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    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme: Marks Distribution, Negative Marking
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    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme: Marks Distribution, Negative Marking

    Chintakuntla Sai GnanUpdated on 24 Mar 2026, 03:45 PM IST

    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme: BITS Pilani has published the BITSAT marking scheme details on the official website bitsadmission.com. The marking scheme of BITSAT 2026 consists of 130 multiple-choice questions from Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency, Logical Reasoning, and Mathematics/Biology. There are no marks given for unattempted questions. In the BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme, each correct answer is awarded 3 marks, while 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer. The BITSAT 2026 exam is conducted in online mode in a computer-based test for 3 hours. Candidates answering all 130 questions within time may attempt 12 extra questions.

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    1. BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme – Key Highlights
    2. BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme - Section-Wise Question and Marks
    3. BITSAT 2026 Negative Marking
    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme: Marks Distribution, Negative Marking
    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme

    The session 1 BITSAT exam 2026 will be conducted from April 15 to 16, 2026 and session 2 is scheduled from May 24 to 26, 2026. The BITSAT exam is a computer-based entrance test conducted by BITS Pilani for admissions to BITS campuses. In this article, Careers360 will discuss the marking scheme for BITSAT 2026, questions, and more.

    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme – Key Highlights

    ParticularDetails

    Mode of Exam

    Online (Computer-Based Test)

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Language

    English

    Total Questions

    130

    Sections

    Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency, Logical Reasoning, Mathematics/Biology (B.Pharm)

    Marking Scheme

    +3 marks for correct answer

    -1 mark for wrong answer

    0 marks for unattempted

    Additional Questions

    12 optional extra questions (if 130 questions completed on time)

    Total Marks

    390

    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme - Section-Wise Question and Marks

    The five sections of BITSAT 2026 have different marks and weightage. Below is a table consisting of the BITSAT Marking Scheme 2026 with marks:

    SectionNumber of QuestionsNumber of Marks

    Mathematics/Biology

    40

    120

    Physics

    30

    90

    Chemistry

    30

    90

    Logical Reasoning

    20

    60

    English Proficiency

    10

    30

    Total

    130

    390

    BITSAT 2026 Negative Marking

    The BITSAT 2026 consists of a total of 130 questions to be attempted in 3 hours. The marking scheme for BITSAT 2026 consists of 3 marks awarded for one right answer. While -1 is deducted for every wrong answer. Candidates will not get any marks for any unattempted questions. Not all the 130 questions are mandatory; hence, candidates are advised to answer the questions mindfully.

    BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme: Extra 12 Bonus Questions

    The BITSAT 2026 Marking Scheme also consists of 12 bonus questions for candidates. After attempting 130 questions, candidates have the option of attempting 12 extra questions, if there is still time left. The extra questions are only asked from sections like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology and Logical Reasoning. Once candidates choose to attempt the bonus questions, they cannot go back to the previous 130 questions. Each correct answer awards 3 marks, and each wrong answer deducts 1 mark. The maximum possible score, including bonus questions, is 426 marks. Attempting bonus questions is optional, but can boost the total score significantly if answered correctly.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: How many questions does BITSAT 2026 consist of?
    A:

    The BITSAT 2026 consists of a total of 130 questions.

    Q: What is the concept of the extra 12 bonus questions?
    A:

    If a candidate attempts all 130 questions, and if the time is still left then the candidate can answer these extra 12 questions, which improves the opportunity of high scores. 

    Q: How many sections does the BITSAT exam have, and name them?
    A:

    The BITSAT 2026 consists of five sections- Physics, Chemistry, English Proficiency, Logical Reasoning, and Mathematics/Biology.

    Q: Which section has the highest weightage in the BITSAT exam?
    A:

    The Mathematics/Biology section has the highest weightage covering 40 marks.

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    To register for BITSAT 2026 , you can follow the steps below.

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    • Fill in the required details for the 2026 registration form.

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