CUSAT offers a full-time 4-year BTech program further divided into 8 semesters under 11 different specializations. CUSAT also offers B.Tech (Lateral Entry) & BTech (LEET) programS. CUSAT B.Tech Admission is based on valid scores in the CUSAT CAT Entrance Exam. The university accepts CUSAT CAT Scores for all B.Tech programs except Marine Engineering. For B.Tech in Marine Engineering, the applicants need to appear for the Common Entrance Test conducted by Indian Maritime University (IMU) and the admission shall be based on the IMU rank.

The minimum eligibility criteria to secure a position at the CUSAT B.Tech program is a minimum of 60% in 10+2 examinations. CUSAT B.Tech fee may vary from INR 36,750 - INR 1,68,000 Per Annum. 

CUSAT B.Tech Admission Important Dates 

CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024 will be based on CUSAT CAT 2024 scores. Here are some important dates for CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024. 

CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024 Important Dates
Last Date to Apply  March 15, 2024.
Admit Card Release Date 1 May, 2024 – 12 May, 2024. 
CUSAT CAT 2024 Exam Dates May 10, 2024, May 11, 2024 & May 12, 2024. 

CUSAT B.Tech Specializations

Here is a list of specializations offered by CUSAT for B.Tech programs. 

CUSAT B.Tech Specializations
Civil Engineering Computer Science & Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering Instrumentation and Control Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering
Information Technology Mechanical Engineering Safety and Fire Engineering Marine Engineering Polymer Science & Engineering
Naval Architecture and Ship Building

CUSAT B.Tech Eligibility 

The minimum qualification required for CUSAT B.Tech. programmes are mentioned below: 

  • Pass in 101+2 Examination of the State of Kerala or any other examination accepted as equivalent thereto with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as optional subjects securing a separate minimum of 50% marks in Mathematics and 50% marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together.
  • Candidates belonging to Kerala Scheduled Caste (KSC) and Kerala Scheduled Tribe (KST) communities are eligible for applying, if they have minimum pass marks in the qualifying examination. 
  •  SEBC candidates of Kerala State belonging to non-creamy layer category are eligible for 5% relaxation in the minimum required marks for the qualifying examination. 

CUSAT B.Tech Selection Criteria 

  • Candidates are selected on the basis of their performance in the CUSAT CAT Examination, conducted by the institute for all B.Tech courses except Marine Engineering. 
  • Students who wish to get admission for B.Tech Marine Engineering at KMSME in CUSAT, should register for CAT 2024, select Programme B.Tech and complete the center selection step also. The applicants need to appear for the Common Entrance Test conducted by Indian Maritime University (IMU) and the admission shall be based on the IMU rank. 

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CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024

Candidates are selected on the basis of their performance in the CUSAT CAT Examination conducted by the institute. 

How to Apply for CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024?

  • Step 1: Visit the official website of the college.
  • Step 2: Select the New Candidate Registration by submitting the details correctly and later on activate the link for creating the user account.
  • Step 3: Click on the start registration and start filling in the personal and academic details.
  • Step 4: Upload a passport size photograph and signature.
  • Step 5: Choose the UG program and ensure all the details are filled in correctly.
  • Step 6: A short review of the submitted details is provided so you can again view if all the details are correct or not. After this review is observed you cannot edit the details.
  • Step 7: Do the payment of the Application form after confirming the review and submit the form.
  • Step 8: Take a copy of the application form for future reference.

CUSAT B.Tech FAQs 

Ques. Is CUSAT good for BTech?

Ans. After IIT's and NIT's, CUSAT is the best college to join. Being a Government college you have all the facilities and good academics offered. You get to experience at hands. Many workshops and activities are held and organized by the college so you can gain practical and Industrial skills. Placement opportunities are well provided by top most companies. So you will never regret joining CUSAT.

Ques. Can I change my branch after the first year in CUSAT BTech?

Ans. Yes, you can. Every college provides options for you to choose the interested branch. Usually, GPA is taken under consideration while changing. Unlike other colleges, CUSAT takes your CAT score for consideration. So you don’t have to worry even if your GPA is less.

Ques. How can candidates apply for CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024?

Ans. Steps to apply for CUSAT B.Tech are given below:

  • Visit the official website of the college.
  • Complete new candidate registration and create a user account.
  • Fill in personal and academic details, upload photograph and signature.
  • Choose the UG program and review the submitted details.
  • Make payment of the application form and submit it.
  • Take a copy of the application form for future reference.

Ques. How are candidates selected for CUSAT B.Tech programs?

Ans. The candidates are selected on the basis of following:

  • Selection is based on performance in the CUSAT CAT Examination for all B.Tech courses except Marine Engineering.
  • For B.Tech Marine Engineering, candidates need to appear for the Common Entrance Test conducted by Indian Maritime University (IMU), and admission is based on IMU rank.

Ques. What are the important dates for CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024?

Ans. The important dates for CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024 are as follows:

  • The last date to apply for CUSAT B.Tech Admission 2024 is March 15, 2024.
  • The admit card will be released between May 1, 2024, and May 12, 2024.
  • CUSAT CAT 2024 exam dates are scheduled for May 10, 2024, May 11, 2024, and May 12, 2024.