BITSAT Application fee is prescribed by BITS Pilani on the official website. You can check the application fee for BITSAT on the official brochure which states.
- BITSAT application fee for male candidates is INR 3,600 for 1 session.
- For both sessions, BITSAT application fee for male candidates is INR 5,600.
- For female and Transgender candidates, the fee is less by INR 500 for BITSAT 2026.
- After appearing for BITSAT session 1, you can also apply for session 2 by paying additional fee of INR 2,000.
- For Dubai exam centers, the BITSAT fee is same for male and female candidates.
BITSAT 2026 application process began on 15 December 2025. You can pay the BITSAT application fee for session 1 till 16 March 2026.
Key Summary
- BITSAT 2026 application fee has been revised for each category, with an increment of INR 100.
- BITSAT registration fee 2026 is same for all categories except for Female/Transgender candidates.
- BITSAT application fee for Female/Transgender candidates is INR 3,100 for one session.
- Additional fee for Female/Transgender candidates for session 2 is INR 1,500.
- You can pay BITSAT session 2 application fee from 20 April to 2 May 2026.
BITSAT 2026 Registration Fees for both Sessions
| Particulars | Fee (Male) | Fee (Female/Transgender) |
|---|---|---|
| Appear for Session 1 Only | INR 3,600 | INR 3,100 |
| Appear for Both Sessions | INR 5,600 | INR 4,600 |
| Appear for Session 2 Only | INR 3,600 | INR 3,100 |
| Appeared for Session 1 and Want to Appear for Session 2 Also | INR 2,000 (additional) | INR 1,500 (additional) |
BITSAT Application Fee 2026 for Dubai Exam Center
BITSAT is also conducted at Dubai exam centers. As per the BITSAT official brochure, BITSAT application fee is higher for Dubai centers than that for exam centers in India.
- To apply for only Session 1 or Session 2 of BITSAT 2026, you must pay the application fee of INR 7,250.
- For both sessions of BITSAT 2026, you must pay an application fee of INR 9,250.
- If you appeared for the BITSAT session 1 and want to appear for BITSAT session 2 also, you must pay an additional amount of INR 2,000.
| Particulars | Fee (Dubai Exam Centres) |
|---|---|
| Appear for Session 1 Only | INR 7,250 |
| Appear for Session 2 Only | INR 7,250 |
| Appear for Both Sessions | INR 9,250 |
| Appeared for Session 1 and Want to Appear for Session 2 Also | INR 2,000 (additional) |
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Ques. Is BITSAT application fee for BTech and BPharm different?
Ans. No, BISAT application fee is same for all courses including BE, and BPharm courses. However, BITSAT application differs based on category of applicants.
Ques. What is the late fee for BITSAT registration 2026?
Ans. BITSAT does not accept applications with late fee. You must subit the BITSAT application form with fee before the prescribed deadline. If you miss BITSAT session 1 deadline, you can apply for BITSAT session 2, without paying any late fee.
BITSAT Application Fee: Important Dates 2026
You must pay the BITSAT application fee before the deadline prescribed by BITS Pilani. According to BITSAT dates on the official website, the deadline for the BITSAT 2026 application fee for session 1 is 16 March 2026, and for session 2 is 2 May 2026.
| BITSAT Events | BITSAT Session 1 Dates | BITSAT Session 1 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| BITSAT Application Starts | 15 December 2026 | 20 April 2026 |
| BITSAT Application Fee Last Date | 16 March 2026 | 2 May 2026 |
| BITSAT Exam Dates | 15 April to 17 April 2026 | 24 May to 26 May 2026 |
Source:@admissions.bits-pilani.ac.in
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BITSAT Application Fee: How to Pay
After filling out the BITSAT application form with personal, academic, and other details, you must proceed to pay the BITSAT application fee 2026. You can follow the steps below to pay the application fee for BITSAT 2026.
- Before paying the application fee, review and confirm the BITSAT fee based on your gender.
- On the next page, choose the payment method and fill out the required details.
- After completing the BITSAT application fee payment, take a printout of the e-receipt for future reference.
How to Check BITSAT Fee Payment Status?
After completing the BITSAT fee payment, you can check the status of your BITSAT application fee payment. You can follow the steps below to know the BITSAT application fee payment status.
- Log on to the BITSAT official website at bitsadmission.com.
- Log in using the BITSAT application form and DOB.
- You can check your BITSAT application fee payment status from the dashboard or the “Application Status” section.
- The “Fee Payment Status” will display either “Successful”, “Pending”, or “Failed”, along with the transaction details.
- In case of failed or pending payment, you can connect with the officials via email at “admn.payment@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in”.
Ques. What are the payment gateways available for BITSAT 2026?
Ans. You can complete BITSAT payment through various payment gateways as listed below.
- PayU Money
- PayTM
- ICICI Payment Gateway
- Razorpay Payment Gateway
Ques. What payment methods can I use for BITSAT application fee?
Ans. You can pay BITSAT application fee using different payment methods as per your convenience. Payment methods accepted for BITSAT 2026 are listed below.
- UPI
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Digital Wallets
- Net Banking
BITSAT Application Fee 2026 vs JEE Main Application Fee 2026
The table below provides a brief comparison of BITSAT application and JEE Main application fee 2026.
- JEE Main offers category-wise as well as gender wise fee concession.
- BITSAT does not offer a fee concession for reserved categories.
- BISTAT fee differs based on the number of sessions. However, JEE Main fee differs based on the number of papers.
| Category / Parameter | BITSAT 2026 (India Centres) | JEE Main 2026 (India Centres) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | BITS Pilani | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Application Fee Structure | Flat fee; option to appear in one or both sessions | Fee charged per session; separate application for each session (Session 1 & Session 2) |
| Male Candidates (General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL) | ₹3,500 (One session) ₹5,500 (Both sessions) | ₹1,000 (per session) |
| Female / Third Gender Candidates | ₹3,000 (One session) ₹4,500 (Both sessions) | ₹800 (per session) (General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL) ₹500 (per session) (SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Same as General: ₹3,500 / ₹5,500 (no category-based concession) | ₹500 (per session) |
| Additional Fee for Dubai Centre (BITSAT) | Male: ₹7,000 (One session) / ₹9,000 (Both sessions) Female/Third Gender: ₹7,000 / ₹9,000 | Not applicable (JEE Main not conducted in Dubai) |
| Fee for Additional Paper (JEE Main only) | Not applicable | Paper 2A (B.Arch) or Paper 2B (B.Planning): Same as Paper 1 fees Both Paper 1 + Paper 2: Higher combined fee |
| Mode of Payment | Online only (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI) | Online only (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
| Refund Policy | Non-refundable | Non-refundable (even if candidate does not appear) |
| Key Advantage | Higher fee but direct admission to BITS campuses (no further exam) | Lower fee per attempt; gateway to NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and qualifier for JEE Advanced |
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BITS Fee Structure: Campus Wise
| Fees (INR) | Pilani Campus | Goa Campus | Hyderabad Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Fees | INR 60,500 | INR 60,500 | INR 60,500 |
| Semester/Term Fees | |||
| First Semester | INR 2,75,000 | INR 2,75,000 | INR 2,75,000 |
| Second Semester | INR 2,75,000 | INR 2,75,000 | INR 2,75,000 |
| Summer term | INR 96,300 | INR 96,300 | INR 96,300 |
| Students' Union fee | INR 450 | INR 450 | INR 450 |
| Students' Aid Fund | INR 225 | INR 225 | INR 225 |
| Hostel fee (on-campus) | |||
| First Semester | INR 32,700 | INR 32,700 | INR 32,700 |
| Second Semester | INR 32,700 | INR 32,700 | INR 32,700 |
| Summer term | INR 16,350 | INR 16,350 | INR 16,350 |
| Mess & Electricity advance | |||
| First Semester | INR 10,000 | INR 10,000 | INR 10,000 |
| Second Semester | INR 10,000 | INR 10,000 | INR 10,000 |
| Summer term | INR 5,000 | INR 5,000 | INR 5,000 |
| Other Advances | |||
| First Semester | INR 12,000 | INR 12,000 | INR 12,000 |
| Second Semester | INR 12,000 | INR 12,000 | INR 12,000 |
| Institute Caution Deposit | INR 3,000 | INR 3,000 | INR 3,000 |
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BITSAT Application Fee FAQs
Ques. Can I apply for Session 2 only during session 1 registration?
Ans. No, you can either apply for session 1 or both sessions of BITSAT 2026 during session 1 registration. To apply for BITSAT session 2 only, you can apply once the BITSAT session 2 registration is opened.
Ques. What is my BITSAT payment field after debiting the amount?
Ans. If your BITSAT application fee payment failed, you must wait for 2-3 days to get the status updated. In case the status of your fee payment is not updated, you must contact the helpline and provide proof of payment to get the issue resolved.
Ques. Is BITSAT 2026 application fee refundable?
Ans. No, BITSAT fee is non refundable. Once you submit the BITSAT application fee, it cannot be refunded or transferred back to the candidate’s bank account. However, if you pay any extra amount, it will be refunded after submitting proof of payment.
Ques. Is BITSAT application fee different for NRI/OCI candidates?
Ans. No, BITSAT application does not differ for NRI/OCI and Indian candidates. However, it differs only if you choose Dubai exam center for BITSAT 2026.
Ques. Can I pay BITSAT application fee in installments?
Ans. No, BITSAT does not accept payment in installments. You must pay the whole fee once while submitting the BITSAT application form.
*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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