Candidates will have to complete certain portions of KCET 2021 to secure good marks in the exam. Read to know important portions of KCET 2021 and more.
Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2021 will be held for BTech admissions into the state engineering institutes. While preparing for the examination, the candidates are advised to check the portions for KCET 2021 that they will have to complete and study to secure good marks. Details related to the syllabus and exam pattern of KCET 2021 along with the best books to refer can be checked by the candidates before commencing their preparation process. Read the full article to know more about Portions for KCET 2021.
- Portions for KCET 2021
- KCET 2021 Syllabus
- KCET 2021 Exam Pattern
- Best Books for KCET 2021
- KCET 2021 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Portions for KCET 2021
Candidates can check the official syllabus of KCET 2021 to know which portions have to be studied for the upcoming entrance examination. Along with the syllabus, the candidates can also check the official KCET 2021 exam pattern to know more details about the examination.
KCET 2021 Syllabus
The authorities will soon release the detailed KCET 2021 syllabus. Candidates can prepare for the examination after referring to the Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics portions for KCET 2021 that have to be studied.
KCET 2021 Syllabus for Physics
| 11th Standard Topics |
12th Standard Topics |
|---|---|
| Physical World and Measurement |
Electrostatics |
| Kinematics |
Current Electricity |
| Laws of Motion |
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
| Work, Energy and Power |
Electromagnetic induction and Alternating Currents |
| Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body |
Electromagnetic waves |
| Gravitation |
Optics |
| Properties of Bulk Matter |
Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
| Thermodynamics |
Atoms & Nuclei |
| Behaviour of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory |
Electronic Devices |
| Oscillations and Waves |
Communication Systems |
KCET 2021 Syllabus for Mathematics
| 11th Standard Topics |
12th Standard Topics |
|---|---|
| Sets |
Matrices |
| Binomial Theorem |
Linear Programming |
| Mathematical Reasoning |
Inverse Trigonometric Functions |
| Principle Of Mathematical Induction |
Application Of Integrals |
| Linear Inequalities |
Relations & Functions |
| Complex Numbers And Quadratic Equations |
Determinants |
| Permutation And Combination |
Application of Derivatives |
| Introduction to 3D Geometry |
Differential Equations |
| Statistics |
Integrals |
| Trigonometric Functions |
Continuity and Differentiability |
| Sequence & Series |
Probability |
| Straight Lines |
Vector Algebra |
| Probability |
Three Dimensional Geometry |
| Limits & Derivatives |
|
| Introduction to 3D-Geometry |
|
| Conic Sections |
KCET 2021 Syllabus for Chemistry
| 11th Standard Topics |
12th Standard Topics |
|---|---|
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry |
Solid State |
| Structure of Atom |
Solutions |
| Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties |
Electrochemistry |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure |
Chemical Kinetics |
| States of Matter: Gases and Liquids |
Surface Chemistry |
| Chemical Thermodynamics |
General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
| Equilibrium |
p-Block Elements |
| Redox Reactions |
d and f Block Elements |
| Hydrogen |
Co-ordination compounds |
| S-Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals ) |
Haloalkanes and Haloarene |
| Some p-Block Elements |
Alcohols, Phenols and Ether |
| Organic Chemistry – Some Basic Principles and Techniques |
Aldehydes and Ketones and Carboxylic Acids |
| Hydrocarbons |
Organic compounds containing Nitrogen |
| Environmental Chemistry |
Biomolecules |
| Polymers |
|
| Chemistry in Everyday life |
KCET 2021 Exam Pattern
Candidates can check the detailed exam pattern of KCET 2021 to know how the question paper will be structured by the authorities.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam |
Pen and Paper Based Test |
| Duration |
4 Hours |
| Medium of Exam |
English or Kannada |
| Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Sections |
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
| Total Number of Questions |
180 Questions |
| Marking Scheme |
For every correct answer, 1 mark will be allotted. There will be no negative marking. |
Best Books for KCET 2021
During preparation for the examination, it is important that the candidates choose good materials for their reference. To ensure good preparation, the candidates can check the best books for KCET 2021 listed in the table below.
| Subjects |
Books |
|---|---|
| Physics |
Physics for Karnataka CET and COMEDK Physics for 1st Year PUC by AS Govind Fundamentals of Physics by S Chand |
| Mathematics |
Mathematics for 1st Year PUC BY Dr. PG Umarani CET by Bosco Mathematics by Dinesh |
| Chemistry |
Chemistry for 1st Year PUC by Prof. Somashekara Prasad Pradeep’s New Course Chemistry |
KCET 2021 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When will KCET 2021 be conducted?
A. The official dates for KCET 2021 has not yet been announced by the authorities.
Q. What sections do I have to study for KCET 2021?
A. Candidates will have to study Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry for KCET 2021.
Q. Will KCET 2021 be held in offline mode?
A. Yes. KCET 2021 will be conducted as a pen and paper-based test.
Q. When will KCET 2021 result be announced.
A. KEA has not declared the KCET 2021 result release date yet.
Q. Will KCET 2021 counselling be held in online mode?
A. KCET 2021 counselling will be held in online mode.
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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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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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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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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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A Rank less than 10,000 is generally a good rank for getting admission into many popular engineering colleges and departments. But this depends on the institute, the course and counselling round.
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Yes, Chanakya University, Bangalore offers separate reserved seats for KCET candidates through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Out of its total intake (which varies between 60 to 120 seats per specialization), a specific percentage is allotted for KEA/KCET counseling.
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Aspirants must apply for KCET for admission in BE programme of Ramaiah Institute of Technology. Aspirants can pay the fees via any of the online payment modes. Check below the KCET fees:
Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
Karnataka GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | INR 500 |
Karnataka SC, ST, CAT-1 | INR 250 |
Karnataka All Female Candidates of Karnataka | INR 250 |
Outside Karnataka GM | INR 750 |
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Ramaiah Institute of Technology accepts admission in BE programme based on KCET scores via KEA Counselling. Aspirants who are allotted seat have to report at the campus for document verification and fee payment. In 2026, KCET cutoff ranges between 900-12,000 with CSE being the most competitive branc
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Yes, KCET is only for Karnataka domicile students, whereas COMEDK UGET is open to students from any state and is specifically designed for non-Karnataka candidates wanting seats in top private colleges like RVCE and BMSCE. So if you're from outside Karnataka, COMEDK is actually your main entry ticke
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