Birla Institute of Technology and Science, BITS Pilani

Overview:

BITS Pilani, Rajasthan was established in the year 1964 and is managed by Birla Education Trust. The institute is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) as well as the Government of Rajasthan. The college received NAAC ‘A’ Grade accreditation.  It is a Deemed to-be University and its campus is spread over 328 acres of land.

Ownership - Private

Genders accepted - Co-Ed

About BITS Pilani

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, or BITS Pilani, is an all-India higher education institute. The major aim of BITS is to "teach young men and women able and willing to create and put into action such ideas, methods, techniques and information". What began as a tiny school in the early 1900s grew into a network of institutions for higher education spanning from the Humanities to Engineering until 1964, when all of these colleges merged to form a unique Indian university of international significance. The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, or BITS, Pilani, was the name given to this university.

Over the years, BITS has delivered the best quality technical education to students admitted on merit from all over India. Its graduates can be found all over the world in engineering, science, and business. BITS represents the maturation of Indian technological competence and "can-do" entrepreneurial attitude, particularly in the private sector. BITS is located on the Vidya Vihar campus in Rajasthan, near the town of Pilani.

Birla Institute of Technology has various campuses in India and also internationally:

·   BITS Pilani, Rajasthan

·   BITS Pilani, Goa

·   BITS Pilani, Hyderabad

·   BITS Pilani Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The institute has become the first internationally acknowledged university after establishing a campus in Dubai. The university comprises 15 academic departments in Science, Engineering, Management, and Research, in addition to the 5 established sites. There are also 9 different centres for Software Development, Robotics, Women Studies, and Desert Development Technologies at the institute.

Scholarships

Scholarships subject to the central and state government as well as college rules. BITS Pilani provides two types of scholarships: merit awards and fee discounts. These scholarships are available for both first-year and advanced-degree programmes. The following information is provided:

Merit Scholarships

Board toppers: Applicants who finished first in Class 12 receive a merit scholarship for 50% of the first year tuition fee. To be eligible for the scholarship, the candidate must have a minimum overall aggregate of 90% or higher in the qualifying exam.

Merit in BITSAT: Accepted students with a BITSAT score of 200 or more will be eligible for the following scholarships for the first year of the academic year 2021-22, based on their BITSAT score:

Merit in qualifying examination: Applicants are awarded merit-based scholarships based on their qualifying degree/exam grades:

Entrance Exams

·   Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT)

·   Birla Institute of Technical Science Higher Degree (BITS-HD)

·   Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)

·   Common Admission Test (CAT)

·    Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT)

Why to get admission in BITS Pilani?

Range of Courses: BITS Pilani's academic system is divided into three levels: first degrees, master's degrees, and doctoral degrees. The institution provides over 35 courses through these degrees, including BE/BTech, BPharm, MTech, MPharm, MBA, MSc, and PhD. For admission to these programmes, BITS Pilani administers its own examination. The BTech is the flagship degree programme of BITS Pilani which is offered in Computer Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering. Off-campus Work Integrated Learning Programs are also available at BITS Pilani (WILP). The sessions are intended for working professionals and organisations that want to learn about industry practices.

Rankings:

·   Ranked # 1001-1200 among Best Universities in the World by QS World Rankings, 2023

·   Ranked # 801-1000 among Best Universities in the World by THE World University Rankings, 2022

·   Ranked #351-400 among Best Universities in Asia by THE Asia University Rankings, 2022

·   Ranked # 194 Best Universities in Asia by QS Asia University Rankings, 2021

·   Ranked # 29 for Engineering by NIRF, 2022

·   Ranked #22 Overall India University by NIRF, 2022

·   Ranked #10 for MBA by Outlook-ICARE, 2021

·   Ranked #1 among Top Pvt. Engineering College in India by India Today, 2021 

·   Ranked #7 among Top Engineering Colleges India by The Week, 2021 

Placements: BITS Pilani has a placement committee to help final-year students with their placement. Personality development training, soft-skills training, aptitude training, group talks, mock interviews, and other activities are provided. In comparison to the previous year, the highest remuneration at BITS Pilani Placements 2023 grew by 35%, while the average salary increased by 31.5%. The placement effort involved 109 recruiters in total. For the BITS Pilani placement drive, recruiters from Bain & Company, Snapdeal, Techmojo, Slice, Reliance Jio, Pfizer, Paypal, Maruti Suzuki, Alphonso, and Goldman Sachs, to mention a few, have visited the campus.

·   Number of Companies Visited: 109

·   Highest CTC: INR 60 Lakhs

·   Average CTC: INR 30.37 Lakhs

Facilities: Boys hostel, girls hostel, library, sports, gym, swimming pool, canteen, auditorium, medical/hospital, IT infrastructure, laboratories, and guest room are among the BITS Pilani facilities. The institute features on-campus guest accommodations with all of the necessities. Outstation students are provided with decent lodging in hostels. The ente campus now has free Wi-Fi. A distinct sports department is available at BITS Pilani. Chess, carrom, badminton, table tennis, hockey, cricket, basketball, football, and other indoor and outdoor activities are available at the department. On-campus amenities include a gym, a swimming pool, and a medical centre. The swimming pool hosts a variety of water-related events and contests. All computer labs are outfitted with cutting-edge PCs that are linked through LAN. a large auditorium that can hold a large audience. A vast amount of resources are available in the institute library to support teaching and learning activities of the faculty members and the students.

International Collaborations: BITS Pilani has a strong focus on international collaborations and partnerships, which provides its students with access to global resources and exposure to diverse cultures. Some of its notable international collaborations are:

1.   Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): BITS Pilani has a partnership with MIT that enables students from both institutes to undertake research projects, exchange programs, and joint degree programs.

2.   Technical University of Munich (TUM): BITS Pilani has a strategic partnership with TUM, which focuses on collaborative research projects, joint academic programs, and faculty and student exchanges.

3.   University of California, Berkeley: BITS Pilani has a partnership with UC Berkeley, which focuses on student and faculty exchanges, collaborative research projects, and joint academic programs.

4.   Purdue University: BITS Pilani has a partnership with Purdue University, which includes student exchanges, research collaborations, and joint academic programs.

Some of the other institutions with which BITS Pilani has a tie-up are listed as follows:

·   Carleton University

·   University of Illinois

·   Texas A&M University

·   Trinity College Dublin

·   University of Tartu, Estonia

·   International Water Association (IWA), London

·   Norwegian University of Science and Technology

·   Technical University of Braunschweig

·   Cardiff University

·   University College Dublin

·   Politecnico di Milano University

·   University of Porto

·   And many more..

Career Opportunities

·   Software Engineer

·   Data Scientist

·   AI & ML Engineer

·   Data Engineer

·   Chemical Engineer

·   Business Analyst

·   Electronics Engineer

·   Civil Engineer

·   Manufacturing Engineer

·   Mechanical Engineer

·   VLSI & Embedded System Engineer

·   Biotechnologist

·   Pharmacologist

·   Pharmaceutical Chemist

·   Teacher or Professor

·   Researcher or Scientist

·   And many more…

Location Perks

Pilani is a small town with a tranquil atmosphere. The campus is positioned away from the hustle and bustle of big cities, making it a peaceful place to study. The cost of living in Pilani is lower than in other major cities in India, making it easier for students to budget. Pilani is close to various tourist attractions, including the painted havelis of the Shekhawati region, Jhunjhunu, Churu, and the famed Thar desert. While studying at Bits Pilani, students can take weekend vacations to these locations and experience them.The nearest railway station is Chirawa Railway Station which is located 17.7 kms from the campus and the Bhiwani Airport is the nearest airport which is 103 km away from the campus.

FAQs

Ques. How is the campus life at BITS Pilani? 

Being a student at BITS Pilani will allow you to live an incredible life because the institute promotes a study-cum-play environment on campus. BITS Pilani provides numerous wonderful options for its students in sports, academics, cultural events, and other student-friendly activities.

Ques. What is the average BITS Pilani CSE package?

According to BITS Pilani's most recent placement reports, students pursuing B.E./B.Tech programmes in the CSE branch may expect an average package of INR 17-18 LPA from major IT organisations in India and internationally, with the maximum placement package reaching INR 1.5 crores.

Ques. What are the annual fees for BE at BITS Pilani?

The first and second semesters of the BTech/BE degree at BITS Pilani cost roughly INR 2.18 lakhs. In addition, students must pay an admission fee of INR 48,100. The total fees for the first year of the BE programme are around INR 5,13,000