What is the last date to fill KCET application form?

Last date to apply is February 27, 2026 and candidates can fill out the KCET application form at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

When will KCET answer key be released?

Karnataka Examinations Authority will release the KCET answer key at the official website. Applicants who appeared in the exam will be able to download the KCET answer key at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates can use the KCET answer key to calculate their expected score before the declaration of the result. The answer key comprises correct answers to all the questions asked in the exam. KEA also allows candidates to raise objections in the KCET answer key till a specified date. After reviewing all the objections, KEA will release the KCET final answer key at the official website.

What is the KCET marking scheme?

Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET marking scheme in the official notification. Applicants appearing in the exam will be awarded one mark for every correct answers. There will be no negative marking for wrong answers in KCET exam. KEA will not deduct any marks for unattempted questions in KCET exam. As the exam is conducted in offline mode, applicants are advise to mark their answers carefully in OMR sheet. The questions with multiple options marked will be considered as wrong. Candidates are advise to cross check their answers before marking it in OMR sheet. Do not write anything on KCET OMR sheet other than marking answers.

When will KCET Spot Ranking Result be announced?

The KCET Spot ranking results is likely to be announced in May 2026 on the official website. KEA officials will verify and announce the KCET spot rank results on the website- cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

When will the results of the KCET exam be declared?

The exam body Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will declare KCET 2026 results online at the official website. Applicants appeared in the exam will be able to check their results by using their login credentials - user ID and password.

Can I request for re-evaluation of KCET result?

Yes, KEA allows request for re-evaluation/re-checking after the declaration of the results within three days. The exam authority also allows candidates to raise objections in the answers key. KEA has released the KCET answers key at the official website. Applicants could raise objections in the KCET answers key. After reviewing all the objections KEA has released the KCET final answers key along with the declaration of the result. The result of the KCET exam declared by KEA will be considered as final. Applicants are advised to keep their KCET scorecard safe till the conclusion of the admission process.

What if two candidates score the same marks in Karnataka UGCET result?

Karnataka Examination Authority has released the KCET results online at the official website. In case two or more candidates score the same marks in the KCET exam then KEA opts for tie-breaking formula. The tie-breaking formula for KCET is given below. The marks secured in Biology / Mathematics will be considered BTech and other courses. If the tie still persists then the marks obtained by the candidates in Chemistry / Physics will be considered. BTech and other courses. If tie still persists then the marks obtained in specific subjects in the qualifying exam will be considered. If still the tie is not broken, then the candidate's age will be taken into consideration. The candidate with higher age will be assigned a higher rank.

Who releases KCET cutoff scores?

Karnataka Examination Authority releases KCET cutoff online at the official website. Applicants will be able to check KCET cutoff after each counselling round.

How to download KCET question papers?

Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET question paper at the official website after the conclusion of the exam. Applicants can download the KCET previous year question papers at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Visit the KCET official website - cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Click on the KCET UGCET tab from the homepage. Now, click on the “Admissions” tab and select previous year question papers link. Select the year from the dropdown menu. Download the question papers for future reference.

Can Maharashtra student fill KCET application form?

Yes, Indian nationals can fill the KCET application form. Candidates from Maharashtra can fill the KCET 2026 application form at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Applicants need to fill their state domicile information at the time of filling out the KCET application form

What are the items required to be carried along KCET admit card at the exam centre?

Applicants appearing in the exam will have to carry their KCET hall ticket along with one valid photo ID proof. Candidates are also allowed to carry their personal pen/pencil and face mask inside the exam centre. Applicants are advised not to carry any item restricted inside the exam centre. Without valid KCET admit card, applicants will not be allowed to appear in the exam. A list of valid photo ID proofs applicable for KCET exam are given below. PAN card Driving License Voter ID Passport Aadhaar Card (With photograph) Bank Passbook with Photograph. 12th class admit card.

What are the details mentioned in the KCET admit card?

The KCET admit card will consist of the following details - Candidate name and roll number Exam centre Address KCET exam date and time Exam day guidelines

What is the duration of KCET UGET exam?

Each paper of KCET exam is conducted for 80 minutes. The Kannada language exam of KCET will be conducted for 60 minutes for Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates. KCET exam Biology and Mathematics exam will be conducted on same day while Physics & Chemistry exam will be conducted on separate day.

What should I do if I find a question that is out of the syllabus or has wrong answer options in the KCET question paper?

In case any question is asked in KCET exam out of syllabus then applicants are advised to attempt the question. In case a question will be out of syllabus, KEA will provide full marks to applicants who will attempt the question which is out of syllabus.

Can I apply for admission to preferred colleges based on the KCET result?

No, applicants looking for admission to various courses have to appear in the counselling process. KEA will allot colleges to shortlist candidates based on the rank in the result. The authorities will allot colleges to students based on the choices filled at the time of option entry.

Is the KCET syllabus the same as JEE Main entrance exams?

Yes KCET syllabus is almost similar to JEE Main exam as there are many similarities. There are some differences like KCET has topics on Biology which is not in JEE Main exam.

What is KCET syllabus for Chemistry?

Karnataka Examination Authority mentions the KCET Chemistry syllabus in the official website. The syllabus of KCET for Chemistry is prescribed by the Department of Pre-University Education of Karnataka State. Chemistry is considered as the most scoring subject for the KCET exam. KCET Chemistry syllabus comprises the below-mentioned topics. Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Life Principles Related to Practical Chemistry Solutions Polymers Biomolecules Equilibrium Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds Hydrocarbons Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen States of Matter Atomic Structure Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry Chemical Kinetics Chemical Thermodynamics Chemistry in Everyday Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

I marked two answers for a question in KCET exam. One of the answers is correct. Will I get full marks for this question?

No, in case any candidate mark two answers for a single question then question will be considered as wrong. Applicants are advised to mark their answers carefully in the OMR sheet. Candidates need to use blue/black ball point pen to mark their answers in KCET 2026 exam .

What are the factors which determine KCET cutoff?

The below factors are considered while determining the cut off - Difficulty level of question paper Number of applicants appearing in the test Seat availability

What is KCET syllabus for Mathematics?

Karnataka Examination Authority mentions the KCET Mathematics syllabus 2024 in the official notification. Applicants appearing in the exam are advised to refer to the KCET syllabus for their preparations. KCET Mathematics syllabus comprises the below-mentioned topics. Relations and Functions Integral Calculus Mathematical Induction Trigonometry Mathematical Reasoning Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations Binomial Theorem and its simple applications Sets Coordinate Geometry Permutations and Combinations Differential Equations

What are the details mentioned in KCET results?

The details mentioned in KCET result will be namely - Candidate’s name Total marks secured Subject wise marks Rank secured Qualifying status

What is KCET exam date?

The exam body released the exam dates for the KCET 2026 on its official website. As per the dates, the test will be conducted on April 23-24, 2026.

What is KCET application form correction date?

Karnataka Examination Authority will commence the KCET application form facility after the conclusion of the exam at the official website. Applicants can make changes in the KCET application form in online mode. Candidates are allowed to make changes in certain fields only. Applicants are advised to cross-check all the details before submitting information. KEA do not entertain any request for change in KCET application form after the conclusion of correction facility.

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KCET 2026 Exam: The exam body, Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), will release the KCET notification 2026 soon. After the release of the notification, it will accept the KCET application form 2026. Students meeting the minimum eligibility criteria will be able to fill the application form of KCET 2026 from - cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.

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KCET Application Form 2026
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KCET Question Paper 2026
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Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
16 Jan ' 26 - 27 Feb ' 26	KCET Application Form 2026 ONGOING
24 Feb ' 26	Last date to pay application fee
Apr ' 26	KCET 2026 Admit Card TENTATIVE
23 Apr ' 26 - 24 Apr ' 26	KCET Exam 2026
May ' 26	KCET Result 2026 TENTATIVE