BITS HD 2026 Application Form Released, Apply at bitsadmission.com/hd

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) has officially released the BITS HD 2026 application form for candidates aiming to pursue Higher Degree (HD) programmes like MTech (ME) and MPharma at its Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses. Prospective applicants can complete their registration online via the official website bitsadmission.com/hd before the last date.

Important Dates for BITS HD 2026 Admission

Here are the major schedule points aspirants should note:

• Application Start Date: 18 February 2026
• Application Deadline: 20 April 2026
• Application Form Correction: 22-23 April 2026
• GATE-Based Admission (Iteration-1 Announcement): 4 May 2026
• Test Centre & Slot Allotment: 18 May 2026
• Admit Card Availability: From 21 May 2026
• BITS HD 2026 Online Exam: 25 & 26 May 2026
• Subsequent Iteration Offers: 8 June & 29 June 2026
• Orientation & Session Start: 31 July & 3 August 2026

These timelines cover both GATE score-based admissions and the entrance test route for eligible candidates across engineering and pharmacy streams.

BITS HD 2026: Application Fee and Eligibility

Candidates applying via the BITS HD online application must pay the prescribed fee to complete the registration:

• General Application Fee: INR 3600 for all categories.
• GATE/GPAT Score-Based Application Fee: INR 1000.
• Both BITS HD Test + GATE/GPAT: INR 3600.

Eligibility typically requires a relevant bachelor’s degree with an appropriate discipline and minimum qualifying marks; aspirants are advised to check the detailed eligibility criteria on the official website before applying.

How to Apply Online for BITS HD 2026?

Applicants should follow the steps below to complete the online application:

1. Visit bitsadmission.com/hd the official BITS HD application portal.
2. Register with your email and mobile number to generate login credentials.
3. Fill in personal and academic details in the application form.
4. Choose test centre and programme preferences (if applicable).
5. Upload the required documents and pay the application fee online.
6. Submit the form and download/print the confirmation for records.

Ensure all uploaded information and supporting documents are accurate before final submission.

BITS HD 2026 Exam & Admission Process

Once applications are submitted, the BITS HD entrance exam will be conducted on 25 and 26 May 2026. Shortlisted candidates based on test scores and/or GATE/GPAT scores will be contacted in subsequent admission iterations, and fee payment deadlines will follow respective offer announcements. Candidates who qualify will receive admission offers across BITS campuses, and must complete fee payment and reporting as per official schedules. Stay updated on the official BITS HD portal for any changes in deadlines, admit card links, syllabus details, and counselling instructions.