Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS) today announced the commencement of admissions for the academic year 2025-2026. Over the years, HITS has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting meritorious students, and it has announced an extensive merit-based scholarship program worth Rs. 5 crores across various categories, reinforcing its dedication to inclusive education, sporting, and academic excellence.
The K.C.G. Verghese scholarship program includes a 100% tuition fee waiver for top rank holders of Plus 2/equivalent examinations. Additionally, a sports excellence scholarship is available to nurture athletic talent alongside academic growth, offering high-achieving athletes 100% tuition fee waivers, free accommodation, specialized training, and more. The program also provides dedicated scholarships for children of defense personnel and martyrs, specially-abled individuals, and top achievers in university entrance exams (HITSEEE and HITSCAT), who will benefit from comprehensive support and fee discounts.
HITSEEE and HITSCAT: Modes of Entrance Examinations
HITSEEE (HITS Engineering Entrance Examination) serves as a comprehensive assessment platform that evaluates talented applicants who will shape the future of Engineering & Technology, Architecture, and Design. The multiple-choice question format of the examination assesses candidates’ proficiency in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English, and General Awareness. This entrance examination helps shortlist and admit students with strong foundational knowledge and analytical capabilities. HITSEEE applications for B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Des., and M.Tech. Integrated Programs are live, and interested students can start registering online for the entrance examinations to join the prestigious Hindustan University.
HITSCAT (HITS Common Aptitude Test) provides a unified platform for prospective students applying for undergraduate programs outside of engineering. HITSCAT for Undergraduate Students from the School of Liberal and Creative Arts (SLiCA), School of Basic and Applied Sciences (SBAS), School of Management (SoM) BBA, School of Health Sciences (SoHS), and School of Law (SoL) – B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)/B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)/B.Sc. will be available from December 4, 2024.
HITS, a leading world-class institution has established a comprehensive itinerary to ensure a smooth admission process for aspiring students. Candidates can apply for admissions through its entrance examinations, HITSEEE and HITSCAT, with the last dates to apply being April 25, 2025, and May 14, 2025, respectively.
The entrance examinations for HITSEEE are scheduled for 28 April to 3 May, 2025, and counselling for students will take place from May 12 to May 19, 2025. Classes for Engineering, Architecture, and Design students will begin in July 2025.
For HITSCAT, the entrance examination has been planned to provide candidates ample preparation time while ensuring a seamless transition into their academic journey. The examination will be held from May 19 and 20, 2025, with a week-long counselling session from June 2 to June 9, 2025, helping students make informed decisions about their program selections and career paths. Classes for students in non-engineering programs will commence in July 2025.
This year, the university offers a hybrid mode of entrance examinations to cater to the diverse needs of students. Students can choose the mode that best suit their preferences and can opt to attend the entrance exams either at examination centers across India or online.
Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese, Chancellor of HITS, invited students to join a dynamic community of learners and expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “HITS has always been at the forefront of engineering, design, and architecture education. With an emphasis on industry-integrated programs and the introduction of AI-related engineering programs, we’re reinforcing our position as a leader in producing well-rounded engineers who understand their role in shaping a better future and making meaningful contributions to society.”
Extensive Scholarship Programs at HITS
The university offers an extensive scholarship program to support students from a range of backgrounds, underscoring its commitment to inclusive education and academic excellence. At the heart of this initiative is a robust K.C.G. Verghese merit-based scholarship program, providing significant discounts and waivers to students who excel academically in school, university, or entrance exams.
The program also includes special fee structures for the children of defence personnel and martyrs. Additionally, recognizing the unique challenges faced by specially-abled and economically disadvantaged students, the university provides targeted financial support for them. Female students benefit from dedicated programs aimed at encouraging women’s participation in higher education.
A sports excellence scholarship is also available to foster athletic talent alongside academic growth. High-achieving athletes receive fee waivers, free accommodation, specialized training, and more. This comprehensive scholarship initiative is designed to remove barriers to quality education, empowering students from all backgrounds to thrive and contribute meaningfully to both the university and the nation.
A world-class institution for higher education and a beacon for academic, sporting, and research excellence, HITS encourages candidates to complete their applications well before the deadline and to visit the campus to gain a better understanding of the programs and the university.
