CUSAT CAT Answer Key 2026 (OUT): Check Steps to Download, How to Raise Objections

Cochin University of Science and Technology - Common Admission Test 2026 ( CUSAT CAT )

Mamona Majumder
Updated on Sep 11, 2026 17:15 IST

By Mamona Majumder, Deputy Manager

CUSAT CAT Answer Key 2026: Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has released the CUSAT CAT 2026 final answer keys under the logins of the candidates. The correct answers to the questions in the CUSAT CAT exam can be checked in the answer key.

The authorities has prepared the final CUSAT CAT answer key by considering all the valid objections received before the due date. Students can calculate their expected marks with the help of the CUSAT CAT answer key 2026. Read below for complete details on the CUSAT CAT 2026 answer key.

Table of contents
  • How to download CUSAT CAT answer key 2026?
  • CUSAT CAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • How to raise objection against CUSAT CAT 2026 answer key?
  • How to Calculate Scores Using CUSAT CAT 2026 Answer Key
  • CUSAT CAT Previous Year Official Answer Key PDFs
  • CUSAT CAT 2026 Answer Keys FAQs
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How to download CUSAT CAT answer key 2026?

To get your CUSAT CAT 2026 answer key, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the official site: admissions.cusat.ac.in.
  2. Select the link for the CUSAT CAT 2026 answer key.
  3. Log in using your registered email and password.
  4. Save the file to your device.

The link to download the CUSAT CAT 2026 answer key is made available below:

-> Download CUSAT CAT 2026 final answer key

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CUSAT CAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CUSAT CAT 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
14 Aug ' 26

CUSAT CAT 2026 SC/ST Special Real Time Admission

11 Aug ' 26

CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech Third Real Time Admission Starts

07 Aug ' 26 - 09 Aug ' 26

CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech Third Real Time Admission Registration

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How to raise objection against CUSAT CAT 2026 answer key?

If you disagree with any answers in the provisional key, you can officially challenge them through these steps:

  1. Access the link: Log in to your candidate portal to find the objection link.
  2. Submit online: Challenges must be filed digitally within the allowed timeframe.
  3. Provide evidence: You must upload valid documents to support your claim for each disputed answer.
  4. Pay the fee: A required processing fee must be paid for the objection to be considered.
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How to Calculate Scores Using CUSAT CAT 2026 Answer Key

Check below how to calculate the scores using the CUSAT CAT answer keys 2026:

  1. Log in to your candidate dashboard on the CUSAT Admissions Portal to download the official Answer Key.
  2. Go through each question and verify if your marked answer matches the official answer key.
  3. Count the total number of correct responses and incorrect responses.
  4. Unanswered questions are given 0 marks.
  5. Apply the formula to determine your expected raw score.

Formula to calculate score: 4 X No. of correct answers - 1 X Number of wrong answers

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CUSAT CAT 2026 Answer Keys FAQs

Check below CUSAT CAT 2026 adnswer key FAQs below:

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will CUSAT CAT answer key release?
A: 

The CUSAT CAT 2026 answer keys were released on May 14.

Q:   What is the CUSAT CAT cutoff?
A: 

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.

Q:   When will CUSAT CAT final keys release?
A: 

The final answer keys of CUSAT CAT were out on May 25.

Q:   How is the CUSAT CAT counselling held?
A: 

The authority will conduct the CUSAT CAT counselling in online mode. However, shortlisted candidates have to report to the allotted college for document verification.

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Answered 2 months ago

CUSAT first releases a provisional (preliminary) key to let candidates spot errors and submit formal complaints. After a panel of subject experts reviews these inputs, a rectified final answer key is published, which cannot be challenged further.

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Abhay Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

No, the CUSAT CAT B.Tech test (Test Code 101) does not include English or Logical Reasoning. It consists strictly of PCM questions.

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Vipra Mehra

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

The syllabus of CUSAT CAT is aligned with the NCERT/CBSE Class 11 and 12 curriculum. Because Kerala State Board textbooks closely follow NCERT guidelines, preparing with standard NCERT resources covers both boards effectively.

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Abhishek Chaudhary

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

Yes. Candidates belonging to SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes), EWS, and SC/ST categories receive relaxation in cutoff ranks compared to the General category.

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Yatendra Singh

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

Yes. CUSAT has two main campuses offering B.Tech: the main campus in Kochi (School of Engineering) and the Kuttanad campus (CUCEK). The main campus cutoffs are significantly tighter than those for CUCEK.

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Virajita Choudhury

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

A rank under 500 is generally required to secure top-tier branches like CSE, ECE, or Naval Architecture in the primary campus of CUSAT.

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Mamona Majumder

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at the School of Engineering (SOE), Thrikkakkara is highly competitive, typically closing around ranks 700 to 750 for the general category.

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Chanchal Pandey

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

CUSAT releases the cutoff in the form of last ranks rather than raw marks. These ranks are categorised by All India Quota, State Quota, and specific caste/community reservations.

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Akansha Bhandari

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