Karnataka Examination Authority closed the KCET registration 2026 on Feb 27, 2026. Applicants could complete KCET registration 2026 from its official website. Currently application correction window is open. Check here the eligibility criteria, steps to apply, documents required and more.
- Documents Required for KCET Registration 2026
- How to Complete KCET Registration 2026?
- What After KCET Registration 2026?
- KCET Application Fee 2026
- KCET Registration 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required for KCET Registration 2026
Candidates are required to complete the following documents to complete KCET registration.
- SSLC/10th class marks card.
- 12th class/2nd PUC marks card (If available).
- All the reservation certifications to enter the RD number.
- Photograph of candidate (Maximum size of 50 KB).
- Signature of candidate (Maximum size of 50 KB).
- Left thumb impression (Maximum size of 50 KB).
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How to Complete KCET Registration 2026?
Candidates can follow the steps to register for KCET 2026.
- Go to the KCET official website -
- Then click on the Karnataka CET registration link.
- Select the SSLC status.
- Provide your SSLC 9th or 10th roll number in the required fields.
- Now provide your name, gender, date of birth, SSLLC passing year, father's name, mother's name, mobile number and more.
- Create a login password
- Click on KCET registration tab to complete the process.
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What After KCET Registration 2026?
After the completion of KCET 2026 registration, applicants will receive their application number and password on the registered email ID. Using the KCET login 2026, applicants need to fill the KCET application form 2026 with educational qualification, communication address, and other information. Applicants also need to upload the required documents as per the specifications in the KCET application form. Candidates are advised to keep a hardcopy of the filled application form for future reference.
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KCET Application Fee 2026
Karnataka Examinations Authority mentions the KCET registration fee in the official notification. After KCET registration, applicants first need to pay the application fee online. After successful payment, candidates can proceed to fill KCET application form 2026.
Applicants must note that KCET application fee can be paid online only through debit/credit card, net banking, UPI and others. For more details, candidates can refer to the table provided below.
| Quota |
Category |
Application Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka
|
GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B |
INR 500/- |
| SC, ST, CAT-1 |
INR 250/- |
|
| All Female Candidates of Karnataka |
INR 250/- |
|
| Outside Karnataka |
GM |
INR 750/- |
| Outside India |
GM |
INR 5000/- |
KCET Registration 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Karnataka Examinations Authority mentions the Karnataka CET eligibility criteria in the office notification. Applicants are advised to check the KCET eligibility criteria before KCET registration 2026. For more details, candidates can refer to the table provided below.
| Courses |
Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| BArch |
Candidates should be a pass in 2nd PUC / Class 12 / equivalent exam with English as one of the Languages and secured 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and 50% marks in aggregate at 2nd PUC / Class 12 / equivalent exam in all the subjects (45% for reserved category) |
| BE/BTech |
Candidates should be a pass in 2nd PUC / Class 12 / equivalent exam with English as one of the Languages and obtain a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate in Physics and Mathematics along with Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Electronics / Computer (40% for reserved category) |
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Student Forum
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, there is a major difference between the two. The students who manage to secure a seat in BE through counseling in Sapthagiri College of Engineering under KCET are able to save on fees as these are government-regulated fees. On the contrary, students who secure seats under Management quota are e
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 days ago
KCET is the most accepting entrance exam in the top Nursing colleges in Bangalore. Some of the top private colleges are mentioned below with their cost -
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences | INR 20,000 |
| Krupanidhi College of Nursing | INR 74,000 |
| The Oxford College of Nursing | INR 90,000 |
| St. Theresas College of Nursing | INR 25,000 |
| The Karnataka College of Nursing | INR 20,000 |
Source: Official site and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
No, KCET is not a mandatory entrance exam for Jain College, Jayanagar BBA admissions. The institute selects candidates based on merit in Class 12 board exams only.
Thus, all candidates who have cleared their Class 12 board exams are qualified to apply for Jain College, Jayanagar BBA course.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Listed below are some of the top KCET accepting Aeronautical Engineering colleges in Bangalore with their tuition fees -
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology | INR 9 lakh |
| Dayananda Sagar College Of Engineering | INR 15 lakh |
| AMC Engineering College | INR 7.54 lakh |
| Gopalan College of Engineering and Management | INR 7.44 lakh |
| M.V.J. College of Engineering | INR 10.3 lakh |
Source: Official site and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Listed below are the top KCET accepting BTech colleges in Mysore with their tuition fees -
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| The National Institute of Engineering | INR 2.83 Lacs - INR 5.16 lakh |
| JSS Science and Technology University | INR 3.86 Lacs - INR 10.46 lakh |
| Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering | INR 3.86 Lacs - INR 14 lakh |
| ATME College of Engineering | INR 3.86 Lacs - INR 7.44 lakh |
| University of Mysore | INR 21,400 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
The KCET 2026 registration deadline for the BE/BTech programme has been extended to 22nd February. The KCET exam 2026 will be held on 23rd April and 24th April.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
The annual family income must be below INR 8 Lacs to claim the EWS reservation benefits.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Economically Weaker Sections (General Merit only) are allocated a 10% reservation in KCET.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, if their parents declared Karnataka as their hometown when joining the service.
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