KSET Exam Pattern 2025: Check Section-wise Paper 1 & 2 Pattern Here

Karnataka State Eligibility Test 2024 ( KSET )

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Nov 12, 2025 12:44 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

KSET exam pattern 2025 is such that the exam consists of two papers- Paper I and II. The KSET exam was conducted on November 2, 2025. Candidates need to appear for both papers to qualify for the exam. Both papers comprise multiple-choice questions. Paper I contains 50 MCQs and Paper 2 contains 100 MCQs. Each question of both papers carries 2 marks. The duration of the exam is three hours. It is a pen-and-paper (offline) based test. The exam pattern highlights the overall structure of the exam such as the number of sections, total marks, marking scheme, exam duration, etc. Read below to know more about the pattern of KSET exam.

Table of content
  • KSET Paper I Exam Pattern 2025
  • KSET Paper II Exam Pattern 2025
  • KSET Subjects 2025 for Paper II
  • KSET 2025 Marking Scheme
  • KSET Exam Pattern FAQs 2025
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KSET Paper I Exam Pattern 2025

The KSET Paper I tends to assess the teaching/research aptitude of candidates. It primarily tests – the reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness (relating to Karnataka state geographical, climate, environment, historical, political, social, economic, education, and technological knowledge) of the candidate. Have a look at the Paper I exam pattern below:

Section

No. of Questions in KSET Exam

KSET Marks

General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude

50 MCQs

100

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the examination date of KSET 2025?
A: 

The KSET 2025 exam was conducted on November 2, 2025 in a single session from 10 am to 1 pm. It was conducted in a single day for both papers, Paper 1 and 2. 

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KSET Paper II Exam Pattern 2025

The KSET Paper II comprises questions from the subject selected by the candidates in the KSET application form. Paper II is conducted for a total of 33 subjects. Have a look at the Paper II exam pattern below:

Section

No. of Questions in KSET Exam

KSET Marks

33 Subjects

100 MCQs

200

Both Paper I and Paper II are conducted in a combined session of 3 hours (10 AM to 1 PM).

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many subjects are included in the KSET 2025 syllabus?
A: 

The syllabus of the KSET exam consists of 33 subjects for Paper 2. Paper 1 is common to all candidates. Paper 2 is subject-specific and consists of subjects like History, Geography, Sociology, Commerce, Political Science, English, Hindi, Psychology, Social Work, etc.

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KSET Subjects 2025 for Paper II

Check the list of subjects for which the KSET Paper II exam is conducted below:

KSET Subject Code

KSET Subject

KSET Medium of Question Paper

01

Commerce

English & Kannada

02

Kannada

Kannada

03

Economics

English & Kannada

04

English

English

05

Political Science

English & Kannada

06

History

English & Kannada

07

Sociology

English & Kannada

08

Geography

English & Kannada

09

Hindi

Hindi

10

Management

English & Kannada

11

Education

English & Kannada

12

Library & Information Science

English

13

Mass Communication & Journalism

English & Kannada

14

Psychology

English & Kannada

15

Social work

English & Kannada

16

Law

English & Kannada

17

Sanskrit

Sanskrit

18

Physical Education

English & Kannada

19

Urdu

Urdu

20

Public Administration

English & Kannada

21

Computer Science & Applications

English

22

Physical Sciences

English

23

Mathematical Sciences

English

24

Chemical Sciences

English

25

Life Sciences

English

26

Environmental Sciences 

English

27

Home Science

English

28

Electronic Science

English

29

Earth Sciences

English

30

Women Studies

English & Kannada

31

Performing Arts

English & Kannada

32

Music

English & Kannada

33

Visual Arts

English & Kannada

Also Read: KSET syllabus 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many papers are conducted in the KSET exam?
A: 

The KSET exam is conducted for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Objective types questions are asked in both the papers. The duration of combine papers is three hours. Paper I is common for all candidates and consists of 50 questions whereas Paper II is subject-specific and consists of 100 questions.

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KSET 2025 Marking Scheme

The marking scheme is different for both papers I and II. There is no negative marking in the KSET exam. Have a look at the marking scheme below:

Paper

Total No of Questions

Marks Awarded for Each Correct Answer

I

50

2 marks

II

100

2 marks


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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will the KSET 2025 result be released?
A: 

The KSET 2025 result is expected to be released soon. Candidates will be able to check their scorecard at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. To download the result, candidates required to enter the registration number and date of birth. 

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KSET Exam Pattern FAQs 2025

Candidates can check below the KSET Exam Pattern FAQs 2025.

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Q:   Where will the KSET 2025 result be announced?
A: 

The KSET 2025 result will be declared soon at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The exam was conducted on November 2, 2025. The scorecard contains the details including candidates' name, roll number, total marks, subject code, qualifying status, etc.

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Answered 4 days ago

The KSET exam is conducted for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Objective types questions are asked in both the papers. The duration of combine papers is three hours. Paper I is common for all candidates and consists of 50 questions whereas Paper II is subject-specific and consists of 100 questions.

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Jasleen Jain

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

The syllabus of the KSET exam consists of 33 subjects for Paper 2. Paper 1 is common to all candidates. Paper 2 is subject-specific and consists of subjects like History, Geography, Sociology, Commerce, Political Science, English, Hindi, Psychology, Social Work, etc.

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Manisha Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

The authority conducted the KSET exam 2025 on November 2 at various centres in the state. The duration of the exam was three hours. In total, 33 subjects were covered in the exam. The result is expected soon. Candidates will be able to check their scorecard at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

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Shikha Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

The KSET aggregate qualifying marks for the General category are 40% and for reserved categories are 35%. Along with the result cutoff marks and scorecard will be announced. The cutoff will be released subject and category wise.

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Chanchal Shekhar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

The methods to check the KSET result is mentioned below:

  • Visit at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
  • Click on the 'KSET 2025 Result' link
  • Enter the application number and date of birth
  • Tick the “Submit” button
  • View & download the result card

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Satyendra Garg

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

The KSET 2025 result is expected to be released soon. Candidates will be able to check their scorecard at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. To download the result, candidates required to enter the registration number and date of birth. 

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Ishita Kaur

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

The KSET 2025 result will be declared soon at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The exam was conducted on November 2, 2025. The scorecard contains the details including candidates' name, roll number, total marks, subject code, qualifying status, etc.

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Shikha Goyal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, the authority released the KSET 2025 admit card on the official website. Admit card is a mandatory document that needs to be carried at the examination hall. Without it candidate will not allowed to take the exam.

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Shikha Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

The KSET 2025 exam was conducted on November 2, 2025 in a single session from 10 am to 1 pm. It was conducted in a single day for both papers, Paper 1 and 2. 

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Jasleen Jain

Contributor-Level 6

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