Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani Dubai admission process

Q. Is it hard to get admission into BITS Pilani Dubai?

Since the medium of instruction is English, admission to BITS Pilani Dubai is made easy for students from all over the world. The BITS Pilani Dubai follows an admissions policy based on the student’s academics and grades. Admission is based on the Grade 12 marks or its equivalent. There is no entrance test.

Q. Does  BITS Pilani Dubai give a conditional offer?

Yes,  BITS Pilani Dubai provides a conditional admission which is received in the student’s personal email.

Q. How Do I apply to BITS Pilani Dubai?

For Undergraduate & Post Graduate: Apply through the BITS Pilani Dubai’s website.

https://admission.bits-dubai.ac.ae/

Q. What are the eligibility requirements for admission to BITS Pilani Dubai?

The eligibility criteria include the following:

For Undergraduate:

1. The candidates must have obtained a minimum 60% overall aggregate* of marks in the qualifying examination and must have a minimum aggregate of 60% in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics subjects with at least 50% marks in each subject. However, for admission to B.E. Biotechnology, Candidates with Physics, Chemistry and Biology will also be accepted with a minimum aggregate of 60% in Physics, Chemistry & Biology subjects with at least 50% marks in each subject. If a Candidate has secured less than 50% marks in any one of these subjects - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology but meets the aggregate criteria mentioned above,  he/she may be considered for provisional admission. The admission will be confirmed only upon the successful completion of a remedial course in that subject with a minimum grade of 'C', offered by the institute preferably before the commencement of the first semester. If instead of marks any letter grades or GPA are awarded (or any other system of evaluation), their equivalences in marks will be decided by the Admissions Committee..
2. English is the medium of instruction, therefore good proficiency in English is essential for admission. Candidates who have completed their qualifying examination from Non-English medium must have secured a minimum TOEFL Score of 500 in paper based test or 61 in internet based test or have an IELTS Score of 5 or above. If necessary, they will also be assessed by a campus committee for English comprehension.

For Post Graduate:

A minimum aggregate of 60% in the qualifying degree as indicated below for each programme.

1. M.E. Design: B.E. / B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent
2. M.E. Electrical: B.E. / B.Tech. in EEE, E&I or ECE or its equivalent
3. M.E. Microelectronics: B.E. / B.Tech. in EEE/E&I/ECE/CS or M.Sc. Physics or its equivalent
4. M.E. Software Systems: B.E. / B.Tech. /M.Sc./M.C.A or equivalent
5. M.B.A. Programmes: B.E. / B.Tech. / Masters Degree in any discipline or its equivalent

Candidates who meet the above criteria will be required to appear and successfully clear the Aptitude test / Interview to qualify for admission.

Q. What are the IELTS requirements?

TOEFL/IELTS Score Report (For candidates from Non-English Medium Schools only).

Q. What are the documents needed for the applications to  BITS Pilani Dubai?

For Undergraduate Admission:

1. Copy of mark sheet of the Qualifying Examination, such as General Secondary Education Certificate of Ministry of Education, UAE or Senior School Certificate of CBSE, New Delhi, India or its equivalent.
2. Copy of the 10th Grade mark sheet.
3. Passport copy (first 3 pages and last page). Candidates, who do not possess valid Passport at the time of applying, must enclose a declaration along with the Application, that they will email the required Passport pages on or before the last date.
4. Candidates applying under the GCC category must submit the passport copy of the parent residing in the GCC country with valid Residence Visa Stamp.
5. TOEFL/IELTS Score Report (For candidates from Non-English Medium Schools only)
6. Application Fee AED 220 to be paid at the time of submission of application form.

For Post Graduate Admission:

1. Copy of 10th class mark sheet / certificate for date of birth .
2. Copy of the transcript and degree of Qualifying Examination,such as B.E / B.Tech or its equivalent. If the degree copy is not available, at the time of applying, fax /email this as soon as the same is available. If the transcript is not available, Mark sheets of all semesters / years of the qualifying degree should be submitted.
3. Copy of the ID for U.A.E Nationals. For candidates with other nationalities, passport copy (first 3 pages and last page), and U.A.E visa page if holding U.A.E. residence visa. Candidates, who do not possess a valid passport at the time of applying, must enclose a declaration along with the Application, that they will fax the required Passport pages on or before the last date.
4. TOEFL/IELTS Score Report (For candidates completing their qualifying degree in Non- English medium).
5. A 250 - word statement of purpose describing what you propose to achieve by doing this programme and your ultimate goal.
6. If you have given preference to M.E. Software Systems, give the details of the courses / projects done by you in the area of computers and software.
7. Application Fee AED 220 to be paid at the time of submission of application form

Q. What is the application fee at BITS Pilani Dubai?

The application fee is AED 220 for each application.

Q. How many intakes  BITS Pilani Dubai has?

All of the programmes have 2 intakes in  a year; September and January.

Q. How can I apply for bachelor courses at BITS Pilani Dubai?

The requirements are as follows. It may vary depending on the program.

1. Online application
2. Your grade 12 / equivalent results
3. Passport copy
4. Grade 10 results

Q. Does BITS Pilani Dubai require me to write a personal statement?

You are required to write an SOP for Higher Degree and PhD applications. It is NOT required for a First Degree(BE) programme.

Q. What do I include in my personal statement for BITS Pilani Dubai?

It should include what you have done, the skills and experience gained and how this links to the course you're applying for.

Q. What are the deadlines to apply for in BITS Pilani Dubai?

The last date for submitting the Application form is 12 July 2021 for candidates from all the countries. Applications received after the last date will be considered as Late Applications and will be accepted for admission based on merit and availability of seats.

Q. Does BITS Pilani Dubai programs have any international accreditations?

BITS Pilani Dubai Campus is licensed by the Dubai government's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and getting your degree attested by them would deem your qualification acceptable worldwide and also in  private and public companies in Dubai, as well as universities for higher education.