BITS Pilani (Birla Institute of Technology and Science)
BITS HD Exam Pattern 2027 — Complete Question Paper Structure
Understand the marking scheme, section weights, question distribution and time strategy for Birla Institute of Technology and Science Higher Degree
Exam Pattern at a Glance
Exam Mode
Online (CBT)
Language
English & Hindi
Negative Marking
None
Sections
3
Section-wise Pattern
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks per Q | Total Marks | Time (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 43 | +3 | 129 | 60 min |
| Chemistry | 43 | +3 | 129 | 60 min |
| Mathematics | 44 | +3 | 132 | 60 min |
| Total | 130 | — | 390 | 180 min |
Time is indicative. Candidates can attempt sections in any order in CBT mode.
Marking Scheme
Correct Answer
+3
marks
Wrong Answer
None
marks
Unattempted
0
marks
Marking Scheme
+3 / −1
Example Calculation:
If you attempt 78 questions, get 59 correct and 19 wrong:
Score = 59 × 3 = 177 marks
Skip questions you're unsure about — negative marking can reduce your score significantly.
Time Management Strategy
You have approximately 83.1 seconds per question on average.
| Phase | Time Budget | Target Questions |
|---|---|---|
| First pass (attempt easy Qs) | 108 min | 91 Qs |
| Second pass (attempt medium) | 54 min | 26 Qs |
| Review & guess | 18 min | Remaining |
Year-wise Pattern Changes
| Year | Questions | Duration | Key Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 130 | 180 min | Current pattern |
| 2024 | 130 | 180 min | No major change |
| 2023 | 130 | 180 min | Section added |
Pattern history is approximate. Always check official notification.
Difficulty Distribution
Approximate question count: ~39 Easy | ~59 Medium | ~33 Hard
Based on difficulty level: moderate. Actual distribution may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
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