BITS ISA 2026 Registration Opens Dec 1 for International Students

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani has announced the schedule for the International Student Admission (ISA) 2026. This process allows foreign nationals to apply for undergraduate admissions to BITS campuses in Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad based on their Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) scores. The ISA 2026 registration process will begin on December 1, 2025, and will remain open until April 6, 2026. Students applying from abroad must complete the registration online at bitsadmission.com.

BITS ISA 2026 Admission Schedule

The official ISA 2026 schedule has been released by BITS Pilani, with key dates for applications, corrections, SAT score submissions, and iterations as follows:

The admissions are conducted in multiple iterations, allowing students to secure seats based on SAT scores and available vacancies. Selected candidates must report to the respective campuses as per the schedule mentioned above.

Eligibility Criteria for BITS ISA 2026

Foreign nationals wishing to apply for ISA 2026 must meet the following requirements:

1. Citizenship: Only non-Indian passport holders are eligible.
2. Academic Qualification: Completion of 12th class or equivalent from a recognized board, with proficiency in English.
3. Subjects: Must have studied Physics and Mathematics/Biology as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational subjects.
4. Minimum Marks: Aggregate of 75% in the above subjects, with at least 60% individually in each.
5. SAT Score: Minimum aggregate of 1160 out of 1600, including Reading & Writing and Mathematics. SAT must be taken not earlier than February 1, 2023.
6. Score Submission: Students who have not received SAT or 12th marks at the time of application can still apply. Scores must be updated by April 15, 2026 through CollegeBoard.

Application Process

The step-by-step process for applying to BITS ISA 2026 is as follows:

1. Visit the official BITS admission portal at bitsadmission.com.
2. Click on the International Student Admission (ISA) 2026 link.
3. Register with personal and academic details to generate login credentials.
4. Fill in the application form with educational qualifications and relevant information.
5. Upload necessary documents, including passport and academic certificates.
6. Pay the required application fee online.
7. Review all details carefully before submitting the application.

Campuses for ISA 2026

International candidates can apply to any of the three BITS campuses:

• BITS Pilani (Rajasthan)
• BITS Goa (Goa)
• BITS Hyderabad (Telangana)

Admissions will be merit-based, determined by SAT scores and compliance with eligibility criteria. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure their SAT scores are submitted on time.

Key Highlights

• Registration opens December 1, 2025, closes April 6, 2026.
• Minimum SAT score requirement: 1160/1600.
• Multiple iterations of seat allotment provide flexibility for students.

ISA 2026 ensures transparency and equal opportunity for foreign students seeking admission in India’s top private engineering institute.