CUSAT Admission 2024: Eligibility, Application Process & Dates

Nivedha Kamatchi

Updated on - Mar 29, 2024

CUSAT admission 2024 is offered for various UG, PG, doctoral, integrated, diploma, and certificate courses. Currently, the Cochin University of Science and Technology admission 2024 is ongoing for MBA, M.Tech, PhD, and diploma/certificate programs. The last date to apply for CUSAT MBA admission 2024 is April 30, 2024. Applications for admission to MTech, PhD, and diploma/certificate courses will be accepted till May 31, 2024. 

CUSAT admission 2024 is based on scores obtained in the CUSAT CAT exam for various UG and PG courses. B.Tech is the flagship program of the institute, and eligible candidates with valid CUSAT CAT scores are shortlisted for the counselling process for final selection for the program. The institute accepts KMAT/CMAT/CAT scores for MBA admission.

M.Tech admission to CUSAT is based on valid GATE scores. If the number of GATE-qualified candidates is not sufficient, then the institute shortlists candidates based on scores obtained in the Department Admission Test (DAT) for M.Tech admission.

Candidates who wish to gain Cochin University of Science and Technology admission 2024 must comply with the course-specific CUSAT eligibility criteria. Those who meet the eligibility can apply for the desired program by completing the CUSAT application form. 

Table of Contents

• CUSAT Admission: Important Dates
• CUSAT UG Admission
• CUSAT PG Admission
• CUSAT Application Process
• CUSAT Helpline

CUSAT Admission: Important Dates

Candidates must refer to the table below to check all the major dates and events for CUSAT admission 2024.

CUSAT UG Admission 2024

CUSAT admission 2024 at the UG level is offered for programs like B.Tech, LLB, and B.Voc. Candidates who want to gain entry into the UG courses at CUSAT must have completed 10+2. The institute also offers lateral entry admissions for the B.Tech program in various specialisations. Get more details on CUSAT UG admission 2024 below, along with fee and eligibility details.

CUSAT PG Admission 2024

CUSAT PG Admission 2024 is based on a variety of entrance exams, some of which are administered by CUSAT and others which are national-level graduate admission tests. Candidates can look into the program-wise fee structure, eligibility, and selection criteria below:

CUSAT PhD Admission 2024 

Cochin University of Science and Technology admission 2024 is also provided for PhD courses in an array of specialisations. Candidates must go through the below-mentioned points to get more details related to CUSAT PhD admission 2024.

• Course Duration: 3 years
• Eligibility: Master's degree with a minimum of 55% marks.
  
• Selection Criteria: DAT/NET/GATE scores

Read More: CUSAT PhD Admission

CUSAT Integrated Admission 2024 

Candidates interested in securing CUSAT admission 2024 can also opt for integrated courses. Here is the list of integrated courses available at CUSAT, along with their eligibility criteria and other details.

CUSAT Application Process 2024 

The CUSAT application process requires candidates to visit the institute's official website and fill out the CUSAT application form. Further, they must proceed with attaching the required documents and paying the required fees. The admission fee must be paid by the candidates as per the CUSAT fee structure.

Documents Required for Application Process

Candidates must submit the following documents in order to complete the CUSAT admission process successfully:

• CUSAT 2024 admit card/ scorecard/ confirmation of online application registration page
• Mark sheets for 10th and 12th grades, as well as a certificate of completion
• Letter of recommendation
• Certificate of migration (For candidates from outside Kerala state)
• Certificate of transfer from the most recent institution attended
• Certificate of Character
• Proof of fee payment
• Four passport-sized photos
• For the state merit seat category certificate, a certificate proving Kerala status is required (If applicable)

Steps to Apply for CUSAT Admission

Candidates should fill out the Cochin University of Science and Technology application form by following the steps outlined below:

• Step 1: Candidates must first register for the exam to create a login ID and password.
• Step 2: Carefully read the instructions before pressing the "Start Registration" button. Enter information such as your name, father's name, email address, phone number, and so on.
• Step 3: As stated in the previous section, upload the applicant's scanned photo and signature.
• Step 4: Candidates should choose the courses they want to take.
• Step 5: After submitting the course information, a brief preview will be displayed.
• Step 6: The candidate must then pay the fees according to their categories using a debit/ credit card or net banking.
• Step 7: Now the candidates must choose one exam centre from the list of available centres based on their preferences.
• Step 8: The CUSAT application form will be shown in its full form preview. Click confirm if everything is correct.

CUSAT Selection Process 2024

Admission to all undergraduate courses is based on the CUSAT CAT, while lateral entry for B.Tech programs requires the candidates to pass the CUSAT LET exam. Here are more details pertaining to program-specific CUSAT admission criteria and selection process:

• For admission to the M.Tech program, the selection process requires applicants to qualify for the GATE exam.
• For admission to MCA, M.Sc, MA the selection process is based on the candidate's qualifying marks in the CUSAT CAT test.
• For admission to the MBA, the selection process requires candidates to pass the Kerala KMAT, CAT conducted by IIM, or the CMAT conducted by AICTE. Further, the final selection is based on group discussion and personal interview rounds.
• For admission to PhD courses, the selection criteria are based on the DAT entrance exam, merit in the qualifying exam, and interview process. Candidates with valid GATE/NET scores are exempted from submitting DAT scores.

CUSAT Entrance Exams 2024

CUSAT admission 2024 is offered to candidates with valid entrance exam scores for various UG and PG courses. The course-wise list of CUSAT entrance exams is provided in the table below for the reference of candidates:

CUSAT Admission Helpline 2024

Candidates can easily reach out to the institute with any admission-related queries about the Cochin University of Science and Technology admission process. The following are the contact details for the CUSAT admission 2024.