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Updated On Date: Nov 25, 2025

KU CAT 2026 CUT OFF

The KU CAT 2026 cutoff marks are the minimum scores that candidates need to qualify to be eligible for admission to various programs through Kerala University. While the exact cutoffs for 2026 are to be officially announced post-exam, here is an overview based on previous years' trends and expert expectations:

KU CAT 2026 Expected Cutoff Overview

The overall cutoff percentile typically ranges from 50% to 60% for General category candidates, but this can vary by program and competition level.
Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) get relaxations, with cutoffs usually lower by 5-10 percentile points.
Cutoffs can fluctuate depending on the difficulty of the exam, number of applicants, and seat availability.

Factors Affecting Cutoff

Number of candidates and seat intake in particular courses.
Performance level of candidates in the exam.
Category-wise reservation and relaxation policies.
Popularity and demand for the program.

General Cutoff Insights

Category	Expected Cutoff Percentile Range
General (UR)	50-60%
OBC/EWS	45-55%
SC	40-50%
ST/PwD	35-45%

Program-specific Cutoffs

MBA and professional programs generally have higher cutoff percentiles (around 60%+ for general candidates).
Other PG courses may have slightly lower cutoff thresholds.

Candidates should aim to score well above these tentative cutoffs to secure admission to preferred courses.

For precise KU CAT 2026 cutoff updates, candidates must refer to Kerala University’s official announcements post result declaration.

KU CAT 2026 Cut Off FAQs

Q1. What is the KU CAT 2026 cutoff?

Ans. The KU CAT cutoff is the minimum percentile score or marks required by candidates to qualify for admissions through Kerala University’s Common Admission Test.

Q2. When will the KU CAT 2026 cutoff be announced?

Ans. Cutoffs are usually released along with or shortly after the KU CAT 2026 results by Kerala University’s official admission portal.

Q3. What factors influence KU CAT cutoff?

Ans. Cutoffs depend on the difficulty level of the exam, number of candidates, seat availability, reservation policies, and overall performance trends.

Q4. Is there a separate cutoff for different categories?

Ans. Yes, KU CAT has category-wise cutoffs with relaxed criteria for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates compared to the general category.

Q5. Can cutoff percentiles vary for different courses?

Ans. Yes, professional courses like MBA often have higher cutoff requirements than other postgraduate programs.

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