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Updated On Date: Nov 24, 2025

CUSAT CAT 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Before completing the CUSAT CAT application form, candidates must review the eligibility requirements. Online applications for exam are only accepted from qualified applicants. The eligibility requirements for each course are listed below.

Educational Qualification

For B.Tech courses, candidates must have passed the Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects.
Candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% marks in Mathematics individually and 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics combined.

Age Limit

For certain courses like Marine Engineering, the maximum age limit is 25 years as of September 1 of the admission year.
Age limits may vary by course; candidates must check the specific details in the official prospectus.

Nationality and Reservation

Indian Nationals, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), International candidates, and Children of Indian Gulf Workers are eligible to apply given they meet other criteria.
Kerala Scheduled Caste (KSC), Scheduled Tribe (KST), and SEBC candidates get eligibility relaxations like lower minimum marks or exemption from minimum marks for admission purposes.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must have valid physical and eye fitness certificates for certain courses, especially related to marine or technical disciplines.
Diploma holders can apply for lateral entry courses like B.Tech Lateral Entry.
For postgraduate or professional courses like LLB, candidates need a relevant undergraduate degree with minimum marks as prescribed.

CUSAT CAT Eligibility Criteria FAQs

Q1. What are the minimum educational qualifications for CUSAT CAT 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for B.Tech courses, typically with at least 50% marks in Mathematics and overall PCM aggregate.

Q2. Can diploma holders apply for CUSAT CAT 2026?

Ans. Diploma holders can apply for lateral entry programs such as B.Tech lateral entry, subject to course-specific guidelines.

Q3. Are NRIs and foreign nationals eligible for CUSAT CAT?

Ans. Yes, Indian Nationals, NRIs, Children of Indian Gulf Workers, and International candidates are eligible, provided they meet other admission criteria.

Q4. Are there relaxations for SC/ST and other reserved categories?

Ans. Yes, candidates from Kerala Scheduled Caste (KSC), Scheduled Tribe (KST), and Scheduled Economic Backward Classes (SEBC) have relaxations in minimum marks and eligibility conditions.

Q5. Are NRIs and foreign nationals eligible for CUSAT CAT?

Ans. Yes, Indian Nationals, NRIs, Children of Indian Gulf Workers, and International candidates are eligible, provided they meet other admission criteria.

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CUSAT CAT 2026 PREPARATION TIPS Preparing for the CUSAT CAT exam requires a focused strategy centered on understanding and mastering the Class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics syllabus. A thorough grasp of the official syllabus and exam...

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CUSAT CAT 2026 EXAM PATTERN

CUSAT CAT 2026 EXAM PATTERN The CUSAT CAT 2026 exam pattern will be available on the Cochin University of Science and Technology's (CUSAT) official website, admissions.cusat.ac.in. The length of the test, the amount of questions, the marking system,...

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CUSAT CAT 2026 APPLICATION FORM

CUSAT CAT 2026 APPLICATION FORM The CUSAT CAT 2026 Application Form is released online by the Cochin University of Science and Technology to enable eligible candidates to apply for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The application proc...

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CUSAT CAT 2026 COUNSELLING

CUSAT CAT 2026 COUNSELING The CUSAT CAT 2026 counseling process is an integral part of the admission cycle conducted by the Cochin University of Science and Technology after the declaration of the CAT results. It is expected to begin around June-Jul...

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