Conducting Body: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) State Level Entrance Exam 2026
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KCET: Karnataka Common Entrance Test

Comprehensive student gateway for B.Tech / B.E., B.Sc Agri, B.Pharm, Vet Science across Karnataka Government & Private quota seats admissions. Access official registration schedule, question papers with solutions, cutoff ranks, college predictors, and counselling guides.
B.Tech / B.E., B.Sc Agri, B.Pharm, Vet Science across Karnataka Government & Private quota seats Duration: 4 Sessions of 80 Minutes each across 2 Days Mode: Offline Pen & Paper (OMR) Total Marks: 180 Frequency: Once a Year (April/May) Fee: ?500 (General) / ?250 (Reserved)
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4 Sessions of 80 Minutes each across 2 Days
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KCET 2026-27 Important Dates & Schedule

Official Calendar

Track key milestones, registration deadlines, admit card releases, examination dates, and counseling timelines for KCET.

Milestone Event Scheduled Date (Tentative / Confirmed) Official Status
Official Information Bulletin & Notification November – December 2025 Released
Online Application Registration Window December 2025 – January 2026 Completed
Application Form Correction Window Mid January 2026 Completed
Advance City Intimation Slip 10 Days Prior to Exam Live Soon
Admit Card / Hall Ticket Release 3 to 7 Days Prior to Exam Upcoming
KCET Examination Dates As per Session Schedule (Jan / April / May 2026) Key Date
Provisional Answer Key & Objection Window 3 to 5 Days Post Exam Upcoming
Final Result Declaration & Scorecard Within 2 Weeks of Exam Completion Upcoming
Counselling Registration & Seat Allotment June – August 2026 Upcoming

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – News & Dates

Where can I find verified official notifications for KCET 2026?
All official circulars, brochures, and public notices are issued on the official portal (https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea) and summarized live on College2India's News & Updates hub.
Is there an application form correction window for KCET?
Yes, conducting authorities provide an online correction window for 2 to 3 days after registration closes, allowing candidates to rectify specific details like photo, signature, or exam city preferences.

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