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Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) is a well-known educational and research institution in India. Applications are now open for various programs that offer quality education and excellent campus placement opportunities.  
Admission to most programs is based on the Common Entrance Test (CAT 2025) rank list. The courses will be conducted at the Thrikkakara Main Campus, Kuttanad Campus (Pulinkunnu), and Lakeside Campus. The university also offers PhD programs at its approved research centers.
Graduate Level/Integrated Programs

B.Tech (4 years):  
CUSAT offers B.Tech programs in various branches, including:  
- Civil Engineering  
- Mechanical Engineering  
- Computer Science and Engineering  
- Information Technology  
- Electronics and Communication Engineering  
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering  
- Instrumentation and Control Engineering  
- Naval Architecture and Shipbuilding  
- Marine Engineering  
- Polymer Science and Engineering  
- Safety and Fire Engineering  
Students applying for B.Tech must have studied Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in their higher secondary education.  
For Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture, diploma holders (3-year engineering diploma) are also eligible.  

Lateral Entry: Diploma holders can join B.Tech directly in the third semester through lateral entry (except for Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture).
Integrated MSc (5 years)  

CUSAT offers 5-year Integrated MSc programs in:  

- Biological Sciences  
- Chemistry  
- Mathematics  
- Physics  
- Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science)  
- Photonics  
- Environmental Science and Technology (new this year)  

Eligibility:  
- For most programs, students must have studied Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in Plus Two.  
- For Biological Sciences, Biology is required along with Physics and Chemistry.  
- For Environmental Science and Technology, students must have studied Mathematics or Biology along with Physics and Chemistry.  

Degree Options:
- After 3 years (6 semesters) – Students can earn a BSc degree.  
- After 4 years (8 semesters) – Students can earn a BSc (Hons) or BSc (Hons with Research) degree.

Integrated MCA (5 years)  

Students who have studied Mathematics, Computer Science, Informatics Practice, or Information Technology in Plus Two are eligible to apply.  

Exit Options:  
- After 3 years, students can earn a BCA degree.  
- After 4 years, students can earn a BCA (Hons) or BCA (Hons with Research) degree.  
Law Programs 
CUSAT offers five-year integrated law programs:  
- BBA LLB (Hons) 
- B.Com LLB (Hons) 
- BSc LLB (Hons) Computer Science  
Eligibility:  
- For BBA LLB (Hons) and B.Com LLB (Hons) – Students from any stream in Plus Two can apply.  
- For BSc LLB (Hons) Computer Science – Students must have studied Mathematics or Computer Science in Plus Two.

Vocational Program (3 years) 

B.Voc (Bachelor of Vocation)  
- Specialization: Business Process and Data Analytics  
- Eligibility: Students must have studied Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics in Plus Two.  
B.Tech Lateral Entry (Direct 2nd Year Admission) 
Eligible for 3-year diploma holders in engineering.  
Available branches:  
- Civil Engineering  
- Computer Science and Engineering  
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering  
- Electronics and Communication Engineering  
- Information Technology  
- Mechanical Engineering  
- Safety and Fire Engineering  
- Polymer Science and Engineering  
- Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Other Programs (For detailed eligibility, refer to the prospectus.)  

Postgraduate Programs (2 years)  
-MSc: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Computer Science (AI & Data Science), Forensic Science, Electronic Science, Hydrochemistry, Oceanography, Marine Geology, Marine Geophysics, Master of Bioethics of Fisheries Science - Seafood Safety & Trade.  
- M.Voc: Software Application Development, Banking & Finance.  
- MCA: Regular and Cost-Sharing options available.  
- MA: Applied Economics, Hindi Language & Literature.  
- MBA:  
  - Full-time (2 years)
  - Evening Regular (3 years)  
  - Executive (2 years)
- LLB: Three-year law program.  
- LLM / LLM (IPR): Two-year master's in law.  

Integrated PhD (5 years)  
- LLM (IPR) PhD, LLM (IP) PhD  

M.Tech Programs  
- Regular: 16 branches  
- Part-time: 3 branches  
- Executive: 2 branches  

International Collaboration Programs
- Dual Masters in Science (MS): New Generation of Electronic Component Base.  
- International Dual Masters Program in Management (IDMPM).  

PhD Programs  
- Available in Full-time and Part-time modes.  

Postdoctoral Fellowship  
- Research opportunities for advanced scholars.  

Certificate Programs (Part-time, 1 year)  
- Languages: French, German, Communicative Hindi.  
- Law & Advocacy: Basics of Litigation & Art of Advocacy in India (3 months).  

PG Diploma Programs (1 year)  
- Translation, Journalism & Computing, Communicative English, Academic Writing, Intellectual Property Rights.  

Short-Term Online Programs (Part-time, Evening) 
- Communicative English, French, German, Japanese, Arabic.  

Advanced Certificate Program (6 months) 
- Medical Law, Clinical Research & Bioethics.  

Admission Process  
Most programs require a Common Admission Test (CAT), a computer-based exam conducted by CUSAT. Applicants must select the correct test codes when applying based on their chosen programs.  

Other Admission Routes: 
- Departmental Admission Test (DAT): Required for PhD, Postdoctoral programs, M.Tech (for non-GATE candidates), and some diploma/certificate programs.  
- Lateral Entry Test (LET): Required for B.Tech Lateral Entry admissions.  
- GATE Score: Considered for M.Tech admissions.  
-MBA Admissions: Based on IIM CAT (Nov 2024), SEMAT (after Nov 2024), or K-MAT (after Nov 2024) scores.  
- M.Tech (Marine Biotechnology): Admission based on GAT-B exam conducted by the Department of Biotechnology.  
- B.Tech (Marine Engineering): Admission based on IMU CET 2025, conducted by the Indian Maritime University.  

CUSAT Test Registration:
All applicants must register for the CUSAT test to be considered for admission.  

CUET PG Admissions:  
From this year, CUET PG offers 10% supernumerary seats in all postgraduate programs. Admission will be based on CUET PG rank, but candidates must also register for CAT. Students can apply through either CUET PG or CAT.

Exam Details 
The entrance exam will be held on May 10, 11, and 12.  

For B.Tech (except Marine Engineering) & Integrated MSc in:
- Photonics  
- Computer Science (AI & Data Science)  
- Mathematics  
- Statistics  
- Physics  
- Chemistry  
Candidates must take the General Test (Test Code 101).  
Exam Pattern (Test Code 101): 
- Mathematics: 90 questions  
- Physics: 75 questions  
- Chemistry: 60 questions  
- Total Duration: 3 hours  
- Marking Scheme: +3 for each correct answer  

For Integrated MSc in Biological Sciences:  
Candidates must take Test Code 104, which includes:  
- Biology: 90 questions  
- Physics: 75 questions  
- Chemistry: 60 questions  
- Total Duration: 3 hours  

For Integrated MSc in Environmental Science & Technology:  
Candidates can take either Test Code 101 or Test Code 104, depending on their subject background.

Application Details  

- Last Date to Apply: March 10 
- How to Apply: Online at [admissions.cusat.ac.in](https://admissions.cusat.ac.in)
  
Application Fee:  
- General Category: ₹1,500 (for up to two test codes)  
- Kerala SC Candidates: ₹700  
- Additional Test Codes: ₹500 (General), ₹250 (SC)  
- NRI & Gulf Quota Applicants: Higher fees apply  

Exam Centers:
- Coimbatore  
- Chennai  
- Bengaluru  
- New Delhi  
- Mumbai  

For Postdoctoral, PhD, Diploma, and Certificate Programs:  
- Applications must be submitted directly to the respective department/school/centre by May 31.  
For More Details:
- Website: [admissions.cusat.ac.in](https://admissions.cusat.ac.in)
 - Phone: 8848912606  
- Email: [email protected]  

Article By: Anver Muttancheri
CIGI Career Team