CUSAT (Cochin University of Science and Technology)
CUSAT CAT Exam Pattern 2027 — Complete Question Paper Structure
Understand the marking scheme, section weights, question distribution and time strategy for Cochin University of Science and Technology — Common Admission Test
Exam Pattern at a Glance
Exam Mode
Offline (OMR)
Language
English, Hindi & Regional
Negative Marking
None
Sections
3
Section-wise Pattern
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks per Q | Total Marks | Time (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics (75) | 83 | +1 | 83 | 60 min |
| Mathematics (100) | 83 | +1 | 83 | 60 min |
| Chemistry (75) | 84 | +1 | 84 | 60 min |
| Total | 250 | — | 250 | 180 min |
Time is indicative. Candidates can attempt sections in any order in CBT mode.
Marking Scheme
Correct Answer
+1
marks
Wrong Answer
None
marks
Unattempted
0
marks
Marking Scheme
+1 for correct, no negative marking
Example Calculation:
If you attempt 150 questions, get 113 correct and 37 wrong:
Score = 113 × 1 = 113 marks
Skip questions you're unsure about — negative marking can reduce your score significantly.
Time Management Strategy
You have approximately 43.2 seconds per question on average.
| Phase | Time Budget | Target Questions |
|---|---|---|
| First pass (attempt easy Qs) | 108 min | 175 Qs |
| Second pass (attempt medium) | 54 min | 50 Qs |
| Review & guess | 18 min | Remaining |
Year-wise Pattern Changes
| Year | Questions | Duration | Key Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 250 | 180 min | Current pattern |
| 2024 | 250 | 180 min | No major change |
| 2023 | 250 | 180 min | Section added |
Pattern history is approximate. Always check official notification.
Difficulty Distribution
Approximate question count: ~50 Easy | ~100 Medium | ~100 Hard
Based on difficulty level: hard. Actual distribution may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
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