BITSAT - 2008 - Birla Institute of Technology and Science

Date of exam:	May, 9, 2008
Date of Submission:	31st January, 2008 up to 5.00 pm.
Examination name :	BITSAT - 2008
Further detail:	http://discovery.bits-pilani.ac.in
Eligibility:	1) For admission to all the above programmes except B.Pharm. (Hons.) and M.Sc. (Hons.) Biological Sciences: Candidate who have passed the 12th examination of the 10+2 system from a recognized Central/ State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and adequate proficiency in English are eligible. 2) For admission to B.Pharm. (Hons.) and M.Sc. (Hons.) Biological Sciences: Candidate who have passed the 12th examination of the 10+2 system from a recognized Central/ State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics and adequate proficiency in English are eligible. Candidates have taken both Biology and Mathematics in 10+2 have to decide whether they wish to appear in Mathematics or Biology subject in BITSAT – 2008. Admission to all the programmes is subject to the conditions given below. The candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 80% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects (if he/she has taken Mathematics in BITSAT) or a minimum of aggregate 80% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects (if he/she has taken Biology in BITSAT) in 12th Examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology Subjects. Students who are appearing for 12th examination in 2008 or who have passed 12th examination in 2007 only are eligible to appear in the BITSAT 2008. Students who have passed 12th Examination in 2006 or earlier NOT eligible to appear in BITSAT 2008. Students who are presently studying at BITS at any of its campuses are not eligible to appear in BITSAT – 2008.
Application procedure:	Interested candidates should register their names for BITSAT-2008 by applying in the prescribed application form in one of the following modes: (i) Complete the application form Online at http://www.bitsadmission.com/BITSAT/ and take the print out of the filled form. The completed application form along with the prescribed fees of Rs. 800/- (Rs.400/- for female candidates) should be sent to Admissions Officer, BITS, Pilani – 333 031. Details for payment of fees are available at the website while applying online. Or (ii) Obtain the application form by post from the under-mentioned by sending a request on plain paper giving the candidate's name, and gender with complete postal address, accompanied by a crossed demand draft for Rs. 900/- (Rs. 500/- for Female candidates). This amount includes the prescribed fees and Rs. 100/- towards postal and handling charges. The form will be sent by Speed Post / Registered Post. Requests by post will be accepted only till 21st January 2008. Demand drafts should be drawn in favour of 'Birla Institute of Technology & Science' payable at State Bank of India, Zuari Nagar, Goa (code: 1976) Or State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur, Pilani (Code: 10398) or UCO Bank, Vidya Vihar, Pilani (Code: 0150). ----------------------------------- In addition to applying for and appearing in BITSAT-2008, candidates have to also apply for admission to BITS giving details of their 12th marks and preferences to different degree programmes offered. The prescribed application form for admission, the detailed application procedure and the final list of Degree programmes offered will be available at the BITS website, by 20th May 2008.
Courses Offered	1. Integrated First Degree Programmes to which admissions will be made on the basis of BITSAT-2008: (i) At BITS, Pilani – Pilani Campus: B.E.(Hons.): Chemical; Civil; Computer Science; Electrical and Electronics; Electronics & Instrumentation; Mechanical; B.Pharm.(Hons.); M.Sc.(Hons.): Biological Sciences; Chemistry; Economics; Mathematics; Physics; and M.Sc.(Tech.): General Studies; Engineering Technology; Finance; Information Systems. ----------------------------------------------- (ii) At BITS, Pilani – Goa Campus: B.E.(Hons.): Chemical; Computer Science; Electrical and Electronics; Electronics & Instrumentation; Mechanical; M.Sc.(Hons.): Biological Sciences; Chemistry; Economics; Mathematics; Physics; and M.Sc.(Tech.): Information Systems. ; ;------ (iii) At BITS, Pilani – Hyderabad Campus: B.E.(Hons.): Chemical; Civil; Computer Science; Electrical and Electronics; Electronics & Instrumentation; Electronics & Communication; Mechanical; B.Pharm.(Hons.); M.Sc.(Hons.): Biological Sciences; Chemistry; Economics; Mathematics; Physics; and M.Sc.(Tech.): Information Systems
Details of BITSAT	BITSAT-2008 will be of total 3 hour duration, offered to candidates on computers at dedicated centers at different cities in India. The test will have objective type (multiple choice) questions only. The test will be conducted during 9th May – 12th June, 2008. The syllabus and other details of the test are available in the BITSAT – 2008 brochure, which will be available along with the application form for the test.
Note	Special provision for Female candidates: The BITSAT application fee for female candidates is Rs. 400/- only instead of Rs. 800/-. Further, the Institute will try its best to accommodate all female candidates at their first preference of test centers. ------------------------- First rank students of all the central and state boards in India for the year 2008 will be given direct admission to the program of their choice, irrespective of their BITSAT – 2008 score as per the eligibility criteria mentioned.