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Diploma Common Entrance Test 2026 ( DCET )

Samridhi Mishra
Updated on Jun 4, 2026 23:57 IST

By Samridhi Mishra, Senior Executive

Overview

DCET Result 2026: Karnataka Examinations Authority will release the DCET 2026 result online at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/dcet. The expected date is June, 2026. Candidates require their application number to check DCET result. Candidates who appear for the DCET exam must check the results to know their performance. The DCET result mentions candidate name, roll number, score, rank and other details. Once KEA announces the result, the link will be updated here.  

Students must note that there is no re-evaluation or rechecking process. Only qualified students will be able to download DCET scorecard 2026. Candidates are advised to keep their DCET result safe till conclusion of the admission process. Candidates declared qualified in DCET results can participate in the counselling process for admission. Read below to know more about Diploma CET result 2026

Table of contents
  • How to Check DCET Result 2026?
  • DCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • Details Mentioned in DCET Result
  • Merit Determination for DCET 2026 Result
  • Tie-Breaking Method for DCET Result 2026
  • What after DCET 2026 Result?
  • DCET Cutoff 2026
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How to Check DCET Result 2026?

The authority will release the DCET result in online mode. Candidates will have to download the DCET result 2026. Check how to access the result for DCET 2026 below.

  • Go to the official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/dcet.
  • Click on the DCET 2026 result link.
  • Candidates will have to provide their DCET application form number.
  • Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
  • DCET 2026 result will appear on the screen.
  • Candidates are advised to check every particular detail mentioned in the results and then download the results.
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Q:   How do I check DCET result?
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To download DCET result 2026 go to the website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Click on the direct link to check the results. Enter your application number and submit. The DCET result will be shown on the screen, check and download the same.

Q:   How is DCET exam merit list prepared?
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Karnataka Examination Authority will release the DCET result online at the official website. Applicants must note that the DCET merit list is prepared keeping weightage of both board and entrance exam marks. While preparing the merit list, 50% weightage will be given to the marks obtained in DCET 2026 and 50% weightage will be given to the marks secured in the final year examination of diploma course.  

DCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

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

DatesPast Exam Dates
Jun ' 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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Details Mentioned in DCET Result

The DCET result 2026 will have important details. Candidates must check the DCET result carefully. In case of any errors in the details, students must contact thr authorities immediately to get it corrected. The DCET 2026 result will have the following details.

  • Name of the candidate
  • Roll number
  • Category
  • Obtained scores in DCET 2026
  • Obtained rank in DCET
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Q:   What details are mentioned in DCET result?
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Karnataka Examination Authority will release the DCET result online at the official website. Applicants can find following details mentioned in the result scorecard.  

  • Roll number 

  • Obtained scores in DCET 2026

  • Category 

  • Name of the candidate 

  • Obtained rank in DCET 2026

Q:   What is the tie breaking formula in DCET result?
A: 

In case two or more candidates scores same marks in DCET then KEA will use tie breaking formula to declare the results. Candidates can check DCET result tie breaking formula from below. 

  • Marks obtained in the entrance test 

  • Marks obtained in the 2nd year 

  • Marks obtained in the 1st year 

  • Age factor will be implemented 

  • A separate merit list is prepared for the following colleges: 

Day Engineering College Courses 

Evening Engineering College Courses (Bangalore) 

Evening Engineering College Courses (Mysore) 

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Merit Determination for DCET 2026 Result

The conducting body will prepare the DCET 2026 merit list by evaluating the scores of candidates. When preparing the DCET merit list, two factors are considered for calculation: 50% weightage is given to marks obtained in entrance test and 50% weightage to marks secured in the final year examination of the diploma course in the relevant branch of Engineering (Internal assessment marks will be considered for determination of merit in case of semester students, where internal assessment marks are counted for declaring the diploma result). The result of DECET 2026 can be checked on the official website. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I check DCET result?
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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.

Q:   What credentials do I need to check the DCET result?
A: 

To check the DCET result, candidates only require their DCET application number. Use this number on the result link at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. The result will be displayed on the screen.

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Tie-Breaking Method for DCET Result 2026

In case, two or more candidates have the same score and have secured the same rank, then the following guidelines will be followed (as in order) to solve the tie:

  • Marks obtained in the entrance test
  • Marks obtained in the 2nd year
  • Marks obtained in the 1st year
  • Age factor will be implemented
  • A separate merit list is prepared for the following colleges:
    • Day Engineering College Courses
    • Evening Engineering College Courses (Bangalore)
    • Evening Engineering College Courses (Mysore)
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Q:   When will DCET results be released?
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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.

Q:   Can I request for re-evaluation of DCET result?
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Karnataka Examination Authority will release the DCET result online at the official website. KEA will not allow any candidates to request for re-evaluation. The result once released will be considered as final. However, applicants will be allowed to raise objections in the DCET answer key.  

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What after DCET 2026 Result?

After the declaration of  KEA DCET 2026 result, the authorities will conduct counselling. DCET counselling will be held in online mode only. The counselling process of DCET 2026 comprises registration, option entry, verification and seat allotment. Only students who have qualified for the exam, can participate in the counselling process. 

Diploma CET 2026 Counselling Steps

Candidates can check the process for DCET counselling below -

  • Go to offiicial website and register
  • Once the registration is successful, attempt choice-filling and opt for preferences based on your marks
  • Based on rank obtained, the authorities will allot colleges.
  • Later the seat allotment result will be uploaded on the website.
  • Selected candidates then have to report to the center to verify their documents (physically at the notified centres).
  • Candidates have to submit original along with one set of attested photocopies of documents.
  • The required fee has to be paid by the candidates through a demand draft to confirm their admission. Failure to pay the fee within the last date will result in the disqualification of the candidates 
  • Finally, the candidates will have to report to the allotted colleges.
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DCET Cutoff 2026

The Karnataka Examinations Authority will release DCET cutoff (round-wise). Students who meet the cutoff mark will be eligible for the counselling. The Diploma CET cutoff rank determines the qualifying status of the candidate. The KEA will publish the cutoff mark for all categories. Candidates can check expected DCET marks vs rank details below -

DCET Score out of 100 marks Expected Rank
85 to 100 Under 500
70 to 84 5001 - 2000
55 to 69 2001 - 5000
40 to 54 5001 - 10000
Below 50 marks 10000+

 

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Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, Diploma CET admit card was released on May 16. Candidates who have submitted their application form can download their hall ticket.

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Himanshi Choudhury

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

The following documents are needed for DCET registration process -

  • SSC Marksheet and Passing Certificate
  • HSC Marksheet and Passing Certificate
  • Any additional qualifying maksheet and passing certificate
  • Category certificate
  • Character certificate
  • Passport photograph
  • Government ID poof
  • Transfer certifcate (if

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UPASANA PRADHAN

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, it is mandatory to upload documents (as mentioned) in DCET application form, otherwise application will not be accepted.

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Taru Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

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