What is the Section-Wise weightage in the CUSAT CAT exam?
Weightage of each section in CUSAT CAT is as follows:
For Test Code 101
Subjects | No of Questions | Time in Minutes | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
Physics & Chemistry (combined) | 135 Questions (Physics - 75 Questions and Chemistry - 60 Questions) | 105 minutes | 405 |
Mathematics | 90 Questions | 75 minutes | 270 |
Total | 225 Questions | 180 minutes | 675 |
For Test Code 104
Subjects | No of Questions | Time in Minutes | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
Physics & Chemistry (combined) | 135 Questions (Physics - 75 Questions and Chemistry - 60 Questions) | 105 minutes | 405 |
Biology | 90 Questions | 75 minutes | 270 |
Total | 225 Questions | 180 minutes | 675 |
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CUSAT first releases a provisional (preliminary) key to let candidates spot errors and submit formal complaints. After a panel of subject experts reviews these inputs, a rectified final answer key is published, which cannot be challenged further.
No, the CUSAT CAT B.Tech test (Test Code 101) does not include English or Logical Reasoning. It consists strictly of PCM questions.
The syllabus of CUSAT CAT is aligned with the NCERT/CBSE Class 11 and 12 curriculum. Because Kerala State Board textbooks closely follow NCERT guidelines, preparing with standard NCERT resources covers both boards effectively.
Yes. Candidates belonging to SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes), EWS, and SC/ST categories receive relaxation in cutoff ranks compared to the General category.
Yes. CUSAT has two main campuses offering B.Tech: the main campus in Kochi (School of Engineering) and the Kuttanad campus (CUCEK). The main campus cutoffs are significantly tighter than those for CUCEK.
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