Dinesh Senior Content Specialist | Updated On - Mar 27, 2024
CUSAT CAT (Cochin University of Science and Technology Common Admission Test) is the university level entrance examination conducted by CUSAT University, Kerala for admission into various undergraduate and postgraduate level programs offered by its affiliated colleges and departments. CUSAT CAT aims to select deserving candidates for admission based on their academic merit and aptitude.
The CUSAT CAT exam tests students on their quantitative ability, logical reasoning, and language proficiency through a multiple choice based paper. In addition to the core subjects, there are some program specific sections as well depending on the disciplines the student is seeking admission into. The exam is held typically during April-May every year. In 2024, the tentative months for CUSAT CAT exam dates would be April-May 2024.
CUSAT CAT 2024 Syllabus
Physics Chemistry Mathematics
Moving Charges And Magnetism
Chemical Kinetics
Continuity And Differentiability
Thermal Properties Of Matter
Equilibrium
Limits And Derivatives
Dual Nature Of Radiation And Matter
Chemistry In Everyday Life
Probability
Kinetic Theory
General Principles And Process Of Isolation Of Elements
Matrices
Gravitation
Redox Reactions
Straight Lines
Motion In A Straight Line
Thermodynamics
Binomial Theorem
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
Current Electricity
The D And F Block Elements
Linear Programming
Electric Charges And Fields
The P - Block Elements
Determinants
Mechanical Properties Of Fluids
Hydrogen
Conic Sections
Electromagnetic Waves
Aldehydes, Ketones And Carboxylic Acids
Vector Algebra
Motion In A Straight Line
Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties
Principle Of Mathematical Induction
Oscillations
The Solid State
Introduction To Three Dimensional Geometry
Electromagnetic Induction
Coordination Compounds
Application Of Derivatives
Waves
Surface Chemistry
Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Mechanical Properties Of Solids
The S-Block Elements
Mathematical Reasoning
Alternating Current
Alcohols, Phenols And Ethers
Integrals
Wave Optics
Amines
Three Dimensional Geometry
System Of Particles And Rotational Motion
Hydrocarbons
Sequences And Series
Electrostatic Potential And Capacitance
Electro-chemistry
Relations And Functions
Laws Of Motion
Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure
Complex Numbers And Quadratic Equations
Work, Energy And Power
States Of Matter
Permutations And Combinations
Motion In A Plane
Structure Of Atom
Linear Inequalities
Thermodynamics
Environmental Chemistry
Statistics
Units And Measurement
Some Basic Concepts Of Chemistry
Trigonometric Functions
Ray Optics And Optical Instruments
Polymers
Application Of Integrals
CUSAT CAT Exam Pattern 2024
Section
Number of Questions
Marks
General Aptitude
50
100
Quantitative Ability
100
200
Verbal Ability
100
200
Total
250
500
CUSAT CAT 2024 Marking Scheme
Marking Scheme
Correct answer: 3 marks
Incorrect answer: -0.25 marks
CUSAT CAT 2024 Logical Reasoning Syllabus
Topic Sub-topics
Analytical reasoning Coding-decoding, number and letter series, sequential reasoning, alphabetical reasoning, analogy, logical sequence, puzzles, etc.
Logical deduction Venn diagrams, syllogisms, truth tables, logical connectives, etc.
Critical reasoning Assumption identification, inference drawing, flaw detection, argument analysis, etc.
Best Books for CUSAT CAT 2024 Preparation
Book Author Publisher
Objective Mathematics for Engineering and Entrance Examinations Dinesh Khattar
Pearson Education India
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning R.S. Aggarwal
S. Chand Publication
High School English Grammar & Composition Wren and Martin
S. Chand Publication
Concepts of Physics Vol I H.C. Verma
Bharati Bhavan
Concepts of Physics Vol II H.C. Verma
Bharati Bhavan
Mathematics Volume I & II (Class XII) R.D Sharma
Dhanpat Rai Publications
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