

Overview
BITS Pilani Overview
Established in 1964, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (commonly known as BITS Pilani), is a private deemed university located in Pilani, Rajasthan, India. BITS Pilani has additional campuses in Goa, Hyderabad, and Dubai. The institution is accredited by NAAC with an 'A' grade and is approved by the UGC. Internationally, BITS Pilani is ranked 801-850 by the QS World University Rankings 2025 in the 'World University' category. In the NIRF 2023 Rankings, it is ranked 20th in the 'University' category and 25th in 'Engineering.' The university offers UG, PG, and PhD courses across various streams including Pharmacy, Management, and Engineering through its 13 departments.
The Aditya Birla Group supports BITS Pilani, which was one of the first six institutions to receive the title of Institute of Eminence in 2018. Admissions are conducted solely through BITSAT (BITS Admission Test), a nationwide computerized entrance exam. Key highlights of BITS Pilani are summarized below:
Particulars | Statistics |
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Established | 1964 |
Ownership | Deemed University |
Campus Size | 328 acres |
Top Accreditations | NAAC with an 'A' Grade |
Recognized by | UGC |
NIRF Rankings 2023 | - 3rd in Pharmacy - 20th in University - 25th in Engineering |
Flagship Courses | BE/BTech, ME/MTech |