How can I score above 150 in KCET 2025? - Preparation Tips, Best Books, Question Papers

Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2025 ( KCET )

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Updated on Apr 6, 2025 15:23 IST

While scoring high in exam is the goal of every aspirant, here are some of the best tips on how to score above 150 in KCET 2025.  

How can I score above 150 in KCET 2025 is a question that must be sprouting in every candidate's mind who is planning to write the exam. Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is one of the prestigious state-level engineering entrance exams in India. The exam is a gateway for candidates seeking admission in the undergraduate engineering, pharmacy and other health sciences courses offered at government and private colleges in Karnataka. To score more than 150 marks in KCET 2025 exam, candidates need to give equal importance to all three subjects; Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics. Also, if you are planning to score 150, it is important to know the KCET exam pattern, syllabus and the chief topics with heavy weightage. As we all know that determining the right approach is as crucial as its execution, we have compiled a list of tips and tricks to crack KCET 2025. The following list aims to help candidates yield better results and score above 150 in KCET 2025 exam.
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Tips to Score Above 150 in KCET 2025

Candidates can go through the tips & tricks to score more than 150 marks in KCET from here. 

  1. Prioritize KCET important topics

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Some chapters in KCET 2025 exam have high weightage. Since the exam syllabus is vast, it is advisable to prioritize important chapters for KCET based on their weightage in the question paper. If you wish to score above 150 in KCET 2025 exam, it is recommended to go by the chapter-wise weightage of important topics.  

  1. Get your concepts clear

Q:   What are the important books for KCET exam preparation?
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Karnataka Examination Authority conducts KCET exam every year for the admissions to engineering and other courses offered by participating institutes. Candidates who appear in the exam are always advised to refer to the KCET best books 2025 for their preparations. For the ease of candidates, Shikha.com has compiled a list of best books to prepare for KCET 2025 exam below. 

Physics 

Concepts of Physics 

HC Verma 

Aptitude Problems in Physics 

S. Krotov 

New Course Physics 

Pradeep 

 
 
 
 

Chemistry 

IIT Chemistry 

O.P. Aggarwal 

Concepts of Chemistry 

ABC 

Mathematics 

Maths XI & XII 

R.D Sharma 

Algebra Made Easy 

K. P. Basu 

Differential Calculus 

Admit M Agarwal 

The engineering exam syllabus is all about concepts. Having a good hold on the concepts will help you to do well in KCET 2025 exam. While preparing for the exam, do not forget to have clarity on the fundamental concepts of the subjects. 

  1. Refer the best KCET study material

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Referring to the right study material can help you score high in the KCET exam. Always consult your teachers, mentor or subject experts to make a choice of the right set of books to ace the KCET 2025 exam with a score of more than 150. 

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  1. Practice KCET previous year question paper

Candidates seeking the right temperament to appear for Karnataka CET exam are advised to solve KCET previous year question papers and mock tests. Solving PYQs will help candidates to get an idea about the question paper pattern and marking scheme. However, KCET mock test 2025 will provide candidates with the real-time exam day feel. This way candidates will be able to eliminate any possibility of last-minute surprises and score above 150 marks in KCET exam 2025. 

  1. 5. Timely Assessment

While you are still preparing for the KCET 2025 exam, it is important to know your current standing. This intent will make it easier for candidates to work and improve their weak areas. Apart from implementing the above tips to score 150 in KCET 2025 exam, it is your hard work and determination that gives success. However, it is always advisable to follow a preparation strategy to ace in the exam. This is because a well-devised study plan will help you move in a set manner by eliminating distractions. 

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KCET preparation tips 2025

Candidates can refer to the KCET preparation tips to ace the exam with a good score.  

  • Know your exam well: It is extremely important to be well-versed with the KCET syllabus and exam pattern. This way you can plan out your preparation strategy aiming to score high in the KCET 2025 exam. 
  • Meticulous planning: Chalk out your KCET study plan 2025 considering all the topics involved in the exam syllabus. Once you make the study plan, try sticking to it. This will ensure that you are able to cover the complete exam syllabus and also have time for revision.     
  • Speed: It is the most important factor to score above 150 in KCET. Solving 60 questions in 80 minutes is undoubtedly a big challenge. Hence, candidates who are competent at solving every type of question with a good speed can score good in the KCET exam. 
  • Revision Notes: It is always recommended to note down the important points at one place. This way you can avoid revising the complete chapter, thereby saving a lot of time. 
  • Keep track of your performance: Try to identify the areas for improvement and work on them. Focus more on the weak areas. 
  • Positive attitude: Don’t dwell too much on your performance in the KCET previous year's question paper. Also, do not be disheartened if you make mistakes. Instead, try to identify the problems and rectify them. 

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Answered a month ago

No. The official authority does not release mock tests. Candidates need to refer to third party websites for the mock tests.

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Nishtha Chaudhary

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Answered a month ago

No. The JEE Mains emphasizes on deep knowledge and quote challenging with negative marking whereas KCET is moderately difficult which emphasizes on direct factual questions with no negative markings.

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Mani Mehra

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Answered a month ago

The difficulty level for mathematics is considered as moderate to difficult and other subjects are considered as easier to moderate.

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Vikrant Shukla

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Answered a month ago

The exam tests knowledge of 11th and 12th syllabus so it is important to focus on 11th and 12th standard NCERT textbooks which gradually start by practicing previous years papers and appearing for mock examinations.

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Mayank Kumari

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Answered a month ago

It is important to give mock tests for candidates appearing for KCET examination as it provides a holistic view and it provides a realistic exam experience also helping the candidates for analysing strengths and working on weaknesses.

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Aayushi Harsha

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Answered a month ago

The KCET syllabus is based on 11th and 12th standard which includes subjects like physics, mathematics, chemistry and biology.

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Satyendra Katarya

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Answered a month ago

The examination tests knowledge of 11th and 12th standard which includes subjects like physics, mathematics, chemistry and biology.

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Chanchal Sinha

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Answered a month ago

No, there is no negative marking in KCET making it important for the candidates to attempt all questions.

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Mamona Rai

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Answered a month ago

The marking scheme for KCET is 1 mark for each correct answer with no negative marking.

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Nishtha Taneja

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Answered a month ago

The exam is in offline mode with questions asked in MCQ format for subjects like physics, mathematics, chemistry and biology containing 60 questions wherein each subject is a session for 80 minutes.

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Nishtha Chaudhary

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