I am a final year Diploma student and waiting for the result. Can I apply for DCET 2026?

Those who have passed the Diploma or who are waiting for their results are eligible to apply for DCET 2026. A minimum of 45% marks in the 5th and 6th semesters combined is required to apply for the exam. The minimum percentage mark for SC/ST candidates is 40%.

Is there a negative marking in DCET?

There is no negative marking in DCET examination for any incorrect and unattempted questions. The maximum marks in DCET are 100 marks and candidates get 1 mark for every correct answer.

When will DCET results be released?

KEA will release the DCET results a few days after the provisional answer key. Candidates will be able to download the DCET result from the website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in using their login details.

Where can I check DCET result?

To check the DCET result, candidates have to go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. Click on the result link and enter your DCET application number. The scorecard will appear on the screen. Candidates should carefully check every detail mentioned on the results.

When will the DCET admit card be released?

BCECE released DCET admit card 2026 on its official website. Candidates can download their hall ticket using their login credentials. Link to download admit card remains active till counselling process.

What details are required to download DCET Admit Card?

To download the DCET admit card, candidates have to visit the KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. Click on the download link and enter your application number and date of birth. After a successful login, students can download the DCET hall ticket.

Where can I check DCET previous years' cutoff scores?

KEA is responsible for uploading DCET cutoff marks. The authorities releases merit list (round-wise). Candidates can find the previous year's cutoff here or check the official website. With the help of cutoff scores, candidates can get an idea about admission.

When will the DCET Seat Allotment Result be released?

DCET 2025 First Round Seat Allotment Result will be announced at the official website. The candidates must enter the CET number to download the result. The DCET 2025 Cutoff will be released online. The direct link to check the DCET 2025 Seat Allotment Result will be released online at the oficial website.

DCET BArch Exam Dates 2026: Get Complete Exam Schedule Here

Updated on Jun 24, 2026 11:45 IST

By Samridhi Mishra, Senior Executive

DCET Exam Date 2026: KEA is expected to release DCET result anytime soon in July 2026. Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) released DCET 2026 answer key and response sheet. The objection facility to challenge answer key is now closed.

DCET exam 2026 was held on May 23 (offline). Candidates can access any updates regarding the KEA DCET 2026 at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. On this page, students can check dates of all events, such as result date, round-wise counselling dates, registration last date, etc. Read below to check more about DCET exam dates 2026.

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DCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
DCET 2026 Application Form Date
DCET Admit Card 2026 Date
DCET Answer Key 2026 Date
DCET 2026 Result Date
DCET Counselling Date 2026

DCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of DCET 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
Jul ' 26	DCET Result 2026
02 Jun ' 26	DCET 2026 Final Answer Key
25 May ' 26	DCET 2026 Answer Key Release Date
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DCET 2026 Application Form Date

Karnataka Examinations Authority released DCET 2026 application form on March 17. The official website to apply is cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Registrations are closed now.

While filling form, registration is mandatory. DCET application form process comprises steps, such as form-filling, document uploading, and fee payment. Candidates must keep a copy of DCET 2026 application form for future reference. Only registered candidates were eligible to appear for the exam.

DCET Syllabus

DCET Exam Pattern 2026

DCET Admit Card 2026 Date

Karnataka Examinations Authority released DCET 2026 hall ticket online on official website. Applicants can download the DCET admit card at kea.kar.nic.in. Candidates need to enter their required credentials and OTP for verification to download the DCET admit card. Applicants have to carry their hall ticket along with one valid photo ID proof to the exam centre. DCET 2026 hall ticket will be available online only.

Also check: DCET Preparation Tips 2026

DCET Answer Key 2026 Date

Karnataka Examinations Authority released DCET provsional answer key 2026 along with objection link. The OMR response sheet of Diploma CET 2026 was released on May 23. Candidates who wanted to challenge against the answer key had to vsiit website and challenge within the due date.

DCET 2026 Result Date

Karnataka Examinations Authority is going to declare the result of DCET in online mode. The DCET results 2026 are going to be published on the website, kea.kar.nic.in. The expected KEA DCET result is July 2026. DCET scorecard 2026 will contain details, such as - marks, rank, and qualified details from the results of DCET 2026. Candidates who qualify are allowed to attend the counselling sessions.

DCET Counselling Date 2026

KEA will conduct the DCET counselling 2026 online. Applicants declared qualified based on results can participate in the DCET counselling. The counselling process will have registration, option entry, certificate verification and seat allotment. Applicants allotted a seat based on their option entry have to report to the respective colleges after fee payment to confirm their admission. The DCET counselling schedule will be announced on the website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.