KCET BSc, BFSc, BHSc Analysis 2026: Get Detailed Paper Analysis & Review

Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 ( KCET )

Vikrant Shukla
Updated on Jul 23, 2026 23:44 IST

By Vikrant Shukla, Deputy Manager

KCET Exam Analysis 2027: KEA conducts the KCET exam for Physics, Chemistry and Maths paper. We will share here the KCET 2027 exam analysis. Various coaching institutes will also release exam analysis of KCET 2027 on their respective websites. Candidates can refer to the article below for more details about the KCET exam analysis 2027.

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  • KCET Exam Analysis 2026 for PCM
  • KCET 2026 Maths Analysis
  • KCET 2026 Chemistry Analysis
  • KCET 2026 Physics Analysis
  • KCET Exam Analysis 2025
  • KCET Previous Year Paper Analysis
  • FAQs on KCET Exam Analysis 2026
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KCET Exam Analysis 2026 for PCM

Applicants appearing for the exam can check the KCET exam analysis. The exam analysis of KCET 2026 is released separately for all the subjects. For more details, candidates can refer to the table given below. 

Subjects  

KCET Difficulty level 

Important topics asked 

Biology 

To be updated 

To be updated 

Mathematics 

To be updated 

Integration (Calculus), Probability, Differentiation & Applications, Algebra

Chemistry 

To be updated 

Organic Chemistry, Pyridine estimation (Kjeldahl's method), basic strength of amines, and acidity of carboxylic acids vs phenols, First-order reaction graphs, activation energy calculations, and electrolysis of water and Periodic trends, Coordination Compounds, and d/f-block elements

Physics 

To be updated 

Theoretical questions, Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Modern Physics, Optics, Thermodynamics

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the expected rank for 70 marks in KCET?
A: 

For 70 marks in KCET, your expected rank will generally be around 50,000 and 85,000.

Q:   What colleges can I expect with KCET marks from 160 to 170?
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With 160 to 170 you can target top colleges and universities, as it corresponds to a rank between 500 to 550 (approx). Some top colleges are -

  • PES Univ (ECE)
  • NIE Mysore
  • SJCE
  • NMIT
Q:   How is the KCET cut off marks calculated?
A: 

The cut off marks are calculated by giving a 50% weightage to each KCET marks and 12th standard board examination marks. Both are combined to calculate the rank.

Q:   How can I check KCET exam results?
A: 
KCET results can be checked from here - kea.kar.nic.in, upon release.
 
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KCET 2026 Maths Analysis

As shared by students, the Maths paper was easy to moderate. While many questions were direct, 7-8 questions were tricky, or as they said were time-consuming. Good Attempts were 40-45+ questions out of 60 and the exam which is generally based on NCERT, had 65-70% questions from topics based on II PUC syllabus. High-weightage areas included Calculus (Differentiation/Integration), Algebra (Matrices, Determinants, Quadratic Equations), Probability, and Coordinate Geometry.

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KCET 2026 Chemistry Analysis

The KCET 2026 Chemistry paper was overall moderate to difficult level. Many students found it tougher to 2025/2024 session, some even compared it to JEE Main. The paper shifted more towards statement-based and assertion-reasoning questions. The paper was less formula-based and more conceptual. A high volume of questions were from the I PUC (Class 11) syllabus. There were questions from Organic Chemistry alongside Physical Chemistry which were considered time-consuming. A score of 40-50 is considered decent, while 50+ is excellent.

 

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KCET 2026 Physics Analysis

The KCET 2026 Physics paper was moderate to difficult and heavily conceptual. There was a strong emphasis on theory over numerical problems. It was tougher than last year, with approximately 75% from Second PUC and 25% from First PUC syllabus. Contrary to previous years, there were fewer, long-form calculations and more reliance on deep, conceptual, and theoretical understanding. Questions were from Mechanics, Electrodynamics (Current Electricity & Magnetism), Modern Physics, and Optics. Due to the difficulty, overall cutoffs in Physics might be affected, say.
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KCET Exam Analysis 2025

Applicants appearing for the exam can check the KCET exam analysis. Various coaching institutes release the KCET paper analysis 2025 at their website. The exam analysis of KCET 2025 is released separately for all the subjects. As per the previous year's students' reaction, KCET Biology paper was quite lengthy but easy in difficulty level, while the Maths paper was moderate. For more details, candidates can refer to the table given below. 

Subjects  

KCET Difficulty level 

Important topics asked 

Biology 

Moderate

  • Tools of Genetic Engineering 
  • Greenhouse Gases 
  • Nutrients and Deficiencies 

Mathematics 

Easy to Moderate

  • Permutation and combinations 
  • Integration 
  • Probability 

Chemistry 

Moderate 

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Physics 

Slightly Tricky, but overall moderate 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the KCET cut off marks?
A: 

The KCET cut off marks depend upon the course the institution and category which vary for general and reserved. Specific cutoff lists are released by colleges after results are published.

Q:   How can I check KCET exam results?
A: 
KCET results can be checked from here - kea.kar.nic.in, upon release.
 
Q:   How is KCET rank calculated?
A: 

KCET ranks are calculated using 50% of KCET marks and 50% of the qualifying 2nd PUC core subject marks.

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KCET Previous Year Paper Analysis

Candidates can check here the previous year paper analysis of KCET exam.

KCET Exam 2023 Analysis 

Subjects  

KCET 2023 Difficulty level 

Important topics asked 

Biology 

Easy 

  • DNA & RNA 
  • Tools of Genetic Engineering 
  • Greenhouse Gases 
  • Nutrients and Deficiencies 
  • Diseases & Pathogens 

Mathematics 

Moderate 

  • Permutation and combinations 
  • Integration 
  • Probability 

Chemistry 

To be notified  

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Physics 

To be notified  

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KCET Biology Questions Paper Analysis (Version B2)

  • All the questions were will within the revised prescribed syllabus by Karnataka PU Board.
  • Options like - “None of the above”, “All of these” and “Both (A) and (B)” are used in many question.
  • Q. No. 2- The student may get confused between option B or C due to a spelling mistake in the option A.
  • Q. No. 19 - Student is expected to choose incorrect statement which is option-D. But in the English version due to an incomplete statement in the option B, student may get confused between option D or B. However, the same statement B in the Kannada version is correct.
  • A well-prepared student can score about 50-55 Marks in this question paper.
  • The paper consists of 15 questions from I PU and 45 from II PU portions in concurrence with the weightage.
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Answered 4 days ago

Yes, many NIRF-ranked colleges in Karnataka also accept COMEDK UGET and JEE Main scores, giving non-KCET students a pathway in. Some colleges additionally offer management quota seats for direct admission, based on eligibility criteria. 

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 4 days ago

No, with a rank of 50k, getting a seat for B.Pharm at JSS College of Pharmacy will be quite difficult.

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, with a KCET rank of 84,400, you have a very strong chance of getting a seat in (AI and DS) under the government/KEA quota at Aakash Institute of Engineering and Technology.

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

With a  KCET rank of 52504 with 2A category, you have moderate chance of getting a seat in lower-demand branches (like Civil or Mechanical Engineering) at JSS Science at Technology University, Mysuru or JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bengaluru during the later rounds of KEA counselling, but get

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Akanksha Yadav

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Answered a week ago

Yes, you have a good chance to get a seat at Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences in the second round with a KCET rank of 39,000 under OBC 2A Rural category.

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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

KCET is the main entrance exam for state quota seats. If you have a good JEE Main score, you can also apply for a management or NRI quota seat, or apply through COMEDK, which is another popular option in Karnataka. Each college may accept a different mix, so check individually.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

For the General AI category, the maximum PES ECE cutoff 2026 acceptable for admission in the first round was 1223. So, students with a rank lower than 1223 can easily gain admission to the above-mentioned course. To know the maximum rank required by other categories, see the table below.

Category (All India)PES ECE cutoff 2026
General1223 
ST7369
PWD224168
Category (Home State)PES ECE cutoff 2026
General2193

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

KEA usually conducts multiple rounds of counselling, including Round 1, Round 2, and an Extended Round, depending on how many vacant seats are available.

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Riya Jeet

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a month ago

Cutoff marks for KCET 2026 are calculated on the basis of number of applicants, availability of seats, performance of the candidates in the test, reservation and difficulty of the question paper.

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Riya Jeet

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a month ago

Candidates who have passed or are due to pass class 12 (equivalent) in the specified subjects are eligible to apply for KCET 2026 as per the criteria of KEA.

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Riya Jeet

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