BITSAT 2020 Syllabus: Section Wise Syllabus

Updated On - January 13th, 2020

Neha Rani

Exams Prep Master

BITSAT exam is conducted on the basis of NCERT syllabus for Class 11 and 12. The syllabus is a bit different for engineering and pharmacy programs.

We have a sample test demonstrating the features of the exam released to the registrants at the BITS admission website. Download Free BITSAT Sample Papers

​Highlights of BITSAT 2020 Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: Online (computer-based)
• Medium of Exam: English only
• Exam Duration: 3 hours
• Type of Ques.: Objective (MCQs) 
• Sections | Total Ques.: 4 | 150 
• Marking Scheme: +3 marks | -1 mark

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BITSAT 2020 : Syllabus Highlights

BITSAT 2020 Syllabus: Physics

Physics section is the toughest section as claimed by candidates appearing for the exam. Here are a few important key points about BITSAT 2020 Physics Syllabus:

There are a total of 40 MCQs in Physics section which carries 120 marks. Maximum weightage is given to Mechanical properties followed by Current Electricity as inferred by the previous year analysis. Less number of questions are asked from Kinematics, AC and Waves.

The following table depicts the approximate weightage of questions in BITSAT 2020 Physics:

Physics Sample Questions for BITSAT

Given below are few sample questions to aid the preparation of this section:

1. Which phenomenon explains the shifting of galaxies from each other?

(a) Red shiftc) Black hole

(b) white dwarf(d) Neutron star

2. Sound waves in air are always longitudinal because

(a) the density of air is very small(c) air does not have modulus of rigidity

(b) this is an inherent characteristics of sound waves in all media(d) air is a mixture of several gases

3. The equation of progressive wave is given by Y=sin[π(t/5-x/9) +π/6] cm. Which one of the following is correct?

(a)v= 5 cm/sec(c) A= 0.04 cm

(b) = 18 cm(d) f= 50 Hz

4. The acceleration due to gravity g and the mean density of earth are related by relation

(a) ρ =g÷G×4/3πRg^3(c) ρ= g÷G×3/4πRg^3

(b) ρ = g÷G×4/3πRg(d) none of these

5. The escape velocity of a particle does not depend upon

(a) mass of projectile (c) g

(b) radius of earth(d) none of these

6. Which of the quantities can be written in SI units as kg-m^2 A^–2 sec^–3?

(a) resistance(c) capacitance

(b) inductance(d) magnetic flux

BITSAT 2020 Syllabus : Chemistry

Most of the candidates consider Chemistry as the easy one. To help you out, here we are representing a table consists of BITSAT Syllabus for Chemistry with the approximate weightage of questions asked in the exam:

There are again 40 questions in Chemistry section from topics of NCERT Class XI and XII Science Syllabus. Basic Concepts of Chemistry and p Block elements hold the maximum weightage in the exam. Equilibrium and Adlehydes, Ketones and Carboxyclic Acids hold the similar weightage and are important topics in the exam. Topics from Physical Chemistry such as Solid State, States of Matter and Solutions hold less weightage in BITSAT.

Chemistry Sample Questions for BITSAT

Given below are few sample questions asked in Chemistry section of BITSAT:

1. Number of n electrons present in naphthalene is:

(a) 4(c) 10

(b) 6(d) 14

2.The low density of ice compared to water is due to:

(a) hydrogen bonding interactions(c) dipole-induced dipole interactions

(b) dibble-dipole interactions(d) induced dipole induced dipole interactions

3. A relation between vapour pressure and the temperature is known as:

(a) gas equation(c) Claussius equation

(b) Clapeyron equation(d) Claussius-Clapeyron equation

4. In a hydrogen atom, if the energy of an electron in the ground state is 13.6 eV, then that in the second excited state is:

(a) 1.51 eV(c) 6.04 eV

(b) 3.4 eV(d) 13.6 eV

5. Dacron is copolymer of:

(a) hexamethylene diamine and adipic acid(c) ethylene and phthalic acid

(b) ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid(d) styrene and 1, 3-butadiene

6. Neo-pentyl bromide on reaction with alc. KOH yields ______ as the major product.

(a) 2-Methyl-1-Butene(c) 2-2-Dimethyl-1-propanol

(b) 2-Methyl-2-Butene(d) 2-Methyl-2-Butanol

BITSAT Syllabus 2020: English & Logical Reasoning

BITSAT Syllabus Part 3 is divided into two sections, English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning. There are 10 and 15 questions based on Logical Reasoning and English Proficiency respectively.

English Proficiency

It is formulated to assess a candidate’s general proficiency in English, knowledge of Basic Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading and Comprehensive Ability, and also their skills in effective writing. BITSAT 2020 syllabus for English Proficiency is as follows:

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Logical Reasoning

• The test evaluates reasoning ability in verbal as well as nonverbal sectors.
• Candidates should be capable of thinking logically, analyzing the data accurately, comprehending relationships, detecting missing numbers or words, and applying rules to varied contexts.

BITSAT 2020 syllabus for Logical Reasoning is as follows:

BITSAT 2020 Syllabus : Maths

Mathematics is trickiest and can be predicted as the most lengthy section of all. Here is the detailed BITSAT syllabus for Maths including all the important topics:

• Highest weightage as inferred from previous year analysis is given to Application of Derivatives, Sequence and Series and Circles.
• Permutations and Combinations; Matrices and Determinants must be prepared well to score better in this section of BITSAT
• Complex Numbers, Statistics, Inverse Trignometry and Triangles need simple revision to score well.

BITSAT 2020 Syllabus : Biology

A total of 45 questions are asked from the Biology section. The following table represents BITSAT Syllabus for Biology along with the approximate weightage of questions asked in BITSAT.

• Reproduction and Biological Classification dominates the section with a maximum number of questions.
• Candidates must also focus on Biological Classification, Neural Control and Coordination, Photosynthesis, Microbes in Human Welfare and Chemical Coordination and Integration

BITSAT Preparation Books

There are a number of books available in the market to prepare for BITSAT exam. It is recommended to go through the syllabus and pattern of the exam at the onset of preparation. Here is a list of the most recommended BITSAT preparation books:

Upcoming Events:

• Registration for BITSAT 2020 has begun from January 11, 2020. Know more
• The exam will be conducted across 50 cities in India and one center in Dubai.Check BITSAT Exam Centers
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*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College