Admission to BITS Pilani campuses relies on the BITSAT entrance exam, scored out of 450. A score of 290-300+ is generally needed for admission to various programs, with higher cutoffs for certain branches; for instance, Computer Science requires 350-358 at the Goa campus and 385-390 at Pilani. Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Goa requires a score of around 320. The faculty is highly qualified, with many holding PhDs, and the student-to-faculty ratio of 1:15 to 1:20 allows for personalized attention.
The assessment system includes quizzes, midterms, and finals over 5 months, encouraging thorough preparation. Scholarships are available, with Merit scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition for the top 3% of students, and Merit-cum-Need scholarships covering up to 80% for 20%. Around 30% of students receive financial aid. The annual tuition is approximately Rs 5 lakh, with additional costs like registration and hostel fees. The total cost for a four-year BTech, including personal expenses, is estimated at Rs 25-30 lakh.
The placement record is strong, with over 95% of eligible students securing jobs. Notable recruiters include Amazon, KPMG, and Google. The highest packages range from Rs 42-52 lakh, with average packages being Rs 24.32 lakh for Computer Science and Rs 17 lakh for Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Internships play a crucial role, with two mandatory internships potentially leading to job offers. Loans are available, with SBI offering options at 8-9% interest.
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