KCET 2026 - Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Application Form

Updated By Soham Mitra on 28 Aug, 2025 12:04

KCET is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority for providing admission across the available courses in Karnataka. Check all the details regarding KCET 2026 here!

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KCET 2026

The KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for providing admission to the eligible candidates across the available courses in Karnataka. It serves as a gateway for the students seeking to pursue undergraduate courses in the subjects of Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, Agriculture, and Yoga and Naturopathy at government, private, and autonomous institutions within the state. Check all the details related to KCET 2026 in the sections below.

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KCET 2026 Highlights

The key highlights pertaining to the KCET 2026 exam have been mentioned in the following table.

Particulars

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Full Form of Entrance Exam

Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET)

Conducting Body

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions

Purpose of Exam

Admission to Bachelor Programs (BPharma, BTech, MBBS, BArch)

Exam Type

State Level Entrance Exam

Occurrence of Exam

Once a Year

Mode of Entrance Exam

Offline (Pen and Paper Entrance Test)

Total Number of Questions

180 MCQs (60 questions in each section)

KCET 2026 Exam Dates

KCET Exam Dates 2026 can be checked by the candidates in the following table. 

Event

Dates (Tentative)

Commencement of KCET 2026 Application Process

January 23, 2026

Deadline to Apply for KCET 2026 Exam

February 24, 2026 

Deadline to pay the KCET Application Fee 2026 

February 25, 2026

Availability of KCET Admit Card 2026

April 6, 2026

KCET 2026 Exam Date

April 16 & 17, 2026

KCET Entrance Exam 2026 in Kannada language (only for Horanadu & Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates)

April 15, 2026 (10:30 AM to 11:30 AM)

Release of KCET Preliminary Answer Key 2026

April 18, 2026

Facility to Challenge KCET Preliminary Answer Key 2026

April 22, 2026, 5:00 PM

Release of KCET Final Answer Key 2026

April 25, 2026
  • KCET Result 2026 (English)
  • KCET Kannada Language Exam Scorecard
  • May 24, 2026
  • April 25, 2026

KCET 2026 Application Form Correction

April 18, 2025, to May 5, 2026
Option EntryJuly 8 to 29, 2026
Display of mock allotmentJuly 25, 2026
Edit of Web OptionsJuly 26 to 29, 2026
First round seat allotmentAugust 2, 2026
Choice selection process for allotted seatsAugust 4 to 14, 2026
Last date of reporting to allotted collegesAugust 15, 2026
Round 2 Choice FillingAugust 21 to 26, 2026

KCET Eligibility Criteria 2026

To apply for KCET 2026, candidates must meet certain criterias set by the KEA. This set of parameters to check the eligibility of the applicants is called the KCET 2026 eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria for KCET 2026 for engineering courses require students to have completed the 12th grade or its equivalent from a recognized board or authority. Those currently in the 12th grade are also eligible to apply. Additionally, students must have completed the 12th grade with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology from a recognized board and obtained a minimum of 45% in PCM/PCB subjects (40% for restricted categories). For B.Pharma, candidates must have completed class 12th with 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology from a recognized board, with a 5% relaxation for the SC/ST category. B.V.Sc. & A.H. requires a minimum 12th-grade average of 50% in PCB and English, with a 5% relaxation for the SC/ST category. For B.Arch, a minimum 12th-grade average of 50% is required, with Mathematics as a mandatory subject and a valid JEE Main (Paper 2) or NATA scorecard. Candidates for BDS/MBBS/AYUSH programmes must have a 12th-grade average of 50% in PCB, with English as a required subject and a valid NEET scorecard.

KCET Application form 2026

The KCET 2026 registration process involves registering, filling out the form, uploading documents, and paying the fee. It's important to note that the KCET application form for 2026 will only be available online. After submitting the KCET 2026 application form, the Karnataka Examination Authority will not allow any changes to personal information. It's best to fill out the KCET 2026 application form within the stipulated time to avoid payment issues at the last minute.

KCET Exam Pattern 2026

KCET 2026 will be a written exam and will be held in three sessions for the subjects Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. As per the KCET exam pattern 2026, the exam can be taken in English or Kannada. Each session will last for 1 hour and 20 minutes. The questions will be multiple-choice, and there will be a total of 180 questions, with 60 questions for each subject. For each correct answer, 1 mark will be given, and there is no negative marking.

KCET Syllabus 2026

The syllabus of KCET 2026 exam will be released by the KEA in the KCET 2026 Information Brochure. Candidates must have in-depth knowledge about the topics covered under the KCET 2026 syllabus before beginning their preparations. It should be noted that the KCET syllabus is based on the first and second-year PUC syllabus as defined by the Karnataka State Department of Pre-University Education. 

Check the subject wise KCET 2026 Syllabus PDF below:

KCET Physics Syllabus 2026

KCET Mathematics Syllabus 2026

KCET Chemistry Syllabus 2026

KCET Biology Syllabus 2026

KCET Admit Card 2026

The hall ticket of KCET 2026 will be available only in online mode. Candidates who have registered successfully can get their KCET admit card from kea.kar.nic.in 2026. To download the KCET 2026 admit card, candidates will need the KCET 2026 application number and the first four letters of their name. On the day of the exam, candidates need to make sure to bring their KCET hall ticket 2026 and a valid photo ID with them. After downloading the KCET hall ticket 2026, please check all the details on it.

KCET Result 2026

To check your KCET result 2026, you will need your KCET 2026 registration number and the first four letters of your name. The results will include your scores in each subject, your ranking, and personal information. Qualified candidates will be invited for counselling. The exam authority will also announce the top scorers. Candidates can also use the KCET rank predictor tool 2026 to estimate their probable score before releasing the KCET result 2026.

KCET Cutoff 2026

KCET cutoff 2026 refers to the minimum marks that candidates must possess to secure seats across the participating colleges of KCET 2026. The KCET participating colleges will release their cutoffs individually based upon which candidates will be granted admission. Candidates securing a rank as per the cutoff of the KCET participating colleges 2026 will have a better probability of KCET seat allotment 2026 at their institutes of preference. Candidates can refer to the marks vs rank analysis of KCET 2026 for a better understanding of the KCET 2026 cutoff.

College-Wise KCET Cutoff Trends

Name of the Institution

Cutoff Trends 

University of Visvesvaraya College of EngineeringUniversity of Visvesvaraya College of Engineering KCET Cutoff Trends
BMS College of EngineeringBMS College of Engineering KCET Cutoff Trends
SKSJT Institute of EngineeringSKSJT Institute of Engineering KCET Cutoff Trends
MS Ramaiah Institute of TechnologyMS Ramaiah Institute of Technology KCET Cutoff Trends
Dr. Ambedkar Institute of TechnologyDr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology KCET Cutoff Trends
Dayananda Sagar College of EngineeringDayananda Sagar College of Engineering KCET Cutoff Trends
Bangalore Institute of TechnologyBangalore Institute of Technology KCET Cutoff Trends
Ghousia Engineering CollegeGhousia Engineering College KCET Cutoff Trends
S J C Institute of TechnologyS J C Institute of Technology KCET Cutoff Trends

KCET Counselling 2025

KCET 2025 counselling has been commenced via online mode. Candidates with a valid rank in the KCET 2025 exam will be eligible to participate in the KCET counselling process 2025. Candidates will be able to select their institutes and courses of preference via the KCET counselling 2025. The KCET counselling is conducted to allot seats to eligible candidates across the KCET participating colleges 2025.

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FAQs about KCET

When will KCET 2025 exam be conducted?

KCET 2025 exam will be conducted on April 16 & 17, 2025.

Who is eligible for KCET 2025?

Candidates who have passed their class 10+2 with at least 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are eligible for KCET 2025.

What is the official website of KCET application 2025?

The official website of KCET application form 2025 - kea.kar.nic.in

What is the entrance exam for Karnataka 2025?

Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is the entrance exam in Karnataka.

How many years study certificate is required for KCET 2025?

To apply for KCET 2025, the candidate must have completed at least seven years of education in a government or government-recognized school located in the state of Karnataka. This includes the period from 1st standard to 2nd PUC / 12th standard. Additionally, the candidate should have passed either the 10th standard or 12th standard examination from a school in Karnataka. If a candidate has taken more than one year to pass a class, it will only be counted as one year of academic study.

Is KCET conducted only for admission into undergraduate degree programmes?

Yes, KCET is conducted for admission into undergraduate degree programmes offered by the government, government-aided and self-financing colleges in Karnataka.

Can a foreign applicant apply for admission into a Government KCET participating college?

No, the Government KCET participating colleges do not accept the admission request of those candidates who are not permanent citizens of India. 

Is the Kannada Language Test compulsory for all the candidates who appear in the KCET exam?

No, the Kannada Language Test is only for those who apply for admission into the seats reserved for Gadinadu Kannadiga and Horanadu candidates in Government KCET colleges. It is also important that the candidates applying for admission through the quota mentioned above should have listed Kodava, Tulu or Kannada as their mother tongue.

I want to study B.Arch from a KCET participating college. Should I appear in KCET exam or other national-level architecture entrance exams like NATA or JEE Main?

KCET is not conducted for B.Arch admission in the state of Karnataka. The B.Arch aspirants have to appear in an exam like NATA or JEE Main Paper II and qualify the same with a valid score/rank to be eligible for B.Arch admission in KCET participating colleges offering B.Arch.

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