BITSAT Iteration 3 Cutoff 2026
BITSAT Iteration 3 Cutoff for Computer Science at BITS Pilani (Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, Rajasthan) eased from 327 in 2024 to 304 in 2025, reflecting a notable drop of 23 marks. Similarly, BITS Goa (Birla Institute of Technology and Science, K. K. Birla Goa Campus, Goa)’s CSE cutoff also saw a decrease, moving from 301 in 2024 to 274 in 2025, indicating a general softening of admission scores across top branches. The official BITSAT 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
Exam & Application Dates 2026
The table below outlines the key dates for BITSAT 2026 examination and application process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | December 15, 2025 |
| Application Start | December 15, 2025 |
| Application Close | March 19, 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | March 21 – 22, 2026 (Phase 1); May 7 – 9, 2026 (General) |
| Admit Card Release | May 20, 2026 (Session 2) |
| Exam Date | April 15 – 16, 2026 (Session 1); May 24 – 26, 2026 (Session 2) |
| Result Announcement | June 2026 (Expected for Session 2) |
BITSAT Iteration 3 Cutoff: Branch-wise / Course-wise Cutoff
The following table presents the BITSAT Iteration 3 closing scores for various branches across BITS campuses for 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited).
| Campus | Branch | Cutoff Score 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Computer Science | 304 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Mathematics & Computing | 295 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Electronics & Communication | 285 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Electrical & Electronics | 260 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Electronics & Instrumentation | 250 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Mechanical | 235 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Chemical | 210 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Civil | 206 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Manufacturing | 211 |
| BITS Pilani | B.Pharm | 168 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Computer Science | 274 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Mathematics & Computing | 268 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Electronics & Communication | 255 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Electronics & Computer | 262 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Electrical & Electronics | 243 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Computer Science | 270 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Mathematics & Computing | 266 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Electronics & Communication | 256 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Electrical & Electronics | 239 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Mechanical | 214 |
BITSAT Iteration 3 Cutoff: Category-wise Cutoff
BITSAT admissions are based on a single merit list, and traditional category-wise cutoffs (OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD) are not applied. The table below shows the general merit cutoff scores for 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited).
| Campus | Category | Cutoff Score 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| All Campuses | General Merit | Varies by Branch and Campus (Refer to Branch-wise table) |
BITSAT Iteration 3 Cutoff: Round-wise Cutoff
The table below details the final round cutoff scores for BITSAT admissions in 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited).
| Campus | Branch | Final Round Cutoff Score 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Computer Science | 304 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Electronics & Communication | 285 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Electrical & Electronics | 260 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Computer Science | 274 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Electronics & Communication | 255 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Computer Science | 270 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Electronics & Communication | 256 |
BITSAT Iteration 3 Cutoff: Year-on-Year Trend
The following table illustrates the BITSAT cutoff trends for top branches across various campuses from 2023 to 2025.
| Campus | Branch | Cutoff Score 2023 | Cutoff Score 2024 | Cutoff Score 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Computer Science | 331 | 327 | 304 |
| BITS Pilani | B.E. Electronics & Communication | 307 | 314 | 285 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Computer Science | 295 | 301 | 274 |
| BITS Goa | B.E. Electrical & Electronics | 252 | 287 | 243 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Computer Science | 284 | 298 | 270 |
| BITS Hyderabad | B.E. Mechanical | 251 | 293 | 214 |
Counselling Dates 2026
Important dates for BITSAT 2026 counselling process are provided below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Counselling Registration (Preference Form) | April 29 – June 3, 2026 |
| Web Options / Choice Filling | April 29 – June 3, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Round 1 (Iteration I results) | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification | July 2026 (Tentative, for Iterations I, II, III) |
| Reporting / Self-Reporting | July 2026 (Tentative, for Iterations I, II, III) |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 (Tentative) |
FAQs
Q. When will BITSAT 2026 Iteration 3 cutoff be released?
BITSAT 2026 Iteration 3 cutoff is expected to be released in July 2026, after the conclusion of the counselling iterations. The official cutoffs are typically published after all allotment rounds are complete.
Q. Does BITSAT have category-wise cutoffs?
No, BITSAT admissions are based on a single merit list derived from the BITSAT score. There are no separate category-wise cutoffs for OBC, SC, ST, EWS, or PwD categories like in other national-level exams.
Q. What is considered a good score in BITSAT 2026?
For BITSAT 2026, a score above 320 is generally considered strong for top branches like CSE at BITS Pilani. For BITS Goa and Hyderabad, scores above 280-300 are often competitive for popular engineering programs.
Q. How many iterations does BITSAT counselling have?
BITSAT counselling typically involves multiple iterations (rounds) of seat allotment. Historically, there have been several iterations, often extending up to 6-8 rounds, to fill all available seats.
Q. What factors influence BITSAT cutoffs?
BITSAT cutoffs are influenced by several factors, including the overall difficulty level of the BITSAT exam, the total number of applicants, the availability of seats in various programs and campuses, and previous year’s cutoff trends.
