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Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 ( KCET )

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The Karnataka Examinations Authority releases the KCET Chemistry question papers on the official website. Candidates can utilize KCET Chemistry papers for the exam preparations. The KCET Chemistry question paper comprises important questions from previous year exams.

Karnataka Examinations Authority releases KCET Chemistry question papers on its official portal. Candidates can utilize KCET Chemistry papers for the exam preparations. KCET Chemistry question paper comprises important questions from previous year exams. By practicing KCET question papers Chemistry, students can increase their question solving ability. 

KCET Chemistry Question Papers: Karnataka Examination Authority has released KCET Chemistry papers. It has released it on its authorised portal. Applicants can download KCET question papers Chemistry at kea.kar.nic.in. KCET Chemistry is considered one of the easiest sections of the exam, making it easy to score well. Practicing KCET Chemistry question papers will help students the what type of questions are asked in the exam and familiarize themselves with the exam pattern. Solving KCET Chemistry previous year question papers boosts candidates' confidence and improves their analytical skills.

These question papers, complete with solutions, aid in understanding concepts and focusing on specific topics to strengthen knowledge of each chapter. For more details about Chemistry question papers, refer to the article below. 

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Table of contents
  • Importance of Practicing KCET Chemistry Question Papers
  • KCET Chemistry Question Papers – PDF Download
  • Chapter-wise Breakdown of KCET Chemistry Questions
  • KCET Chemistry Second PUC Important Topics
  • Most Important Topics from Chemistry Asked in KCET Exam
  • KCET Exam Pattern 2025

Importance of Practicing KCET Chemistry Question Papers 

  • Practicing question papers Chemistry helps candidates familiarize themselves with syllabus, pattern.  
  • Regular practice of previous year question papers allows candidates to focus on their studies effectively. 
  • Solving Chemistry question papers under timed conditions helps candidates manage their time efficiently during the actual exam. 
  • Solving various questions improves problem-solving abilities and analytical skills. 

KCET Chemistry Question Papers – PDF Download 

KEA provides the KCET question papers PDF after the conclusion of the exam. Candidates can practice the Chemistry question papers to identify important topics and chapters. For more details, candidates can refer to the table provided below.  

Q:   Will there any numerical type questions in KCET question paper?
A:

No, there will be no numerical type questions in KCET. The question paper will have multiple choice questions and each question will have 4 options. 

Q:   How many marks will be deducted if I skip a question in the KCET 2025 exam?
A:

No, marks will be deducted for unattempted questions in the KCET exam. As per the marking scheme, applicants will be provided with one mark for correct answer while there is no negative marking for wrong answer. Candidates are advised to attempt maximum questions to increase their chances of admission.  

Q:   How to download KCET question papers?
A:

Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET question paper at the official website after the conclusion of the exam. Applicants can download the KCET previous year question papers at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.  

  • Visit the KCET official website - cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. 

  • Click on the KCET UGCET tab from the homepage. 

  • Now, click on the “Admissions” tab and select previous year question papers link. 

  • Select the year from the dropdown menu. 

  • Download the question papers for future reference.  

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Chapter-wise Breakdown of KCET Chemistry Questions 

Candidates appearing in the exam can refer to the Chemistry questions chapter wise weightage from below. 

KCET Chemistry First PUC Important Topics 

Chapters  

Weightage  

Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry  

8  

Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties  

8  

Some p – Block Elements  

7  

s – Block Elements  

6  

Thermodynamics  

4  

Redox reactions  

4  

Hydrogen  

3  

Environmental chemistry  

KCET Chemistry Second PUC Important Topics 

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7  

Solutions  

7  

Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers  

7  

Coordination Compounds  

6  

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes  

6  

Surface chemistry  

6  

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6  

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5  

Polymers  

5  

Chemistry in Everyday Life  

4  

General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements  

Most Important Topics from Chemistry Asked in KCET Exam 

Based on previous years analysis, there are certain high-weightage topics that KEA consistently includes in the exam. Candidates are advised to practice KCET Chemistry questions from these high-weightage topics to maximize their scores. It is also important to review previous year question papers to identify and focus on frequently repeated topics. 

  • Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry   
  • Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties   
  • Some p – Block Elements   
  • Solid State   
  • Solutions   
Q:   Is it useful to solve the previous year's KCET question papers?
A:

Candidates appearing in the exam are advised to go through the KCET previous year question papers for their preparations. Referring to KCET question papers helps candidates to check important topics and chapters asked in the exam. Candidates can also check KCET scheme of exam, duration, marking scheme and other details. It also helps candidates to evaluate their preparations before appearing in the KCET exam. Referring to KCET UGCET question papers enable candidates to figure out their strong and weak areas. Solving KCET question papers before the exam also helps candidates to boost their confidence.

Q:   Can I answer the questions in the KCET exam in any order I prefer?
A:

Yes, applicants can answer questions in KCET 2025 as per their preference. There is no boundations on the preference to attempt KCET question paper. Candidates are advised to attempt easy questions first to boost your confidence followed by other questions. 

Q:   Are candidates allowed to carry the KCET question papers outside the exam hall?
A:

Yes, KEA will allow candidates to carry their KCET 2025 question papers out of the exam hall after the conclusion of the exam. Applicants can use the KCET question paper with answer key to calculate their expected score before the declaration of the result. KCET question papers will be provided to candidates separately for all the subjects.  

  • Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers    

KCET Exam Pattern 2025 

KEA prescribes the KCET 2025 exam pattern on the official website. Candidates planning to take the exam should review the exam pattern to boost their preparation. The exam pattern includes details such as the marking scheme, exam duration, number of questions, and more. For further information, candidates can refer to the table provided below. 

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