BITSAT 2026 Session 2 concluded on June 5, 2026, with an estimated 2.05 to 2.15 lakh students registered and an expected turnout of 85 to 88 percent based on 2025 trends.
BITS Pilani conducts BITSAT in two sessions each year, giving students more than one opportunity to secure admission to B.Tech, B.Pharm, and M.Sc programs at its campuses in Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad. Session 2 of BITSAT 2026 was held on June 5, 2026, in computer-based test mode across authorised centres across India. Official registration and appearance figures will be published on the BITS admissions portal after result declaration.
- BITSAT 2026 Session 2 exam date: June 5, 2026
- Expected total registrations (Session 2): Approximately 2.05 to 2.15 lakh students, based on 2025 trends
- Expected appeared students: Around 1.75 to 1.90 lakh, roughly 85 to 88 percent of registered students
- Total marks in BITSAT 2026: 390 marks
- BITS Pilani uses the best score from Session 1 or Session 2 when preparing the final merit list.
| Direct Link to BITSAT 2026 Official Admissions Portal (Active) — bitsadmission.com |
BITSAT 2026 Session 2 Overview
BITSAT 2026 Session 2 was conducted by BITS Pilani on June 5, 2026, in computer-based format across multiple shifts. The exam covers Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology, English Proficiency, and Logical Reasoning.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) 2026 |
| Session 2 Date | June 5, 2026 |
| Conducting Body | BITS Pilani |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Marks | 390 |
| Total Questions | 130 (Physics: 40, Chemistry: 40, Maths/Biology: 45, English and Logical Reasoning: 25) |
| Marking Scheme | +3 for correct, −1 for incorrect |
| Official Website | bitsadmission.com |
BITSAT 2026 Session 2: Registered vs Appeared Statistics
BITS Pilani is yet to publish official participation data for BITSAT 2026 Session 2 as of June 8, 2026. The table below presents estimated figures based on BITSAT 2025 Session 2 trends. This page will be updated once official numbers are released.
| Statistic | BITSAT 2025 Session 2 (Approximate) | BITSAT 2026 Session 2 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Registered Students | ~2.00 lakh | ~2.05 to 2.15 lakh |
| Total Appeared Students | ~1.72 lakh | ~1.75 to 1.90 lakh |
| Absent Students | ~0.28 lakh | ~0.25 to 0.35 lakh |
| Attendance Rate | ~86% | ~85 to 88% (expected) |
The appeared-to-registered ratio in BITSAT Session 2 has historically stayed between 85 and 88 percent. A notable share of absentees are students who scored well in Session 1 and chose not to attempt Session 2, since BITS Pilani already counts their best score for merit ranking.
Year-on-Year BITSAT Registration and Appearance Trends
BITSAT registrations have grown steadily as competition for seats at BITS campuses intensifies. The table below covers both sessions for 2024 and 2025, with expected projections for 2026 Session 2.
| Year | Session | Total Registered | Total Appeared | Attendance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITSAT 2024 | Session 1 | ~2.10 lakh | ~1.82 lakh | ~87% |
| BITSAT 2024 | Session 2 | ~1.95 lakh | ~1.68 lakh | ~86% |
| BITSAT 2025 | Session 1 | ~2.18 lakh | ~1.90 lakh | ~87% |
| BITSAT 2025 | Session 2 | ~2.00 lakh | ~1.72 lakh | ~86% |
| BITSAT 2026 | Session 2 | ~2.05 to 2.15 lakh (expected) | ~1.75 to 1.90 lakh (expected) | ~85 to 88% (expected) |
All figures for 2024 and 2025 are approximate based on publicly available reports. BITSAT 2026 Session 2 figures are expected estimates based on historical trends and will be revised after official data is published.
What the Attendance Rate Means for Your Rank
The number of students who actually sit for BITSAT Session 2 directly shapes how competitive the merit list becomes. Here is what the turnout statistics mean for you:
- More appeared students means tighter competition: A larger pool of appeared students competes for the same number of seats across BITS Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses.
- Best-score policy protects your rank: BITS Pilani uses your highest score from either session for merit ranking, so appearing in Session 2 can only improve your position, never lower it.
- Slightly reduced direct competition in Session 2: High-scorers from Session 1 often skip Session 2, which modestly shifts the distribution of appeared students.
- Students scoring above 300 out of 390 in Session 2 have historically been competitive for Computer Science programs at BITS campuses, based on 2025 trends.
- Students scoring above 260 out of 390 have historically had strong chances for programs like Electronics and Communication at BITS campuses, based on 2025 trends.
BITSAT 2026 Session 1 vs Session 2: Participation Comparison
The two sessions show distinct participation patterns each year. Session 1 typically draws more first-attempt students, while Session 2 sees a slightly lower turnout as confident Session 1 scorers opt out.
| Parameter | BITSAT 2026 Session 1 | BITSAT 2026 Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Month | May 2026 | June 2026 |
| Expected Registrations | ~2.15 to 2.25 lakh (expected) | ~2.05 to 2.15 lakh (expected) |
| Expected Appeared | ~1.88 to 1.96 lakh (expected) | ~1.75 to 1.90 lakh (expected) |
| Typical Attendance Rate | ~87 to 89% | ~85 to 88% |
| Score Used for Merit | Best score across both sessions | |
BITSAT 2026 Session 2 Registered vs Appeared FAQs
Ques. How many students registered for BITSAT 2026 Session 2?
Ans. Official registration figures have not yet been published by BITS Pilani. Based on BITSAT 2025 Session 2 trends, approximately 2.05 to 2.15 lakh students are expected to have registered for BITSAT 2026 Session 2.
Ques. How many students appeared in BITSAT 2026 Session 2?
Ans. The official appeared count is awaited from BITS Pilani. Based on a historical attendance rate of 85 to 88 percent, an estimated 1.75 to 1.90 lakh students are expected to have appeared in BITSAT 2026 Session 2.
Ques. Why do fewer students appear in BITSAT Session 2 than Session 1?
Ans. Many students who score well in Session 1 choose to skip Session 2 since BITS Pilani counts only the best score from either session. Students satisfied with their Session 1 performance have no incentive to attempt Session 2, which accounts for the higher absence rate.
Ques. Does BITS Pilani release official registered and appeared data after BITSAT?
Ans. Yes. BITS Pilani typically releases official participation statistics along with or shortly after result declaration. You can check bitsadmission.com for the latest updates.
Ques. What is the total marks for BITSAT 2026?
Ans. BITSAT 2026 is conducted for a total of 390 marks. The paper has 130 questions of 3 marks each, with a deduction of 1 mark for every wrong answer.
Ques. How does BITSAT Session 2 turnout affect cutoffs?
Ans. A larger appeared pool generally increases score competition for top ranks. However, BITS Pilani sets program-wise cutoffs based on the overall merit list across both sessions and available seats, so the direct impact of Session 2 turnout on final cutoffs depends on the combined performance distribution of all appeared students.
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