The KCET registrations for the 2027 will start in February 2027 tentatively. Interested candidates can check here the KCET Application Fee. Before applying for the UGCET 2027 candidates will have to arrange online medium to pay the KCET Registration Fees. Know here the steps to apply, fee waiver and category-wise application fee.
UGCET 2027 Registration Fees; How to pay; Fee Waiver
KCET Application Fee 2027: The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2027 will start accepting the KCET 2027 registrations in Feb 2027 tentatively. To successfully submit the KCET UGCET 2027 application form students will have to pay application fee till March 2027. Based on past year data, the KCET application fee varies based on candidate's category and residency status. General and OBC applicants (including GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B) are required to pay INR 500, while a reduced fee of INR 250 applies to SC, ST, and Category-1 candidates from Karnataka and female candidates residing in Karnataka.
Students from outside Karnataka will have to pay INR 750, while foreign or international candidates must pay INR 5,000. This application fee is non-refundable even if the candidate does not appear in the exam. This amount can be paid in online mode via credit card/debit card/net banking. In this article we have shared all details related to KCET application fee 2027, like mode of payment, how to pay, required documents and related details. KEA will release application form in January 2027. Candidates meeting minimum eligibility criteria of KCET will be able to apply till the last date.
- KCET 2027 Highlights
- KCET 2027 Application Fee Structure
- How to Apply for KCET 2027
- KCET 2027 Fee Waiver & Exemptions
- KCET 2027 Late Fee and Deadlines
KCET 2027 Highlights
| Feature |
Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name |
Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) |
| KCET Conducting Body |
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| KCET Exam Mode |
Offline (Pen and Paper) |
| KCET 2027 Registration Start Date |
January 2027 |
| KCET 2027 Exam Dates |
April 2027 |
| KCET Kannada Language Test |
April 2027 |
| KCET Official Website |
cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
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Commonly asked questions
To download KCET admit card visit official website and follow steps mentioned below -
On homepage, click on KCET admit card download link.
Enter login credentials - application number and date of birth
Check all details carefully and download hall ticket for future reference
Yes, anyone studying in 10+2 from recognized board of india can apply for SAT registration form.
To get top college through the KCET exam, candidates must score above 160+ marks out of 180 which is generally considered good. This score will help them secure a seat in top institutes.
The spot rank in KCET is the process conducted by KEA for candidates who results were witheld due to incorrect registration number or 12th class marks in the KEA KCET mark entry portal. For such candidates, the KEA activates the mark entry link for a specific period of time to upload their correct details, based on which candidates will be provided KCET rank.
To access the KCET spot rank details, candidates need to provde their CET number and date of birth.
KCET 2027 Application Fee Structure
The KCET 2027 application fee varies based on the candidate's residency and category. Here is the registration fee -
| Category |
Application Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Karnataka Domicile: General Merit (GM), 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B |
INR 500 |
| Karnataka Domicile: SC / ST / Category-1 |
INR 250 |
| Karnataka Domicile: All Female Candidates |
INR 250 |
| Outside Karnataka: Candidates |
INR 750 |
| Outside India: International/NRI Candidates |
INR 5,000 |
Also read: KCET Fees Structure: Engineering, Pharmacy, Agriculture and Veterinary Fees
How to Apply for KCET 2027
The KCET application form filling process is completely online. To apply for the Karnataka CET entrance exam, students must follow the steps mentioned below -
- Visit KEA Official Website and click on the "New User" link.
- Enter personal details - name, DOB, mobile number, and email to generate User ID and password.
- Log in with new login credentials and fill educational, and communication details.
- Upload scanned images of photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression (size: 5 KB to 40 KB in JPG/JPEG format).
- Pay KCET application fee online via net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI.
- Review all details before finally submitting the KCET application form 2027
- Download the confirmation page for future reference
Also read: How to crack KCET without coaching?
Commonly asked questions
Karnataka Examination Authority will commence the KCET application form facility after the conclusion of the exam at the official website. Applicants can make changes in the KCET application form in online mode. Candidates are allowed to make changes in certain fields only. Applicants are advised to cross-check all the details before submitting information. KEA do not entertain any request for change in KCET application form after the conclusion of correction facility.
You can apply online from KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/. Visit the website and click on "KCET Online Application" link, register with basic details, and follow prompts to complete profile.
Yes, Indian nationals can fill the KCET application form. Candidates from Maharashtra can fill the KCET 2026 application form at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Applicants need to fill their state domicile information at the time of filling out the KCET application form
After successfully filling the KCET application form, applicants gets the confirmation mail on their registered ID. KEA also send the confirmation text on the registered number. Candidates looking for admission are advised to enter a valid mobile number and email ID at the time of KCET registration. Applicants are advised to keep the confirmation mail and text safe till the conclusion of the admission process.
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KCET 2027 Fee Waiver & Exemptions
There is no full waiver of application fee for any category; however, SC, ST, Category-1, and female candidates from Karnataka get 50% reduction. They can pay INR 250 instead of ₹500.
Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and Category-1 may claim exemption from tuition fees during the admission process. However, for the same they will have to show annual family income below INR 8.00 Lakhs (for 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B). There might be other fee waiver or scholarships for reserved category candidates which will be either mentioned in the notification PDF or as per specific government orders for other categories.
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KCET 2027 Late Fee and Deadlines
KEA does not accept late applications or payments after the specified deadline. Once the portal closes, no additional window will be opened with a late fee. Hence the original schedule is the only time when students can apply for the exam. During the correction facility, students will be able to make edits into certain fields such as name, category, and academic details.
The KCET is a state-level entrance exam conducted to shortlist candidates for admission into undergraduate (UG) courses - Engineering, Pharmacy, Agriculture, and Veterinary Sciences. Students shortlisted as per the KCET results, will be able to take admission in participating colleges in Karnataka.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, many NIRF-ranked colleges in Karnataka also accept COMEDK UGET and JEE Main scores, giving non-KCET students a pathway in. Some colleges additionally offer management quota seats for direct admission, based on eligibility criteria.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
No, with a rank of 50k, getting a seat for B.Pharm at JSS College of Pharmacy will be quite difficult.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, with a KCET rank of 84,400, you have a very strong chance of getting a seat in (AI and DS) under the government/KEA quota at Aakash Institute of Engineering and Technology.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
With a KCET rank of 52504 with 2A category, you have moderate chance of getting a seat in lower-demand branches (like Civil or Mechanical Engineering) at JSS Science at Technology University, Mysuru or JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bengaluru during the later rounds of KEA counselling, but get
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, you have a good chance to get a seat at Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences in the second round with a KCET rank of 39,000 under OBC 2A Rural category.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
KCET is the main entrance exam for state quota seats. If you have a good JEE Main score, you can also apply for a management or NRI quota seat, or apply through COMEDK, which is another popular option in Karnataka. Each college may accept a different mix, so check individually.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
For the General AI category, the maximum PES ECE cutoff 2026 acceptable for admission in the first round was 1223. So, students with a rank lower than 1223 can easily gain admission to the above-mentioned course. To know the maximum rank required by other categories, see the table below.
| Category (All India) | PES ECE cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| General | 1223 |
| ST | 7369 |
| PWD | 224168 |
| Category (Home State) | PES ECE cutoff 2026 |
| General | 2193 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
KEA usually conducts multiple rounds of counselling, including Round 1, Round 2, and an Extended Round, depending on how many vacant seats are available.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Cutoff marks for KCET 2026 are calculated on the basis of number of applicants, availability of seats, performance of the candidates in the test, reservation and difficulty of the question paper.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Candidates who have passed or are due to pass class 12 (equivalent) in the specified subjects are eligible to apply for KCET 2026 as per the criteria of KEA.
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