SAT for IIIT Hyderabad (DASA) & BITS Pilani (ISA) Admissions
If you are an NRI, OCI, PIO, or a child of an Indian worker in the Gulf (CIWG), the SAT can still be your golden ticket to top Indian institutes — but only through very specific routes:
✅ IIIT Hyderabad – under DASA scheme
✅ BITS Pilani – under ISA (International Student Admission) scheme
At EduQuest, we help students prepare for SAT strategically, boosting their scores and guiding them through these competitive admission processes.
IIIT Hyderabad (DASA) – SAT Admission Route
IIIT Hyderabad continues to accept SAT scores under its Direct Admissions for Students Abroad (DASA) scheme, even when most other NITs/IIITs have switched to JEE Main.
📌 Key Details:
- SAT Score Required: Minimum 1070/1600 (Math + ERW)
- Super-scoring Accepted: Best Math + ERW scores across multiple SAT attempts are considered
- Essay Section: Not required
- Deadline: SAT scores must be received by 31 May 2025
- College Board Code: 6997 (for sending official scores)
- Official Link: IIIT Hyderabad DASA Admissions
This makes SAT a very attractive option for international students targeting IIIT-H’s elite Computer Science and ECE programs.
BITS Pilani (ISA) – SAT-Based International Admissions
BITS Pilani offers a dedicated ISA (International Student Admission) channel for:
- Foreign Nationals
- PIO/OCI card holders
- Children of Indian workers in Gulf countries
📌 Key Details:
- Admission Criteria: SAT scores (Math + ERW only)
- No BITSAT Required: SAT completely replaces the entrance test
- Superscoring Allowed: Students can send their best section scores
- Campuses Covered: Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad
- Official Link: BITS Pilani ISA Admissions
This is an excellent alternative for those who want to avoid JEE/BITSAT and still secure a seat in one of India’s top private universities.
ISA vs DASA/CIWG – What’s the Difference?
Aspect | IIIT Hyderabad (DASA) | BITS Pilani (ISA) |
Scheme Name | DASA (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) | ISA (International Student Admission) |
Institutes Covered | Only IIIT Hyderabad | BITS Pilani (Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad) |
Eligibility | NRI, OCI, PIO, Foreign Nationals, CIWG | NRI, OCI, PIO, Foreign Nationals, Children of Gulf workers |
Exam Accepted | SAT (Math + ERW) | SAT (Math + ERW) |
Application Process | Centralized DASA Portal | Direct Application to BITS Pilani |
Special Note | CIWG students pay domestic-level tuition fees | Direct admission without BITSAT |
CIWG Clarification – 11th & 12th in India
A common question we get is:
“If a student has completed Class 11 & 12 in India, but their parent works in the Gulf, are they still eligible under CIWG?”
Answer: YES ✅ — as long as the parent has been working in a Gulf country and meets CIWG residency requirements, the student is still considered under CIWG quota and can apply via DASA.
Why Choose EduQuest for SAT & Admission Support
- Personalized SAT Coaching – One-on-one and small group sessions focused on Math & ERW
- Adaptive Practice & Super-Scoring Strategy – Maximize your score in fewer attempts
- Application Assistance – Guidance for IIIT-Hyderabad DASA portal & BITS Pilani ISA application
- Proven Track Record – Students admitted to IIIT-Hyderabad, BITS Pilani, NIT Trichy under international quotas
🚀 Get Started Early – Beat the Competition!
With seats limited under both DASA and ISA, high SAT scores are your best bet. EduQuest will help you achieve them.