Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT) announces Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 for Admission to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Program, Apply now
CUSAT CAT 2024 – Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT), Kerala will conduct Common Admission Test (CAT) for admission into all Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programs for the academic year 2024-25. Cochin University of Science & Technology was initially constituted as University of Cochin through an Act of the Government of Kerala on 10th July 1971. All the Academic Programmes of CUSAT are approved by UGC/AICTE
Course Offered
Programs offered for 10 + 2 qualified candidates
- B.Tech. Programmes (Regular) (8 Semesters) : Civil Engineering / Computer Science & Engineering/ Electrical & Electronics Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering/ Information Technology/ Mechanical Engineering/ Safety and Fire Engineering/ Marine Engineering/ Naval Architecture and Ship Building/ Polymer Science & Engineering/ Instrumentation and Control Engineering
- M.Sc. Integrated Programmes : M.Sc. (Five Year Integrated) in Photonics /Five Year Integrated M.Sc. in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)/ 5 – Year Integrated M. Sc. in Biological Sciences/ 5 – Year Integrated M. Sc. in Chemistry/ 5 – Year Integrated M. Sc. in Mathematics / 5 – Year Integrated M. Sc. in Statistics/ 5 – Year Integrated M. Sc. in Physics
- Law Programmes : Five year BBA LL.B (H) Programme / Five year B.Com. LL.B (H) Programme/ Five year B.Sc. Computer Science, LL.B (H) Programme
- B.Voc. – Three Year Degree Programme in Business Process and Data Analytics
Programmes offered for candidates with 3 Year Engineering Diploma
- Lateral Entry to 3rd semester of B.Tech. Programme : Civil Engineering/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Electrical & Electronics Engineering/ Electronics & Communication Engineering /Information Technology/ Mechanical Engineering/ Safety and Fire Engineering/ Polymer Science & Engineering/ Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Programmes offered for candidates with Graduate Degree
- M.Sc. Mathematics / M.Sc. Physics/ M.Sc. Chemistry/ M.Sc. Statistics/ M.Sc. Computer Science with specialization in Artificial Intelligence/ M.Sc. Computer Science with specialization in Data Science/ M.Sc. Forensic Science/ M.Sc. Electronic Science/ M.Sc. Hydrochemistry/ M.Sc. Oceanography/ M.Sc. Marine Geology/ M.Sc. Marine Geophysics/ M.Sc. Meteorology/ M.Sc. Environmental Science and Technology/ M.Sc. Biotechnology/ M.Sc. Microbiology/ M.Sc. Marine Genomics/ M.Sc. Marine Biology/ M.Sc. Industrial Fisheries/ M.Sc. in Econometrics and Financial Technology
- M.FSc. Seafood Safety and Trade
- M.Voc. programme in Software Application Development
- M.Voc. programme in Consultancy Management
- Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
- MA Applied Economics /MA Hindi Language and Literature
- MBA (Full Time / Part Time)
- Three-year LL. B (Academic Programme w.e.f 2020 admission onwards)
- LL.M. (Two year)/ Two Year LL.M. (IPR)
- LL.M. (IP) Ph.D. (5-year Integrated Programme)
- LL.M. (IPR) Ph.D. (5-year Integrated Programme)
- Masters in Bioethics
Post Graduate Programmes in Engineering (M.Tech.)
- M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence)/ M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Software Engineering)/ M.Tech. in Computer Aided Structural Analysis and Design/ M.Tech. in VLSI and Embedded Systems/ M.Tech. in Microwave & Communication Engineering/ M.Tech. in Polymer Technology/ M.Tech. in Opto-Electronics and Laser Technology/ M.Tech. in Data Science and Analytics/ M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Cyber Security/ M.Tech. in Information Technology with specialization in Business Analytics and Intelligence/ M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering)/ M.Tech. in Industrial Safety (Health Safety and Environment Management)/ M.Tech. programme in Geotechnical Engineering/ M.Tech. programme in Structural Engineering/ M.Tech. in Instrumentation Technology/ M.Tech. in Marine Biotechnology
Programmes after Post Graduation
Programme after Ph.D.
- Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF)
Diploma / Certificate / Short Term Online Programmes
- Certificate Programme in French (1 Year evening part time)
- Certificate Programme in German (1 Year evening part time)
- P.G. Diploma in Communicative English (1 Year evening part time)
- Integrated Diploma in Japanese (1 Year evening part time)
- P.G. Diploma in Translation, Journalism and Computing (Hindi <-> English) (1 Year)
- P.G. Diploma in Academic Writing (1 year)
- P.G. Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights (1 Year)/ Short Term online Programmes in Communicative English , French , German, Japanese & Arabic
- Certificate Course in Communicative Hindi (3 Months)
- Advanced Certificate Programme in Medical Law, Clinical Research and Bio Ethics
- Certificate Programme in Basics of Litigation and Art of Advocacy in India (3 months)
Important Dates
- Online Registration and fee payment for CAT (All PG and UG Programmes) : 27/01/2024 to 26/02/2024
- Online registration to M.Tech. programmes/ Online Registration for seats reserved for International Candidates/ Issuance and receipt of applications for Ph.D., PDF, Certificate/ Diploma Programmes etc., from the Department / Schools / Centres concerned : 27/01/2024 to 31/05/2024
- Downloading of Admit Cards : 01/05/2024 to 12/05/2024
- Computer Based Test (CBT) will be conducted on 10th, 11th and 12th May 2024 tentatively
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum Basic Requirements for applying to each Program:
- Candidates belonging to Kerala Scheduled Caste (KSC) and Kerala Scheduled Tribe (KST) communities are eligible for applying, if they have minimum pass marks in the qualifying exam except for Marine Engg.
- For all Undergraduate Programs (except Marine Engg) the minimum eligibility for SEBC candidates of Kerala State with Non-Creamy Layer Status to be considered under reservation quota for admission to B.Tech is 45% for Mathematics and 45% for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together in the qualifying exam.
- In the case of Post Graduate programs, SEBC candidates of Kerala State with Non-Creamy Layer Status are eligible for 5% relaxation in the minimum required marks for qualifying exam unless otherwise specified.
- Candidates with valid GATE score are eligible for 5% relaxation in the qualifying exam marks for M.Tech Programs.
Admission through CAT 2024
UG Degree Programs offered and Eligibility :
- For B.Tech in Civil Engg, Computer Science & Engg, Electrical & Electronics Engg, Electronics & Communication Engg, Information Technology, Mechanical Engg, and Safety & Fire Engg, B.Tech in Polymer Science & Engineering & Five Year Integrated M.Sc in Photonics
- Pass in plus-two examination of the state of Kerala or any other exam accepted as equivalent thereto with mathematics, physics and chemistry as optional subjects securing a minimum of 50% marks in mathematics and 50% marks in mathematics, physics and chemistry put together.
For B.Tech in Instrumentation Technology:
- Pass in plus-two exam of the state of Kerala or any other exam accepted as equivalent thereto with mathematics, physics and chemistry as optional subjects securing a minimum of 60% marks in mathematics, physics and chemistry put together, with at least 55% in mathematics separately.
For B.Tech in Marine Engg (Residential Program) :
- Pass in plus-two exam of the state of Kerala or any other exam accepted as equivalent thereto with physics, chemistry, mathematics and English as separate subjects with a PCM average of not less than 60% marks & minimum 50% for mathematics alone; candidates should have obtained 50% marks in English at 10th or 12th standards.
For B.Tech in Naval Architecture & Ship Building :
- Pass in plus-two exam of the state of Kerala or any other exam accepted as equivalent thereto with a First Class (60%) securing a minimum of 50% marks in mathematics as well as for mathematics, physics and chemistry put together.
For 5 Year BBA LL.B (Hons) (Cost sharing) :
- Pass in Plus 2 exam with 60% marks in Science/Commerce group or 55% marks in Arts/Humanities; ii) Candidates should not have completed 20 years of age on July 1st of the year of admission; 22 years in the case of SC/ST and OBC candidates.
For 5 Year B.Com LL.B (Hons) (Cost sharing) :
- Pass in Plus 2 exam with 60% marks in Science group or 55% marks in Commerce/Arts/Humanities; ii) Candidates should not have completed 20 years of age on July 1st of the year of admission. 22 years in the case of SC/ST & OBC candidates.
- Students who have taken their 10+2 or degree through distance or correspondence method are eligible to apply for BBA LLB and B.Com LLB (Hons), whereas those who passed the course through Open University Scheme without any basic qualifications are ineligible for admission to this course.
- Note: SC/ST candidates are eligible for admission if they have pass marks in qualifying exam except for B.Tech in Marine Engg; ii) SEBC Candidates are eligible for a 5% relaxation in marks (Under Graduate Programs) except for B.Tech in Marine Engg
Post Graduate Programs offered and Eligibility :
For 3 year LLB :
- Pass in Bachelors degree with not less than 40% marks in the aggregate in any discipline of a University recognized by CUSAT (35% for SC/ST candidates)
- Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying exam may also apply, in anticipation of results; however, the mark lists obtained in the qualifying exam should be produced at the time of admission; those who fail to produce mark lists will not be considered for admission.
- LL.M (2 years) – Bachelor’s degree in Law with at least 45% marks.
For LLM (1 year) (with Intellectual Property Rights specialization) :
- Candidates shall have a bachelor’s degree in law (law degree not mandatory for foreign students) with 55% marks from any of the Universities of Kerala or an exam in any other University accepted by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto, and to have obtained rank in the CAT conducted by the University.
For LLM (IPR), PHD (5-year Integrated Program)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law with 55% from any of the Universities in Kerala or an exam of any other University accepted by the University as equivalent thereto and should have obtained rank in CAT conducted by the University. SC/ST candidates are eligible for concession admissible under the orders of the Govt.
For M.A. Hindi Language & Literature:
- B.A/B.Sc degree with Hindi as a subject of study with at least 45% marks in Hindi
For MBA (Full-time):
- Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate
For MBA (Part-time):
- Bachelor’s degree in any subject with 50% marks in aggregate;
- 50% of the seats are reserved for candidates having 3 years of supervisory/executive experience after taking the degree;
For MBA (Travel & Tourism):
- Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
For MBA (International Business):
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline recognized by the University with 50% marks in aggregate.
For MA Applied Economics:
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics with 55% marks in Part III (Economics and Subsidiaries) or 60% marks with B.Com., BBA, BBM with Economics as one of the subject or B.Sc Mathematics or Statistics with 65% marks.
For MCA (Regular and Cost Sharing):
- Any graduate with mathematics as one of the main or subsidiary subjects or graduate in Electronics /Computer Science/Computer Applications/Engg/Technology with aggregate 55% marks in all subjects other than Languages and Humanities.
For M.Sc Chemistry:
- B.Sc degree with Chemistry/Polymer Chemistry/Environmental Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry / Petrochemicals (main), with Mathematics as one of the subsidiary subjects with at least 55% marks in the main subject.
For M.Sc Biotechnology:
- Bachelor’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences including Agricultural and Medical Science or Chemical Science or Chemical Engg with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate.
For M.Sc in Biopolymer Science :
- B.Sc degree with Chemistry as one of the main or subsidiary subjects; the candidate should have passed the qualifying exam with a minimum of 50% marks in the main and subsidiary subjects taken together; the course is conducted by CIPET (Centre for Bio-Polymer Science & Technology, Eloor, Kochi) in collaboration with CUSAT.
For M.Sc Electronic Science (with specialization in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Microwave, Electronics and Computer Technology)
- First class B.Sc degree with not less than 60% aggregate marks in Electronics or Physics
For M.Sc Environmental Technology
- Stream I – Environmental Engg. – Graduate in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics as subsidiaries or Graduate in Engg. (Civil/Public Health/Environmental/Chemical) with 55% marks (50% in the case of SC/ST candidates) in optional subjects in the qualifying exam and a valid score in the CAT, conducted by the University
- Stream II – Environmental Biotechnology – Graduate in Life Sciences/ Environmental Science/ Zoology/ Botany/ Microbiology with 55% marks (50% in the case of SC/ST candidates) in optional subjects in the qualifying exam and a valid score in the CAT exam conducted by the University
For M.Sc Hydrochemistry:
- B.Sc degree in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics as subsidiaries or B.Sc. degree of any University in Kerala with Polymer Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry/Petrochemicals/Environment & Water Management as the main subject and Mathematics and Physics/Computer Science, as subsidiaries with a minimum of 55% marks in the respective main subject
For M.Sc Industrial Fisheries:
- Bachelor’s degree in Zoology/Botany/Fisheries with at least 55% marks in the optional subjects. Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries includes Industrial Fisheries/Aquaculture/Fishery Science/Industrial Fish and Fisheries/BFSc in Nautical science
For M.Sc Instrumentation:
- B.Sc degree in Instrumentation/Physics/Electronics with 60% marks from any recognized University
For M.Sc Marine Biology:
- B.Sc degree with any branch of Life Sciences such as Aquaculture, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Microbiology and Zoology as a main subject or B.Sc. degree in Fishery Science with at least 55% marks in the optional subjects
For M.Sc Marine Geology:
- B.Sc degree in Geology /Physics/Chemistry with at least 60% aggregate marks
For M.Sc Marine Geophysics:
- B.Sc degree in Geology or Physics with Mathematics as one of the subjects and at least 60% aggregate marks
For M.Sc Mathematics:
- B.Sc degree with Mathematics main, with at least 55% marks for optional subjects taken together.
For M.Sc Meteorology:
- B.Sc degree with Physics/Mathematics as the main subject with 55% marks. Those with Mathematics as the main subject should have studied Physics as one of the subsidiaries and vice-versa.
For M.Sc Oceanography:
- B.Sc degree with Physics/Mathematics as the main subject with 55% marks. Those with Mathematics as the main subject should have studied Physics as one of the subsidiaries and vice-versa.
For M.Sc Physics:
- B.Sc degree with Physics main and Mathematics as subsidiary with at least 55% marks in Physics.
For M.F.Sc Seafood Safety and Trade:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries/Food Technology/Food Science/Microbiology/Biochemistry/ Zoology with at least 55% marks in optional subjects.
- Candidates should have bachelor’s degree in Fisheries includes Industrial.
- Fisheries/Aquaculture/Fishery Science/Industrial Fish & Fisheries/B.F.Sc (Nautical Science) Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology/Food Science includes B.Tech/BE/B.Sc in Food Science and Technology/Food Science and Management/Food Science/Food Technology/Food processing Technology/Food Science and Quality Control
For M.Sc Statistics:
- B.Sc degree in Mathematics or Statistics main with at least 55% marks for optional subjects taken together.
Dual Degree Programs Offered & Eligibility
- For Master of Intellectual Property (MIP) & Ph.D : Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Economics, Political Science, History, Management and Science & Technology with 55% from any of the Universities in Kerala or an examination of any other University accepted by the University as equivalent thereto and should have obtained rank in CAT conducted by the University
For LL.M (IPR) Ph.D Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law with 55% from any of the Universities in Kerala or an exam of any other. University accepted by the University as equivalent thereto and should have obtained rank in CAT conducted by the University.
- Admission to M.Tech Programs & Eligibility
- Admissions to the following M.Tech Programs are based on valid GATE score as prescribed under the academic regulations specific to each program.
- Candidates not possessing GATE may also apply, but will be considered only if GATE qualified candidates are not available. In such cases, admissions will be based on the DAT conducted by the respective Departments
For M.Tech Atmospheric Science:
- M.Sc degree or its equivalent in Meteorology, Oceanography, Mathematics, Physics, and Space Physics with a First Class (60%) marks from any recognized University or Institution;
- A valid GATE score or a pass in the Joint UGC CSIR Test (NET) for JRF
- M.Tech Computer Aided Structural Analysis & Design:
- B.Tech or Equivalent degree in Naval Architecture and Ship building/Civil Engg/Mechanical Engg with a first class (60%) marks from any recognized University or Institution;
- A valid GATE score.
M.Tech Computer & Information Science:
- B.Tech or equivalent degree or AMIETE/AMIE in Computer Science/Information Technology or Electronics and Communication or MCA; with a first class (60% marks) applicable to all the above from any recognized University or Institution;
- A valid GATE score in the subject Computer Science and Information Technology.
M.Tech Software Engg:
- B.Tech or equivalent degree or AMIETE/AMIE in Computer Science/Information Technology or Electronics and Communication or MCA; with a first class (60% marks) applicable to all the above from any recognized University or Institution;
- A valid GATE score in the subject Computer Science and Information Technology
- M.Tech Computer Science with Specialization in Embedded Systems (Part-Time):
- First Class B.Tech degree in Computer Science & Engineering / Electronics Engg/Information Technology/Electrical Engg or equivalent branches or MCA with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA;
- Minimum of 1 year experience in Industry/University/Institution recognized by appropriate statutory bodies.
M.Tech Electronics (With specialization in Digital Electronics, Microwave & Radar Electronics):
- B.Tech or equivalent degree/AMIETE/AMIE in Electronics and Communication Engg/Electrical Engg/Electronics and Instrumentation or M.Sc degree in Electronics/Physics (with Electronics as specialization) with a first class (60%) marks from any recognized University or Institution.
- A valid GATE score in Electronics/Electronics and Communication Engineering. 3. If sufficient numbers of candidates are not available in Category 2 above, candidates with GATE score in Instrumentation, Electrical & Electronics Engg., Electrical Engg., or Physics will be considered. In the absence of GATE qualified candidates Non-GATE candidates can be admitted on the basis of DAT.
M.Tech Industrial Catalysis:
- M.Sc degree in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry or any other degree recognized as equivalent with at least a first class (60%) marks from any recognized University or Institution with valid GATE Score.
M Tech Marine Engineering:
- Shall have passed B.Tech /BE/BS Degree in Marine Engineering or B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or B Tech Degree in Naval Architecture & Ship Building with a minimum of 60% Marks or an Exam of any other University/Institution accepted by this University as Equivalent thereto with 60% marks.
- For admission to M.Tech Marine Engineering GATE score is not considered.
M.Tech Marine Biotechnology:
- B.Tech/ BE in Chemical Engg, Biochemical Engg, Industrial Biotechnology, Leather Biotechnology, Chemistry/Biotechnology, Biomedical Engg, B.Pharm, Chemical Technology or M.Sc in Biotechnology, Marine Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Botany/ Zoology/Biochemistry, Microbiology/ Genetics, Biophysics, Microbial Genetics and Bioinformatics, Marine Biology/Aquatic Biology and Fisheries/Environmental Biotechnology/Mariculture with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from any recognized Indian or Foreign University.
- For admission to M.Tech Marine Biotechnology GATE score is not considered. Selection of candidates is done by JNU on behalf of Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India.
M.Tech Ocean Technology:
- M.Sc Degree in Oceanography/Physics/Marine Geology/Meteorology/Marine Geophysics/ Environmental Sciences or M.Sc (Tech) degree in Marine Geophysics or B.Tech or equivalent degree /AMIE in Civil Engg/Environmental Sciences with 60% marks from any recognized University or Institution;
- A valid GATE score in any of the subjects mentioned above as the second paper
M.Tech Opto-Electronics & Laser Technology:
- Masters Degree in Physics/Electronics/Photonics/B.Tech or B.E Degree in Electronics and Communication Engg/Electronics Engg/Electrical and Electronics Engg with a First Class (60%) from any recognized University or Institution.
- A valid GATE score in the concerned branch of study (3) if sufficient numbers of candidates with GATE score in the concerned branch of study are not available, candidates with GATE score in Instrumentation will be considered; if sufficient numbers of GATE score holders are not available, a pass in DAT is sufficient.
M.Tech Polymer Technology:
- B.Tech or equivalent Degree/AMIE in Polymer Science and Rubber Technology/Chemical Engg/Technology or M.Sc Polymer Chemistry/M.Sc Chemistry with Polymer Chemistry as specialisation with a first class (60%) marks from any recognized University or Institution with a valid GATE score.
M.Tech. Civil Engineering with specialization in Geotechnical Engg
- Should have passed B.Tech/B.E/B.Sc Engineering Degree Exam in Civil Engineering with a minimum 60% marks from any University in Kerala or an exam of any other University/Institution accepted by this University as equivalent.
- In the absence of a sufficient number of candidates with GATE Score, candidates without GATE Score shall also be considered subject to passing an admission test conducted by the University (DAT).
M.Tech Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Thermal Engineering
- Should have passed B.Tech/B.E/B.Sc Engg Degree Exam in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks from any University in Kerala or an examination of any other University/institution accepted by this University as equivalent.
- Candidates who have passed sections A and B examinations conducted by the Institution of Engineers (India) – AMIE in Mechanical branch will be eligible.
- A valid GATE score in Mechanical Engineering.
M.Tech Electronics & Communication Engg with specialization in Wireless Technology
- Should have passed B.Tech/ B.E/B.Sc Engg Degrees in Electronics or Electrical and Electronics or Electronics & Communication branch with a minimum of 60% marks from any University of Kerala or an Exam of any other University/Institution accepted by this University as equivalent.
- A valid GATE Score. In the absence of GATE qualified candidates non GATE candidates can be admitted on the basis of a Departmental Admission Test (DAT).
M.Tech Information Technology with specialization in Software Systems
- Should have passed B.Tech/BE/B.Sc Engg Degrees in Information Technology/Computer Science & Engg/Computer Engg/Biomedical Engg/Electronics & Communication/Electronics/Electrical & Electronics with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA 6.5 in 10 point scale from any University of Kerala or an Exam of any other University/Institution accepted by this University as equivalent.
- A valid GATE Score. In the absence of GATE qualified candidates non GATE candidates can be admitted on the basis of a Departmental Admission Test (DAT).
M.Tech Health, Safety & Environment Management :
- Shall have passed B.Tech/BE/B.Sc Engineering Degree Exam in Chemical /Civil /Mechanical /Safety & Fire Engineering branches with a minimum of 60% marks from any University in Kerala or an Exam of any other University/Institution accepted by the University as equivalent.
- Candidates who have passed sessions A & B Exams conducted by the Institution of Engineers (India) – AMIE in Chemical/Civil/Mechanical branches or Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers – AMIIChE shall also the eligible.
- A valid GATE score. In the absence of a sufficient number of candidates with GATE score, candidates without GATE score.
- Open seats will be allotted on the basis of the score in the Departmental Admission Test, marks obtained in the qualifying exam and experience.
Lateral Entry to B.Tech Third Semester through LET:
- B.Tech in Civil Engg, Computer Science & Engg, Electrical & Electronics Engg, Electronics & Communication Engg., Information Technology, Instrumentation Technology, Mechanical Engg., Polymer Science & Engineering and Safety & Fire Engg.
- Any three year Diploma in Engineering/Technology awarded by the Board of Technical Education recognized by the Department of Technical Education, Government of Kerala with not less than 60% marks.
Admission through DAT 2024
Postgraduate Program offered & Eligibility
- M.A. Translation (German/Russian): Bachelor’s degree of any University recognized by CUSAT and Diploma level knowledge in the language concerned.
- Diploma /Certificate Programs (Part-Time) courses offered & Eligibility
Certificate courses in French/German/Japanese/Russian:
- Pass in pre degree / +2 or equivalent thereto of any University recognized by CUSAT. Previous knowledge of the language is not essential.
Integrated Diploma in French/German/Italian/Japanese/ Russian:
- Pass in +2 or equivalent. Previous knowledge in the language concerned is not essential.
Diploma in French/German/Japanese/Russian:
- Pass in Pre-Degree/plus- two or equivalent thereto of any University recognized by CUSAT. Previous knowledge of the language is not essential.
PG Diploma in Communicative English:
- Bachelor’s Degree holders of any University acceptable by CUSAT.
PG Diploma in Translation and Functional Hindi:
- Bachelor’s degree with Hindi as one of the subjects.
PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Laws:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Economics, Political Science, History, Management and Science & Technology/Engineering.
M.Phil Program (Full-Time) program offered & Eligibility
- M.Phil Chemistry, Commerce, Hindi, Physics and Mathematics: Master’s degree in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks.
- Phil. Applied Economics:
- Pass in Masters Degree exam in the subject concerned from any of the Universities approved by the UGC or an exam accepted by the Academic Council as equivalent thereto with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (or equivalent grade) in the exam
M.Phil Marine Chemistry:
- Master’s Degree in Hydrochemistry, Chemistry or any other branch of Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade.
M.Phil Fisheries Science:
- M.Sc Degree in Industrial Fisheries/Marine Biology/Zoology/Aquatic Biology and Fisheries/Fishery Biology and Aquaculture/Capture and Culture Fisheries/Aquaculture/M.F.Sc/M.Sc Applied Fisheries Processing or any other Post Graduate Degree in Fisheries and Allied subjects/Life Sciences/Biotechnology with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade.
M.Phil Life Sciences:
- Master’s degree in any branch of Life Sciences with 60% marks
PhD Programs
- PhD Programs are offered in all the teaching Departments/Schools and recognized Institutions of the University.
- Candidates are advised to ascertain the areas of research and the availability of vacancies from the Departments/Schools or Recognized Institutions beforehand. Candidates intending to do research in the Recognized Institutions of the University are to obtain application forms from the University Departments/Schools dealing with the discipline of their choice.
- University Depts/Schools where PhD/M.Phil Programs are offered:
- The University Departments/Schools located at the Thrikkakara Campus, Kochi-682024 are Applied Chemistry, Applied Economics, Biotechnology, Computer Applications, Computer Science, English and Foreign Languages, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Hindi, Instrumentation, Legal Studies, Centre for Intellectual Property Rights and Studies, Mathematics, Management Studies, Photonics, Physics, Polymer Science & Rubber Technology, School of Engineering, Ship Technology and Statistics.
Application Process
- Online applications shall be submitted only through the website & www.cusat.nic.in
- Online Registration for Academic Admission 2024-25 is a multi-step process.
- Before starting online registration read CAT – 2024 prospectus carefully.
Application Fee
- For candidates opting State Merit /All India Quota seats (other than NRI/ International / PIO / Children of Indian Gulf Workers) application fee to appear for a maximum of two test codes is Rs.1200 (Rupees One Thousand Two hundred only) and for Kerala SC/ Kerala ST candidates to appear for a maximum of two test codes is Rs.600/- (Rupees Six Hundred only) (regarding ‘Test Codes’ please refer to Chapter 10). For each additional test code Rs.500/- (Rupees Five Hundred only) for general candidates and Rs.250/- for KSC/KST candidates. Candidates applying for multiple M.Tech. and MBA programmes need to pay the application fees as given above and need not pay any additional Tests fees, as there is no CAT for these programmes.
- For seats reserved for International Candidates/PIO: US $ 110 (One Hundred and Ten US Dollars only)(Rs.9100/- for ICCR scholars).
- For candidates belonging to Children of Indian Gulf Workers (CGW) category: To appear for a maximum of two test codes is Rs.6200/- (Rupees Six Thousand Two Hundred only). In the case of CGW candidates belonging to KSC/KST to appear for a maximum of two test codes, the application fee will be Rs.5600/- (Rupees Five Thousand Six Hundred Only). For each additional test code Rs.500/- (Rupees Five Hundred only) for general candidates and Rs.250/- for KSC/KST candidates.
- For candidates (except CGW candidates) opting for NRI Seats (as per clause 7): additional Rs.5,000 (Rupees Five Thousand only) has to be paid in addition to the fees specified under clause 1. CGW candidates who wish to apply under NRI category need not pay any additional amount.
- For PhD Programmes: |1200/- (Rupees One thousand one hundred only) for all category of applicants except Kerala SC / Kerala ST and Rs.600 (Rupees Five hundred only) for Kerala SC/ST Candidates to be remitted by way of Demand Draft drawn in favour of The Registrar, CUSAT payable at Ernakulam and to be submitted to the respective Departments/Schools where the candidate intends to apply for PhD Programme to obtain the Application Forms.
- For Postdoctoral Fellowships, Diploma and Certificate Programmes: Rs. 150/- (Rupees One Hundred and Fifty only) and Rs. 50/- (Rupees fifty only) for Kerala SC/ST Candidates is to be remitted by way of Demand Draft drawn in favour of the Registrar, CUSAT payable at Ernakulam and the DD is to be submitted to the respective Departments/Schools where the candidate intends to apply for the Programme to obtain the Application Forms.
CUSAT CAT 2024 Exam Pattern
- The CUSAT 2024 will be held in online mode. Candidates can check the information about exam pattern of all the courses from below :
- Mode of Exam : Computer Based Test (CBT mode)
- Duration of Exam : The duration of the exam will be 3 hours
- Type of Question : Objective type questions
- Marking Scheme : +3 marks for every correct answer and -1 marks for every incorrect answer
- Subject wise syllabus available on website
For more details and apply, please visit the official website