Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.) 

at CUSAT, Kochi

Candidates need to complete Class 12 or equivalent with at least 65% aggregate with Mathematics/ Statistics as one of the Subjects to apply for BVoc at Cochin University of Science and Technology. There is a relaxation of 5% in the aggregate for SC/ ST candidates belonging to Kerala. Hence, candidates can apply for BVoc with 65% in Class 12. However, they also need to pass CUSAT CAT for admission to BVoc programme.

Candidates need to qualify CUSAT CAT to get admission to Integrated BSc-MSc programmes. The university releases course-wise cutoff rank list. As per the below 2023 closing rank for All India Category, the highest was 29 for Biological Science. The lowest rank was of 62 of Physical and Mathematics. Below is the latest cutoff rank for Integrated BSc-MSc:

Predict CUSAT College based on your CUSAT CAT rank

Below are some of the subjects taught in CUSAT Integrated BSc-MSc Photonics programme:

• Mechanics
• Statistical Methods
• Thermodynamics and Thermal Physics
• Nuclear and Partical Physics
• Classical Mechanics, etc.

Yes, students of CUSAT can various the following scholarships:

• Govt. of Kerala Portal for Student Scholarships
• National Scholarship Portal for students
• Commonwealth Scholarships from the UK

Candidates can apply for these scholarships by visiting the official website.

CUSAT has good placement record for courses such as MBA, BTech and MCA. 75 recruiters visited the campus for CUSAT placement drive 2024, and offered more than 700 jobs to the students of the batch 2024. The key highlights of CUSAT placements for the Class of 2024 are tabulated below:

Note: The above-mentioned placement stats are sourced from the media reports. These may vary once the final placement report 2024 is out.

CUSAT admission to Integrated BSc-MSc programme is based on CUSAT CAT score. CUSAT CAT or Cochin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test is a computer-based test conducted for shortlisting aspirants for admission to various courses. After completion of selection rounds, CUSAT releases a rank list based on total marks secured in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry subjects. A separate rank list is released for selected Integrated BSc-MSc specialisation. Based on the rank list, aspirants are called for counselling and document verification round.

Yes, students can join Cochin University of Science and Technology. It is mantary for students to qualify the Class 12 to appear for UG and PG courses. Aspiring canddidates must have to qualify the neligibility criteria set by the institute for thendesired course. 

With the main building styled in traditional Kerala architecture, the campus houses various Departments & Schools except Marine Sciences, in addition to the administrative office, auxiliary institutions, hostels, guest house, visiting faculty complex, computer centre, central library, staff quarters, playgrounds and other amenities. The fully computerised Central Library is a central source of information for the academic community of the CUSAT. The Computer Center provides free internet access to the students. The campus hosts the buildings of the departments. There are three men's hostels — Siberia, Sarovar and Sanathana — and five women's hostels — Aishwarya, Anashwara, Athulya, Anaga and Ananya. A new B.A tech hostel has been set up. The campus hosts the accommodation of its employees.

CUSAT conducts CAT (Common Admission Test) for admissions to programmes like Law, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Marine Sciences, Humanities, Science, Medical Sciences & Technology, and Social Sciences and Technology. CUSAT CAT is a computer-based test. The multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are asked in the exam. Candidates can take this test by applying online through the university website. The CUSAT CAT 2025 exam date will be released along with the official brochure. Candidates who will appear for the exam must refer to the CUSAT 2025 syllabus and exam pattern for their preparations.