Content Writer | Updated On - Jun 25, 2024
BITSAT exam is a computer-based exam conducted for 3 hours. BITSAT exam pattern consists of subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English & Logical Reasoning.
- Candidates seeking admission to engineering programs at BITS are going to have to answer questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English & Logical Reasoning. Whereas, candidates seeking admission to pharmacy programs are going to have to answer questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/ Biology and English & LR.
- If a candidate attempts all 130 questions in BITSAT 2024, then they are going to have an option of attempting 12 extra questions. These is going to consist of 3 questions from each section
- Candidates can attempt any of the sections first as there is no sectional time limit for BITSAT 2024. For every correct answer, 3 marks is going to be awarded and for an incorrect answer, 1 mark is going to be deducted. However, unattempted questions are going to be marked zero.
- BITS Pilani has also releases BITSAT Syllabus 2024 along with the official notification. Candidates can download BITSAT Syllabus PDF from the official website.
How many questions are there in BITSAT?
The question paper will have 130 multiple-choice questions that are to be attempted in 3 hours. As per BITSAT exam pattern, the question paper is divided into four parts i.e. Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency & LR, and Mathematics/ Biology.
BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024 Highlights
| Mode of Examination | Online (Computer-based Exam) |
| Number of Sections | 3 (Physics; Chemistry; English Proficiency & Logical Reasoning; Mathematics/ Biology) |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Duration of Exam | 3 Hours |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Total Questions | 130 |
| Total Marks | 390 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | For every correct answer: +3 marks For every incorrect answer: -1 mark For every unattempted answer: 0 marks |
BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024
BITSAT Question Paper has a total of 130 questions. Each of the four sections in the paper has a different number of questions. The table below summarizes the section-wise breakdown of BITSAT exam pattern 2024:
| Sections | Subjects | No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Part I | Physics | 30 |
| Part II | Chemistry | 30 |
| Part III | English Proficiency | 10 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 | |
| Part IV | Mathematics/Biology (B.Pharma) | 20 |
| Total Questions | 130 | |
What is BITSAT Marking Scheme?
As per BITSAT marking scheme 2024, candidates are awarded 3 marks for each correct answer while 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer. No mark is awarded for unattempted questions.
| Sections | Subjects | No. of questions | Marks for Each Correct Answer | Marks for Each Wrong Answer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | Physics | 30 | +3 | -1 |
| Part II | Chemistry | 30 | +3 | -1 |
| Part III | English Proficiency | 10 | +3 | -1 |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 | +3 | -1 | |
| Part IV | Mathematics/Biology (B.Pharma) | 40 (Each) | +3 | -1 |
| Total | 130 Questions | -- | -- | |
Additional Questions in BITSAT 2024
In BITSAT 2024 apart from the 130 questions, an additional 12 questions is going to also be provided to the candidate. These 12 additional questions is going to be given to the candidates who complete the initial test.
But these additional questions are to be attempted within these 3 hours only. The division of these additional questions is :
- Physics: 3 questions
- Chemistry: 3 questions
- Mathematics/Biology: 4 questions
- Logical Reasoning- 3 questions
NOTE: Candidates who choose to answer these 12 extra questions are not allowed to go back to the original exam and make any changes in those 130 answers.
BITSAT 2024 Important Topics and Weightage
The important topics from all the subjects of BITSAT Syllabus is going to help during the time of preparations. With the weightage of questions, you is going to get an idea about an approximate number of questions that could come for a particular topic. This way you can plan a better strategy to crack the exam.
BITSAT 2024: Part I – Physics
- This subject comprises 18 chapters.
- As per the test takers of previous years, this section is considered one of the toughest sections in BITSAT.
- Most of the questions are asked from Mechanical properties, Current Electricity, and laws of motion.
Some important topics from Part I i.e. Physics section are listed below :
| Topic | Weightage of Questions | Topic | Weightage of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Properties | 5 | Atomic Study | 3-4 |
| Current Electricity | 4 | Oscillation | 3-4 |
| Dual Nature of Matter & Radiation | 3-4 | Gravitation | 3-4 |
| Magnetism & Moving Charges | 3-4 | Kinematics | 2-3 |
| Thermodynamics | 3-4 | Alternating Current | 2-3 |
| Rigid Body Dynamics | 3-4 | Waves | 2-3 |
| Work, Energy, and Power | 3-4 | Electrical Field | 2-3 |
Check BITSAT Physics Syllabus
BITSAT 2024: Part II – Chemistry
- As per the syllabus released by the authorities, there are 14 major topics in the subject.
- The majority of questions are asked from Physical and Chemical Equilibria, p/d/f block elements, thermodynamics, etc.
- As per the previous year paper analysis, the questions from this section are of moderate difficulty level.
Part II includes questions from Chemistry. Some important topics are listed below :
| Topic | Weightage of Questions | Topic | Weightage of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| States of Matter | 2-3 | The Solid State | 2-3 |
| Thermodynamics | 3-4 | Hydrogen and s-block Elements | 2-3 |
| Atomic Structure | 3-4 | Coordination Compounds | 2-3 |
| Physical and Chemical Equilibria | 4-5 | Equilibrium | 4 |
Check BITSAT Chemistry Syllabus
BITSAT 2024: Part III – English and LR
- This section is subdivided into two more sections - English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning.
- This section consists of 15 questions from English Proficiency and 10 questions from Logical Reasoning.
- To crack the LR section candidates need daily practice. It is considered as a scoring section.
- Also to crack the English section and answer the questions of RC and vocabulary, candidates must have good knowledge of grammar and a good reading speed.
- All considered, this section is of moderate difficulty level but is also considered as time taking.
Part III of the exam is going to have questions from English and Logical reasoning:
| English Language Topics | Weightage of Questions | Logical Reasoning Topics | Weightage of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 2-3 | Verbal Reasoning | 2-3 |
| Analogies | 1-2 | Analogy | 1-2 |
| Antonyms | 1 | Syllogism | 1-2 |
| Conclusion | 2-3 | Classification Test | 2-3 |
| Verbal Ability | 3-4 | Binary Logic | 1-2 |
| Vocabulary | 1-2 | Non-verbal Reasoning | 1-2 |
| Synonyms | 1 | Puzzle Test | 1-2 |
| Composition | 1-2 | Alphabet Test | 2-3 |
| Word Formation | 1-2 | - | - |
Check BITSAT English and LR Syllabus
BITSAT 2024: Part IV – Maths/Biology
- Both Maths and Biology consist of 45 questions. Candidates who have opted for B.Pharm is going to appear for PCB and all other candidates is going to have to appear for PCM.
- This section is rated as moderate to difficult on the scale of the level of difficulty of the exam.
- Both subjects include the CBSE syllabus of both classes 11 and 12.
- In the Biology section, the topics from Class 11 hold more weightage than those of class 12. Maximum weightage is given to reproduction and plants related topics.
Part IV of the exam is going to have questions from Mathematics/ Biology (for B.Pharm).
| Mathematics Topics | Weightage of Questions | Biology Topics | Weightage of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application of Derivatives | 6-7 | Biotechnology: Principles and Processes | 2-3 |
| Permutations & Combinations | 4-5 | Anatomy of Flowering Plants | 2-3 |
| Circles | 4-5 | Excretory Products and Their Elimination | 2-3 |
| Sequence & Series | 4-5 | Chemical Coordination and Integration | 1-2 |
| Matrices Determinants | 3-4 | Breathing and Exchange of Gases | 1-2 |
| Parabola | 3-4 | Plant Growth and Development | 1-2 |
| Continuity & Differentiability | 2-3 | Reproduction | 5-6 |
| Theory of Equation | 2-3 | Biological Classification | 2-3 |
| Binomial Theorem | 2-3 | Molecular Basis of Inheritance | 1-2 |
| Sets, Relations & Functions | 2-3 | Ecosystems | 1-2 |
Check BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus and Biology Syllabus
BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024 Facts and Figures
- Candidates can go back and change any of their answers among the 130 questions.
- A candidate can attempt 12 extra questions if they have answered all the 130 questions (without skipping any question) within the prescribed time limit.
- These extra questions is going to be from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology and Logical Reasoning only; three questions from each part.
- Once the candidate has opted for extra questions, they cannot go back to modify or correct the earlier 130 questions.
- The extra questions (a maximum of 12) is going to give a chance to highly meritorious candidates to score higher.
- The final list of BITSAT exam centers and actual days of exam is going to be announced to candidates through BITS website i.e. bitsadmission.com. Check BITSAT Exam Center
- Candidates who are allotted test centers in campuses of BITS is going to be provided with accommodation and is going to be charged nominal rates for the same in hostels.
Also Read: BITSAT Preparation 2024
BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024 FAQs
Ques. How are the questions distributed among Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in BITSAT?
Ans. The distribution of questions is roughly as follows:
Physics: 40 questions
Chemistry: 40 questions
Mathematics: 45 questions
English Proficiency & Logical Reasoning: 15 questions
Ques. How many questions are there in BITSAT, and what is the marking scheme?
Ans.
- There are a total of 150 questions in BITSAT.
- Each correct answer carries 3 marks.
- There is a negative marking of 1 mark for each incorrect answer.
Ques. What is the exam pattern of BITSAT?
Ans. BITSAT exam pattern in brief are mentioned below
Mode of Exam: BITSAT is a computer-based test (CBT), conducted in online mode.
Type of Questions: The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Sections: There are four sections: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English Proficiency & Logical Reasoning. Check BITSTA Previous Years Question Paper
Total Marks: The maximum marks for BITSAT is 450.
Ques. How is the difficulty level of BITSAT?
Ans. The difficulty level of BITSAT is generally considered moderate to high. As per the BITSAT paper analysis, Mathematics is usually more difficult than other sections. Most asked topics are Differential Calculus, Differential Equation, Polymers, Biomolecule, Atomic structure, P Block, etc.
Ques. What is the duration of BITSAT exam ?
Ans. The total time duration to complete BITSAT 2024 is 3 hours. There is going to be a total of 130 questions designed in such a way that candidates can complete them in a 3-hour duration. If a candidate is able to complete all 130 questions then they can opt for an option to attempt 12 more questions, if time is left. These 12 questions is going to be from PCM/PCB and Logical Reasoning.
*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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