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Q]I am unable to access the Online application. Can you send the application form by email or post?
A]The application cannot be sent by email. If you get any specific error while applying, please send an email to admnoc@bits-pilani.ac.in for help with details. If you are unable to apply online in spite of all efforts, please obtain the form by post as explained in the advertisement.
Q]I have completed the first few pages of the online application. But, after that I am getting errors. Please help.
A]If you send the details of error (the operating system configuration of yr machine, the page link address where you are facing problem, and the error message) to admnoc@bits-pilani.ac.in we will see how best we can help you.
Q]I have completed the online application. But, I have not taken a print out. How can I get a print out now?
A]You can go to the applying online page again and enter the personal details AND the application number. You will be taken to the printout page again. If you have forgotten your application number, you will have to register afresh and obtain a new application number.
Q]I have made a mistake while entering some data in my application form. How can I edit/correct it?
A]If you have not posted the form, apply afresh with another application number. If you have already sent the form by post to admissions office, You cannot edit it Online. If the mistake is minor, you can send a written signed request for the correction. However, if you want to change the center preferences, you will have to apply afresh with a new application fees.
Q]My 12th exam results are not expected before 30th June. Should I apply for BITSAT-2007?
A]For admissions to I semester staring in August, you should have your result before 30th June. Otherwise, we make a few admissions to II semester starting in January for which you can apply. Keeping that in mind, you may appear in BITSAT-2007.
Q]I passed 12th in 2006. I didn't get 80% aggregate in PCM. Am I eligible if I repeat some of the subjects to get the required 80% marks?
A]If you are repeating 12th exam, you should do it for the all the subjects required to pass 12th again. If you take improvement exams in PCM only, you are not eligible.
Q]What are the tuition and other fees and expenses?
A]The fee details for 2007-08 are yet to be finalised. The details will be available at BITS website by March.
Q]I passed 12th exam in 2006. Am I eligible to appear for BITSAT-2007?
A]As advertised, you may apply providing the reason for the Gap. The admissions committee will examine all such cases and announce its decision after 31st January.
Q]I had appeared in BITSAT-2006 but my marks were below the cut-off marks. Can I appear in BITSAT-2007?
A]Yes. However, as advertised, you have to provide the reason for the gap while applying. The admissions committee will examine all such cases and announce its decision after 31st January.
Q]Is mathematics required in 12th if applying for BioSciences and Pharmacy programmes?
A]Yes. we require PCM subjects in 12th for admissions to all Integrated first degree programmes.
Q]What is the application procedure for NRIs?
A]There is no separate procedure for NRIs.
Q]What is the application procedure for candidates with foreign qualifications?
A]There is no separate procedure. They have to apply similar to Indian students.
Q]How am I Eligible for admission to M.Sc.(Hons.) and M.Sc.(Tech.) programmes after 12th?
A]The M.Sc.(Hons.) and M.Sc.(Tech.) programmes are integrated 4-year masters programme after 12th. There is no intermediate BSc. degrees awarded.
Q]I have passed 12th in the year 2005 (or earlier). I am now doing my higher studies (BSc/BE/diploma) in another college. Can I apply for BITSAT-2007?
A]You are NOT eligible to appear in BITSAT-2007. There is a provision for advanced standing, details of which will be available at BITS website after April 2007.
Q]Do you offer a Biotechnology programme?
A]We offer a ME in Biotechnology. At First degree level, we offer a M.Sc.(Hons.) Biologocal sciences programme.
Admissions to I Semester 2007-08 are closed.
The BITSAT-2007 Online tests were successfully conducted during 7th May - 10th June 2007. A total of 67328 candidates appeared in the tests.
No of candidates who have scored 275 and above - 7397
No of candidates who have scored 250 and above - 12034
Introduction
The Indian Institutes of Technology are institutions of national importance established through an Act of Parliament. These Institutes play a leading role in technological manpower development and have research programmes comparable to the best in the world. The admissions to the Undergraduate Programmes for all Indian and Foreign nationals at these institutions are made through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE).
Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi is one of the oldest institutions devoted to education in various engineering disciplines. Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad, a deemed university, is the oldest institution of its kind in India. The admissions to the Undergraduate Programmes at these institutions are also made through JEE.
All these institutions are known for providing quality education in science and technology and for research in frontier areas. The environment at these institutions is highly conducive for
- Building a solid foundation of knowledge,
- Development of personality, confidence building, self-discipline and pursuit of excellence,
- Enhancement of creativity, motivation and drive.
All of the above help to prepare the students admitted to these institutions for successful professional and social lives. Today, alumni of these institutions occupy key positions in industry and academia in India and abroad.
Each Institute has well-equipped, modern, laboratories, state-of-the-art computer network and well stocked technical library. Teaching methods rely on direct personal contact between the teacher and the students and the use of traditional and modern instructional techniques. Students live in a pleasant and intellectually stimulating environment with people having similar goals and aspirations leading to an exciting and unique academic experience.
Credit-based academic programmes offer flexibility to students to progress at their own pace. A minimum level of performance is necessary for satisfactory progress. The medium of instruction is English. These institutions offer courses leading to Bachelor’s degree in a number of engineering, technological and scientific disciplines.
M.Sc. Integrated courses in pure and applied sciences and M.Tech. Integrated courses in a few disciplines are also offered by some of these Institutes. In addition, some IITs offer Dual Degree M.Tech. programmes wherein both B.Tech. and M.Tech. degrees are awarded at the end of the programme.
