The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has officially started the registration process for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programmes. Eligible candidates can now apply for various courses offered by the university for the academic session 2026–27.

Registration Schedule and Courses

The registration window for CUSAT CAT 2026 opened on January 27, 2026, and will remain open till March 5, 2026.

Admissions through CAT 2026 will be conducted for multiple programmes, including:

• BTech

• MTech

• MSc

• MA

• LLB

• PhD

Exam Dates and Mode

The entrance examination will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode on the following dates:

• May 9, 2026

• May 10, 2026

• May 11, 2026

Candidates may be allotted different exam dates depending on the test codes selected during registration.

Application Fee

The application fee structure is as follows:

• General category: ₹1,500 (for two test codes)

• SC/ST category: ₹700 (for two test codes)

• Additional fees will be applicable for extra test codes.

• NRI and international candidates will have a separate fee structure.

Eligibility Criteria

CUSAT CAT is conducted for admission to engineering, science, humanities, law, and research programmes.

For BTech courses, candidates must have:

• Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognised board.

Eligibility for other programmes varies according to course requirements.

How to Apply

Candidates must complete the application process online by:

1. Registering on the CUSAT admission portal

2. Filling in personal and academic details

3. Selecting desired programmes and test codes

4. Uploading photograph and signature

5. Paying the application fee online

6. Submitting the form and saving the confirmation page

What Happens Next

After the registration process concludes:

• Admit cards will be released online

• The entrance test will be conducted in May

• Results and counselling schedule will be announced later

Conclusion

The launch of CUSAT CAT 2026 registration marks the beginning of the admission cycle for one of Kerala’s leading universities. Candidates aspiring to pursue UG and PG programmes at CUSAT are advised to complete their applications early and begin exam preparation well in advance of the May examination dates.