CUSAT CAT Registration 2026 Begins: Check Eligibility, Apply Steps

The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) is inviting applications for the CUSAT Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026. This test is to select the students for both the undergrad and postgrad courses at the university. The application process opened on 27th January 2026 and the candidates can fill the form through the official CUSAT admission portal.

CUSAT CAT is an entrance test held out yearly for B.Tech., M.Tech., MSc, MA, LLB, and PhD programs in various departments. The test is scheduled to be conducted on three consecutive days, i.e. from 9th to 11th May 2026. Students are advised to carefully go through the instructions, eligibility criteria, and important dates before submitting the application forms.

Courses offered through CUSAT CAT 2026

CUSAT CAT 2026 will be the basis of admission for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The entrance test at the undergraduate level is mainly for BTech programmes in engineering and technology.

For postgraduate admissions, MTech, MSc, MA, and LLB will be the courses for which the exam is held. Also, the test will be utilised for admission to PhD programmes in specified departments as per the rules of the university.

CUSAT CAT 2026 Key Dates

Who can apply?

The candidates who want to be educated at CUSAT through CAT 2026 are required to fulfil the eligibility conditions of the respective course they are going to take. The requirements for different courses may vary with regard to subjects and educational background.

Candidates need to complete the online registration process through the official website for admission to CUSAT. They are responsible for submitting the filled application form along with the required documents and remitting the application fee. Students should keep the hard copy of the application form and the payment reference for future use.