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Updated on Dec 23 2025, 03:36 PM IST by Shilpy Sinha

CUSAT Kochi Placements

Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi has a training and placement cell to organise the placement procedure for the students. CUSAT Kochi placement cell also conducts training programmes on personality development and communication skills. A total of 615 students were placed during CUSAT Kochi placements 2025.

  • Average package at CUSAT Kochi - During CUSAT placement, average package offered was Rs 5.4 LPA  in 2025 compared to 6.7 LPA in 2024. 
  • The highest package offered at CUSAT Kochi was Rs 6.7 LPA in 2025.   
  • CUSAT placements 2024 for PG courses - There are a total of 516 students from postgraduate 2-year programme, who got placements with a median salary package of Rs 4.4 lakhs.
  • A total of 80 students were placed with median average package of Rs 7.88 lakhs during MBA placements at CUSAT in 2024. 

A total of 151 students from undergraduate 4-year programme got placement in 2024 with a CUSAT Kochi median package of Rs 7.7 lakhs. According to the NIRF report 2025, the CUSAT Kochi median salary offered was Rs 3.2 LPA to students pursuing UG 3 year course. The placement cell at CUSAT Kochi also makes sure that they can help most of the students get placed into various companies by helping them in every possible way.

Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi placement department also conducts mock tests and practice session classes on aptitude, quantitative ability, logic, and reasoning to make students practice and get better before appearing for the final interview and written test. Detailed descriptions of the whole procedure of CUSAT Kochi placements followed by the Training & Placement cell are mentioned below.    

Also Read: CUSAT Kochi Courses

CUSAT Kochi Placement 2025

The CUSAT Kochi highest package offered was Rs 20 LPA  in 2025 compared to 24 LPA in 2024. The Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi placements 2025 is mentioned in the table below:

CUSAT Placement 2025 Highlights

ParticularsStatistics
Highest packageRs 20 LPA
Average packageRs 5.4 LPA
Number of selections615

CUSAT Kochi Placement 2024

The Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi placement details for the academic year 2023-24 as per NIRF report 2025 is mentioned below:

CUSAT Placement 2024 Data

ParticularsUG 3 Year StatisticsUG 4 Year Statistics
Number of eligible students27155
Number of students placed16151
Median package offeredRs 3.2 LPARs 7.7 LPA

CUSAT Placement 2024 Report

ParticularsUG 5 Year Statistics
Number of eligible students60
Number of students placed52
Median package offeredRs 3 LPA

CUSAT Placement MBA 2024 Data

ParticularsStatistics
Number of eligible students129
Number of students placed80
Median package offeredRs 7.88 LPA

CUSAT Placement 2024 Statistics

ParticularsPG 2 Year StatisticsPG 5 Year Statistics
Number of eligible students85565
Number of students placed51619
Median package offeredRs 4.4 LPARs 6.05 LPA

CUSAT Kochi Placement Comparison

In 2025, a total of 615 students were placed during Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi placements compared to 794 students in 2024. The below table shows CUSAT Kochi placement details for recent years:

Year Wise CUSAT Kochi Average Package

YearCUSAT Average Package
2025Rs 5.4 LPA
2024
Rs 6.7 LPA
2023
Rs 6.54 LPA
2022
Rs 5.73 LPA
2021
Rs 5.06 LPA

CUSAT Kochi Highest Package in Recent Years

YearCUSAT HighestPackage
2025Rs 20 LPA
2024
Rs 24 LPA
2023
Rs 24 LPA
2022
Rs 24 LPA
2021
Rs 17.76 LPA

Year Wise CUSAT Placement Data

YearNumber of Selections
2025615
2024
794
2023
809
2022
1168
2021
597

CUSAT Kochi Placement Statistics UG 3 years

Academic Year 

Number of students placed

Median Salary of placed graduates

2022-2023

11

Rs. 2.40 LPA

2021-2022

18

Rs. 2.50 LPA

2020-2021

2

Rs. 3.55 LPA

Also Read: CUSAT Kochi Admissions

CUSAT Kochi Placement  Statistics UG 4 years 

Academic Year 

Number of students placed

Median Salary of placed graduates

2022-2023

150

Rs. 6 LPA

2021-2022

119

Rs. 5.72 LPA

2020-2021

72

Rs. 4.50 LPA

CUSAT Kochi Placement Statistics UG 5 years 

Academic Year 

Number of students placed

Median Salary of placed graduates

2022-2023

45

Rs. 4.50 LPA

2021-2022

57

Rs. 4.32 LPA

2020-2021

41

Rs. 3.40 LPA

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CUSAT Kochi Placement Statistics PG 2 years 

Academic Year 

Number of students placed

Median Salary of placed graduates

2022-2023

483

Rs. 4.94 LPA

2021-2022

382

Rs. 4.00 LPA

2020-2021

149

Rs. 3.20 LPA

CUSAT Kochi Placement Statistics PG 5 years 

Academic Year 

Number of students placed

Median Salary of placed graduates

2022-2023

11

Rs. 6 LPA

2021-2022

0

0

2020-2021

0

0

CUSAT Kochi Placement Procedure

  • CUSAT Kochi placement cell sends invitations to recruiting companies for campus recruitment.

  • CUSAT Kochi placement cell then fixes the dates with various recruiters based on the salary packages and other eligibility criteria offered by the recruitment companies.

  • Interested students have to register their names and share their respective resumes with the placement cell.

  • Students of CUSAT Kochi are given pre-placement talks by different recruiting companies to make them aware of the policies, roles, and job profiles offered by them.

  • Eligible candidates also have to appear and qualify for the written test, group discussion and interview round.

  • The written test consists of multiple choice questions related to Quantitative aptitude, Logical and Reasoning ability, English competency, etc to test the skills and basic knowledge of students.

  • After clearing the written test, students have to qualify for the group discussion round where they have to speak on topics decided by the recruiters to judge the communication and speaking skills of students

  • After clearing the GD round, students also have to clear various rounds of Interviews namely Technical Interviews and HR Interviews which are conducted to test the communication and management skills of students.

  • Based on the performance of students in the written test, GD round and interview students will be offered placements in different companies with varying salary packages.

Also Read: CUSAT Kochi Facilities

Major Recruiters at CUSAT Kochi

Students can read more about the CUSAT Kochi top recruiters in the below mentioned table. 

CUSAT Kochi Top Recruiters 

TATA

MRF

Essar

HP 

Standard Chartered

IOC

TCS

Vedanta

Verizon

The CUSAT Kochi requires the students to get enrolled in the placement cell, to get notifications and updates related to upcoming job openings.  

Commonly Asked Questions

On Major Recruiters at CUSAT Kochi
Q: Who are the top recruiters at CUSAT Kochi?
A:
The top recruiters at CUSAT Kochi include a diverse range of prominent companies across various industries. These include TATA, MRF, Essar, HP, Standard Chartered, IOC, TCS, Vedanta, and Verizon. This mix of recruiters offers students opportunities in sectors such as technology, manufacturing, finance, energy, and telecommunications.
Q: How can students stay informed about job openings at CUSAT Kochi?
Q: Is enrollment in the placement cell mandatory for CUSAT Kochi students?
Q: Are there any multinational corporations among CUSAT Kochi's top recruiters?

Domain

Engineering and Architecture

Level

PG

Year

2 Years

Statistics for Academic Year 2023-24

ParticularsStatistics
First year total students intake (2022-23)120
Total students admitted (2022-23)134
Total Graduated Students (2023-24)129
Total Placed Students (2023-24)80
Placement Percentage (2023-24)62.99%
Total student gone for higher studies (2023-24)2
Median Salary (2023-24)7.88 L

Students Review for CUSAT Kochi

The experience in the campus is very good.

Placements

The college has a very high placement rate. More than 150 recruiters visit the campus every year. Some companies like Cisco, TCS, Accenture, Air India, Tata Projects, IBM, MRF, and Ernst & Young do visit the campus.

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Beautiful and awesome

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Our college placement cell has a strong industry network, ensuring excellent placement opportunities. Top recruiters like TCS, Accenture, and IBM offer attractive packages. The university's placement record is impressive, with over 700 job offers in 2021. CUSAT's placement support and career guidance help students secure their dream jobs, making it a preferred destination for students seeking a successful career start.

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very good college

Verified ReviewPlacements

The chance for placement begins in the fifth trimester, in addition to the replacement offer. Campus visitors from Microsoft, Dabur, JP Morgan Chase and Company, Goldman Sachs, and DE Shaw. 200 candidates were hired. Microsoft's top domestic package is Rs. 45 Lacs, and the typical is Rs. 21 Lacs. Trade are among the available profiles. I intend to work for a reputable trade company like Cargill, Olam International, or Cofico after receiving my degree.

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If you want to apply to CUSAT CAT under the NRI quota, you’ll need to upload a bunch of documents to show you’re eligible and actually connected to your NRI sponsor. Here’s what matters most: get a copy of your sponsor’s passport, and make sure you have their valid visa

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The NRI quota fee structure at CUSAT Kochi for BTech Naval Architecture & Ship Building costs US $3000 per year tuition fees plus semester fees18,000 per semester, with hostel 500 per month and mess 2,700 per month. Extra charges include examination fee 1,500 and registration 1,100 rupees.

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Yes, CUSAT offers NRI quota seats for BTech Naval Architecture and Ship Building .

Here is the simple fee comparison:

General Category Fee:
The total academic fee for the 4-year BTech Naval Architecture and Ship Building course is around Rs. 89,440.
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CUSAT Kochi Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What was the highest package offered at CUSAT in 2025?

The highest package offered during Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi placements was Rs 20 LPA in 2025. 

2: What types of rounds do students face during CUSAT Kochi placement interviews?

Students face multiple rounds, including written tests (covering aptitude, reasoning, and English), group discussions, and technical and HR interviews to evaluate their skills and compatibility for job roles. 

3: What companies recruit students through CUSAT Kochi placements?

Top recruiters at CUSAT Kochi include TATA, MRF, TCS, HP, Standard Chartered, and Vedanta, offering a range of opportunities for students across various sectors and industries. 

4: What is the number of students placed through CUSAT Kochi’s placement cell?

For the 2023-2024 academic year, 151 students from the UG 4-year courses were placed, with a median salary of Rs. 7.70 LPA. Additionally, around 535 PG students were placed with a median salary of Rs. 4.40 LPA to Rs. 6.05 LPA. 

5: What is the median salary offered to CUSAT Kochi graduates?

The median salary for PG graduates from CUSAT Kochi in 2023-2024 was Rs. 4.40 LPA to Rs. 6.05 LPA, while students from UG courses had varying salaries based on their streams, with some earning Rs. 7.70 LPA. 

6: What was the average package offered during CUSAT placement 2025?

The Cochin University of Science and Technology average package offered was Rs 5.4 LPA in 2025. The average package offered at CUSAT was 6.7 LPA in 2024. 

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