT 2026 Iteration 2 cutoff for B.E. CS at Pilani?
Ans. Based on 2025 iteration trends, the expected Iteration 2 closing score for B.E. Computer Science at Pilani is approximately 362 out of 390. Students who scored 362 or above and did not receive this program in Iteration 1 may receive it in Iteration 2 if a vacancy arose. Check bits-pilani.ac.in for the confirmed cutoff after the official declaration.
Ques. Can I still get admission in Iteration 3 if I missed the Iteration 2 cutoff?
Ans. Yes. BITS Pilani typically conducts a third iteration after Iteration 2. Iteration 3 cutoffs are generally 3–6 points lower than Iteration 2 for most programs. Keep your slide-up option active on the portal and monitor bits-pilani.ac.in when Iteration 3 results are declared. However, seat availability in Iteration 3 is smaller and not all programs may see vacancies.
Ques. Does BITSAT have category-wise cutoffs like other major engineering entrance exams?
Ans. No. BITSAT does not have category-wise reservations. All seats across Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses are allotted purely on BITSAT scores on a merit basis. There is no reservation for OBC, SC, ST, or EWS categories. This means the same closing score applies to every student regardless of category, making BITSAT one of the few major engineering entrance exams with fully merit-based allotment.
Ques. Where can I check the official BITSAT 2026 Iteration 2 cutoff scores?
Ans. Official BITSAT 2026 iteration-wise cutoff scores are published on the BITS Pilani admissions portal. You can access them directly at bits-pilani.ac.in/cut-off-bitsat-scores. BITS Pilani publishes the exact closing score for each program and campus after each iteration is complete.
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