About the university
BITS Pilani is one of India's leading private engineering institutions, founded in Pilani, Rajasthan, in 1964 and recognised as an Institution of Eminence. Its Dubai campus opened in 2000 in Dubai International Academic City and teaches the same B.E. curriculum, credit system and Practice School model as the Indian campuses.
The Dubai campus offers 14 B.E. programmes, including computer science, electronics and computer engineering, mathematics and computing, electrical and electronics, mechanical (with an aerospace specialisation), robotics and industrial automation, civil, chemical and biotechnology. It also runs M.E., MBA and PhD programmes.
Unlike the Indian campuses, admission to Dubai does not require BITSAT: students with 60% in Class 12 and 60% in the main science subjects can apply directly. A good BITSAT score still helps, because it brings first-year scholarships of 25–75%. Merit scholarships based on Class 12 marks range from 10% to 50%.
Tuition is AED 55,500 a year for 2026-27, and the campus has its own hostel (AED 15,500 a semester plus mess). For Indian families this is a way to get a BITS degree while living in Dubai, with Practice School internships in the UAE and India.
- Opened
- 2000 in Dubai; the parent Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani was founded in 1964
- Type
- Overseas campus of an Indian Institution of Eminence (deemed university)
- Location
- Dubai International Academic City
- B.E. tuition (2026-27)
- AED 55,500 a year (AED 27,750 per semester)
- Entrance test
- BITSAT is not compulsory for the Dubai campus, but a BITSAT score can earn a scholarship of up to 75%
- Eligibility
- 60% overall in Class 12 and 60% in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science (50% in each)
Rankings
QS World University Rankings (parent: BITS Pilani) 2027
=575 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
- Undergraduate
B.E. Electronics and Computer Engineering
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
- Undergraduate
B.E. Mathematics and Computing
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
- Undergraduate
B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
- Undergraduate
B.E. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
- Undergraduate
B.E. Robotics and Industrial Automation
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- AED 55,500
- Duration
- 4 years (Practice School or thesis option)
- Intakes
- August (first semester) and January (second semester)
- English
- IELTS/TOEFL needed only if your school was not English-medium
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AED) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. Computer Science | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
| B.E. Electronics and Computer Engineering | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
| B.E. Mathematics and Computing | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
| B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
| B.E. Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
| B.E. Mechanical Engineering | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
| B.E. Robotics and Industrial Automation | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
| B.E. Civil Engineering | 4 years (Practice School or thesis option) | AED 55,500 | ≈ ₹13.9 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus with similar universities in Dubai (UAE).
Scholarships
- B.E., first year
Merit scholarship on Class 12 marks
Value: 10% to 50% of first-year tuition
Eligibility: Board topper 50%; 95% and above 40%; 90–94.9% 25%; 80–89.9% 15%; 70–79.9% 10%.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - B.E., first year
BITSAT scholarship
Value: 25% to 75% of first-year tuition
Eligibility: BITSAT score above 260: 75%; 216–259: 50%; 175–215: 25%.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - B.E., after year 1
Continuing student scholarship
Value: 10% to 25% of semester tuition
Eligibility: CGPA above 9: 25%; 8.5–8.99: 15%; 8.0–8.49: 10%.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - B.E.
Sibling and sports concessions
Value: 25% for the second sibling; 20–50% for sports
Eligibility: Siblings enrolled at the same time; sports based on achievements. Combined scholarships cannot exceed 50% of a semester's tuition.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 (CBSE, ISC, state board, UAE MoE, A-levels, IB and others) with at least 60% overall.
- At least 60% aggregate in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science, with at least 50% in each.
- Biotechnology: candidates without Mathematics can apply with 60% in Physics, Biology and Chemistry; students without Chemistry or Mathematics take bridge courses.
- No entrance test is required; BITSAT scores are optional and used for scholarships.
- Apply online (application fee AED 220). For AY 2026-27 the first-semester deadline was 18 August 2026 and the second-semester deadline is 15 December 2026, with classes from 25 January 2027.
Postgraduate
- M.E. and MBA programmes have their own eligibility and fees; check the BITS Pilani Dubai admissions pages.
Documents
- Class 12 mark sheet
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Passport pages
- TOEFL/IELTS score (only if your school was not English-medium)
- BITSAT score card (optional, for scholarships)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| English test | Needed only for students from non-English-medium schools (TOEFL or IELTS). |
Accommodation and living costs
BITS Pilani Dubai has its own hostel with a mess; living there is optional. Fees below are for AY 2026-27.
| Item | In AED | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Hostel | AED 15,500per semester | ≈ ₹3.9 lakh |
| Mess | AED 4,500per semester | ≈ ₹1.1 lakh |
| Hostel facility fee | AED 850per semester | ≈ ₹21,250 |
| Hostel caution depositRefundable | AED 2,000one-off | ≈ ₹50,000 |
| Medical insurance | AED 3,250per year | ≈ ₹81,250 |
| Student visaRenewal AED 2,150 a year | AED 2,900one-off | ≈ ₹72,500 |
| Transport for day scholars (Dubai)Sharjah and Ajman AED 2,800 | AED 2,500per semester | ≈ ₹62,500 |
Campus and location
The campus is in Dubai International Academic City, with academic blocks, labs, a library, sports facilities and on-campus hostels.
- Same B.E. curriculum, credit system and Practice School model as BITS Pilani in India.
- Practice School placements give industry experience in the UAE and India.
- On-campus hostel and mess, plus transport for day scholars from Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
- Large Indian student community.
Careers and graduate outcomes
BITS Pilani Dubai graduates find jobs in the UAE (with an employer-sponsored employment visa), return to India, or go on to master's degrees abroad. Practice School placements help build a CV during the degree.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Parent university's QS World University Ranking 2027 | =575 | QS World University Rankings |
| B.E. tuition (2026-27) | AED 55,500 a year | BITS Pilani Dubai B.E. admissions |
| Maximum first-year scholarship with BITSAT | 75% of tuition | BITS Pilani Dubai B.E. admissions |
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FAQs
Do I need BITSAT for BITS Pilani Dubai?
No. BITSAT is not compulsory for the Dubai campus; admission is based on Class 12 marks. A BITSAT score can earn a first-year scholarship of 25–75%.
What marks do I need?
At least 60% overall in Class 12 and 60% in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science, with at least 50% in each subject.
How much does it cost?
B.E. tuition is AED 55,500 a year for 2026-27. The hostel is AED 15,500 a semester plus AED 4,500 for the mess. Add one-time fees, visa and insurance.
Can I join in January?
Yes. BITS Pilani Dubai admits students for the second semester too: for AY 2026-27 the deadline is 15 December 2026 and classes start on 25 January 2027.
Is it the same degree as BITS Pilani in India?
Students follow the same curriculum and receive a BITS Pilani degree.
Sources
- BITS Pilani Dubai: B.E. admissions (AY 2026-27) (opens in a new tab)
- BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (opens in a new tab)
- QS World University Rankings: BITS Pilani (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.bits-pilani.ac.in/dubai (opens in a new tab)
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