What is the CUSAT CAT exam pattern?

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.

What is the CUSAT CAT marking scheme?

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.

What is the CUSAT CAT exam duration?

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.

Is CUSAT private or government?

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) is a state-government owned autonomous University in Kochi. It has 3 campuses in- Kalamassery, Ernakulam (Kochi) and Kuttanad (Alappuzha).

Is CUSAT CAT exam conducted once a year?

Yes. The CUSAT CAT exam is conducted once a year.

What is the CUSAT CAT syllabus?

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

Can I use NCERTs for my CUSAT CAT preparation?

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

How many subjects are there in CUSAT CAT exam?

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

What are the most important topics for CUSAT CAT exam?

Check below the important topics in CUSAT CAT: Mathematics Calculus (Differential & Integral) Matrices & Determinants Coordinate Geometry (Conics & Circles) Vectors & 3D Geometry Probability & Statistics Physics Electrostatics & Current Electricity Mechanics (Laws of Motion & Work-Energy) Modern Physics (Atoms, Nuclei & Photoelectric Effect) Optics (Ray & Wave) Thermodynamics & Heat Chemistry Chemical Bonding & Molecular Structure Organic Named Reactions & Mechanisms Chemical Kinetics & Equilibrium P-Block & D-Block Elements Coordination Compounds

CUSAT CAT is short name for Coachin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test. The University conducts CAT for admission to various UG and PG courses offered at the University.

What is the CUSAT CAT cutoff?

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.

What is CUSAT CAT Pattern?

The CUSAT CAT question paper will have 225 questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology. Candidates will get three marks for every correct answer, while there is a deduction of one mark for every incorrect response.

CUSAT CAT MCA Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Updated on Sep 3, 2026 13:50 IST

By Samridhi Mishra, Senior Executive

CUSAT CAT Exam Pattern 2027: The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) sets the CUSAT CAT 2027 exam pattern. Aspirants of CUSAT CAT must check the paper pattern to get details related to the marking scheme, exam duration, number of questions, subject-wise distribution, and other important details. The entrance test will be conducted in online (CBT) mode. As per the BTech exam pattern, the question paper will consist of 225 questions for a total of 900 marks to be attempted in 3 hours.

Knowledge of both the CUSAT CAT pattern and syllabus will help candidates strategise their preparation. Check the complete details on the CUSAT CAT exam pattern 2027 below.

Table of contents

CUSAT CAT 2027 Exam Pattern Key Highlights
CUSAT CAT Exam Pattern 2027 - Subject Wise Weightage
CUSAT Exam Pattern 2027 - Total Marks & Marking scheme
CUSAT CAT Sections and Important Topics
CUSAT CAT 2027 Pattern FAQs

CUSAT CAT 2027 Exam Pattern Key Highlights

Important CUSAT CAT exam pattern highlights are as follows:

Particulars	Details
Exam Mode	Online (Computer-Based Test)
Total Questions	225 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Maximum Marks	900 Marks
Total Duration	3 hours (180 minutes)
Language Medium	English only
Marking Scheme	+4 for each correct answer
Negative Marking	-1 for every incorrect answer

CUSAT CAT Exam Pattern 2027 - Subject Wise Weightage

The revised CUSAT CAT 2027 exam pattern has been published along with the official notification. The entrance test will consist of MCQ-type questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, to be completed within 180 minutes.

CUSAT CAT 2027 Exam Pattern: Test Code 101 (PCM)

Subject	Total Questions (Weightage)
Mathematics	90
Physics	75
Chemistry	60
Total	225

Some Key Points:

If there is a tie, the scores in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from the CAT will be taken into account in that specific order.
To be ranked for B.Tech. programs, candidates must achieve at least 10 marks individually in Mathematics and at least 10 marks in total for Physics and Chemistry combined in the CAT examination.

CUSAT CAT 2027 Exam Pattern: For Test Code 104 (PCB)

Subjects	No of Questions (Weightage)
Physics & Chemistry (combined)	135 Questions (Physics - 75 Questions and Chemistry - 60 Questions)
Biology	90 Questions
Total	225 Questions

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CUSAT Exam Pattern 2027 - Total Marks & Marking scheme

According to the updated CUSAT CAT exam format, participants will earn 4 points for each correct answer, whereas 1 point will be subtracted for each incorrect response.

For Test Code 101

Subject	Total Marks
Mathematics	360
Physics	300
Chemistry	240
Total	900

For Test Code 104

Subject	Total Marks
Biology	360
Physics	300
Chemistry	240
Total	900

CUSAT CAT Sections and Important Topics

Check below section-wise important topics in CUSAT CAT 2027:

Mathematics

Calculus: Limits, Continuity, Differentiability, Definite & Indefinite Integrals, Application of Integrals, and Differential Equations.
Algebra: Matrices and Determinants, Complex Numbers, Sequences and Series, Permutations & Combinations, and Binomial Theorem.
Coordinate Geometry: Straight Lines, Circles, and Conic Sections.
Vectors & 3D Geometry: Dot and Cross Products, and Three-Dimensional Space Geometry.
Probability & Statistics: Basic Probability theorems, mean, variance, and standard deviation.

Physics

Electrostatics & Current Electricity: Coulomb’s law, Gauss's Law, Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff's laws, and Potentiometers.
Mechanics: Laws of Motion, Kinematics, Gravitation, and Work, Energy, and Power.
Modern Physics: Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation, Atoms and Nuclei, and Electronic Devices (Semiconductors/Diodes).
Optics: Ray Optics, Wave Optics, and Optical Instruments.
Thermodynamics & Waves: Laws of Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Simple Harmonic Motion.

Chemistry

Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons (Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes), Aldehydes and Ketones, Carboxylic Acids, and General Organic Chemistry.
Physical Chemistry: Chemical Thermodynamics, Chemical Kinetics, Electrochemistry, Atomic Structure, and Solutions.
Inorganic Chemistry: Coordination Compounds, d- & f-Block elements, p-Block elements, and Chemical Bonding.