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CUSAT Ranking 2025

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Estd. 1971

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CUSAT is a highly regarded institution, consistently recognized by multiple ranking agencies across various categories. Over the years, the institute has maintained strong rankings, securing the #51 rank in the 'Overall' category according to the NIRF ranking 2024.

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CUSAT Ranking Highlights 2025
NIRF Ranking 2025
Times Higher Education Ranking 2025
India Today Ranking 2025
The Week Ranking 2025
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2025
CUSAT Course Ranking
CUSAT Student Reviews

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CUSAT
CUSAT Ranking Highlights 2025

CUSAT is one of the most popular institutes of the country. Most of the ranking bodies have recognised this institute as one of the popular choices among students. The institute has been ranked #50 by the NIRF 2025 under the category Overall, #32 under University, #82 under Management, #13 under Law, and #6 under State Public University. The institute has been ranked well by eminent ranking bodies because of its curriculum, infrastructure and well-qualified faculty. Students can check the article in this space for more details around the CUSAT rankings.

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LL.B.

NIRF, 2025

#13

Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Kerala in 2025->

MBA/PGDM

NIRF, 2025

#82

2nd Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Kerala in 2025->

Law

NIRF, 2025

#13

Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Kerala in 2025->

Business & Management Studies

NIRF, 2025

#50

3rd Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Kerala in 2025->

Science

NIRF, 2025

#18

Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Kerala in 2025->

CUSAT
NIRF Ranking 2025

Based on the rankings from NIRF, CUSAT outperformed numerous other institutes, securing a higher position, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in various factors evaluated by the NIRF ranking system. It has been seen that in the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have shown an increasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2024, CUSAT climbed 12 ranks to #51 rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecu

It has been observed that the institute has displayed an increasing trend in the 'University' category as compared to the ranking of preceding years. In 2024, CUSAT climbed 3 ranks to #34 rank in the 'University' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has ascended in the rankings.

Explore the most recent rankings from other ranking bodies and their respective categories below.

Category	2023	2024	2025
LL.B.	– / –	– / –	13
MBA/PGDM	82	81	82
Law	– / –	– / –	13
Business & Management Studies	– / –	– / –	50
Science	– / –	– / –	18

CUSAT Ranking
NIRF Ranking Comparison

As per the NIRF 2024 rankings, CUSAT achieved a rank #51 in the 'Overall' category. It stands on par with renowned institutions like SIU Pune and NIT Warangal under the NIRF 'Overall' category. Explore the year-wise comparison of CUSAT with other leading institutes below.

CUSAT vs Other Institutes: NIRF Ranking 2024
College Name	Overall 2024
CUSAT	51
Amity University Noida	49
Kalasalingam University	50
SIU Pune	52
NIT Warangal	53

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CUSAT
Times Higher Education Ranking 2025

Times Higher Education has categorized CUSAT under the 'Overall' category, assigning it an overall good score. Furthermore, the institute has received notable rankings in specific criteria such as Employability Weightage and Faculty Quality Weightage, and many more; surpassing the performance of numerous other universities. CUSAT's rankings in 'Overall' category have displayed stability in trend as per the rankings of the previous years. In 2024, CUSAT's rank is #1201, the same as last year's ra

CUSAT Ranking
Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

As per the Times Higher Education ranking 2024, CUSAT has secured rank #1201–1500 and GLA University Mathura has been ranked at #1001–1200. Check the Times Higher Education’s India's Top Government University ranking in the following table:

CUSAT vs Other Institutes: Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
College Name	Overall 2024
Cochin University (CUSAT)	1201–1500
GLA University Mathura	1001–1200
IISER Kolkata	1001–1200
Christ University Bangalore	1201–1500
Karunya University	1201–1500

CUSAT
India Today Ranking 2025

CUSAT has received strong ranks by the India Today under the 'University (Government)' category. Provided parameters including, Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity and Research, the institute is ranked in a good position as compared to other institutes by the India Today 2024.

Check out the latest rankings for other ranking bodies and their categories below.

CUSAT Ranking
India Today Ranking Comparison

CUSAT secured #7 rank in the 'University (Government)' category of India Today 2024 rankings. Its status is comparable to top institutions such as Bharathiar University and RCPAU. Check out how CUSAT compares to other top-ranked universities year by year.

CUSAT vs Other Institutes: India Today Ranking 2024
College Name	University (Government) 2024
CUSAT	7
Osmania University	5
IPU	6
Bharathiar University	8
RCPAU	9

CUSAT
The Week Ranking 2025

As per The Week ranking, CUSAT got higher rank as compared with various other institutes. Check the table for the CUSAT rankings 2023:

CUSAT Ranking
The Week Ranking Comparison

CUSAT has been among the top ranks under various ranking parameters in the 'University' category. In 2023, it was ranked #24 in the 'University' category. Candidates can view the full comparison in the table below:

CUSAT vs Other Institutes: The Week Ranking 2023
College Name	University 2023
Cochin University (CUSAT)	24
Sri Venkateswara University	22
KUK	23
CUSAT	24
Utkal University	26

CUSAT
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2025

Throughout the years, CUSAT QS World University Rankings reveals that the institute is doing really well in various important aspects, like how good the education is, the research they do, how knowledgeable the teachers are, and how well the college runs overall. These positive rankings not only show that the institute has a good reputation but also that it excels in many different areas, as judged by the strict standards set by the QS World University Rankings. It has been observed that the institute has displayed a decreasing trend in the 'Asia' category as compared to the ranking of preceding years. In 2024, CUSAT fell 100 ranks to #651 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings.

In the 'Southern Asia' category, the institute's ranks have descended when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2024, CUSAT fell 59 ranks to #204 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings. Students can check the table below for more details about the CUSAT ranking by the QS World University Rankings:

CUSAT Ranking
QS World University Rankings Ranking Comparison

CUSAT has been given top ranks under various ranking parameters among the other institutes in the 'Asia' category. In 2024, it was ranked #651-700 in the 'Asia' category. Candidates can find a full comparison in the table below:

CUSAT vs Other Institutes: QS World University Rankings 2024
College Name	Asia 2024
Cochin University (CUSAT)	651-700
Shivaji University	601-650
IIIT Allahabad	601-650
Banasthali Vidyapith	651-700
NIT Calicut	651-700

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LL.B.

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NIRF	13

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NIRF	82	81	82

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Infrastructure3.8

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Companies like Amazon, Flipkart, Saplabs, Amadeus, Huawei, TCS, Wipro, IBM, etc., visited the college for placements.

Based on 135 Reviews

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The companies are visiting the college, but due to their ineligibility, students are not placed in those companies.

Based on 42 Reviews

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B.Tech. in Safety and Fire Engineering - Batch of 2027

3.6

5Placements3Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

Other than the contact faculty members, everything is good.

Placements: In B.Tech safety and fire engineering last year, we had about a 100% placement rate, with the highest package being 22 LPA offered by Gail India Pvt Ltd, a median of 7 LPA, and most of the students were placed in the Adani group of construction. The top roles we get after these courses are safety and fire officer and safety design engineer. Cairn Oil and Gas has provided paid internships to multiple students last year.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is basic, nothing more than that. The Wi-Fi is good. Labs are also good, and we do have a great university library and okayish classrooms. The hostels are mostly well-kept, and the mess food is awesome. There is a dedicated sports arena for those who are interested in them.

Faculty: The permanent faculty members are really good and knowledgeable, but the contract faculty members are not so much. The curriculum of the course is relevant to the industry. The exams are quite easy to pass, and quite hard to get good marks. The most permanent faculty members are well qualified with published research papers, and all but the contract faculty members are just postgraduate passouts.

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025Read More

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B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering - Batch of 2026

Offered by TIST - Toc H Institute of Science & Technology

4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

I am almost satisfied with the college. Really good infrastructure and facilities.

Placements: About 75% of students are getting placed. If you are skilled, then the college will support you to the maximum, and they will provide opportunities for 100%. Placement coordinators are encouraging and providing training with utmost sincerity and seriousness. Top recruiters are TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, etc. About 50% of students are getting internship opportunities. Top roles offered include software engineer, full-stack developer, etc. The highest package is above 10 LPA, and average is 6 LPA - 7 LPA. The lowest salary will be about 3 LPA - 4 LPA.

Infrastructure: College is providing good infrastructure and facilities. Classrooms are well maintained and furnished, and all classrooms as well as lab are under camera surveillance. They provide a good Wi-Fi connection. I am a hosteler, and it is also maintained properly. Food quality is also okay. They have proper schedule as well as food menu and follow it properly.

Faculty: Faculty members are well experienced, and you can witness 30% faculty will move to government colleges or to industries for much exposure after 1 year of experience. Faculty members are very friendly and their teaching methods are good. KTU syllabus will not make students ready for the industry. For that we cannot blame college but this college is providing special training for students according to the latest trends in industry where they will provide 3 options. We can choose any domain and train according.

Other: I am very much interested in computer science. It is very competitive field and getting a job is not easy. But due to current situation and recession, we are facing some difficulties. University should change its syllabus and train students for the industry, not only for marks, but companies need skilled workers. Around 1500 students studying in the college. I don't feel much crowd, they are conducting many events in a grand manner. The main festival in Advay. Around 300 students are there in hostel. College is 20 KM away from Ernakulam, the nearest town in Arakkunnam, Mulanthuruthy, and Piravom. The railway station is 5 KM from college, and 500 meters from the bus stop.

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025Read More

Anonymous

M.A. in Applied Economics - Batch of 2023

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Overall, the best university for an M.A. in Applied Economics course

Placements: 85% of students secured placements, and 70% of our seniors found placements while the remainder pursued their own projects. The maximum package was 10 LPA, the minimum was 1 LPA, and the average was 5 LPA. Numerous enterprises arrived here seeking job positions. 60% of students secured internships across various companies. Roles included data analyst, policy analyst, and others.

Infrastructure: Rooms come with a pair of fans, and there is a continuous supply of water and electricity available around the clock. The meals offered are of high quality, providing nutritious shakes, milk, and fruits during breakfast. Enrollment is completed online via the college's official website, and the costs are fair and manageable for students.

Faculty: Our college's professors and Head of Department are really supportive. Despite the problems with the Diploma, they helped me. The course syllabus is appropriate. The training and placement section teaches students how to participate in interviews, succeed in group discussions, and manage simulated assessments, among other things. The semester exam is quite difficult, with a pass rate of about 45%.

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025Read More

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2024

Offered by TIST - Toc H Institute of Science & Technology

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

College campus is clean and hygienic. Also, the faculties and the placement record are impressive.

Placements: Our college placement cell is always active and always thinks about the best for the students. Every year, the placement record here is above 90%. Many of our seniors and I have got job offers in various famous companies like Vice, TCS, Wipro, etc. Also, many of us get the opportunity to study abroad for higher studies. The salary package here is four LPA.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure base of our college is beautiful and well-equipped. There is air conditioning in every class. In addition, the classrooms here are quite large and bright. The college has a large library with a large number of books from home and abroad. There is also a playground, gym center, and free Wi-Fi on the campus.

Faculty: Faculty members are all very good and help the students in every way. They are all experienced, and most of them are Ph.D. holders. Through various project practicals, the students are prepared for external interviews and working in companies. The pass rate here is more than 85% every year.

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025Read More

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B.Tech. in in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2025

Offered by College of Engineering, Chengannur

3.6

4Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Strong placements but average campus life.

Placements: I recently graduated in 2025 from the computer science and engineering Branch. From my personal experience, the college has a very good placement record. In 2025, a total of 208 jobs were offered across all the branches, and 129 students were placed. The average package ranges around 3.5 LPA-4 LPA. Top recruiters include Amazon, IBM, UST, TCS, Cognizant, EY, Federal Bank, Infosys, Schneider Electric, etc. Placement opportunities are best in CSE, with around 70%-80% of students in the branch getting placed.

Infrastructure: The college infrastructure is decent and includes most essential facilities, but there is still room for improvement. Facilities such as well-maintained classrooms, library, and fab labs are available, although some of the department-specific labs could be better maintained. Wi-Fi is available, but the connectivity is not always reliable. The canteen is decent and hygienic, and the hostels are okay.

Faculty: The faculty is one of the strong points of the college. Most of the faculty members are well-qualified and approachable. They maintain a good teaching standard and are encouraging. The course curriculum is relevant and aligned with university guidelines. With the right effort and guidance, students can become industry-ready. The pass percentage is generally high, and students who put in a reasonable amount of effort usually clear the exams without much trouble.

Other: The one area where the college might fall short is campus life. If you are expecting a vibrant campus life filled with frequent events and fests, then CEC might not fully meet your expectations. While there are events and activities conducted occasionally, they are not as frequent as those in some other colleges. So, if you are looking for a college that focuses strongly on academics, CEC is a great choice. However, if you are someone who prioritizes a dynamic campus life, you may want to weigh your options.

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025Read More

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M.Tech. in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) - Batch of 2024

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Renowned name in engineering college.

Placements: The placement in our course was approximately 70%. The highest package offered was 36 LPA. The average package in our course was around 8 LPA. Top recruiters for our course were Larsen & Turbo, GMR Infrastructure, etc. Approximately 40% of students secured an internship.

Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for our course were tremendous. Library was present on the campus. Labs were properly maintained and well-equipped with instruments and machinery. The hostel facility was also good. All necessary facilities, like fresh drinking water and clean washrooms were available.

Faculty: The teachers were helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. The teaching quality of our faculty was good. Their teaching method was fabulous. The course curriculum was relevant and approved by the Indian Engineers. Semester examinations were at a moderate level. Almost all students passed the exam.

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025Read More

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What is the average package offered during CUSAT placements?

Answered 2 weeks ago

The CUSAT mediocre package offered during the placement drive of academic year 2024 stood at INR 7.32 LPA. The following table showcases the average package offered in 2024 placements at CUSAT:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package (overall)	INR 7.32 LPA

The CUSAT average package offered to MBA students during CUSAT placement between 2021 and 2023 are presente

Vishakha

Contributor-Level 10

What is the highest package offered to MBA students during the recent CUSAT placements?

Answered 2 weeks ago

As per the announcement, the highest package offered to the MBA students during the CUSAT placement 2024 was INR 21.20 LPA. The MBA batch 2023 students were the recipients of 144 job offers in total from the top-notch companies.

Kartik Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

How to get admission to the MCA programme at CUSAT?

Answered 2 weeks ago

Admission to MCA at CUSAT Kochi is decided on entrance examination. Students can go to the university admission page (admission.cusat.ac.in) to register themselves for CUSAT CAT (Common Admission Test). Admission to MCA is as per the CUSAT CAT score. Students with an acceptable score in the examina

Piyush Jain

Contributor-Level 10

How to reach Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi?

Answered 2 weeks ago

CUSAT is located in the city of Kochi in Kerala and is situated in a beautiful neighborhood. Students can arrive at the Cochin International Airport and take a 25-minute drive to reach the university campus. For students opting for rail travel, they can arrive at the Ernakulam Junction Railway Stati

Tanisha Pandey

Contributor-Level 10

How supportive are the faculty members of CUSAT in helping students with their academic and personal goals?

Answered 2 weeks ago

Intellectuals of Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) are very much supportive of the students in their academic and personal goals. Students express that the faculty is committed, seasoned, and supportive. The employees in the educational sector are committed and experienced and thus

Rachit Kumar

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