How can I score above 150 in KCET 2026? - Preparation Tips, Best Books, Question Papers
Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 ( KCET )
Registration - 16 Jan '26 - 17 Feb '26
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 2026.
How can I score above 150 in KCET 2026? 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 KCET 2026 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 the KCET 2026 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, determining the right approach is as crucial as its execution. We have compiled a list of tips and tricks to crack the KCET 2026. The following list aims to help candidates yield better results and score above 150 in the KCET 2026 exam.
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Tips to Score Above 150 in KCET 2026
Candidates can go through the tips & tricks to score more than 150 marks in KCET from here.
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Prioritize KCET important topics
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Some chapters in KCET 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 2026 exam, it is recommended to go by the chapter-wise weightage of important topics.
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Get your concepts clear
The engineering exam syllabus is all about concepts. Having a good hold on the concepts will help you to do well in KCET 2026 exam. While preparing for the exam, do not forget to have clarity on the fundamental concepts of the subjects.
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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 2026 exam with a score of more than 150.
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Practice KCET previous year question paper
Candidates seeking the right temperament to appear for Karnataka CET exam are advised to solve KCET previous year questions along with giving mock exams. Solving PYQs will help candidates to get an idea about the question paper pattern and marking scheme. However, KCET mock test 2026 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 2026.
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5. Timely Assessment
While you are still preparing for the KCET 2026 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 2026 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 2026
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 2026 exam.
- Meticulous planning: Chalk out your KCET study plan 2026 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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For the students belonging to the General HS quota, the KCET last round closing rank for BTech in CSE was 83674. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the round-wise cutoff ranks:
| Round | KCET Last Round Closing Rank 2025 |
|---|---|
| 1 | 57600 |
| 2 | 74130 |
| 3 | 83674 |
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If you belong to the General AI category, the BTech cutoff 2025 for the University of Mysore ranged between 73966 and 261014 in the last round. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the branch-wise last round closing ranks for KCET:
| Course | KCET Last Round Cutoff 2025 |
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| B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | 86897 |
| B.Tech. in Bio-Medical and Robotic Engineering | 261014.5 |
| B.Tech. in Computer Science and Design | 225014 |
| B.Tech. in Civil Environment Engineering | 232487 |
| B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 76921 |
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The REVA University KCET Cutoff 2025 has been released for admission to the BE/BTech programmes. The REVA University BTech Cutoff 2025 ranged from 19283 to 110318 in the last round for the General AI category candidates. The easiest course for admission was B.Tech. in Civil Engineering, followed b
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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