๐ Engineering & Science Entrance
CUSAT CAT 2026 OPEN
เดൊเด്เดിเตป เดฏൂเดฃിเดตേเดด്เดธിเดฑ്เดฑി เดเดซ് เดธเดฏเตปเดธ് เดเตปเดก് เดെเด്เดจോเดณเดിเดฏിเตฝ B.Tech, Integrated MSc, MCA, Law, Marine Engineering เดเตพเดช്เดชเดെ 40-เดฒเดงിเดം UG/PG เดช്เดฐോเด്เดฐാเดฎുเดเดณിเดฒേเด്เด് CUSAT CAT 2026 เดตเดดി เด
เดก്เดฎിเดทเตป เดฒเดญിเด്เดാം. NAAC A+ Grade, NIRF Rank 32 — เดേเดฐเดณเดค്เดคിเดฒെ เดเดฑ്เดฑเดตും เดฎിเดเด്เด เดธเตผเดต്เดตเดเดฒാเดถാเดฒเดเดณിเตฝ เดเดจ്เดจ്. เด
เดชേเด്เดท: January 27 – March 5, 2026.
Official Announcement — CUSAT Admissions Portal
CAT 2026 Registration is live at admissions.cusat.ac.in. Last date for UG/PG programmes: 5 March 2026. For M.Tech: 16 April 2026. For MBA: 30 April 2026. B.Tech exam scheduled for 10 May 2026.
Reg. Opens
27 Jan 2026
UG Last Date
5 Mar 2026
Exam Dates
9–11 May 2026
Exam Mode
CBT Online
Questions
225 MCQs
Campuses
3 (Kochi)
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UG Courses — CUSAT CAT 2026
40+ Programmes| Programme | Duration | Intake | Campus |
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| ๐ง B.TECH PROGRAMMES — Test Code 101 | |||
| B.Tech Computer Science & EngineeringAI & DS Variant | 4 Yrs | 143+60 | SOE + Kuttanad |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engg. | 4 Yrs | 90+60 | SOE + Kuttanad |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 4 Yrs | 90+60 | SOE + Kuttanad |
| B.Tech Information Technology | 4 Yrs | 90+60 | SOE + Kuttanad |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 4 Yrs | 90 | SOE |
| B.Tech Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 4 Yrs | 60+60 | SOE + Kuttanad |
| B.Tech Safety & Fire Engineering | 4 Yrs | 90 | SOE |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science NEW | 4 Yrs | 60 | SOE |
| B.Tech Naval Architecture & Ship Building | 4 Yrs | 44 | Dept. of Ship Technology |
| B.Tech Marine Engineering | 4 Yrs | 80 | KMSME |
| B.Tech Polymer Science & Engineering | 4 Yrs | 20 | Dept. Polymer Sci. |
| B.Tech Instrumentation & Control Engg. | 4 Yrs | 40 | Dept. Instrumentation |
| ๐ฌ 5-YEAR INTEGRATED MSc PROGRAMMES | |||
| Integrated M.Sc. Mathematics | 5 Yrs | 18 | Dept. of Mathematics |
| Integrated M.Sc. Physics | 5 Yrs | 18 | Dept. of Physics |
| Integrated M.Sc. Chemistry | 5 Yrs | 18 | Dept. of Applied Chemistry |
| Integrated M.Sc. Statistics | 5 Yrs | 15 | Dept. of Statistics |
| Integrated M.Sc. Photonics | 5 Yrs | 20 | International School of Photonics |
| Integrated M.Sc. Biological Sciences | 5 Yrs | 15 | Dept. of Biotechnology |
| Integrated M.Sc. Computer Science (AI & DS) NEW | 5 Yrs | 20 | Dept. of Computer Science |
| Integrated M.Sc. Econometrics & Data Science | 5 Yrs | 40 | Centre for Budget Studies |
| Integrated M.Sc. Environmental Science & Tech (Streams 1 & 2) | 5 Yrs | 12+12 | School of Env. Studies |
| 5-Year Integrated MCA | 5 Yrs | 60 | Dept. of Computer Applications |
| Integrated MA — Hindi Language & Literature | 5 Yrs | 30 | Dept. of Hindi |
| ⚖️ UG LAW PROGRAMMES | |||
| Five Year BBA LLB (Hons.) | 5 Yrs | 84 | School of Legal Studies |
| Five Year BCom LLB (Hons.) | 5 Yrs | 42 | School of Legal Studies |
| Five Year B.Sc LL.B (Hons.) — Computer Science | 5 Yrs | 25 | NR Madhava Menon Centre |
| ๐ OTHER UG PROGRAMMES | |||
| B.Voc (Hons.) Data Science & Analytics | 4 Yrs | 40 | DDU Kaushal Kendra |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry | 3 Yrs | 10% of branch strength | SOE / CUCEK / Dept. |
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Test Code 101 for All B.TechAll B.Tech programmes share a common entrance — Test Code 101 (Paper 1: Mathematics + Paper 2: Physics & Chemistry). A single exam score is used for all B.Tech admissions across all three CUSAT campuses.
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Important Dates — CAT 2026
Official๐ UG & Integrated Programmes
Registration Opens
27 January 2026
Last Date to Register (UG / PG / Integrated)
5 March 2026
Admit Card Release
May 2026 (announced on portal)
CUSAT CAT 2026 Exam (CBT Mode)
9, 10 & 11 May 2026
B.Tech Exam (Test Code 101)
10 May 2026
Result / Rank List Declaration
June 2026 (announced on portal)
Option Registration (Counselling)
After Result — Online
๐ M.Tech Programme
Last Date to Register
16 April 2026
Preference: GATE-qualified candidates
GATE Score Valid
๐ MBA Programme (SMS, CUSAT)
Last Date to Register
30 April 2026
Valid Scores Accepted
KMAT / CMAT / CAT (IIM)
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No Correction FacilityCUSAT does not provide a form correction facility. Incorrect or incomplete forms will be rejected. Fill all details carefully before final submission.
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Exam Pattern — CUSAT CAT 2026
Mode
CBT Online
Computer-Based Test
Questions
225 MCQs
Objective type
Duration
3 Hours
Per paper
Correct Answer
+3 Marks
Per question
Wrong Answer
−1 Mark
Negative marking
Total Marks
675
225 × 3
๐ Paper 1 — Mathematics (B.Tech)
Questions75 MCQs
Marks225 marks
SyllabusClass 11 & 12 Maths (NCERT)
Qualifying MarksMin. 50% in Maths
๐ Paper 2 — Physics & Chemistry (B.Tech)
Questions150 MCQs
Marks450 marks
SyllabusClass 11 & 12 (NCERT)
Split75 Physics + 75 Chemistry
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Syllabus BasisCUSAT CAT 2026 syllabus is based on Class 11 & 12 NCERT/Kerala State Board syllabus. No separate syllabus is published — plus two curriculum is the basis. Official mock tests are available on the admissions portal for practice.
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Eligibility Criteria — 2026
Programme-Wise1
B.Tech Programmes (All Branches)
- Passed or appearing in 10+2 / equivalent from any recognised board
- Compulsory subjects: Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics combined
- Minimum 50% marks in Mathematics separately
- Kerala SC/ST candidates: No minimum percentage — only pass required
- Age: Minimum 17 years | Maximum 25 years as on the date of admission
- For Marine Engineering: additional medical fitness requirements apply
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5-Year Integrated MSc Programmes (Maths / Physics / Chemistry / Statistics / Photonics)
- 10+2 or equivalent with Mathematics and Science subjects
- Minimum 50% marks in qualifying exam
- For M.Sc. Biological Sciences: 10+2 with Biology mandatory
- For M.Sc. Computer Science (AI & DS): 10+2 with Mathematics/Computer Science
3
5-Year Integrated MCA
10+2 or equivalent with Mathematics as a compulsory subject. Minimum 50% marks in qualifying exam. Appearing candidates also eligible to apply.
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5-Year Law Programmes (BBA LLB / BCom LLB / B.Sc LLB CS)
- 10+2 or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board
- Minimum 45% marks in qualifying exam (40% for SC/ST)
- Age: Below 20 years as on July 1, 2026 (22 years for SC/ST/OBC)
- For B.Sc LLB (CS): Mathematics or Computer Science in 10+2 preferred
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Nationality & Residency
Indian Nationals, NRIs, and Foreign Nationals are eligible. For B.Tech — Indian citizens only (State Quota requires Kerala domicile/nativity proof). NRI candidates have a separate fee structure and quota.
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M.Sc. Econometrics & Data Science / Environmental Science
10+2 with Mathematics/Statistics/Science subjects. Minimum 50% marks. Separate test codes apply. Check official prospectus for subject-specific eligibility.
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Seat Categories — B.Tech (Self-Financing)
50%
State Merit (SM)
Reserved for Keralites — lower fee rate
45%
All India Merit (AIM)
Open to all — Keralite & Non-Keralite
5%
NRI Quota
NRI / Foreign Nationals
๐ด Who is a "Keralite" for SM Seats?
- Candidate or their father/mother was born in Kerala
- Candidate has been a resident of Kerala for 5 years within any 12-year span
- Candidate completed schooling from Class 8 to 12 in Kerala
- Children of All India Service (AIS) officers allotted to Kerala circle
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Fee Advantage for KeralitesState Merit (SM) seats have significantly lower tuition fees compared to All India Merit (AIM) seats. Keralite candidates qualifying for SM seats benefit from subsidised fee structure throughout the programme.
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Application Fee — CAT 2026
| Category | Application Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (All India) | ₹ 1,500 | Per test code selected |
| Kerala SC / ST candidates | ₹ 700 | Concessional rate |
| NRI / International | Refer Prospectus | Separate fee structure |
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Payment & Centre SelectionFee is payable online via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. After successful payment, candidates can select their preferred exam city from available centres. Fee is non-refundable. Centre allotment is confirmed within 2 working days.
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CUSAT Campuses — 3 Locations
School of Engineering (SOE)
๐ Thrikkakara, Kochi (Main Campus)
CUCEK — Kuttanad Campus
๐ Pulincunnoo, Alappuzha
Kalamassery Campus (Depts.)
๐ Kalamassery, Ernakulam
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CUSAT Rankings & RecognitionCUSAT is a NAAC 'A+' Grade university ranked 32nd nationally in NIRF 2025. It is one of India's premier autonomous universities offering world-class engineering, science, and professional education at affordable fees.
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How to Apply — Step by Step
1
Register on the Portal
Visit admissions.cusat.ac.in → Click "APPLY HERE" → Enter name, date of birth, mobile & email → Verify OTP → Activate account via email link.
2
Fill Application Form
Login and fill personal, academic & category details. Select the course(s) you want to apply for — course selection cannot be changed later. Upload passport-size photo (10–500 KB, JPEG, 150×180 px) and signature (10–100 KB, JPEG, 130×57 px).
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Pay Application Fee
Pay online via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. After successful payment, the list of available exam centres appears — select your preferred centre immediately. Save the confirmation receipt.
4
Download Admit Card & Attend Exam
Admit card will be available in May 2026 on the admissions portal. Download using Registration Number and Date of Birth. Carry printout to exam hall. Exam is CBT — conducted at allotted centre on the specified date.
๐ Apply for CUSAT CAT 2026 Now
UG/PG Registration closes 5 March 2026 · Exam: 9–11 May 2026 (CBT)
⚠️ All information sourced from the official admissions.cusat.ac.in portal and CUSAT CAT 2026 Prospectus (January 2026). Dates, fees and eligibility are subject to revision by CUSAT — always verify on the official admissions portal before applying. CareerLokam provides this information for educational guidance only. Visit careerlokam.blogspot.com for more career updates.