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BITS Pilani announces PhD-DRIVE, a new PhD programme for supporting startup creation

On August 20, 2023, BITS Pilani made the announcement of launching a new & innovative PhD programme that aims in developing various startups in order to resolve the different challenges faced in the business world

PhD-DRIVE, the programme announced by the college, stands for Deep-tech, Research, Innovative, Value generation, and Entrepreneurship. This programme welcomes students who have a knack science & technology as well as the desire to develop their startup. With this programme, students will gain the entrepreneurship course, required funding for developing the relevant product/service, and incubation programme, along with acquire support from BITS Pilani’s alumni network from business perspectives.

V. Ramgopal Rao, the Vice-Chancellor of BITS Pilani, stated that the PhD-DRIVE is their brainchild for transforming PhD degree holders into entrepreneurs. He also mentioned that they are targeting to initiate around 100 startups by the year 2030. All the PhD scholars, under this programme, would be in associated with different Centre of Excellences established by BITS Pilani. They would be offered a higher stipend as well as grant for their startup.

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BITS Pilani allows students a year off to build startups

BITS Pilani is currently facilitating students to take a year off to develop their startups. This move is a way to boost entrepreneurship in India. As per their policy, if students plan to take a year off to create their startup full-time, their application would be routed to the dean for approval to walk shoulder-to-shoulder with the IITs that are constantly dominating the startup systems in our country. The institute devised the “BITS innovation and startup policy of 2023”, which would serve as a guide for the students to help them accomplish their entrepreneurial objectives via accurate resource planning while improving the already existing startups. Also, students can use their hostel/institute address to register their company, post approval from the dean.

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BITSAT 2024 Mistakes to avoid while preparing
May 17, 2024 4:28 PM

BITSAT 2024: Mistakes to Avoid While Preparing

BITSAT 2024 Mistakes to avoid while preparing - Birla Institute of Technology and Sciences (BITS) conducts the national-level engineering exam “BITSAT” to select candidates for the various engineering programs offered on BITS campuses. The BITSAT 2024 exam is being conducted in two phases - Session 1 exam date is May 20 to 24, while BITSAT 2024 Session 2 Exam is scheduled from June 22 to 26, 2024. Students have only a few months left for the examination and so, preparations must begin in full swing. However, during exam preparations, candidates often end up making mistakes that can prove costly at the time of the actual test. This article overviews some of the common mistakes made by candidates while preparing for BITSAT and how to overcome them.

BITSAT is a popular national engineering entrance exam after JEE Main 2024 and therefore, the participation level is high. Passing the BITSAT 2024 exam is not a cakewalk and candidates require dedicated strategies and efforts to crack the exam. Read the full article to get details on BITSAT 2024 mistakes to avoid while preparing and get tips and tricks to score a good rank in the BITSAT exam. 

What is a Good Score in BITSAT 2024?
May 17, 2024 12:05 PM

What is a Good Score in BITSAT 2024?

What is a Good Score in BITSAT 2024: 300+ is considered a good score in BITSAT 2024 exam. Moreover, a very good score on the exam is 350+. However, the exact cutoff score varies each year based on factors such as the difficulty level of the exam and the number of applicants. In recent years, the cutoff has ranged from 280 to 370, with higher cutoffs for popular courses such as Computer Science and Electronics.

BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024
May 16, 2024 7:01 PM

BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024: Exam City, Dates, Slot Booking Process

BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024 - BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024 for Session 1 was released on May 3, 2024, on the official website - bitsadmission.com. The upcoming BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024 for Session 2 is expected to release on June 13, 2024. Candidates are provided the option of selecting one out of the three centres for the BITSAT 2024 test centre allotment. The authorities allocate test centres from the options selected by candidates from the list of BITSAT exam centres 2024

The Admit Card for BITSAT 2024 session 1 is relased on May 16, 2024 and the BITSAT exam 2024 for Session 1 is scheduled from May 20 to May 24, 2024. The BITSAT 2024 slot booking process  for session 2 will commence after the test centre allotment in which candidates can select their preferred time and slots. Read the full post to know more about BITSAT test centre allotment 2024 like important dates, how to check, slot booking, etc. 

Engineering (BE/ B.Tech) Admission Process 2024
May 15, 2024 5:24 PM

Engineering (BE/ B.Tech) Admission 2024: Dates, Eligibility, Registration Process, Complete Details

Engineering (BE/ B Tech) Admission 2024 - Engineering college admission 2024 is based on the marks secured in various entrance examinations. The national and state-level engineering entrance exams for BTech admission 2024 include JEE Main, JEE Advanced, BITSAT, WBJEE etc. The BTech (Bachelor of Technology) is a 4-year professional engineering course that is typically divided into eight semesters. The eligibility criteria for BTech admission 2024 is that the candidates must have completed their 12th with a minimum of 65-75% with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as their compulsory subjects. Over 5 lakh engineering aspirants apply for admission to more than 4000 engineering colleges across India. These institutes offer core branches, like B Tech ECE, B Tech CSE, B Tech Civil Engineering, etc. Some colleges may also offer BE admission 2024. In this article, we have listed all the major entrance exams for BE Admission 2024 or BTech Admission 2024 along with the important exam dates, application dates, admit card dates, result dates and more.
 

BITSAT Course Wise and Campus Wise Cutoff Comparison
May 6, 2024 5:12 PM

BITSAT Marks vs Course vs Branch Analysis

BITSAT Marks vs Course vs Branch Analysis: The candidates participating in the exam must be aware of the BITSAT Marks vs Course vs Branch Analysis. With the help of the BITSAT 2024 marks vs course vs branch analysis, the candidates can know which courses are offered and at which BITS campuses are in the particular marks range. Candidates who are appearing in the BITSAT 2024 exam should go through this BITSAT marks v/s course v/s branch analysis article to find out what marks range should they be eyeing if they have a particular course or BITS campus in mind.

BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024 (Out Today): Download link to be activated at bitsadmission.com (Image Credit: Pexels)
May 3, 2024 9:17 AM

BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024 (Released): Download link activated at bitsadmission.com

BITSAT Test Centre Allotment 2024: As per the revised dates, BITS Pilani released the BITSAT test centre allotment 2024 on May 3. Candidates can check out their test centre allotment at www.bitsadmission.com or click on the direct link provided on the page for the same. Applicants will be required to enter their application number and password on the login dashboard to check their allotment status. Do note that test centre allotment has been done to the candidates based on the 3 preferences they mentioned in the application form. 

Top 10 Private Engineering Colleges with Best Placements
May 1, 2024 6:09 PM

Top 10 Private Engineering Colleges with Best Placements

Top 10 Private Engineering Colleges with Best Placements: India has 100+ private engineering colleges that offer great placements with handsome salary packages up to INR 50 LPA. The top 10 private engineering colleges with best placements are BITS Mesra, VIT Vellore, Amity University, BITS Pilani, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, SSC College of Engineering etc. JEE Main, KCET, BITSAT, and VITEEE among others are some of the entrance exams that are accepted for admission to the top 10 private colleges with highest placement salary. 

These top private engineering colleges in India 2024 offer seats in programs such as BE/ BTech/ BArch etc. These institutes are ranked among the Top 10 Private Engineering Colleges with Best Placements because they have very active placement cells working who bring top recruiters like Infosys, Accenture, Wipro, Google, Dell, Nissan etc. By studying in the best private engineering colleges in India you will get placement training through workshops, skills sessions, interview preparation, resume guidance, and so on. 

MBA Colleges in India with Low Fees in India
April 20, 2024 6:45 PM

MBA Colleges in India with Low Fees - List of B-Schools Offering an Affordable MBA Degree in India

MBA Colleges in India with Low Fees: MBA is one of the most sought-after degrees in India that is focused on business administration. To be a successful manager or entrepreneur, one needs to have the best education which is offered by the top MBA colleges in India. However, getting the best MBA education can be a costly affair. Not every student can pay high tuition fees which lead to settling for average colleges. But, thankfully there are many high-class MBA colleges in India with low fees.

Many government and private colleges in India focus on providing world-class management education while charging a pocket-friendly fee. Students with financial constraints can surely consider these MBA colleges and fulfill their dream of becoming smart managers. Take a look at the list of MBA colleges in India with low fees provided below. Hope the list helps you find the college that is your right fit!

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Best BITSAT 2022 Coaching Institutions
April 15, 2024 12:28 PM

Best Coaching Institutes for BITSAT 2022

Every engineering aspirant dreams of securing admission to one of the top engineering colleges in India to ensure a successful start in the technology industry. Apart from the IITs and NITs, the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani is one of the most sought after colleges in India due to its advanced curriculum and state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities.

Colleges Accepting GATE Score in India
March 28, 2024 3:31 PM

Colleges Accepting GATE Score in India

Colleges Accepting GATE Score in India: GATE or Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is a national-level entrance exam conducted for an M.Tech admission at the top engineering colleges of India. The list of colleges accepting GATE scores 2024 includes IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, etc. Apart from these premier institutes, GATE is also a gateway for M.Tech admission in India's top private and government engineering colleges. Candidates passing the GATE 2024 get several college options to choose from. Candidate must be aware that each GATE participating college 2024 has its GATE cutoff 2024 range based on which they offer admission. Some engineering colleges accept GATE scores between 600 to 700, while others offer admission at GATE 400 to 500. Applicants aiming to get admission to IITs accepting GATE scores like IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, IIT Roorkee, etc should have higher GATE scores. To select the college accepting GATE scores applicants must make a wise and rational decision by considering factors like the college's placement statistics, college's ranking, location, fee structure, the scope for research and development, specializations, etc. Applicants must choose the college for their future that offers the specialization they are interested in and has lucrative placements. It is advised that before making a decision, applicants must explore the M.Tech engineering college options available to them. In this aspect, we have mentioned the list of colleges accepting GATE scores in India on this page.

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Direct BTech Admission 2024
May 17, 2024 4:29 PM

Direct BTech Admission 2024 - BTech Admission Without Entrance Exam

Direct BTech Admission 2024 -  Engineering being a dream profession of various Indians, attracts various students towards BTech degrees. In India, there are several BTech colleges to which students can be admitted. The majority of BTech admissions in India are done through engineering entrance exams conducted at the national, state, and university levels. Among these, JEE Main and JEE Advanced are the two most popular entrance exams. However, many universities like BNM Institute of Technology, Maharaja Surajmal Institute of Technology, Sharda University, etc offer direct BTech admission based on the student's merits. Direct B Tech admission is something where candidates need not require any entrance exam/ need not be required to participate in the centralized counselling process. On the other hand, deemed universities conduct their entrance exam for B Tech admission. Candidates aspiring to join B Tech may or may not apply for the entrance exam, as direct admission can be possible without these requirements.

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) is a 4-year undergraduate engineering degree that has many specialization options from which candidates can choose. Among various engineering specializations, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science engineering, biotechnology engineering etc are some of the popular specializations. After pursuing BTech in India candidates can get jobs in top MNCs like Dell, Genpact, Google, Microsoft, etc. If you are planning to study BTech degree and don't want to sit for the entrance exam then this article is for you. In this post, we have provided important details about direct BTech admission 2024, top engineering colleges that offer admission without an entrance exam, BTech application forms, and more. 

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BITSAT 2024 Mistakes to avoid while preparing
May 17, 2024 4:28 PM

BITSAT 2024: Mistakes to Avoid While Preparing

BITSAT 2024 Mistakes to avoid while preparing - Birla Institute of Technology and Sciences (BITS) conducts the national-level engineering exam “BITSAT” to select candidates for the various engineering programs offered on BITS campuses. The BITSAT 2024 exam is being conducted in two phases - Session 1 exam date is May 20 to 24, while BITSAT 2024 Session 2 Exam is scheduled from June 22 to 26, 2024. Students have only a few months left for the examination and so, preparations must begin in full swing. However, during exam preparations, candidates often end up making mistakes that can prove costly at the time of the actual test. This article overviews some of the common mistakes made by candidates while preparing for BITSAT and how to overcome them.

BITSAT is a popular national engineering entrance exam after JEE Main 2024 and therefore, the participation level is high. Passing the BITSAT 2024 exam is not a cakewalk and candidates require dedicated strategies and efforts to crack the exam. Read the full article to get details on BITSAT 2024 mistakes to avoid while preparing and get tips and tricks to score a good rank in the BITSAT exam. 

BITSAT 2024 Mathematics Chapter/Topic Wise Weightage & Important Topics
May 17, 2024 4:18 PM

BITSAT 2024 Mathematics Chapter/Topic Wise Weightage & Important Topics

BITSAT 2024 Mathematics Chapter/Topic Wise Weightage & Important Topics - Mathematics is an important section with the highest weightage of marks in BITSAT. The Mathematics section of BITSAT comprises 45 questions, and each question is allotted three marks. Circles, straight lines, vectors and calculas carry the maximum weightage (with 6 to 11 % of the total marks) for BITSAT 2024 Mathematics among the list of important topics.

The Birla Institute of Technology & Sciences (BITS), Pilani conducts the BITSAT 2024 exam in two phases as a computer-based test. The candidates should note that there will be a negative marking of -1 for each wrong answer in the Mathematics section. As the BITSAT 2024 syllabus for Mathematics is vast, candidates must identify the important topics. To help the candidates locate the important chapters for BITSAT, we have listed the chapter/subject-wise weightage in this article. BITSAT 2024 Exam Session 1 will be conducted from May 20 to 24, 2024. The admit card for BITSAT Session 1 2024 has been released at bitsadmission.com on May 16, 2024

How to score 300+ in BITSAT Exam 2024? Complete Preparation Guide
May 17, 2024 4:02 PM

How to score 300+ in BITSAT Exam 2024? Complete Preparation Guide

How to score 300+ in BITSAT Exam 2024? The BITSAT 2024 exam will be conducted for a total of 400 marks. A score of 300+ marks can be categorized as a good score in BITSAT 2024 exam. Scoring 300 marks in the BITSAT examination is not going to be easy. However, students working hard, day and night to prepare can crack the BITSAT 2024 exam. BITSAT Admit Card 2024 has been released for Session 1 at bitsadmission.com on May 16, 2024. The BITSAT 2024 Session 1 Exam is to be conducted from May 20 to 24, 2024, in online mode. BITS Pilani conducts the Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) exam 2024 to provide admission into the reputed colleges of BITS Pilani, BITS Goa, and BITS Hyderabad. After getting admission into BITSAT colleges students get a kick start to their careers as they have reputed colleges and excellent in-house recruitment. However, getting admission into BITSAT 2024 participating colleges is not easy, students must have set their target score and study hard to achieve it. In this article, we have provided the BITSAT 2024 preparation tips to score 300+ marks for your reference.

Read the full article to know how to score 300+ in BITSAT exam 2024 here. 

JEE Advanced Admit Card 2024 Download Link Activated (Image Credit: Pexels)
May 17, 2024 2:13 PM

JEE Advanced Admit Card 2024 Download Link Activated

JEE Advanced Admit Card 2024: IIT Madras will issue JEE Advanced 2024 admit cards for all registered candidates on May 17, 2024. The admit cards are available on the official website- jeeadv.ac.in to download till May 26, 2024 (till 2:30 pm).  Candidates should enter the login credentials such as registration number, password, and registered mobile number to download the JEE Advanced 2024 admit card. Candidates should carry the printed copy of admit card along with the valid original photo ID proof to the exam centre on the exam day. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to enter the exam centre. This year, JEE Advanced 2024 exam will be held on May 26 across 229 cities in India and 3 cities outside India.

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Akansha Nishad, Student / Alumni

-Answered on Aug-11-2023

Hello sir, I think there might be some issue with this. Kindly visit the BITS Pilani campus for this. 

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Ashish Aditya, Student / Alumni

-Answered on Aug-11-2023

Dear student, The BITS Pilani does offer MBA course for its students. As a B.Pharma student, you are eligible for MBA admission at BITS Pilani. You need to qualify for CAT or XAT and appear in the Business Analytics Aptitude Test (BAAT) conducted by BITS Pilani to complete the admission process.

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Abhishek Rathour, Student / Alumni

-Answered on July-27-2023

Dear Murtyunjay,

There is no lateral admission done in the B.Tech course at BITS Pilani. For direct admission to the course, the candidates must have scored an aggregate of 75% of marks in the Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects. Only those candidates are shortlisted for the admission process. A merit list will be released based on the candidates’ combined performance in BITSAT (entrance exam conducted by the institute) and Class 12. The allocation of the seat will be based on the merit position of the candidates.

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Abhishek Rathour, Student / Alumni

-Answered on June-26-2023

Dear Palak,

JEE Mains is not mandatory for taking admission in BITS Pilani. The applicant has passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognized Central or State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and adequate proficiency in English. Also, the applicant needs to obtain a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in PCM in 12th examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the PCM subjects. The applicant must achieve a valid score in the BITS Admission Test (BITSAT). For more information on courses and eligibility, refer to BITS Pilani course page.

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ashutosh, Student / Alumni

-Answered on May-11-2023
Can i take admission in bits pilani with my 71.91 percentile in jee

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