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KCET 2022 application correction facility has been reopened until July 1. If the candidates have any corrections to make in the KCET 2022 application form, then they will have to log in with the required credentials. However, all details are not available for corrections. KCET 2022 provisional answer key is now available. Candidates will be able to calculate their probable secured scores using the KCET 2022 answer key. The authorities accepted objections against the provisional KCET answer key until June 25. KCET 2022 was held from June 16 to 17 for admission to various courses offered by the public and private institutes in the Karnataka state. The exam was conducted offline wherein one hundred eighty questions were asked and the maximum mark is one hundred eighty. KCET 2022 admit card was available on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ for download from June 0. Read more details concerned with the exam on this page below.
- What is KCET?
- Latest Updates
- KCET 2022 Highlights
- KCET 2022 Dates
- KCET 2022 Answer Key
- KCET 2022 Application Process
- KCET 2022 Admission Process
- KCET 2022 Syllabus
- KCET 2022 Exam Pattern
- KCET 2022 Prep Tips
- KCET 2022 Admit Card
- KCET 2022 Question Paper
- KCET 2022 Result
- KCET 2022 Cutoff
- KCET 2022 Counselling
- KCET 2022 FAQs
What is KCET?
Karnataka Common Entrance Test commonly known as KCET is regulated by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). It is conducted for admission to professional courses like Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma), Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharma), Agriculture courses (Farm Science) and Veterinary courses. Candidates who desire to take admission to Medical or Dental or Ayurveda or Unani or Homoeopathy courses must qualify National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) exam whereas candidates seeking admission to Architecture course through KCET must have qualified JEE Main Paper-2 or NATA to participate in KCET counselling.
Latest Updates
- June 22, 2022 - KCET 2022 provisional answer key released
- June 17, 2022 - KCET 2022 answer key (unofficial) released
KCET 2022 Highlights
Check the highlights related to KCET in the table given below.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Full Exam Name |
Karnataka Common Entrance Test |
| Short Exam Name |
KCET |
| Conducting Body |
Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) |
| Frequency |
Once a year |
| Exam Level |
State Level Exam |
| Mode of Application |
Online |
| Mode of Exam |
Offline |
| Mode of Counselling |
Online |
| Exam Duration |
3 hours |
| Courses Offered |
Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma), Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharma), Agriculture courses (Farm Science) and Veterinary courses |
Download - KCET 2022 information bulletin
KCET 2022 Dates
Check the dates of KCET 2022 events in the table given below.
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Information bulletin availability |
12-Apr-2022 |
| Application form release date |
18-Apr-2022 |
| Last date to submit the form |
20-May-2022 |
| Last date to pay the application fee |
20-May-2022 |
| Application correction |
21-May-2022 to 24-May-2022 |
| Application window re-opened |
29-May-2022 to 02-Jun-2022 |
| Final chance to submit the application form | 11-Jun-2022 to 13-Jun-2022 |
| Hall ticket release date |
02-Jun-2022 |
| Submission of special category original certificates |
To be notified |
| KCET exam date |
16-Jun-2022 to 17-Jun-2022 |
| Release of unofficial answer key |
17-Jun-2022 |
| Release of provisional answer key |
22-Jun-2022 |
| Final date to raise objections against answer key |
25-Jun-2022 |
| Final date to correct details in application form |
01-Jul-2022 |
| Result declaration date |
To be notified |
KCET 2022 Answer Key
The official KCET 2022 answer key has been published online separately for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. Candidates will be able to calculate their probable marks and rank after matching their response with KCET answer key 2022. The answer key comprises the correct answers to the questions asked in the exam. Candidates could raise objections online until June 25. After resolving the objections, KEA will release the final answer key along with the result.
KCET 2022 Application Process
The application process incorporates several stages like registration, filling out the application form, fee payment, uploading required documents and final submission. Candidates should fill correct details in the KCET application form 2022 otherwise their application would be liable for rejection. KEA will accept the application form of eligible candidates only. Following are the eligibility criteria to apply for the exam:
KCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates can check the eligibility criteria for the different courses in the table below:
| Courses |
Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| BArch |
Candidates should be a pass in 2nd PUC / Class 12 / equivalent exam with English as one of the Languages and secured 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and 50% marks in aggregate at 2nd PUC / Class 12 / equivalent exam in all the subjects (45% for reserved category) |
| BE/BTech |
Candidates should be a pass in 2nd PUC / Class 12 / equivalent exam with English as one of the Languages and obtained a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate in Physics and Mathematics along with Chemistry / Bio-Technology / Biology / Electronics / Computer (40% for reserved category) |
| Farm Science courses means, BSc (Hons) Agriculture, BSc (Hons) Sericulture, BSc (Hons) Horticulture, BSc (Hons) Forestry, BTech Biotechnology, BSc (Hons) Community Science, BTech (Agril. Engg), BTech (Food Technology), BTech (Dairy Technology), BFSc (Fisheries), BSc (Hons) Ag. Maco. |
Candidates should have passed 2nd PUC / Class 12 / equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology as optional subjects. |
| Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc & AH) |
Candidates should be a pass in 2nd PUC / Class 12 and obtained minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English subjects (40% for reserved category). |
| BPharma |
Passed in 2nd PUC / Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and obtained minimum 45% marks in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology subjects. (40% for reserved category candidates) or Passed in Diploma in Pharmacy from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India Under Section 12 of the Pharmacy Act and has secured minimum of 45% marks. (40% for reserved category candidates) |
| 2nd Year BPharma |
Candidates should have passed Diploma in Pharmacy examination from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India Under Section 12 of the Pharmacy Act and has secured minimum of 45% marks. (40% for reserved category candidates) |
| DPharma |
Candidates should be pass in 2nd PUC / Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics OR
Passed in Diploma in Pharmacy examination from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India Under Section 12 of the Pharmacy Act. |
| Naturopathy & Yoga |
Candidates should have passed the qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as optional subjects and English as one of the languages of study and obtained an aggregate minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects in the qualifying examination is eligible for admission to Naturopathy & Yoga courses (40% for reserved category candidates). |
KCET 2022 Admission Process
Check the admission process of KCET in the infographic shown below:
KCET 2022 Syllabus
The syllabus is prescribed by KEA keeping the level of candidates in the focus. KCET syllabus encompasses chapters and topics of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology from PUC-I and PUC-II (Class 11 and Class 12) as specified by the Department of Pre-University Education of Karnataka State. It is important to study that content meticulously to obtain a good score and a good rank in the exam. Click on KCET syllabus 2022 to check the details.
Also Read: KCET Marks vs Rank 2021
KCET 2022 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern describes the basic structure of the question paper. It imparts information like the total number of questions, marking scheme, exam duration, etc. Prior to devising the preparation strategy, candidates must go through the exam pattern. It will assist them in creating a proper study plan to prepare for the exam. Take a look at an overview of KCET exam pattern 2022 in the table given below.
| Sections |
Questions |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics |
60 |
60 |
| Chemistry |
60 |
60 |
| Mathematics/Biology |
60 |
60 |
| Kannada (in case) |
50 |
50 |
KCET 2022 Prep Tips
To prepare for the exam genuinely, there should be a clear road map. Preparation tips help the candidates in moving forward in right direction. Following are the KCET 2022 preparation tips, which can be followed by the candidates to prepare in a better way:
- Be well acquainted with the latest syllabus
- Make notes of each subject
- Revise the notes at regular intervals of time
- Appear in the mock test
- Practice previous years’ questions
- Take good care of your health
- Take balanced diet
- Exercise daily
KCET 2022 Admit Card
KEA released the admit card on June 02. Candidates who have filled out the application form successfully can download their KCET admit card 2022 by using their login credentials. The admit card will be required for appearing in the exam. Without admit card, no candidate can ingress inside the exam hall. It assimilates details related to candidates as well as exams such as candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, exam venue, etc. Candidates must preserve it until the admission process concludes successfully.
Also Read: KCET Dress Code, Subject Wise Time Table, Things To Carry And Exam Day Guidelines
KCET 2022 Question Paper
KEA will release the KCET question paper 2022 PDF after a few days after the conclusion of the exam. Candidates can use the question papers to get an idea of the types of questions, the difficulty level of the exam, etc. They can download KCET previous years’ question paper and practice it to get an edge in the examination. Practising questions will make them familiar with the type of questions asked and hence they can solve them in the exam without any difficulty.
KCET 2022 Result
Candidates will be able to check KCET result 2022 online after a few days of the examination. They have to log in to their account by using the login credentials to check the result. KEA will not share the result through email or post. Qualified candidates will be called for appearing at the counselling
KCET 2022 Cutoff
In order to qualify the exam, candidates have to qualify KCET cutoff 2022. However, the cutoff for engineering admission was not released in 2021. Candidates were admitted based on the merit. The cutoff marks are decided by the admission authority based on various factors like no. of candidates who appeared in the exam, seat availability, etc.
KCET 2022 Counselling
The counselling will be organized by KEA to complete the admission process. Eligible candidates will be called for participating in KCET counselling 2022. The counselling procedure comprises of various stages like document verification, registration, choice filling, choice locking and seat allotment.
KCET 2022 FAQs
Q. What is full form of KCET?
Q. What is the purpose to conduct KCET?
Q. In which mode will the exam be conducted?
Q. When will the KCET 2022 application form be released?
Q. When will the KCET 2022 be conducted?
Q. Who can fill the application form?
Q. Which subjects are incorporated in KCET syllabus?
Q. How many questions will be asked in the exam?
Q. Is a PIO/OCI/NRI candidate is eligible for admission in engineering through KCET?
Q. Is a candidate studied in Kannada medium from Class 1 to Class 9 eligible for Kannada medium Quota seats?
A. No, they are not eligible because to claim a seat under Kannada medium Quota, a candidate should have studied in Kannada medium from Class 1 to Class 10.
Q. If a candidate has studied in Kannada medium from Class 1 to Class 12 outside Karnataka, then he/she is eligible for Kannada medium Quota seats or not?
A. Yes, the candidate is eligible for the admission under Kannada medium Quota.
Q. What is the process to determine the merit for engineering courses?
A. The criteria to determine the merit for engineering courses is 50% aggregate of the qualifying examination of PCM and 50% aggregate of the entrance exam of PCM subjects.
Q. What is the minimum marks required in the qualifying examination to determine the rank from engineering in case of General Merit?
A. The minimum marks required in the qualifying examination for General Merit is 45% aggregate in PCM (40% for SC/ST/OBC).
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Comments
Hello Nishanth Poojary, there are plenty of colleges in Karnataka which accept KCET score to give admission. I am attaching a link that will give you complete list of such colleges. The list includes government as well as non government institutions which will give admission based on KCET. By goi...Hello Nishanth Poojary, there are plenty of colleges in Karnataka which accept KCET score to give admission. I am attaching a link that will give you complete list of such colleges. The list includes government as well as non government institutions which will give admission based on KCET. By going through the list you can perhaps make out as to which is government college and which is not and then take action accordingly. https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/ranking/top-engineering-colleges-in-Karnataka-accepting-kcet/44-2-106-0-6611
But I suggest that you should appear for the entrance exam conducted exclusively by non added private colleges for admissions in the state of Karnataka as this will broaden your spectrum of colleges in which you can take admission. Best wishes to you.
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I studied in Andhra Pradesh for intermediate but I have studied BiPC only. Is it compulsory to write maths in KCET exam?
Yes, you have to write.
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How to download the KCET admit card 2022 from the official website?
Visit the official KEA KCET 2022 website. Click on KCET admit card 2022 download link. Enter the application number and date of birth and click on submit button. The KCET hall ticket 2022 will be displayed on the screen.
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Can I get admission in manipal university, Karnataka for B.Pharma degree if I am appearing for NEET and Not giving the KCET exam?
You can check out the following for more information - https://www.shiksha.com/university/manipal-academy-of-higher-education-30822.
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Can I get direct admission in Reva University without giving KCET exam?
Refer to the admissions page of Reva University at https://www.shiksha.com/university/reva-university-bangalore-40416/admission
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KCET ranking for B.Tech food Science depends on which subjects?
As per the KCET syllabus for B.Tech Food Science and Technology, There are three papers I. e Physics Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology. Each paper have sixty 60 marks, So total 180 marks are in total. So KCET syllabus is giving equal weightage to all subjects. However Chemistry and Mathematics...As per the KCET syllabus for B.Tech Food Science and Technology, There are three papers I. e Physics Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology. Each paper have sixty 60 marks, So total 180 marks are in total. So KCET syllabus is giving equal weightage to all subjects. However Chemistry and Mathematics are the scoring subjects so you can give more efforts to these subjects.
KCET Notifications
232 Institutes accepting KCET
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Which is the top government engineering college in Karnataka through KCET?
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