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The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) admissions portal (https://admissions.cusat.ac.in/) is the official online gateway for prospective students to apply for admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate, integrated, doctoral, and diploma programmes at CUSAT. The portal facilitates application submission, entrance test registration, payment of fees, and access to admission notifications and schedules. CUSAT is a public state university established by the Government of Kerala, offering high-quality education in science, engineering, technology, management, law, and other disciplines.

Programmes Offered

Through the CUSAT admissions portal, candidates can apply for a wide range of programmes, including:

Undergraduate Programmes

  • B.Tech in disciplines such as Civil, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Polymer Science & Engineering, Naval Architecture & Ship Building, and more.

Postgraduate Programmes

  • M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, MCA and other postgraduate programmes across science, technology, law, and management.

Integrated & Special Programmes

  • Integrated MSc and other five-year integrated programmes (e.g., in AI & Data Science) that combine undergraduate and postgraduate study.

Doctoral & Research Programmes

  • Ph.D. and PDF (Post-Doctoral Fellowship) programmes in various departments.

Diploma & Certificate Courses

  • Short-term and specialised programmes in emerging areas of study.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility requirements vary by programme category:

  • Undergraduate (B.Tech & Others): Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with relevant subjects (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics for engineering). Specific percentage criteria are set out in the prospectus.
  • Postgraduate (M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc, etc.): A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with minimum prescribed marks; postgraduate entrance test requirements may apply.
  • Ph.D / PDF Programmes: A master’s degree or equivalent with qualifying academic performance; some programmes may require national entrance scores or departmental tests.
  • Integrated Programmes: Qualifying marks in senior secondary examinations with performance in the CUSAT Common Admission Test (CAT) where applicable.

Important Dates

The admissions process at CUSAT follows an annual schedule, usually linked with the CUSAT Common Admission Test (CAT):

  • Registration Start: CUSAT CAT registration typically begins in early February.
  • Last Date to Apply (UG & PG): Traditionally around March 10 (extended to March 23), though deadlines can vary by year.
  • Additional Programmes (MBA, M.Tech, Ph.D, Diploma): Application windows may extend up to May 31 for certain programmes.
  • CUSAT CAT Exam Dates: Common Admission Test is usually conducted in May (e.g., May 10–12 for previous cycles).
  • Result / Rank List: Typically released a few weeks after the exam, often in June.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the CUSAT admissions portal: https://admissions.cusat.ac.in/.
  2. Review the admission notification and programme brochure for the specific course you wish to pursue.
  3. Register a new account on the portal and log in to begin the application.
  4. Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and contact details.
  5. Upload required documents (e.g., certificates, mark sheets, photograph, signature) as per the specifications.
  6. Pay the application fee online using the available payment methods.
  7. Submit the application and retain the confirmation/transaction receipt for future reference.

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