Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has opened applications for B.Tech branch and institution transfers for students admitted in the first semester of 2025. The deadline to apply online is October 13, 2025 , via the official admissions portal, admissions.cusat.ac.in.
The transfer opportunity targets students currently enrolled in the School of Engineering (SOE) in Thrikkakara and Cochin University College of Engineering, Kuttanadu (CUCEK) in Pulincunnu. Applicants must use their CUSAT CAT 2025 login credentials to access the portal. A non-refundable application fee of Rs 1,580 is mandatory at the time of submission.
Eligibility for Branch Transfer
Only specific student groups qualify for this transfer process. Adherence to these criteria is essential for a successful application.
- Applicants must be first-semester B.Tech students admitted in 2025.
- A valid CUSAT CAT 2025 rank is a prerequisite for all applications.
- Transfer decisions are based on the applicant’s CUSAT CAT 2025 rank and the availability of seats in the desired branch or institution.
- Students without a valid CUSAT CAT 2025 rank are ineligible to apply.
Key Transfer Guidelines
CUSAT has established clear rules for the branch and institution transfer process. Students should review these guidelines carefully before submitting an application.
- Once a new branch or college is allotted, the transfer is final and cannot be reversed.
- Candidates admitted under the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) quota are restricted to transferring only into other available NRI seats.
- Vacancies designated for Kerala Scheduled Caste (KSC) or Kerala Scheduled Tribe (KST) categories will exclusively be filled by candidates from those respective categories.
- Any additional fees arising from a change in category or a transfer to an NRI quota seat must be paid directly by the student.
Available Branch Vacancies
According to the university’s official notice, several seats are available for transfer across various engineering disciplines. These vacancies are distributed among different reservation categories.
| Engineering Branch | Categories with Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | General, KSC, KST |
| Computer Science Engineering | General, KSC, KST |
| Electronics Engineering | General, KSC, KST |
| Electrical Engineering | General, KSC, KST |
| Information Technology | General, KSC, KST |
Eligible students are urged to complete their applications promptly to avoid last-minute issues. The online application portal will close on October 13, 2025 . Ensure all submitted information is accurate and complete.