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BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus 2023 - Important Topics, Weightage, Preparation Tips, Books

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BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus 2023 will be released along with the official notification on the website of Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani. Candidates preparing for BITSAT 2023 must refer to the detailed and updated syllabus before starting with their preparations. BITSAT 2023 official notification is expected to release in the 2nd week of February 2023. Check BITSAT Syllabus 2023

  • According to students Mathematics section in BITSAT exam is considered to be the most difficult.
  • BITSAT Mathematics syllabus 2023 helps get a better idea about the subjects and topics that need to be prepared for the exam. Candidates can refer to the following to gather more facts related to the updated BITSAT Maths syllabus. Check BITSAT Exam Pattern 2023 
  • There has been no change in BITSAT Syllabus over the last few years. However any new change in BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus 2023 will be updated here. Check BITSAT 2023 Preparation Tips

BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus

BITSAT 2023 Mathematics Syllabus- Major Topics

Mathematics is considered as the complicated and lengthy section among the other sections asked in the BITSAT exam. But Maths is also considered as the most scoring section and one that separates the good students from the average ones. Maximum weightage, considering the previous year trends, is given to chapters like Application of Derivatives, Sequence, etc. Permutations and Combinations, as well as Matrices and Determinants, must be prepared well to score better in this section of BITSAT. Download BITSAT Practice Papers

List of Topics in the BITSAT 2023 Maths Syllabus

  • Algebra
  • Trigonometry
  • Two-dimensional Coordinate Geometry
  • Three-dimensional Coordinate Geometry
  • Differential calculus
  • Integral calculus
  • Ordinary Differential Equations
  • Probability
  • Vectors
  • Statistics
  • Linear Programming
  • Mathematical modeling

Division based on topics and subtopics in BITSAT Maths syllabus

Topics Subtopics
1. Algebra 1.1 Complex numbers, addition, multiplication, conjugation, etc.
1.2 Quadratic equations theory, quadratic equations in real and complex number systems and their solutions.
1.3 Arithmetic and geometric progressions, etc.
1.4 Logarithms and their properties.
1.5 Exponential series.
1.6 Permutations and combinations, Permutations as an arrangement and combination as selection, etc.
1.8 Matrices and determinants of order two or three, etc.
1.9 Sets, Relations and Functions, algebra of sets applications, equivalence relations, mappings, etc.
1.10 Maths reasoning and methods of proofs, acceptable statements.
1.11 Linear Inequalities, ways to solve linear inequalities in one variable
2. Trigonometry 2.1 Measurement of angles in radians and degrees, positive and negative angles, etc.
2.2 Solution of trigonometric equations.
2.3 Inverse trigonometric functions
3. Two-dimensional Coordinate Geometry 3.1 Cartesian coordinates, distance between two points, etc.
3.2 Straight lines and pairs of straight lines: Equation of straight lines in various forms, etc.
3.3 Circles: Equation of circle in standard form, parametric equations of a circle.
3.4 Conic sections: parabola, ellipse and hyperbola, their eccentricity, etc.
4. Three dimensional Coordinate Geometry 4.1 Coordinate axes and coordinate planes, distance between two points, section formula, etc.
4.2 Angle between two lines whose direction ratios are given, shortest distance between two lines.
4.3 Equation of a plane, distance of a point from a plane, etc.
5. Differential calculus 5.1 Domain and range of a real valued function, Limits and Continuity of the sum, etc.
5.2 Derivative of different types of functions, etc.
5.3 Geometric interpretation of derivative, Tangents and Normal.
5.4 Increasing and decreasing functions, Maxima and minima of a function.
5.5 Rolle’s Theorem, Mean Value Theorem and Intermediate Value Theorem
6. Integral calculus 6.1 Integration, indefinite integrals of standard functions.
6.2 Methods of integration: Integration by substitution, Integration by parts, etc.
6.3 Integrals and its properties, Fundamental Theorem of Integral Calculus, applications in finding
areas under simple curves.
6.4 Application of definite integrals to the determination of areas of regions bounded by simple curve
7. Ordinary Differential Equations 7.1 Order and degree of a differential equation, variables separable method.
7.2 Solution of homogeneous differential equations of first order and first degree
7.3 Linear first order differential equations
8. Probability 8.1 Various terminology in probability, axiomatic and other approaches of probability, addition and
multiplication rules of probability.
8.2 Conditional probability, total probability and Bayes theorem
8.3 Independent events
8.4 Discrete random variables and distributions with mean and variance.
9. Vectors 9.1 Direction ratio/cosines of vectors, addition of vectors, scalar multiplication, position vector of a point
dividing a line segment in a given ratio.
9.2 Dot and cross products of two vectors, projection of a vector on a line.
9.3 Scalar triple products and their geometrical interpretations
10.Stats 10.1 Measures of dispersion
10.2 Analysis of frequency distributions with equal means but different variances
11. Linear Programming 11.1 Various terminology and formulation of linear Programming
11.2 Linear Programming and its solution, feasible and infeasible regions, feasible and infeasible solutions, optimal feasible solutions.
12. Maths modelling 12.1 Formulation of simple real life problem, solution using matrices, calculus and linear programming.

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BITSAT Mathematics Weightage of Topics

BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus 2023- Topic Wise Weightage

Maths Weightage Maths Weightage
Circles 4-5 Matrices Determinants 3-4
Straight Lines & Pair of Straight lines 2-3 Application of Derivatives 6-7
Continuity & Differentiability 2-3 Permutations & Combinations 4-5
Theory of Equation 2-3 Parabola 3-4
Binomial Theorem 2-3 Sequence & Series 4-5
Sets, Relations & Functions 2-3 Inverse Trigonometry 1
Properties of Triangles 1 Limits & Differential Coefficient 2-3
Trigonometric Ratios & Identities 2 Statistics 1
Trigonometric Equations 2 Complex Numbers 1
Probability 2 - -

BITSAT Mathematics Previous Year Paper Analysis

BITSAT Mathematics Paper Analysis

Reviewing previous year’s BITSAT Paper Analysis is essential as it presents an accurate idea about the difficulty level of the questions asked in the paper. Considering the same, candidates can prepare their strategy accordingly. After the conclusion of BITSAT 2023, Analysis of Mathematics section will be updated here.

Based on the experience of some students who took BITSAT in the past, we have presented the analysis of the maths paper.

BITSAT 2021 Maths Paper Analysis

Based on the feedback shared by the candidates who took the exam in the past, we have presented an analysis below. Most of the questions in BITSAT 2021 were from NCERT textbooks and the difficulty level of the examination was moderate and lengthy.

  • The exam was moderately difficult and also lengthy
  • Difficulty level of BITSAT was moderate and length as compared to JEE Main 2021 
  • The Mathematics section in some papers made the exam lengthy and time consuming

BITSAT Mathematics Sample Questions

BITSAT Mathematics Sample Questions

BITSAT previous year question papers assist candidates during their exam preparation as they get detailed information about the kind of questions asked in the exam. BITSAT questions of previous year help candidates understand the exam pattern and the level of difficulty of BITSAT. Below we have provided some of the questions and their answers that were asked in previous years.

  1. If the point (1, 4) comes inside the circle x2 + y2– 6x – 10y + p = 0 and the circle don’t touch and don’t intersect the coordinate axes, then
    1. 0 < p < 39
    2. 25 < p < 29
    3. 9 < p < 25
    4. 9 < p < 29

The correct option is B

  1. A student is permitted to choose utmost n books from a collection of (2n + 1) books. In case the total methods in which he is allowed to select one book is 63, what will be value of n is
    1. 2
    2. 3
    3. 4
    4. None of these

The correct option is B

  1. If the beneath numbers are written again by interchanging the digits in ten’s place and hundreds place and then arranged in the descending order. What will be the second digit of the newly formed fifth number from your right? 479, 736, 895, 978, 389, 675
    1. 3
    2. 4
    3. 5
    4. 6

The correct option is C.

  1. P is 60 meter South-East of Q. R is 60 meter North-East of Q. what will be the direction of P ?
    1. North
    2. North-East
    3. South
    4. South-East

The correct option is A.

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BITSAT Mathematics Preparation Tips

BITSAT Mathematics Preparation Tips 2023

Candidates preparing for BITSAT 2023 must start preparing a well-planned preparation strategy, which can help them to get a good score in the exam. We have presented some of the useful BITSAT preparation tips and strategies that will help candidates ace their preparation.

Preparation Strategy for BITSAT 2023

  • Well-versed study plan- Planning is of utmost importance while preparing for competitive exams like BITSAT. Candidates must make a well-structured study schedule and adhere to the same throughout their preparation. Planning will be of no use in case it is not executed properly. Candidates preparing for BITSAT must remember that compromising with their studies midway will lower their chances of getting a seat in any of the BITS campuses.
  • Syllabus- Knowing the latest and updated syllabus is important. Make sure that you are studying all the topics and sub-topics, no topic must be left uncovered while preparing for BITSAT 2023. While preparing for the maths section, candidates must dedicate enough hours on each chapter. Topics like Circles, Calculus, and Trigonometry attract many questions, so focus on all these chapters as well.
  • Recommended books – You are suggested to refer to the best-recommended books that can boost your preparation level. Refer to the books suggested by the toppers. The books referred by BITSAT rank holders for the Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics sections help a lot while doing the preparations. Also thoroughly going through the class XIth and XIIth NCERT textbooks, and other study materials assist a lot.
  • Time Management – Candidates must know the skills to manage the available time in a more productive way. Managing your time to study all the sections is an art in which you need to be an expert. But make sure that you get enough time in between your studies to relax as well.
  • Revision – Post studying all the topics and sub topics in Maths, start revising till the time, all topics and concepts are at the fingertips. You can also do more mock tests as it helps a lot in judging your performance.
  • Stay motivated – You must stay motivated and stay away from distractions throughout the journey of the preparation for BITSAT 2023. Also, while preparing for the exam, take out some time to relax and indulge in your favorite activity. It will act as a stress buster and you will be able to start again with a free mind.

BITSAT Maths Books

Best Books for BITSAT Mathematics

Since BITSAT is of the 10+2 level, books oriented towards that standard would help with BITSAT 2023 preparations. Refer to the following books that can be helpful for covering BITSAT maths syllabus

Book Author/Publisher
Higher Algebra Hall Knight and Bernard
Integral Calculus  Arihant
Differential Calculus Arihant
Problems in Calculus in One Variable Algebra I.A. Maron
Class XI and XII Mathematics R.D. Sharma

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BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus FAQs

BITSAT Mathematics Syllabus 2023 FAQs

Ques. Can you tell some important topics in Maths in BITSAT 2023?

Ans.: Some of the important topics that must be prepared in order to get a good score in BITSAT 2023 maths section include Circles, Straight Lines, Pair of Straight Lines, Vectors, Continuity & Differentiability.

Ques. When must the preparation for BITSAT 2023 be started?

Ans.: You are advised to start your BITSAT 2023 maths preparation at least 4-5 months before the exam. In case you have made up your mind during your school days, understanding the concepts taught in class 11th and 12th standard will be of great help. BITSAT 2023 official notification is expected to be released in the 2nd week of February 2023.

Ques. What style of questions will come in BITSAT 2023? How can I prepare for them?

Ans.: All the questions asked in BITSAT 2023 will be MCQs. Candidates are advised to refer to the best recommended BITSAT books while preparing for the exam. Also, do more of last year’s papers as it helps judge your performance. NCERT books are also reccomeded to students for preparation of BITSAT.

Ques. Can I prepare for JEE Main as well while preparing for BITSAT 2023?

Ans.: In this regard, BITSAT 2023 syllabus is quite similar to the JEE Main paper since questions are asked from class 11 and 12 topics. But BITSAT syllabus is more concept oriented, so it is important to clear all the concepts while preparing for the exam.

Ques. Am I allowed to carry calculators inside BITSAT exam halls?

Ans.: No such device will be permitted inside BITSAT examination halls. You will get rough paper which can be used for doing the calculations. No log tables, digital calculators will be provided to the candidates inside the exam hall. In case candidates are found using these kinds of items, it might result in the cancellation of their candidature.

Ques. Will doing more mock tests for BITSAT 2023 help me?

Ans.: Yes, doing more BITSAT mock tests will help a lot while preparing for BITSAT 2023. You can get to know about your strengths and weaknesses by doing more mock tests. So do more mock tests and last year papers to polish up your performance.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

BITSAT 2023 : 4 answered questions

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Ques. Which is better: JEE or BITSAT?

● Top Answer By Tanvi Jaipuriar on 27 Feb 23

Comparing competitive exams or choosing one over the other is a very illogical thing to do. The entire agenda behind a competitive exam is to build your knowledge and test you on the basis of the same. So unless you defer from gaining the right set of knowledge, any competitive exam will bear the same result. I have a very effective technique to tackle this issue. Prepare in such a way that you are appearing for JEE Advanced. This is because the course and structure of Advanced are such that once you are ready to clear that, you can clear every other exam too. This means your focus will not be divided and all you can do is focus on one exam. Keep focusing on the preparation for JEE Advanced and when your BITSAT is around the corner start solving mock tests to improve your speed. Prepare additionally for English and Logical Reasoning questions. BITSAT focuses more on your speed than the clarity of your concepts. So a mere preparation of 3 months before BITSAT is more than enough provided that your concepts are clear from JEE Advanced preparation. So instead of choosing one single exam, prepare for JEE Advanced and target both as the future is unpredictable. ...Read more

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Ques. How much should I study to score 350+ in BITSAT?

● Top Answer By Anwita Mukharjee on 24 May 22

350+ in BITSAT is achievable if you are dedicated. You can read NCERT books and 11th and 12th textbooks to clear your concepts. Also, try to solve Arihant BITSAT books completely. To score well in BITSAT, you need to have good speed. Solve as many questions as you can to increase your speed. Aim to solve these questions within a minute. Practice different strategies for solving problems.  Take some mocks. You can benefit more by going through your class notes and memorizing formulae rather than buying many BITSAT specific books. ...Read more

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Ques. Which date should I chose for the BITSAT: before the JEE (Advanced) or after JEE (Advanced)?

● Top Answer By Saarthak Rai on 01 Feb 21

Many aspirants go through the same conflict. The preference depends on your career priorities and aim. Some points are discussed below which may be helpful in deciding.  If you are solely focused on JEE Advanced and have a decent score in JEE Main, then it is better to take the date after JEE Advanced. A good score in JEE Main will give you a backup and you can completely focus on JEE Advanced this way. If you didn’t do well in JEE Main and have lesser hope to score good marks, then you can take BITSAT before JEE Advanced. It is because delaying will increase the pressure. If your priority is BITSAT then it is better to be fully focused on this exam and go for the 3rd or 4th day of the exam. It will give you sufficient time to review the previous paper. If you are not sure about your preference then it will be better to attempt the exam prior to JEE Advance. For most exam aspirants, JEE Advanced is the dream from the beginning and it will be better to end the journey with your initial aim. Thus, you should choose the date as per your priority and comfort. Decide by judging your nervousness, preparation and then give priority to your choice....Read more

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Ques. Is the BITSAT or the JEE Main easy?

● Top Answer By Shubham Gupta on 02 Mar 23

JEE Mains and BITSAT both have similar levels of difficulty in terms of the types of questions they ask. However, JEE Mains questions may be a bit trickier, while BITSAT requires both accuracy and speed. To excel in BITSAT, you should work on improving your speed and accuracy. You may have had the same thoughts about which exam to take, and considering BITSAT. One helpful tool you can use to prepare for these exams is the Melvano app. By using this app, you can improve your speed and reinforce your concepts. Although the author of the statement eventually took JEE, they still recommend downloading the Melvano app to assist in your exam preparation....Read more

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