BITS HD 2025 : Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, and Pattern

Updated By Shivani on 07 Oct, 2024 11:42

The BITS HD 2025 exam is expected to be held in May 2025. The exam is conducted by the Birla Institute of Technical Science into the M.Pharm, M.E., M.Phil programs for Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses.

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BITS HD 2025 Exam

BITS HD 2025 official notification is likely to be released in March 2025 on the official website by the Birla Institute of Technical Science. Applicants can check the important dates for the exam as the notification is released. The BITS HD exam is conducted once a year. Applicants can expect the application process to commence from March 6-7, 2025 (tentatively). There is no age limit to appear for the BITS HD 2025 examination. 

BITS HD application form is prescribed by the Birla Institute of Technical Science on the official website in March 2025. Applicants should familiarize themselves with the eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. BITS HD 2025 aspirants should have a minimum of 60% in their qualifying exam to be eligible for this entrance exam. Reading the entire BITS HD syllabus will help the candidates in scoring well in the exam. The BITS HD 2025 test 1 will have a total number of 30 questions and test 2 will have 70 questions in the exam. 3 marks will be awarded for each correct answer and -1 will be deducted for each incorrect answer. 

The BITS HD exam is a highly competitive exam conducted by Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, for admission into their M.E/M.Pharm/M.Phil programs. Candidates who desire to apply for admission to BITS' higher degree programmes leading to M.E. or M.Pharm at any of its three campuses - Pilani, Hyderabad, or Goa - should take the BITS HD entrance exam.Candidates must be aware that admission to BITS Higher Degree programmes will be granted via the GATE/GPAT results in addition to the BITS HD test. Candidates may apply for admission to three higher education degrees through BITS HD 2025, including the Master of Engineering (ME), Master of Philosophy (MPhil), and Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) in a variety of courses.

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BITS HD 2025 Highlights

Check out the highlights of the BITS HD entrance exam -

ParticularsDetails
Name of ExamBirla Institute of Technical Sciences Higher Degree Exam (BITS HD)
Conducting BodyBITS Pilani
Exam DateLast week of May 2025 (Tentative)
Question TypeMCQ Type (Objective)
Purpose of Conducting the Exam

Admission into M.E, M.Pharm and M.Phil programmes offered at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad and Goa campuses

Exam TypeNational Level Entrance Exam
Frequency of ExamOnce a Year
Entrance Exam ModeOnline (Computer Based Test)
Negative MarkingYes

BITS HD Exam Dates 2025

Candidates can check the important dates here. 

Event

Dates (tentative)

BITS HD Official Notification

March 5, 2025

BITS HD 2025 Application Process Begins

March 6, 2025

Last Date to Apply for BITS HD 2025

April 23, 2025

Modifications in Submitted Online Application Forms

April 25 to 26, 2025

Admission Offers based on GPAT/GATE Scores (Round I)

May 7, 2025

Payment of Advance Fee for GPAT/GATE Candidates

May 22, 2025

Test centre allotment

May 9, 2025

Slot booking for BITS HD 2025

May 9, 2025

Availability of Hall Ticket

May 17, 2025

BITS HD 2025 Exam

May 19 to 24, 2025

Announcement of admission offers to candidates based on BITS HD test and GATE / GPAT (Iteration 2)

June 7, 2025

Deadline for payment of fees by candidates offered admission through Iteration 2

June 21, 2025

Announcement of admission offers to candidates admitted through BITS HD test and GATE / GPAT (Iteration 3)

July 1, 2025

Deadline for payment of fees by candidates offered admission through Iteration 3

July 13, 2025

Beginning of Regular Classes (Online)

August 2, 2025

BITS HD Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates can learn more about BITS HD 2025 eligibility criteria by consulting the table below.

Particulars

Details

Nationality

Indian Nationals/NRI

Age Limit

There is no age limit in BITS HD

Qualifying Exam

Candidates must hold a B.E/B.Tech degree from a recognised university.

Qualifying Marks

Candidates must have at least 60% in their B.E/B.Tech.

GATE scores

Candidates applying via GATE must have valid score cards.

BITS HD 2025 Application Form

BITS HD application form 2025 will release on March 6, 2025 (tentatively) in online mode. Candidates can fill out the BITS HD application form 2025 by following these instructions.

Steps to fill the BITS HD 2025

Step 1 - Registration: Candidates must first visit the official website and click on the application form link. Registration requires the entry of information such as name, date of birth, gender, email address, and cellphone number. After completing the registration process, the login credentials will be generated.

Step 2 - Form Filling: Candidates must now provide their personal, academic, and contact information. All of the information submitted must be true. Three exam centres must also be chosen based on personal preferences.

Step 3 - Document submission: Candidates must upload a scanned copy of their most recent passport-size photo (up to 30 KB) and signature (up to 20 KB) in JPG/JPEG. If appropriate, they will also want a scanned copy of their GATE/GPAT Scorecard. The scanned photographs must adhere to the requirements specified by the authorities.

Step 4 - Fee Payment: Candidates must pay the application fee Rs.1000 for GATE qualified candidates and Rs.3400 for non-GATE candidates either online (through net banking/credit card/debit card) or offline (e-challan payable at ICICI bank).

Step 5 - Form Submission: Finally, applicants must submit the BITS HD 2025 application form. A printout must be made for future reference.

BITS HD 2025 Slot Booking

BITS HD 2025 slot booking window is expected to commence from May 9, 2025 (tentatively).  Candidates must provide their application number, date of birth, gender, and email address to access the candidate site. BITS HD slot booking is an online method that allows you to reserve a date and time window for the online admission test. It should be mentioned that slot booking will be done based on applicant preferences and slot availability.

Following successful slot booking, students must obtain the admit card of BITS HD 2025 from the official website and keep it secure till the exam day. 

BITS HD 2025 Admit Card

BITS HD admit card 2025 is likely to be released in May 2025 by the Birla Institute of Technical Science on the official website. The admit card is a crucial document for candidates appearing in the exam. The BITS HD 2025 admit card will contain essential information such as the candidate's name, roll number, photograph, exam date, time, and venue. It is mandatory to carry a printed copy of the admit card to the exam center along with a valid photo ID proof. To download the admit card, candidates need to log in to the official website of BITS HD 2025 and enter their login credentials. It's important to check all the details mentioned on the admit card carefully, and if there are any discrepancies, candidates should contact the exam authorities immediately.

BITS HD 2025 Syllabus

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) will release the BITS HD syllabus or BITS Higher Degree examination syllabus  on its official website - bitsadmission.com. The BITS HD exam 2025 consists of two parts, Part 1 contains general topics which include Core Mathematics and English Language & Logical Reasoning while Part 2 contains topics from respective engineering disciplines. Candidates are advised to go through the BITS HD syllabus 2025 prior to proceeding to start their preparation as it will help them make a study plan to prepare.

BITS HD Exam Pattern 2025

Understanding the BITS HD 2025 exam pattern is a critical component of preparation. Candidates studying for the BITS HD entrance test 2025 can review the exam pattern to get a sense of what to expect. Candidates may learn about the type of questions, number of questions, marking scheme, and other aspects of the test by consulting the BITS HD exam pattern. There will be two tests in BITS HD 2025: Test 1 and Test 2.

It should be noted that Test 1 will be required of all candidates, but Test 2 will be required of all applicants for higher degree programmes except those applying for M.E. in Sanitation Science, Technology, and Management and M.E. in Software Systems.

Mode

Computer-Based

Medium of Instruction

English

Type of Question

Multiple Choice Questions

Number of Questions

Test 1: 30

Test 2: 70

Test for Software Systems: 50

Test for M.E. Sanitation Science, Technology and Management: 50

Duration

Test 1: 45 minutes

Test 2: 105 minutes

Test for Software Systems: 60 minutes

Test for M.E. Sanitation Science, Technology and Management: 60 minutes

Marking 

3 marks for each correct answer

Negative Marking

-1 for each wrong Answer

BITS HD 2025 Result

BITS HD result 2025 releases in the form of iteration. Candidates can check the BITS HD 2025 iteration in online mode. To view the BITS HD result 2025, candidates must provide their application number, gender, and date of birth. On the basis of the GATE results and the BITS HD entrance examination, the exam administrators will announce two distinct merit lists for each degree course. Candidates should be aware that in each course, 50% of the seats were filled using GPAT/GATE results, with the remaining 50% filled by BITS HD 2025 test scores. The exam administrators prepare a cutoff list for each course based on the number of applications and available seats. 

BITS HD 2025 Selection Process

There is a certain selection process prescribed by the administrative authority of BITS which determines whether a candidate is selected or not. If the candidates qualify up to the selection criteria prescribed by the institute, he/she will be given admission to the program. The candidates must be aware of the BITS HD selection process to have an idea of their selection chances. 

After the entrance test is conducted, BITS HD releases the merit list containing the name of all the candidates who have scored above the cutoff score. The qualifying candidates are further called for the counselling process where they have to bring all the required documents. Further, the candidates will have to appear for the counselling process at allotted date and venue, get the documents verified and pay the admission fee to complete the admission process.

Other Options Apart from BITS HD Exam

Here is a list of similar other entrance exams like the BITS HD entrance test - 

Entrance Exams for M.E Admissions

GATE

JEE Advanced

WB PGET (State-Level)

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Entrance Exams for M.Pharm Admissions

GPAT

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FAQs about BITS HD

What is the fees of BITS HD exam?

Aspirants looking for admissions via GATE/GPAT have to pay a fees of Rs 1000 and aspirants filling out the application form directly have to pay a fees of Rs 3150. 

 

Is the BITS HD exam difficult?

With the right preparation approach and preparing for the exam on time will not let applicants feel the burden of the exam. The difficulty level of the exam can be matched with the right syllabus preparation. 

 

What is the BITS HD exam for?

BITS (Birla Institute of Technical Science) Pilani conducts the BITS HD online entrance exam. BITS HD is an abbreviation for Birla Institute of Technical Science Higher Degree. Candidates who wish to apply for admission to BITS' higher degree programmes leading to M.E. or M.Pharma at any of its three campuses—Pilani, Hyderabad, or Goa—should take the BITS HD entrance exam.

Will there be a negative score in BITS HD 2025?

As per the exam pattern of BITS HD, candidates will be given three marks for each correct response, and one mark will be deducted for every incorrect response. No marks are awarded for unattempted questions.

How can I fill the BITS HD 2025 application form?

BITS HD 2025 application form will be available online at the official website. 

Will BITS HD 2025 be conducted online or offline?

BITS HD MTech entrance exam will be conducted in online mode i.e. computer-based test (CBT). BITS HD exam will consist of objective or multiple-choice questions (MCQs), with each question having four answer choices.

 

Who will conduct BITS HD 2025?

Birla Institute of Technology and Science will conduct the BITS HD 2025 entrance exam for admission in programmes like MCA and MTech.

 

What is the exam date of BITS HD 2025?

The BITS HD 2025 exam date has not been released yet. However, it is expected that the BITS HD exam 2025 will be held in the last week of May 2024 tentatively. 

Are GATE qualified candidates exempted from BITS HD?

GATE qualified candidates are exempted from BITS HD for admission in M.E.

Are GPAT qualified candidates exempted from BITS HD?

GPAT qualified candidates are exempted from BITS HD for M.Pharm admission.

Is BITS HD score mandatory for admission in M.Phil?

BITS HD score is mandatory for admission in the M.Phil course. 

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