Karnataka PGCET MBA Admission 2024 is done based on the scores obtained in the Karnataka PGCET entrance exam or any other national-level entrance exam. After the Karnataka PGCET MBA exam 2024 is conducted, a merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained by the candidates in the PGCET exam. The Karnataka PGCET counselling 2024 will be conducted based on the merit list. After that, allotment of seats will be done depending entirely on the priority of options given by the candidates as per the merit/rank. The Karnataka PGCET application form 2024 was made available from May 27 to June 20, 2024. The admit cards were released on July 27 and the Karnataka PGCET MBA exam 2024 was conducted on August 4, 2024. The Karnataka PGCET final answer key 2024 was released on the official wesbite. The provisional answer key was released on August 6, 2024, while the results are estimated to be released by September 2024.

Karnataka PGCET 2024 is a common entrance exam conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to the various MBA offering colleges in Karnataka. Candidates who are seeking admission to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs at any University/ Private Aided / Government / Private Un-Aided institutions in Karnataka will have to appear for this examination. Candidates will find all the necessary information about Karnataka PGCET MBA Admission in the following article.

Also Read:List of MBA Colleges Accepting Karnataka PGCET 2024

Highlights of Karnataka PGCET MBA 2024

It must be noted that MBA Admissions in Karnataka will be granted only after the completion of the admission process. This article will help you know all about the eligibility criteria, the application process, important dates, exam patterns, and other important details for Karnataka PGCET MBA Admission. Given below are some of the highlights of Karnataka PGCET MBA 2024:

Karnataka PGCET MBA Important Dates 2024

Candidates may check the table below to know about the application dates, admit card, exam date, and result date. This will help the candidates stay updated with all the important dates of Karnataka PGCET MBA admission.

Karnataka PGCET MBA Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates need to fulfill the eligibility criteria to apply for Karnataka PGCET MBA admission. The minimum eligibility criteria for the Karnataka PGCET MBA are stated below:

Full-Time MBA

• Candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree or any other equivalent qualification recognized by AICTE/ UGC.
• Candidates must have completed graduation with at least 50% marks in all subjects.
• Candidates belonging to any of the ST, ST, or Category-I of Karnataka must have scored at least 45% marks in the qualifying examination.

Part-Time MBA

• Candidates looking for part-time MBA admission must have completed a bachelor's degree from any recognized institute approved by AICTE/ UGC
• Candidates must have scored at least 50% marks in the degree program.
• Candidates belonging to any of the ST, ST, or Category-I of Karnataka must have scored at least 45% marks in the qualifying examination.
• Those candidates who are looking for admission in part-time MBA must have work experience of at least 3 years as of July 2024.

Eligibility Criteria for PGCET MBA Government Seats for Karnataka State candidates

• Candidates must have studied in one or more government or private institutions situated in Karnataka.
• The total number of academic years should be at least 7, starting from standard 1 to the qualifying examination as of July 1, 2024.
• Besides this, the applicant must have cleared either the 10th or 2nd PUC standard / SSLC/ 12th standard examination from any institute recognized by the State Government of Karnataka.

Karnataka PGCET MBA Application Form 2024

Candidates need to fill out the application form for the PGCET MBA entrance examination before the deadline. The last date for applying for the PGCET entrance examination was June 20, 2024. Candidates can check the steps mentioned below to fill out the application form.

• Visit the official website of PGCET MBA or Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
• Register as a new user
• Login credentials will be created
• Enter all the login details
• The application form will appear on the screen
• Fill in all the required fields such as Personal Information, Academic Details, and Contact details
• Once done, upload the scanned copy of the recent colored signature, photograph, left thumb impression, and parent signature.
• Check if all the information entered is correct
• Click on “I agree” to confirm all the details
• Proceed to fee submission
• Once submitted, download the application form for future reference.

Documents Required for Karnataka PGCET MBA Application Form 2024

Size of Required Documents

Karnataka PGCET MBA Application Fee 2024

Candidates need to submit the pay an application fee while submitting the Karnataka PGCET MBA application form. The application fee for all categories is provided below.

Karnataka PGCET MBA Admit Card 2024

Candidates will be able to download the Karnataka PGCET 2024 admit card from the official website of the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). The admit card of the Karnataka PGCET MBA entrance exam will be released only through online mode. Candidates must click on the following link to download their PGCET Admit Cards after entering the Application Number and Date of Birth.

Candidates who successfully registered for the Karnataka PGCET MBA admission will be able to download the admit card of the Karnataka PGCET entrance exam. They can download the admit card after entering the login credentials provided at the time of registration. Candidates are advised to check the details mentioned on the admit card of Karnataka PGCET MBA 2024 after downloading. If all the details are correct, they can take a printout of the Karnataka PGCET MBA admit card so that they can carry it to the examination centre. Following are the details mentioned in the Karnataka PGCET Admit Card 2024:

• Candidate’s name
• Roll number
• Father’s name
• Photograph
• Signature
• Exam date and time
• Exam venue with complete address
• Karnataka PGCET exam day instructions

Karnataka PGCET MBA Exam Pattern 2024

As per the exam pattern of Karnataka PGCET MBA 2024 decided by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), the question paper will consist of multiple-choice questions. The exam will be divided into four sections. Check the table given below to know the Karnataka PGCET exam pattern 2024.

Marking Scheme

Candidates will be given one mark for each correct answer while no mark will be deducted in case of any incorrect answer.

Karnataka PGCET MBA Syllabus 2024

The syllabus of Karnataka PGCET MBA admission is decided by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Candidates can take a look at the Karnataka PGCET 2024 syllabus to know about all the important topics from which questions can be asked in the exam. Some of the important topics for Karnataka PGCET MBA admission are:

Karnataka PGCET MBA Answer Key 2024

The answer key of the Karnataka PGCET MBA will be released one week after the exam. The Karnataka PGCET Answer Key contains correct answers to all the questions that appeared in the entrance exam. Candidates can download the answer key from the official website of Karnataka PGCET MBA to verify all the answers for the exam. Candidates will be able to download the Karnataka PGCET answer key 2024 by following the steps below:

Step 1: Go to the official exam website of Karnataka PGCET (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2024)

Step 2: From the main menu, click on the tab 'Admission' and then click on 'PGCET 2024' from the drop-down.

Step 3: Click on the link that says 'PGCET 2024 Answer Key PDF'.

Step 4: The course-wise PGCET answer key PDF links for MBA, MCA, etc. will be provided.

Step 5: Access the PDF files and click on the Karnataka PGCET answer key for your course and to be redirected to the answer key PDF.

Step 6: Download the Karnataka PGCET answer key 2024 PDF and take a printout for future references.

Apart from this, they can raise objections if they feel any answer is incorrect. Steps for objecting are provided below.

• Go to the official website of Karnataka Examinations Authority
• Enter the login details
• Upload all documents in support of the objection

Note: Authority will not consider objections without justification.

Karnataka PGCET MBA Result 2024

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will release the results of the Karnataka PGCET MBA by the last week of August 2024. The Karnataka PGCET result 2024 for MBA will be declared in the form of a merit list containing the names of the shortlisted candidates. The details mentioned on the Karnataka PGCET MBA scorecards include Candidate's name, PGCET number, Candidate type/category, PGCET 2024 rank, PGCET marks, and Programme. The merit list will be declared on the official website of PGCET and will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained by the candidate in the PGCET exam. Selected candidates will then have to appear for seat allotment and counselling rounds as per their rankings. Two counselling rounds will be conducted depending on the merit list in which the candidate has to choose the colleges he wishes to enroll in.
On the basis of the priority of options given by the candidates as per the merit/rank, allotment of seats will be done. It is mandatory for the candidates to confirm the seat and the allocated college before the last day. Seats will be reserved for the Ex-Defence Special category, Physically Disabled Special category, and Karnataka candidates (70% of the seats).

Karnataka PGCET MBA Cutoff 2024

The cutoff of Karnataka PGCET MBA 2024 will be the minimum marks required for candidates to qualify for the counselling round. Candidates can check the cutoff list to know the minimum marks required for admission by all the MBA colleges in Karnataka. The Karnataka PGCET MBA cutoffs 2024 will be different for different colleges.

Additionally, the expected Karnataka PGCET 2024 marks vs ranks have also been provided below going by the past year trends.

Karnataka PGCET MBA Counselling 2024

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts the Karnataka PGCET counselling process for candidates who have qualified in the exam. The stages included in the Karnataka PGCET MBA counselling 2024 include document verification, option entry, seat allocation, choice filling, payment of fees, and reporting at the allotted institute. Candidates enter their choice of colleges and the college then calls the candidates for a document verification round. Candidates will become eligible for option entry only after document verification. Candidates have to visit the college as per the given schedule. They also have to carry the documents listed below while going for the Karnataka PGCET counselling 2024.

• Print out of filled Karnataka PGCET 2024 application form
• Candidates’ copy of fee challan
• Class 10 mark sheet
• Admit card
• Class 12 mark sheet
• Degree certificate/ provisional degree certificate
• Marksheet of qualifying degree for all years/semesters
• Study certificate signed by BEO (for Karnataka candidates)
• Sponsorship certificate (if applicable)
• Caste certificate
• GATE score card (if applicable)
• Certificate issued by the concerned assistant commissioner for candidates claiming Hyderabad-Karnataka region reservation (if applicable)

In the option entry round, candidates are required to enter the course or college of their choice from among the available seats. They must fill in choices in order of their preference since the seat allotment will be done depending on the choices filled on the basis of the rank and category of students. The seat allotment process will be conducted taking the seat matrix and options entered by candidates into consideration. After being allotted a seat in any round, candidates should download the provisional seat allotment letter and visit the allotted institute within the specified time.

Many MBA colleges are accepting Karnataka PGCET scores. Some colleges offer direct MBA admission without any entrance exam. Candidates can check the admission process of the particular college in which they are seeking admission to know if the college conducts an entrance exam for MBA admission.

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