CUSAT CAT 2025 exam pattern: Total questions, Marking scheme, Duration

Cochin University of Science and Technology - Common Admission Test 2025 ( CUSAT CAT )

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CUSAT CAT Exam Pattern 2025 - The Cochin University of Science and Technology will soon release the CUSAT CAT 2025 exam pattern on its official website at admissions.cusat.ac.in. Applicants must know the details of the CUSAT CAT exam pattern 2025 for their preparations. Candidates seeking admission through the CUSAT 2025 Exam must be well aware of the CUSAT CAT pattern and CUSAT CAT syllabus before filling the CUSAT CAT 2025 Application form. The CUSAT CAT exam pattern 2025 comprises the marking scheme, duration of the exam, number of questions, and other relevant information of the CUSAT CAT 2025.

Along with the exam pattern, candidates can also refer to the CUSAT CAT previous year's question papers for their preparations. Candidates can prioritize the topics and manage time having information. For more details about the CUSAT CAT exam pattern in 2025 read below;

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Q:   What is the total worth of each section in the CUSAT CAT question paper?

A:

The questions in the Physics section and in the Chemistry section are of three hundred marks, and the questions in the Mathematics section are of three hundred marks. Therefore, the total marks are six hundred. It is to be noted that there will be negative marking, and one mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. And for a correct answer, three marks will be awarded.

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CUSAT CAT 2025 Exam Pattern

The exam authority will update the CUSAT CAT 2025 exam pattern on the official website or in the official CUSAT CAT-2025 prospectus. The CUSAT CAT 2025 exam will incorporate questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. All the questions will be asked in a multiple-choice format with four alternatives. Applicants will get a total of 3 hours to complete the CUSAT CAT 2025 exam. For more details, candidates can refer to the table below for tentative CUSAT CAT 2025 Schedule;

CUSAT CAT- 2025 Exam Pattern: For Test Code 101(PCM)

Subjects

Total Questions

Marks

Duration in Minutes

Mathematics

90

270

75

Physics

75

225

60

Chemistry

60

180

45

Total

225

675

180

CUSAT CAT- 2025  Exam Pattern: For Test Code 104 (PCB)

Subjects

Total Questions

Marks

Duration in Minutes

Biology

90

270

75

Physics

75

225

60

Chemistry

60

180

45

Total

225

675

180

Some Important Points;

  • For each right answer, three (3) marks will be awarded and for each wrong answer one (1) mark will be deducted.
  • In case of a tie, the marks of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry in the CAT will be considered in the same order.
  • A minimum of 10 marks have to be scored separately for Mathematics and 10 marks for Physics and Chemistry combined, in the CAT examination for ranking the candidates for B.Tech. programs.

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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.

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Q:   How many questions will be asked in the CUSAT CAT entrance exam?

A:

In the CUSAT CAT question paper, there will be two hundred questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Applicants will be given 3 hours to complete the exam. The exam authority will provide the CUSAT CAT exam pattern on the official website. The CUSAT CAT 2024 question paper consists of questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. As per the CUSAT CAT exam pattern 2024, all the questions will be asked in a multiple-choice format with four alternatives.

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CUSAT Exam Pattern 2025 - Marking scheme

The exam authority will updtae the marking scheme for the CUSAT CAT on the official website. As per the CUSAT exam pattern, applicants will be awarded three marks for each correct answer, while there will be a negative marking of one mark for each incorrect answer. For more details, candidates can check the table given below. 

CUSAT UG 2024 marking scheme: For test code 101

Papers

Subjects

Total Marks

Paper 1

Mathematics

270 marks

Paper 2

Physics

225 marks (Physics)

180 marks (Chemistry)

Chemistry

Total

675 marks

CUSAT UG 2024 marking scheme: For test code 104

Papers

Subjects

Total Questions

Paper 1

Biology

270 marks

Paper 2

Physics

 

225 marks (Physics)

180 marks (Chemistry)

 

Chemistry

Total

675 marks

Q:   How many marks will be deducted for the wrong answer (s) in CUSAT CAT exam?

A:

For each wrong answer, there will be a deduction of one mark only. Applicants will be awarded three marks for every correct answer in the CUSAT CAT exam. The pattern of the CUSAT CAT exam comprises the marking scheme, duration of the exam, number of questions asked, etc. It is also important to have a clear understanding of the CUSAT CAT syllabus and exam pattern. Candidates can also refer to the CUSAT previous year question papers to analyse the questions and help in preparation.

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Q:   How many maximum marks are required to clear CUSAT CAT exam?

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CUSAT CAT question paper comprises the questions of six hundred seventy five marks. The questions in CUSAT exam will be asked from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology. According to the CUSAT exam pattern, candidates will be awarded three marks for each correct answer while there will be a negative marking of one mark for each incorrect answer. As per the CUSAT CAT 2023 prospectus:

For test code 101

Papers

Subjects

Total Questions

Paper 1

Mathematics

270 marks

Paper 2

Physics

225 marks

180 marks

Chemistry

Total

675 marks

 For test code 104

Papers

Subjects

Total Questions

Paper 1

Biology

270 marks

Paper 2

Physics

225 marks

180 marks

Chemistry

Total

675 marks

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CUSAT CAT syllabus 2025

The Cochin University of Science and Technology will release the CUSAT CAT 2025 syllabus on the official website. Applicants who will appear for the exam must go through the syllabus of CUSAT CAT to ace the exam with a good score. The syllabus comprises important topics and chapters asked in the exam. Applicants can also use the syllabus to prepare an effective strategy to ace the exam. 

Q:   Is buying an online test series helpful for candidates preparing for the CUSAT CAT exam?

A:

During the CUSAT CAT exam preparation journey, if possible, candidates should buy an online test series. It is to be noted here that it is not necessary to buy the CUSAT CAT-specific test series. Candidates can buy any test series of engineering entrance examinations, like the online test series of JEE Main, UPSEE, etc., which are easily available on various online platforms. Practicing test series or mock tests is necessary during CUSAT CAT preparation as it will help to understand time management, boost confidence levels, and determine loopholes.

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Q:   Which topics are included in the Mathematics section of the CUSAT CAT Exam?

A:

Check below for the following chapters of Mathematics that are important:

  • Sets, Relations and Functions
  • Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
  • Matrices and Determinants
  • Permutations and Combinations
  • Mathematical Induction
  • Sequences and Series
  • Limit, Continuity and Differentiability
  • Differential Equations
  • Three Dimensional Geometry
  • Vector Algebra
  • Statistics and Probability
  • Trigonometry
  • Mathematical Reasoning, etc.

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CUSAT CAT 2025 exam pattern FAQs

Scroll down to know the frequently asked questions related to the CUSAT CAT exam pattern.

Q:   How many questions will there be in the CUSAT CAT Exam Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics section?

A:

Candidates have to complete the CUSAT CAT exam in three hours. The questions asked are in multiple-choice format with four alternatives. Check below for the exam pattern for the CUSAT UG exam as per the CUSAT CAT 2024 prospectus.

For Test Code 101

Papers

Subjects

Total Questions

Paper 1

Mathematics

90

Paper 2

Physics

75

Chemistry

60

Total

225

 

 For Test Code 104

Papers

Subjects

Total Questions

Paper 1

Biology

90

Paper 2

Physics

75

Chemistry

60

Total

225

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Answered 2 months ago

The Cochin University of Science and Technology will release the common result of all candidates in the form of a CUSAT CAT Rank list. Candiates can check below for the step-by-step process to download the CUSAT CAT result:

  • Visit the CUSAT CAT official website; admissions.cusat.ac.in
  • Click on the Rank

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Answered 2 months ago

The normalisation procedure depends on the number of shifts and difficulty level of the exam. Candidates must know that normalisation process will be applicable if the CUSAT CAT exam is conducted in multiple shift and all shifts were found to have different level. If the CUSAT CAT exam is conducted

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The CUSAT CAT Rank list is prepared considering several factors. The exam authority prepares the Rank list only for the qualified candidates. All candidates who have scored a minimum 10 marks in each of three subjects namely Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Although Kerala SC and ST candidates d

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Answered 2 months ago

The CUSAT  releases two form of the CUSAT CAT answer key; Provisional answer key and Final answer key. Candidates can check the CUSAT CAT provisional answer key before the final answer key and challenge the wrong question/ answers as per the provisional answer key, if they feel so for any question.

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Answered 2 months ago

Candidates must have good resources while preparing for the CUSAT CAT preparation. Candidates can check the best recommandation for CUSAT CAT 2025 books;

  • For Physics
    • NCERT of class XI and class XII
    • HC Verma volume 1 and 2
    • For reference candidates can also use the JEE mains books.
  • For Chemistry
    • NCERT of cl

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Answered 2 months ago

The Cochin University of Science and Techonology releases the CUSAT CAT admit card before the exam date. Candidates must download the CUSAT CAT admit card and carry the admit card in the examination hall. All the important details related to the CUSAT CAT will be printed in the admit card. Candidate

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Answered 2 months ago

Generally JEE Mains question paper is considered to be tougher than the CUSAT CAT question paper. The level of toughness depends on several factors such as preparation, time allotted, type of questions, exam pattern, etc. Candidates can get a better idea of dificuty level of the exam by solving the

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, All the CUSAT CAT question papers are provided with the final answerkey. Candidates can check and download the CUSAT CAT previous year papers with the respective answer key. Candidates can download the final answer key along with the answer key from the offcial CUSAT CAT library. Candidates can

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CUSAT CAT previous year papers are very useful tool for better preparation. Candidates can use CUSAT CAT PYQs in varoius ways, some of the major benefits of the solving CUSAT CAT papers are listed below;

  • candidates get to know actual exam like question with the help of pyqs.
  • Candidates learn how to at

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Candidates can utilize previous year papers to get a better understanding of the exam and practice enough to clear the exam. Candidates can follow easy steps to access the CUSAT CAT previous year papers;

  • Visit the official CUSAT CAT digital library (Search in google for CUSAT CAT PYQ the link will ap

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