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CUSAT M.E./M.Tech Courses & Fees

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CUSAT MTech Eligibility & Highlights 2026

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Total Tuition Fees 22K - 2.4L
Median Package 2.9L - 4.9L
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Graduation score50%
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Q:   Does CUSAT offer BSc courses?
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Yes, CUSAT offers a BSc degree to students. Candidates willing to pursue a BSc at CUSAT have to enrol themselves into the Integrated MSc programme offered at CUSAT. The university offers eight Integrated BSc + MSc courses in the full-time mode. The duration of these courses is five years, which is further divided into ten semesters. Candidates successfully completing six semesters of the programme are eligible to exit the programme with a BSc degree. For more information, candidates can visit the official website of the university.

Q:   Can I join CUSAT after Class 12?
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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. 

Q:   Is Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi good in terms of placements?
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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:

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Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest package

INR 25 LPA

Average package

INR 7.32 LPA

Total recruiters

75

Total offers

700+

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

Q:   What is the intake at CUSAT for BSc?
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There are a total of 100 seats for CUSAT BSc-MSc Integrated programme. Below is Integrated BSc-MSc specialisation-wise intake:

Integrated BSc-MSc SpecialisationsTotal Seat Intake
Photonics20
Biological Sciences/ Chemistry/ Mathematics/ Physics15 each
CS-Artificial Intelligence & Data Science20

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Q:   What is CUSAT MBA cutoff for CUSAT?
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As per CUSAT MBA cutoff 2023, the closing rank for Cochin University of Science and Technology MBA course stood at 83 for Al Inida General category students. For cutoff 2022, the overall closing rank for CUSAT MBA was 76. On cutoff trend analysis, CUSAT has witnessed an increase since 2022. For Home state quota the overall cutoff for CUSAT MBA 2023, it is 73 and for 2022, it is 64. Again CUSAT has witnessed an increase in cutoff trends since 2022. The aforementioned cutoffs are for General category All India students. 

Q:   Is CUSAT good for BTech?
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BTech is one of the top courses of CUSAT. Talking about the curriculum, the university provides in-depth knowlege of BTech specialisation. The programme is quite affordable as compared to many of the good BTech offering universities. The total tuition fee for BTech ranges between INR 85,800 and INR 8.6 Lacs depending on the specialisation selected by the candidate. 

Talking about placements, the highest and average package offered during CUSAT BTech placements 2023 stood at INR 25 LPA and INR 5.88 LPA, respectively. Moreover, a total of 150 companies visited the campus during CUSAT BTech placements 2023.

Q:   How many seats are there in CUSAT for BTech?
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A total of 766 seats are available for BTech course at CUSAT. Below is seat intake for some of the BTech specialisations:

BTech SpecialisationIntake
Civil Engineering90
Computer Science and Engineering90
Electrical and Electronics Engineering60
Electronics and Communication Engineering90
Information Technology90
Mechanical Engineering90
Safety and Fire Engineering90
Naval Architecture and Ship Building34
Polymer Science and Engineering20
Instrumentation and Control Engineering40
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₹ 22 K - 2.4 L
₹ 2.11 K - 6.04 K
₹ 3.8 K
₹ 24.11 K - 2.5 L
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Q:   Is M.Tech available in CUSAT?
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CUSAT offers M.Tech in full-time and part-time modes. The full-time course is of two-year duration with four semesters and the M.Tech part-time course is of three years with six semesters. The PG-course is available in 16 specialisations. Admission to the M.Tech courses at Cochin University is entrance-based.

Q:   Is CUSAT a good college?
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CUSAT is an autonomous university owned by the state government. CUSAT has been ranked 34 among the top Universities in India and 51 in the Overall category by NIRF 2024. Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). CUSAT courses include 24 Undergraduate (UG), 55 Postgraduate (PG) and 9 MPhil and 28 PhD programmes in various streams. CUSAT also provides various infrastructural and academic facilities to the students and faculty members of the Institute. CUSAT is spread over an area of 180 acres.

Q:   Is there any BSc in CUSAT?
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Yes, CUSAT offers Integrated BSc-MSc for a duration of five-years. The course is spread across 10 semesters. Below are the Integrated BSc-MSc specialisations offered at CUSAT:

  • Photonics
  • Biological Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • CS-Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Q:   Is there MSc in CUSAT?
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Yes, the university offers full-time MSc in 19 disciplines along with seven integrated MSc (five-year) courses. Admission to the course is entrance-based. Before filling out the application form, aspirants must check that meet the eligibility requirements for the MSc specialisation they’re interested in. Below are some of the MSc specialisations offered at CUSAT:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics
  • Electronic Science
  • Hydrochemistry, etc.
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CUSAT MTech Admission Dates 2026

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Q:   How can I get admission in CUSAT for BSc?
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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.

Q:   What is the expected CUSAT CAT 2024 cutoff?
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Cochin University of Science and Technology admission 2024 to MBA course is based CUSAT MBA 2024 scores. As per the previous year's CUSAT MBA cutoff 2023, the overall cutoff for MBA for All India quota is 83, whereas for Home State Quota, it is 73. In 2022, the overall CUSAT MBA cutoff stood at 76 for All India and at 64 for Home State Quota for the General category students. 

Looking at the past year trends, candidates seeking admission to CUSAT for MBA must score between 73 and 83 for All India and betwen 64 and 76 for Home State Quota.

Q:   How much rank is required to get into CUSAT BSc?
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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:

Course2023
Integrated BSc + MSc in Physics62
Integrated BSc + MSc in Chemistry55
Integrated BSc + MSc in Mathematics62
Integrated BSc + MSc in Biological Science29

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Q:   What are the cutoff marks for CUSAT BTech admission?
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CUSAT B.Tech admissions have been conducted through KEAM in previous years. KEAM counsellings have been concluded after the three rounds. As per the previous year JEE Main cutoff 2021 trends, The Round 1 closing ranks for B.Tech. in Information Technology was 20390, for B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering it was 14487 and for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering it was 4427 for the General category All India students. Candidates seeking admission to CUSAT must have a valid score in KEAM to appear for the further admission rounds for BTech.

CUSAT MTech Admission Process 2026: How to Apply?

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Q:   What is CUSAT CAT exam?
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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.

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Q:   How to get admission in Cochin University of Science and Technology?
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Cochin University of Science and Technology selects candidates for admission to most of the programme based on their scores in CUSAT CAT. Cochin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test is a computer-based test conducted for shortlisting aspirants for admission to various courses. Besides, the university also considers score in national-level entrance exams like CAT, MAT, CMAT, KMAT, GATE, etc. for specific courses. Selected candidates need to participate in counselling and seat allotment process. Further, they need to pay the course fee to confirm their seat.

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Q:   Can I apply for an M.Tech programme at CUSAT without GATE score?
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Yes. The Non-GATE entrants can take admission with a valid Department Admission Test (DAT) score or ‘A and B’ exams score conducted by the Institution of Engineers (India). Candidates can apply for the DAT exam by visiting the CUSAT website.

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CUSAT M.E./M.Tech
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CUSAT MTech Curriculum

SpecializationCurriculum
M.Tech. in Data Science and Analytics,CUSAT
M.Tech. in Industrial Safety (Health, Safety and Environment Management),CUSAT
M.Tech. in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering),CUSAT
M.Tech. in Computer Aided Structural Analysis and Design,CUSAT
M.Tech. in Marine Biotechnology,CUSAT
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Q:   What are the subjects taught in BSc Photonics of CUSAT?
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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.
Q:   Is BTech available at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi?
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Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi offers the flagship Bachelor of Technology (BTech) program, which is a popular programme for students seeking to build a career in Engineering. The course is offered in a variety of specializations. CUSAT BTech admissions are held on the basis of entrance examinations. The accepted exams include the CUSAT CAT test. The total tuition fees for CUSAT BTech is INR 37.26 K - 6.62 L.

Q:   What are the top courses offered at CUSAT Cochin?
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Cochin University of Science and Technology offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses acrocss various streams such as Engineering, Management, Science, Commerce, Law, and others. The univeristy offers BSc, BTech, BVoc, BBA LLB, MCA, MTech, MVoc, and others. Aspiring candidates must appear for the application process. 

CUSAT M.E./M.Tech
CUSAT MTech Seats 2026

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Q:   What is a good score for CUSAT?
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Cochin University of Science and Technology CAT Round 1 cutoff 2024 list has been released recently for BVoc/LLB/BBA LLB/BCom LLB/BSc LLB/Integrated MSc/MBA/MCA/other PG courses. As per the CUSAT Round 1, the closing cutoff ranks ranged between 3 and 205 for the General category students. The Round 1 cutoff for M.Sc. in Marine Geology is 12 for the General AI category candidates. Further, Master of Computer Applications (MCA) has the Round 1 cutoff of 33. As per CUSAT CAT MSc cutoff 2024, the most competitive course was MSc in Microbiology with a Round 1 rank of 3. So, candidates seeking admission at CUSAT must acquire a rank between 3 and 205 to get admission to the list of courses available at CUSAT in 2024.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for admission in M.Tech at CUSAT University?
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Candidates aspiring to pursue M.Tech from CUSAT shall have BE/BTech/Bachelor’s degree/Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum 60% aggregate. The selection is further done by the university committee basis on the applicant’s score in the qualifying examinations (GATE/CUSAT DAT).

Q:   How can I get admission in BTech in CUSAT?
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CUSAT admission to BTech course is based on CUSAT CAT score. The university also conducts a Lateral Entry Test (LET) to select candidates for BTech (LE) courses. LET is a three-hour test including 200 objective-type questions designed to test proficency in English, Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, Engineering Graphics and General Engineering.

The university selects candidates for BTech (PT) courses based on merit in the last qualifying exam and admission test conducted by the department. CUSAT also considers the number of years of experience of candidates after obtaining the diploma.

Q:   Can I get admission in CUSAT without CAT exam?
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CAT is one of the accepting exams for CUSAT MBA admission. There are two types of CAT accepted for MBA. One is CAT conducted by conducted by IIM for admission to MBA programme. The other is CUSAT CAT conducted by Cochin University of Science and Technology. CUSAT CAT is accepted for MBA and other courses except PhD and Diploma programmes. Now the question is, if it is mandatory or not.

No, it is not. Aspirants who have passed KMAT or CMAT can also take admission to MBA programme. Aspirants shortlisted based on the entrance exam score are further evaluated in group discussion and personal interview round.

CUSAT MTech Placements

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Students can work with faculty on research projects

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Internships and industry projects

Offered in the final year only

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Many students started their own start-ups

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Higher in core jobs

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Both inside India & outside India

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Organized & proactive placement process

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Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Love being in college

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Q:   What is the average package offered during CUSAT CSE placements?
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The average package offered during CUSAT CSE placements 2022 stood at INR 7 LPA. Further, the branch-wise average salary trends witnessed during CUSAT placements over the past three years are presented below:

Engineering Branch

Average Package (2020)

Average Package (2021)

Average Package (2022)

CS

INR 4.8 LPA

INR 5 LPA

INR 7 LPA

ME

INR 3.5 LPA

INR 3.2 LPA

INR 4 LPA

CE

INR 4.9 LPA

INR 4.1 LPA

INR 3.9 LPA

EE

INR 3.7 LPA

INR 4.9 LPA

INR 5.4 LPA

SF

INR 6.4 LPA

INR 7 LPA

INR 9 LPA

EC

INR 4.1 LPA

INR 4.1 LPA

INR 5.8 LPA

IT

INR 4.7 LPA

INR 4.9 LPA

INR 6 LPA

Note: The average package and placement rate data are the approximately figures, and may vary slightly as the exact data labels are not mentioned on the official report.

Q:   Who are the top recruiters during CUSAT placements?
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The list of top recruiters during CUSAT placements in recent past is presented below:

CUSAT Top Recruiters

TCS

Wipro

Infosys

Federal Bank

ICICI Bank

Synergy

IBM

Sutherland

EY

ICICI Prudential

Q:   Where are CUSAT alumni placed?
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According to data gathered from multiple online sources, Engineering sector has placed the most no. of CUSAT students. The CUSAT alumni placement statistics are presented below:

Note: The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources and hence may vary.

Q:   What is the supernumerary intake for BSc at CUSAT?
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CUSAT holds a separate intake capacity for supernumerary seats. Below is Integrated BSc-MSc specialisation-wise intake:

Integrated BSc-MSc SpecialisationsSupernumerary Seats
Photonics7
Biological Sciences/ Chemistry/ Mathematics/ Physics5 each
CS-Artificial Intelligence & Data Science5

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₹ 4.4 LPA - 4.94 LPA₹ 37.26 K - 2.4 L -/-
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₹ 7 LPA₹ 1.4 L -/-
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Q:   How much rank is needed for CUSAT?
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CUSAT accepts various national entrance exams such as CAT, CMAT, KMAT, KMAT Kerala, rank requirement varies with the course. Below are the past year CUSAT CAT ranks for MBA course for the reference of the students:

MBA

Section202220232024
Overall7683163

Note:- This information is taken from the official website and might vary. 

Q:   Will I get admission in CUSAT with 6000 rank?
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Looking at the previous year CUSAT CAT cutoff, gettimg admission with a rank of 6,000 is difficult. The chances become even more less for General Category candidates. As per the previous-year data, the rank for some of the top courses were:

CourseCUSAT CAT Cutoff Rank (2023)
BTech723-2733
MBA83
MSc4-23
Integrated BSc-MSc29-55

The university might accept such as rank if applying via any other national-level entrance exam accepted for that course. Students are advised to prepare well if wishing to apply via CUSAT CAT score. Check CUSAT CAT preparation tips

Q:   Is Cochin University of Science and Technology the best choice for a student?
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Cochin University of Science and Technology is one of the top Engineering institutions in the country. The university builds on the state reputation of friendliness and focus on all-round development. Students can choose from a diversity of courses like BTech, MTech, MBA, MSc, etc., with different specializations. CUSAT is located in the quaint and serene setting of Kochi with a number of state-of-the-art amenities available at fingertips.

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Review of TIST - Toc H Institute of Science & Technology.
Placements: TIST has an efficient placement officer, and he had left no stone unturned to bring excellent companies to the college. Companies like IBM, Infosys, CTS, UST Global, IBS, Amazon, E&Y, L&T and many more have visited the campus for placement drives, and almost 90% of the students got placed from the campus itself.
Infrastructure: TIST has a large eco-friendly campus. Facilities provided are excellent. Well-equipped labs and spacious classrooms are available most of which are smart classrooms. Tutorial rooms, a good library, facilities for recreation, health centre, etc., are also available making the campus a wonderful place.
Faculty: The college has highly efficient and experienced faculty members. They have always been an inspiration for young minds. They have always motivated and encouraged students to pursue their dreams. Apart from teaching, they are always with us when in need even after our college life.
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I am completely satisfied. It one of the best self-financing engineering colleges.
Placements: The placement record of the college is excellent. Almost 90% of eligible students got placed in reputed companies like Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, etc. Roles like software engineer, test engineer, system analyst, technical support, etc., were offered. Senior batch students were also placed in highly reputed companies. There is a highly dedicated placement cell.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is excellent. Labs are well-equipped. There are highly efficient and qualified lab assistants. There are a centralised library and a separate library for all departments. Wi-Fi service was provided here. The health centre is available here and a doctor is also available. Classrooms and hostel rooms are spacious.
Faculty: The college follows outcome-based education and revised Bloom's taxonomy. Faculty members are highly qualified and experienced. They are highly dedicated and they always tried to follow innovative teaching methods. They regularly conduct remedial sessions for weak students.
Other: The college provides constant support and motivation for innovation and research activities. The college provides good support and encouragement for conducting tech fests and college fests. There is good support for extracurricular activities.
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M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2020
Offered by TIST - Toc H Institute of Science & Technology
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It is one of the best engineering colleges and is NBA accredited.
Placements: TIST provides a very good platform for the students to get placements. More than 90% of the students get placed in different firms. TIST provides placement training for the students of all departments. Faculty members of each department also help the students to get placed.
Infrastructure: TIST provides smart classrooms and well-equipped labs. The whole campus is Wi-Fi enabled. It provides the main library, digital library, and also a separate library for each department. The college provides good medical facilities.
Faculty: TIST provides excellent faculty members. Almost all the lecturers are postgraduates or PhD holders. They are very friendly with students. They have great knowledge about the subject. We are free to approach them at any time to clear our problems or doubts.
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The college is good with good ambience.
Placements: Our senior batch had a placement percentage of about 30%, and their placement history was good with good companies hiring them with the highest salary package of 3 LPA. Many well-known companies visited the campus for placement. CUSAT placement cells are effective for getting a campus placement.
Infrastructure: The Wi-Fi facility is in all the main buildings on the campus. The classrooms are well-equipped and furnished. The medical facilities are available in emergencies. There are a vast sports facilities and large ground. There are different canteens on the campus, where you get the different varieties of food. The hostel rooms are neat.
Faculty: The teachers are well-educated, experienced, qualified, and knowledgeable. The teaching quality is good. The teachers use different teaching methods. The student to faculty ratio is 20:1. The students get enough industry exposure. The course curriculum is useful for the students.
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Other: CUSAT is Kerala's first technical university. Mechanical engineering department has got well qualified faculty with all of them having secured their Ph.D from India's top universities like IIT Madras, IIT Karagpur, IISC Bangalore, etc. CUSAT provides better facilities and exposure to the students. This campus doesn't interfere into student’s freedom. Placements are less for M.Tech students. First year of the M.Tech course is completely meant for course work. With total of 6 subjects, 1 lab, 1 seminar in each semester. Second year is meant for project work. Either we can do project in the campus itself where they will provide full facilities available at the labs or we can do projects in any company. 18 seats are available in each stream of M.Tech. Campus life is awesome at CUSAT. CUSAT remains fully live with various events organised by the students under various departments. CUSAT has a good campus as well.
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Other: The college has a good placement record for every year. The infrastructure is not that great if compared to other self-financing colleges in Kochi. However, the B.Tech and M.Tech degree from this college has a good demand and value in the job industry. The faculty standard depends on the department, and some of the faculty members may change yearly. I took both my B.Tech and M.tech from this college. You can also make many friends if you opt for this college. The campus life at my college is very great. There are so many celebrations like art festivals, tech festivals, and rock band shows yearly. The campus life at CUSAT is a lifetime gift.
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Q:   What is the Commonwealth scholarship for CUSAT students?
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Commonwealth Scholarships enable talented and motivated persons from poor and middle-income countries to achieve the knowledge needed for sustainable development. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) funds most scholarships in CUSAT

  • Commonwealth PhD Scholarships (for least developed countries and fragile states)
  • Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships (for low and middle-income countries)
  • Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships
  • Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
  • Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
  • Commonwealth PhD Scholarships (for high-income countries)
  • Commonwealth Professional Fellowships
Q:   Does CUSAT offer scholarships?
A: 

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.

Q:   How much is the MSc fee at CUSAT?
A: 

The total tuition fee for CUSAT MSc ranges between INR 5,000 and INR 2 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Shortlisted candidates need to pay the course fee after completion of the selection rounds to confirm their seat. Apart from tuition fee, the total fee structure includes library fee, lab fee, caution deposit, etc.

Apart from the course fee, aspirants also need to pay a registration fee. The registration fee for General is INR 1,100. For Kerala SC/ ST candidates, there is a relaxation in the application fee.

Q:   What is the fee structure of BTech CUSAT?
A: 

The total tuition fee for CUSAT BTech ranges between INR 85,800 and INR 8.6 lakh. The fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative. Shortlisted candidates need to pay the course fee after completion of the selection rounds to confirm their seat. Apart from tuition fee, the total fee structure includes library fee, lab fee, caution deposit, etc.

Apart from the programme fee, aspirants also need to pay a registration fee. The application fee for General is INR 1,100. For Kerala SC/ ST candidates, there is a relaxation in the application fee.

CUSAT MTech FAQs

Q:   What is the application fee at CUSAT?
A: 

Aspirants when applying at CUSAT need to pay an application fee. There is a relaxation in the registration fee for SC/ ST candidates of Kerala. Below is the CUSAT application fee:

Category

Application Fee

General

INR 1,100

Kerala SC/ ST candidates

INR 500

Q:   When was the CUSAT CAT 2024 conducted?
A: 

The Cochin University of Science and Technology released the CUSAT CAT 2024 exam date on its official website. The exam authority conducted the CUSAT CAT 2024 exam in online mode. CUSAT CAT 2024 was conducted on May 10, 11, & 12, 2024. The CUSAT CAT exam date 2024 consists of application dates, exam date, admit card date, result date, and counselling dates. 

Read More: https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/cusat-cat-exam-dates

Q:   Is CUSAT CAT exam tough?
A: 

It's not about tough. Its all about your hard work and knowledge about the topic. Then everything will be similar and easy too. To get success in the examination, it is important to practice questions as much as possible; frequent revision also matters. Solve previous year's question papers so that you will get an idea of the types of questions asked. If hard work is done in the correct direction, then nothing is impossible to achieve. Stay focused, tuned in, and study hard with a plan.

Q:   What are the salary packages offered at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi?
A: 

CUSAT concluded the placements for the Class of 2024 with an average package of INR 7.32 LPA. The salary package offered during CUSAT placements 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest package

INR 25 LPA

Average package

INR 7.32 LPA

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

Q:   Does CUSAT offer good placement opportunities?
A: 

Yes, CUSAT offers good placements annually for courses like MBA, BTech, MTech, etc. The key highlights of CUSAT placements for the Class of 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2024)

Highest package

INR 25 LPA

Average package

INR 7.32 LPA

Total recruiters

75

Total offers

700+

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

Q:   Is Class 12 marks considered for CUSAT?
A: 

Yes, CUSAT considers Class 12 score for admission to UG courses. Aspirants need to qualify a minimum of Class 12 to apply for a UG course at CUSAT. Below are some of the CUSAT UG programme along with their Class 12 requirement:

Course NameCommon Eligibility
BTechClass 12 examination of the state of Kerala or any other examination accepted as equivalent thereto with MathematicsPhysics and Chemistry as optional subjects with at least 50% marks separately and 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SEBC candidates of Kerala)
BScClass 12 in relevant subjects with at least 50% aggregate to 75% aggregate (5% relaxation for Kerala SC/ ST)
BVocClass 12 or equivalent with at least 65% aggregate with Mathematics/ Statistics as one of the Subjects (60% aggregate for SC/ ST candidates belonging to Kerala)
Q:   What is the closing cutoff marks for CUSAT BTech?
A: 

CUSAT BTech is based on KEAM followed by the KEAM Counselling. KEAM cutoff 2021 has been released as the previous year cutoff. Tabulated below are the closing cutoff marks for CUSAT BTech admission for General category All India studnets.

CourseCutoff 
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering29189
B.Tech. in Information Technology45569
B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering24078
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering14717
B.Tech. in Civil Engineering33476
B.Tech. in Safety and Fire Engineering45400
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering45623
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering6711
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering26599
B.Tech. in Robotics and Automation Engineering43169
B.Tech. in Electrical and Computer Engineering42711
Q:   Is entrance exam accepted for admission to M.Sc at CUSAT?
A: 

Cochin University of Science and Technology admission to MSc programmes is based on the CUSAT CAT (Common Admission Test) score. The entrance exam is conducted by the Directorate of Admissions. Candidates who appear for the entrance examination and secure a good score shall be eligible to take admission.  Besidesm aspirants must also fulfil the eligibility requirements specific to MSc specialisations.

Q:   How many offers were made during the recent CUSAT placements?
A: 

A total of 75 recruiters visited the CUSAT campus for 2024 placements and presented over 700 job offers to the students of the batch 2024. The total number of offers made during CUSAT placement 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2024)

Total recruiters visited

700

Q:   What is the placement record of CUSAT MBA?
A: 

CUSAT has maintained consistency in providing 95% and above placements to its MBA students. The key highlights of CUSAT MBA placements 2023 are presented below:

Particulars

MBA Placement Statistics (2023)

Highest package

INR 21.20 LPA

Average package

INR 8.55 LPA

Number of offers

144

Further, the highest and average package trends witnessed during CUSAT MBA placements between 2021 and 2023 are presented below:

Particulars

MBA Placement Statistics (2021)

MBA Placement Statistics (2022)

MBA Placement Statistics (2023)

Highest package

INR 12 LPA

INR 12.56 LPA

INR 21.20 LPA

Average package

INR 5.76 LPA

INR 6.53 LPA

INR 8.55LPA

Q:   What is the placement scenario at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi?
A: 

CUSAT has a good record of placements for courses like MBA, BTech, BCA, LLB, etc. As per the latest media report, the the highest and average packages offered so far during CUSAT placement 2024 stood at INR 25 LPA and INR 7.32 LPA,  respectivelyThe key highlights of CUSAT placements for the Class of 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest package

INR 25 LPA

Average package

INR 7.32 LPA

Total recruiters

75

Total offers

700+

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

Q:   Is CUSAT Kochi good for placements?
A: 

Cochin University of Science and Technology is one of the eseteemed university and know for its placements. CUSAT placements 2024 has been released, the the highest and average package offered so far during CUSAT placements in 2024 stood at INR 25 LPA and INR 7.32 LPA,  respectively. The top recruiters are ISCO, TCS, Accenture, Air India, IBM, MRF, Ernst & Young, Hyundai, Visteon, Alstom, Zifo, SAP, Reliance Industries, IOCL, Gail, etc. 

Q:   Is it true that all students get good placements at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi?
A: 

The CUSAT placement report for the Class of 2024 is yet to be released on the official website. However, the media reports have covered the CUSAT placement details for Class of 2024. According to the reports, the the highest and average packages offered so far during CUSAT placement 2024 stood at INR 25 LPA and INR 7.32 LPA,  respectively. Further, the participating recruiters offered over 700 job offers to various courses of the batch 2024. The top recruiters of CUSAT placement in 2024 included ISCO, TCS, Accenture, Air India, IBM, MRF, Ernst & Young, Hyundai, Visteon, Alstom, Zifo, SAP, Reliance Industries, IOCL, Gail,  etc..

Q:   What is the highest package offered during CUSAT placements?
A: 

As per the latest media report, the highest package offered during CUSAT placements in 2024 stood at INR 25 LPA. The same is presented below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2024)

Highest package

INR 25 LPA

Note: The above-mentioned highest package is sourced from the media reports. It may vary once the final placement report 2024 is out.

Q:   How to apply for M.Tech at CUSAT Kochi?
A: 

Aspirants need to fill out the online form (admission.cusat.ac.in) and submit it for being eligible to take admission. However, the seat allotment for each M.Tech programme shall be on the applicant’s GATE score. Candidates without a GATE exam score can take CUSAT DAT/ Sections A and B exam by the Institution of Engineers (India).

Q:   Which entrance exam is taken to get admission in BTech at CUSAT?
A: 

Candidates wishing to apply for CUSAT BTech course must pass CUSAT CAT exam. The exam authorities conducts the CUSAT CAT 2025 for a duration of three hours, and the exam is conducted in online mode (a computer-based test). It is advised to the candidates to check the CUSAT CAT exam pattern before starting their preparation process. CUSAT exam pattern also helps candidates boost their scores and helps with time management during exam preparation. Candidates who will appear for the exam must refer to the CUSAT 2025 syllabus for their preparations.

Q:   Is entrance exam required for BSc at CUSAT?
A: 

Yes, CUSAT conducts Cochin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test for providing admission to Integrated BSc-MSc courses. Based on CUSAT CAT result, rank list is prepared after completion of CUSAT CAT. The CUSAT CAT examination is a computer-based test (CBT) test conducted for a duration of 3 hours. The syllabus of CUSAT CAT includes chapters and topics of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics that are relevant from the examination point of view. CUSAT CAT syllabus is of Class 11 and Class 12 standard. 

Q:   What is the median package offered during CUSAT placements?
A: 

According to CUSAT NIRF report 2024, the course-wise median package offered during CUSAT placements 2023 is presented below:

Course

Median Package (2023)

UG 3-year

INR 2.40 LPA

UG 4-year

INR 6 LPA

UG 5-year

INR 4.50 LPA

PG 2-year

INR 4.94 LPA

PG 5-year

INR 6 LPA

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