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.
Students often have this query in their mind "How can I score above 150 in KCET 2026?". This is a very valid question that must be sprouting in every candidate's mind planning who wrote exam on April 23 and 24, 2026. In this article we will explore the preparation tips to crack the KCET exam.
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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
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
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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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
To get admission to the BTech in AI and ML course at ATME, students have to clear the category-wise KCET rank. As per the ATME KCET cutoff 2025, the highest rank accepted for the General AI category was 61818.
To know the maximum rank for other categories, see the table below.
| Category | ATME KCET cutoff 2025 (Last Round) |
|---|---|
| All India Category | |
| General | 61818 |
| SC | 152441 |
| ST | 108234 |
| Home State Category | |
| General | 68751 |
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Answered 3 weeks ago
To check the merit list for admission at Vidyashilp University for the BTech (Hons.) in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) course, students have to go to the official KEA exam portal, find the KCET/UGCET option and click on it. After this, if the merit list has been declared, you will
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Yes, you can get admission at Vidyashilp University for its B.Tech. (Hons.) in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) course, if you belong to the General, SC, or ST AI categories.
For the above categories, the highest ranks accepted were 127676, 222180.5 and 161927, respectively, according
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Vidyashilp University KCET cutoff 2026 is affected by many factors, like the difficulty level of the exam, the number of applicants, the total number of test takers, etc.
The Vidyashilp University cutoff 2026 regarding the KCET examination was published for admission to the B.Tech. (Hons.) in Comput
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Vidyashilp University KCET cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the BTech course for various All India and Home State quota categories.
For the General AI category students, the maximum KCET rank admissible was 127676 for the B.Tech. (Hons.) in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) co
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
KCET is only for Karnataka domicile students — so students from other states cannot apply for KCET unless they have studied in Karnataka for a minimum number of years (usually Classes 6–10 or 11–12 in a Karnataka school).
COMEDK UGET, on the other hand, is open to all students across India, regardles
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Round 1 closing rank in Aeronautical Engineering was 56,940 in 2025. By the final round, the closing rank was 97,687. It suggests that, though easier than Computer Science and Engineering, Aeronautical engineering is a popular specialised course.
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Answered a month ago
Total 1.5 to 1.8 laksh
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Answered a month ago
Amity University, Bangalore has not listed KCET as a mandatory requirement for BPharma admissions. However, the institute does accept KCET scores for several UG level courses when picking candidates for admissions.
For more confirmation, candidates should raise this query with the admission desk of A
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Amity University, Bangalore has not mentioned KCET as a mandatory entrance exam for BBA at Amity University, Bangalore. However, most UG level admissions at the institute are decided through its scores. Thus, candidates are advised to ask this question from someone in the admission desk.
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