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BITSAT 2026 April 16 Exam Updates: Morning Shift Underway, Afternoon Shift Timings, Rules & Dress Code Details

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Praful Bhatnagar
College Admin | Updated on Apr 16, 2026

BITSAT 2026 April 16 Exam Updates: Morning Shift Underway, Afternoon Shift Timings, Rules & Dress Code Details: The BITSAT 2026 April 16 Shift 1 examination has commenced. The test duration is 3 hours and it is scheduled to conclude at 12 PM. After the completion of the exam, the detailed analysis of the Shift 1 paper will be made available on this page. Candidates appearing for the BITSAT April 16 Shift 2 exam can refer here for important exam day instructions, dress code, and reporting schedule.


The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, has officially begun conducting the BITSAT 2026 examination today. The Shift 1 exam on April 16 is currently in progress and will end at 12 PM. Once the test is over, candidates will have the option to view their scores on the system before submitting their responses. This feature helps aspirants decide whether they should appear for Session 2 of BITSAT 2026. Candidates securing the required cutoff marks will be eligible for admission into B.E. programmes at BITS campuses located in Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad.

The Shift 2 examination on April 16 will take place from 2 PM to 5 PM. Candidates are required to report to their allotted exam centres strictly as per the schedule mentioned on their BITSAT admit card. Entry after the reporting time will not be permitted under any situation. Additionally, candidates must carry all the required documents while reporting. Failure to produce the necessary documents will lead to denial of entry into the examination hall.

BITSAT 2026 April 16 Shift 1 Analysis

The analysis for the April 16 Shift 1 exam will be published here once available. Along with the overall difficulty level—whether easy, moderate, or tough—candidates will also get insights into the topics covered and those likely to appear in upcoming shifts.

BITSAT April 16 Question Paper & Answer Key

If released, candidates will be able to access the memory-based question paper for BITSAT 2026 April 16 Shift 1 here. These memory-based questions provide a useful understanding of the exam pattern, difficulty level, and frequently asked topics.

BITSAT 2026 April 16 Shift 2 Exam Timings

The BITSAT April 16 Shift 2 exam will begin at 2 PM. Candidates should arrive at their respective exam centres at least 30 minutes before the gate closing time to complete frisking procedures and take their seats on time.

BITSAT 2026 April 16 Shift 2 Dress Code Guidelines

Candidates appearing for the Shift 2 exam can follow the dress code guidelines mentioned below to ensure a hassle-free entry and smooth frisking process:

Recommended Avoid

Light-weight shirts or T-shirts

Full sleeve shirts (especially with large buttons)

Simple trousers or pants

Jackets, hoodies, or sweaters (unless necessary)

Open footwear like simple shoes, slippers or sandals

Jeans with too many pockets


Shoes with thick soles

Documents Required on BITSAT Exam Day

Candidates must carry the following documents to the examination centre:

  • BITSAT Admit Card

  • Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving licence, School ID card)

 


 


 


 


 


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