CUSAT CAT 2021: Result (Out), Answer Key (Released), Counselling

Cochin University of Science and Technology - Common Admission Test 2025 ( CUSAT CAT )

Updated on Aug 16, 2021 11:12 IST

CUSAT CAT 2021 rank list released. Check the direct link and more details on this page below.

CUSAT CAT is the shortened form of Cochin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test. It is conducted by the admission authorities of Cochin University of Science and Technology every year. CUSAT CAT 2021 is organized for admission of candidates to various programmes viz. Engineering, Environmental Studies, Humanities, Law, Marine Sciences, Medical Sciences & Technology, Science, Social Sciences and Technology.

CUSAT CAT 2021 result is available now. Candidates can download the ranklist by using the link given on this page below. The answer key was released on July 24 and the window to raise objection was open until July 26. CUSAT CAT 2021 was successfully conducted from July 16 to July 18. Candidates striving for admission should qualify the exam. CUSAT CAT 2021 application form was filled from March 10 to March 31 (April 15 with fine). Total 250 questions was asked from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Check more details related to CUSAT CAT 2021 below.

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Table of contents
  • CUSAT CAT 2021 Dates
  • CUSAT CAT Eligibility Criteria
  • CUSAT CAT 2021 Application Form
  • CUSAT CAT 2021 Syllabus
  • CUSAT CAT 2021 Exam Pattern
  • CUSAT CAT Admit Card 2021
  • CUSAT CAT 2021 Answer Key
  • CUSAT CAT 2021 Result
  • CUSAT CAT 2021 Counselling
  • CUSAT CAT 2021: FAQs
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CUSAT CAT 2021 Dates

Check CUSAT CAT dates for different events below.

Events

Dates

Application form availability

10-Mar-2021 to 31-Mar-2021 (07-Apr-2021 with fine)

Last date to pay fee

08-Apr-2021

Admit card release date

02-Jul-2021

CUSAT CAT 2021

16-Jul-2021 to 18-Jul-2021

Answer key released on

24-Jul-2021

Challenge the answer key

24-Jul-2021 to 26-Jul-2021

Result declaration

11-Aug-2021

Counselling date

To be notified

CUSAT CAT Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria to exercise CUSAT CAT 2021 registration. The eligibility criteria varies from programme to programme. Check CUSAT CAT eligibility criteria below:

BTech in Marine Engineering Eligibility Criteria

  • Secured 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in the Class 12 or equivalent from Kerala Board or any other recognized Board
  • Studied in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English in the qualifying examination
  • Secured minimum 50% in the English subject either in Class 10 or in Class 12 (applicable to all the categories)
  • Candidates have to submit physical fitness and eye fitness certificate as well. The certificate should be obtained from Medical Examiners and approved by DG Shipping

BTech in Naval Architecture & Ship Building

  • Scored 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in the Class 12 examination or equivalent from Kerala Board or any other recognized Board
  • Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics should be the compulsory subjects along with the other subjects in the qualifying examination
  • Obtain 50% in the Mathematics subject
  • Must have scored 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics when taken together

BTech in Instrumentation & Technology

  • Obtained 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics when taken together in the qualifying examination
  • Obtain 55% in the Mathematics subject

BTech in Polymer Science & Engineering

  • Passed Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry as an optional subject or any other equivalent examination with 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized Board
  • Secured 50% in the Mathematics subject

CUSAT CAT Age Limit

There is no stipulated age limit to apply for the exam. Candidates of any age group can fill the application form and subsequently participate in the counselling in they qualify the entrance

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CUSAT CAT 2021 Application Form

The application form was released online on March 10. Before filling CUSAT CAT 2021 application form, candidates must read the complete instructions. The application procedure incorporates various stages such as registration, filling the application form, upload photo & signature, fee payment, centre selection and print confirmation page. Candidates had paid the application fee through credit card, debit cards or net banking until April 08. However, the last date to register for CUSAT CAT 2021 was March 31 (April 07 with fine).

CUSAT CAT 2021 Syllabus

Awareness of the syllabus is must for candidates who want to contest in CUSAT CAT 2021. It will assist them in devising the preparation strategy. The syllabus imparts information about the chapters and topics, which are vital from examination point of view. Candidates should follow CUSAT CAT syllabus to keep their preparation on track. Further, click on CUSAT CAT 2021 syllabus to get the details of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics topics.

CUSAT CAT 2021 Exam Pattern

The exam pattern elucidates total questions, total marks, breakup of different sections, etc. By observing the exam pattern, candidates will understand the layout of CUSAT CAT question paper. The question paper shall encompass total 250 questions. There will be three sections Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Physics section shall comprise 75 questions, Chemistry section will consist of 50 questions whereas Mathematics sections will incorporate 125 questions. For more information, read CUSAT CAT 2021 exam pattern.

CUSAT CAT Admit Card 2021

The admission authority issued admit card to the eligible candidates only. CUSAT CAT 2021 admit card was released online on July 02. Candidates will need their login credentials to download the admit card. The admission authority will not share the admit card through email, post or fax. It is an important document for appearing in the exam. Without admit card, no candidate can ingress inside the exam hall.

CUSAT CAT 2021 Answer Key

CUSAT CAT 2021 answer key was released on July 24. It encompasses correct answers to the questions, which was asked in the exam. The window to raise objection open until July 26. Candidates who appeared in CUSAT CAT 2021 can cross-check their answers with the answer key to guess the marks. It will also help them in speculating their rank, college, etc.

CUSAT CAT 2021 Result

The result is accessible in online mode. Candidates can check CUSAT CAT result 2021 by logging in to their account. The details required to access the result are username and password. It will comprise details like candidate’s name, roll number, marks obtained, rank secured, etc. After result, shortlisted candidates will be called for participating in the counselling.

CUSAT CAT 2021 Counselling

The counselling will be organized in online mode. Candidates will be called to participate in CUSAT CAT counselling 2021 according to their merit. The counselling procedure comprises various stages such as registration, choice filling, fee payment, document verification, etc. After successful counselling, candidates will be offered admission letter to join the institute for regular classes.

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CUSAT CAT 2021: FAQs

Q. When will the exam be conducted?

A. The exam was conducted from July 16 to July 18.

Q. In which mode will the exam be conducted?

A. The exam was conducted in online mode.

Q. How many questions will be asked in CUSAT CAT 2021?

A. Total 250 questions will be asked in CUSAT CAT 2021.

Q. What is the total marks for which the exam will be conducted?

A. The exam will be conducted for total 750 marks.

Q. How many sections will be there in question paper?

A. In question paper, there will be total three sections namely - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

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Answered 2 months ago

The CUSAT CAT cutoff is the minimum rank at which candidates are allotted a branch. The CUSAT CAT cutoff is different for each course and college. The authority will announce the cutoff of CUSAT CAT after each round of counselling.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

The CUSAT CAT passing marks for the BTech exam is 10 marks in maths and 10 marks in physics and chemistry combined. However, Kerala SC and ST candidates do not have a minimum passing mark.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

The authority will announce the CUSAT CAT 2026 exam date on the website, admissions.cusat.ac.in.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

As per the CUSAT CAT marking scheme, candidates will get 3 marks for every correct answer while 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect response. 

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

The total duration of CUSAT CAT exam is 3 hours. There is also a subject-wise time limit. The Physics section will be conducted in the first 60 minutes, the Chemistry section will be held in the next 45 minutes and finally the mathematics section for 75 minutes.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

As per the CUSAT CAT exam pattern there will be 225 MCQs. The mathematics section will have 90 questions, physics will have 75 questions, while chemistry will have 60 questions. The exam duration is 3 hr and the maximum mark is 675.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

Yes. NCERTs should form the base of your preparation since the CUSAT CAT syllabus is the same as mentioned in the NCERTs.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

The CUSAT CAT exam will have 3 subjects- Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

The CUSAT CAT syllabus is based on the class 10+2 Board syllabus for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

There is no age limit to apply for the CUSAT CAT exam.

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Samridhi Mishra

Contributor-Level 9