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    CUSAT CAT 2023: Exam Pattern, Marking Scheme & Syllabus

    CUSAT CAT 2023 exam pattern is released by the university. As per CUSAT CAT 2023 exam pattern, the exam will be held in online mode for 3 hours. The University will conduct the exam from April 29 to May 1, 2023, 2023, to provide students admission into various courses, including, B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Phil, M.Voc, MCA, B.Sc, M.Sc, B.A.LLB, LLM.

    • CUSAT CAT 2023 will contain around 150 questions for all major courses except engineering.
    • The engineering exam will contain 250 questions and the exam for Lateral entry students will contain 200 questions the exam will be conducted for 3 hours.
    • Each question will be allotted 3 marks for the correct answer and for every incorrect answer 1 mark will be deducted.
    • Questions will be framed as per the syllabus and equal weightage will be given to all topics.

    Knowing the subject-wise division will eventually help candidates to strategize and conceptualize each concept or sub-topic with a high mark of attention. 

    CUSAT CAT 2023 Exam Pattern Highlights 

    Exam ModeOnline 
    Type of QuestionsMCQ
    Total Number of Questions250 questions are asked
    LanguageEnglish
    Time Duration3 hours 
    Marking Scheme+3 will be awarded for every correct answer
    Negative Marking-1 will be deducted for every wrong answer
    Course-wise CUSAT Pattern

    Course-wise CUSAT CAT 2023 Exam Pattern

    1. B.Tech 

    SubjectsNumber of questions
    Chemistry50
    Physics75
    Mathematics125

    1. B.Com/BBA/LLB

    SubjectsNumber of questions
    General English 50
    Logical Reasoning50
    GK & Current Affairs25
    Law related matters25

    1. LLB

    SubjectsNumber of questions
    General English & Comprehension50
    Logical Reasoning50
    GK & Current Affairs25
    Legal Aptitude50

    1. LLM

    SubjectsNumber of questions
    Mathematics75
    Logical Reasoning75
    CUSAT Marking Scheme

    CUSAT CAT 2023 Marking Scheme

    CourseNo. of questionsMaximum marksMinimum marksCorrect answerIncorrect answer
    Engineering250750 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    B.Tech- Lateral Entry200600 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    M.Sc Computer Science150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    B B A, LLB (Hons), B.Com,150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    LLM150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    M.A Hindi150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    MCA150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    PG Program150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    M.A Applied Economics150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    Engineering Science150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    Life Science150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    Integrated Dual Degree Programme of LLM (IP) and LLM(IPR)150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    Master of Vocation – Mobile Phone Application Development150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
    Master of Vocation – Technology and Management Consulting150450 marks10 marksThree marks will be awarded for every right answerOne mark will be deducted for every wrong answer

    The candidate should understand one thing very clearly for every incorrect answer the -1 will be deducted from the paper and for every correct answer the candidate will be awarded +3 respectively. 

    The candidate needs to at least score a minimum of 10 marks in each subject to acquire a name in the merit list (the qualification will solely depend on the score in the CUSAT CAT 2023 exam). 

    The university according to its instruction won’t entail any negative marking to the candidate for any unanswered questions. If the question in the exam is wrong, then the candidate is destined to get full marks on that very question, as per the instruction from the university concerned.

    CUSAT Syllabus

    CUSAT CAT 2023 Syllabus

    CoursePaperSyllabus
    EngineeringMathematics & Science-Mathematics This includes Number System - Sequences, Series, Complex Numbers Equations - Quadratic Equations, Differential Equations Logical and Reasoning - Sets, Relations, Functions, Mathematical Reasoning Algebra - Vector Algebra, Matrices, Determinants Geometry - Coordinate Geometry Integrals – Calculus Physics The topics in physics include Electronics - Current Electricity Velocity - Laws of Motions, Oscillation, and Waves Gravitations Basis - Physics, Measurement Isotopes - Atom and Nuclei Forces - Gravitation, Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism Transmission - Communications Systems Kinetic Theory of Gases Light - Optics Temperature - Thermodynamics Chemistry The topics in Chemistry include Atomic Study - Atomic Structure, Hydrogen, Chemical Bonding, Molecular Structure, Hydrocarbons Organic Chemistry - Characterization and Purification Environmental Chemistry Surface Chemistry Kinetics - Chemical Kinetics Matter - States, Block Elements Equilibrium
    B.Tech Programmes – Lateral Entry- English, Mathematics Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Graphics, General Engineering-The English section will contain questions relating to vocabulary, cognitive skills, comprehension, and grammar Mathematics – Basics, Algebra, Geometry, Equations, etc. The Engineering subjects will comprise the syllabus of the first two years-
    M.Sc Computer Science & MCA –Lateral EntryComputer Science and Applications, Logical Reasoning- Computer Science This will cover C, C++. DBMS, OS, Algorithms, etc. Logical Reasoning Pictorial representations, Logical decoding, Basic Maths, etc.
    BBA LLB (Hons) & B.Com LLB (Hons)Law, Reasoning, General English, Current AffairsThe syllabus of Law will comprise of the subjects relating to the Bar Council of India
    L L MLaw, Reasoning, General English, Current AffairsThe syllabus of Law will comprise of the subjects relating to the Bar Council of India
    M A HindiHindi
    PG ProgrammesThis will contain questions from the subject itselfThe entire syllabus of the subject
    M.A Applied EconomicsEconomics, Mathematics, Statistics, General Awareness
    LL BLaw, Reasoning, General English, Current AffairsThe syllabus of Law will comprise of the subjects relating to the Bar Council of India
    Integrated Dual Degree Programme of LLM (IP) and LLM(IPR)AptitudeThis will contain questions from English Proficiency, Current Affairs, Logical reasoning, Analytics, and Research
    Master of Vocation – Mobile Phone Application DevelopmentMathematics, Logical ReasoningRefer S.No 1 for Mathematics and S No 2 for Logical reasoning
    Master of Vocation – Technology & Management ConsultingAptitudeThis will contain questions from English Proficiency, Current Affairs in Technology and business, Logical reasoning, Analytics, and Research
    MCAMathematics, Logical ReasoningRefer S.No 1 for Mathematics and S No 2 for Logical reasoning

    Once the candidate gets hold of the syllabus, that half of the part is done but for effective preparation, it is always advised to conceptualize and bifurcate each part in a form of routine effectively so as to target each topic, its surrounding boundary thus leaving no stone unturned/. Strategize the part by solving the mock test papers which are of great importance as it will not only improve the time management skills but also leave them in the real exam tone.

    CheckCUSAT CAT 2023 Question Papers

    Important Instructions

    CUSAT CAT 2023 Important Instructions

    The candidate applying for theCUSAT CAT 2023 will have to follow a certain set of instructions on the exam day so as to avoid complications.

    • Candidates will be given a rough sheet for working and calculations.
    • You can carry a set of stationary inclusive of a pen, paper, eraser, sharpener, and scale.
    • Electronic items of any kind are prohibited inside the exam hall.
    • The candidate will be checked before the start of the exam.
    • If the invigilator finds any kind of unauthorized materials, then the candidate might be disqualified.
    • Carefully plan and work out each level as the exam screen will automatically log out at the end of three hours.
    • The list of question numbers will be displayed on the right side of the screen; this will help the candidate from knowing the number of questions answered the questions to be rechecked and the questions that you might not know the answer for.
    • The questions will be coded in three colors for identification purposes.
    Frequently Asked Questions

    CUSAT CAT 2023 Exam Pattern FAQs

    Ques. Will there be any negative marking in CUSAT CAT 2023?

    Ans. The candidate appearing for CUSAT CAT 2023 for every incorrect answer will get a deduction of 1 mark.

    Ques. How can I use the OMR Sheet effectively in CUSAT CAT 2023?

    Ans. The student should not cut the OMR sheet in CUSAT CAT 2023 or draw lines as it will lead to the cancellation of the paper. The candidate is advised to use a pencil to mark the answers first than during the final hour fill it with a pen. 

    Ques. What is the minimum mark I need to score to qualify for CUSAT CAT 2023?

    Ans. The minimum mark that the candidate needs to qualify for CUSAT CAT 2023 is 10 marks.

    Ques. I am an MCA student. How many questions do I need to attempt?

    Ans. The candidate who is opting for MCA Degree through CUSAT CAT 2023, needs to attempt 150 questions in the time frame of 3 hours.

    Ques. I am not good at English. Can I give CUSAT CAT 2023 exam in my mother tongue?

    Ans. No, the university will conduct the CUSAT CAT 2023 in English only.

    *The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College

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