BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024 (Out): BITSAT Exam Marking Scheme, Exam Duration, Number of Questions, Passing Marks

Updated By Falak Khan on 16 May, 2024 11:51

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About BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024

BITSAT exam pattern 2024 has been released online at bitsadmission.com along with the information brochure. Candidates are advised to go through the detailed BITSAT 2024 exam pattern available on this page to understand how the exam paper will be conducted. According to the latest exam pattern of BITSAT 2024, the question paper will contain 130 Multiple Choice Questions (objective type) from five different sections - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English Proficiency & Logical Reasoning. Candidates will have 3 hours to attempt all the questions. Each question carries 3 marks, making the BITSAT total marks equivalent to 390. As per the BITSAT marking scheme 2024, a negative marking of -1 applies to each incorrect answer. Along with the exam pattern, candidates must also review the complete BITSAT syllabus 2024 to ace their exam preparation.

BITS Pilani has scheduled the BITSAT 2024 Session 1 exam from May 20 to 24, and the Session 2 exam from June 24 to 28, 2024. 

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BITSAT Exam Pattern 2024 Overview

BITSAT 2024 exam pattern overviews essential details about the BITSAT exam mode, duration, sections/subjects included, type of questions asked, marking scheme etc. Candidates are to attempt 130 questions worth 390 total marks in 180 minutes (3 hours). Here is a quick overview of the BITSAT exam pattern 2024 -

Particulars

Details

Exam Mode

Computer Based Test (Online)

Exam Duration

3 Hours (180 Minutes)

Total No. of Questions

130

No. of Subjects

5 subjects -

  • Physics

  • Chemistry

  • Mathematics/Biology

  • English Proficiency

  • Logical Reasoning

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (Objective)

Marks for Each Correct Attempt

+3 marks

Negative Mark for Each Wrong Attempt

-1 mark

Medium of Question Paper

English

*Note - The candidates can switch between the different parts or sections. Candidates can edit/ review the answers for any of the questions within the duration of the exam.

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BITSAT 2024 Exam Pattern - Question Distribution

The BITSAT 2024 exam paper comprises 130 questions from five subjects, namely Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. Of these, the Math/Biology section carries 40 questions whereas the Physics and Chemistry sections feature 30 questions each. 20 questions are asked from Logical Reasoning and the remaining 10 from English Proficiency. Candidates can check the subject-wise question distribution as per the BITSAT exam pattern 2024 below.

Subjects

Total No. of Question

Mathematics/Biology

40

Chemistry

30

Physics

30

Logical Reasoning

20

English Proficiency

10

Total

130

BITSAT 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights

The BITSAT 2024 exam paper will include 130 questions from 5 different subjects. While Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning are common to all, candidates will have the option to choose between Mathematics and Biology. The total duration of the BITSAT 2024 exam is 3 hours. There is no sectional time limit and candidates are free to attempt the questions in order of preference. However, no additional time will be given to finish the paper. Candidates can also review questions previously answered and edit the same within the given time if needed. 

Some aspects that students should bear in mind about the BITSAT 2024 exam pattern are as follows:

  • The complete duration of BITSAT exam 2024 is 3 hours/180 minutes

  • The BITSAT exam 2024 will be conducted in online mode as a Computer Based Test

  • The exam paper will include 130 questions in total

  • All the questions will be Multiple Choice Questions having four options but only one correct answer

  • Candidates can review previous questions and change their answers at any given point during the 3-hour time limit

  • Each correct answer will be rewarded +3 marks

  • Each incorrect answer will fetch a -1 mark

  • There is no sectional time limit allotted to the paper

  • Questions in the BITSAT paper are chosen at random from a vast question bank, so each applicant receives a unique collection of questions.

  • Candidates who finish 130 questions in the allotted three hours will be allowed to answer 12 more questions

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BITSAT 2024 Marking Scheme

Candidates appearing for the BITS Admission Test must be familiar with the BITSAT marking scheme 2024 so they can calculate their scores efficiently after the test. The BITSAT exam 2024 is conducted for a total of 390 marks. Each of the 130 questions carries 3 marks. Negative marking is done in the case of incorrect answers. To calculate scores based on the total number of questions answered correctly or incorrectly, candidates must follow the BITSAT 2024 marking scheme below. 

BITSAT Marking Scheme 2024
Marks allotted to each correct answer+3 marks
Marks allotted to each incorrect answer-1 mark
Marks allotted to questions left unattempted0 marks

12 Additional Questions in BITSAT 2024

Candidates who attempt 130 questions within the 3-hour duration of the BITSAT exam will have the option to answer an additional 12 questions. These extra questions will be from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, and Logical Reasoning, with only three questions from each section. However, while answering these extra questions, candidates will not be allowed to make changes to the previously attempted 130 questions. The authority will evaluate the marks scored for these 12 questions as well, with no changes in the marking pattern. Correct responses will be rewarded with +3 marks, while any wrong attempt in these questions will fetch a -1 mark, as per the BITSAT marking scheme 2024. To maximize their chances of success and score the highest marks possible, students are encouraged to practice multiple sessions of BITSAT mock test 2024.

BITSAT Syllabus 2024

During BITSAT 2024 preparation, candidates must thoroughly study the topics as per the BITSAT 2024 syllabus published on the website. Each of the sections consists of vast chapters and several sub-topics. The syllabus for BITSAT 2024 is majorly based on Class 10th & 12 NCERT concepts. However, some of the questions may seem tricky to candidates while practising BITSAT previous year question papers

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Recommended Books for BITSAT 2024

To prepare for the upcoming exam, students should refer to the best books for BITSAT 2024 that have all the concepts, theories and definitions explained comprehensively in simple language. 

Subject

Recommended Books

Chemistry

  • Atkins' Physical Chemistry

  • Physical Chemistry by N Awasthi

  • Inorganic Chemistry by J.D.Lee

  • Organic Chemistry by M.S. Chauhan

  • Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations by R.C. Mukherjee

  • Inorganic Chemistry by O.P.Tandon

  • Organic Chemistry by Paula Bruice Yurkanis

Physics

  • Concepts of Physics by H.C. Verma Vol 1 and Vol 2

  • Advanced level Physics by Nelson and Parker

  • Arihant Physics by D. C. Pandey

  • Problems in General Physics by I.E. Irodov

  • Fundamentals of Physics Resnick, Halliday, Walker

Mathematics

  • Class XI & XII by R.D. Sharma

  • Higher Algebra by Hall Knight Bernard-child

  • Differential Calculus by Arihant

  • Integral Calculus by Arihant

  • Problems in Calculus of One Variable Algebra by I.A.Maron

Biology

  • Class 11 and 12 Biology NCERT 

  • Objective Biology by Ansari

  • Objective Biology by Disha Experts

English 

  • Pearson Complete Guide by One Learn Education

  • BITSAT English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning by Disha Experts

  • BITSAT Explorer 2017 by MTC Editorial Board

BITSAT 2024 Passing Marks

BITS Pilani does not specify any passing marks to qualify for the examination. The scores are displayed to candidates on the screen immediately after the exam is concluded. Therefore, it depends on the total number of questions attempted correctly by the candidate. However, based on the BITSAT exam pattern 2024, difficulty level and other related factors, candidates can consider 280+ marks as the minimum BITSAT passing marks 2024 to get a desired college and course. 

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FAQs about BITSAT Exam Pattern

Is the syllabus reduced for BITSAT 2024?

No, the syllabus has not been reduced for BITSAT 2024.

How many marks are there in BITSAT 2024?

The BITSAT exam 2024 will be held for 390 marks and include questions from Physics, Chemistry, English, Logical Reasoning, and Mathematics/Biology.

What can be a good score in BITSAT?

Out of 450, 350+ can be considered as a good score in BITSAT. The chances of getting admission in popular courses is possible with a score greater than 350.

What is the mode of BITSAT exam?

The mode of the BITSAT exam is online, i.e., Computer-Based Test.

Is there a time limit for each part or section in BITSAT exam ?

There is no time limit for each part or section in the BITSAT exam. Candidates can switch between the sections or can edit/ change the answer for any question within the exam duration.

Will I get extra marks for attempting 12 extra questions in BITSAT?

Yes. The candidates will get extra marks if they mark correct answers for extra 12 questions. At the same time, there will be negative marking for wrong attempts. 

Is there negative marking in BITSAT exam?

There is negative marking in the BITSAT exam. The candidates will be penalized -1 marks for each wrong attempt.

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