CUSAT Opens CAT 2026 Registrations, Signalling Start of the Admission Cycle

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has opened registrations for its Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026, formally marking the beginning of the university’s admission process for the upcoming academic year. The entrance examination will serve as the gateway for admissions across a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including MTech and MBA courses, and will be conducted through the university’s official test portal.

CUSAT CAT remains a centralised mechanism through which the university screens candidates for its professional and academic offerings. Applicants seeking admission to engineering, science, technology, management and allied programmes are required to complete the registration process online, adhering to eligibility criteria and timelines laid down by the university. The test continues to play a crucial role in determining access to one of Kerala’s leading public universities.

The opening of registrations comes at a time when entrance examinations across the country are under increased scrutiny for transparency, accessibility and administrative efficiency. As competition intensifies, the timely dissemination of information and a streamlined application process become critical for aspirants navigating multiple admission calendars.

For students, particularly those planning admissions across institutions, the CAT 2026 announcement serves as an early signal to align preparation and applications accordingly. How smoothly the process unfolds will be closely watched in an increasingly crowded entrance exam landscape.