KEA will conduct Karnataka PGCET 2023 in November. Read about Karnataka PGCET 2023 exam for MBA admissions here.
Karnataka PGCET 2023
Karnataka PGCET 2023: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will release Karnataka PGCET 2023 schedule online on the official website (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in). If the previous year’s trends are to be followed, KEA will release the application form in October for the exam to be conducted in the third week of November. Candidates taking Karnataka PGCET 2023 for MBA admission will have to answer 100 MCQs in 120 minutes. Questions in the offline OMR based exam will be based on topics from four different sections. Scroll down to read more about Karnataka PGCET 2023 exam, including pattern, syllabus, eligibility criteria, application process, colleges, cutoff and more.
Karnataka PGCET 2023: Highlights
The table below mentions the exam overview of Karnataka PGCET 2023:
| Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name |
Karnataka PGCET |
| Conducting body |
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Exam level |
State-level |
| Courses on offer |
MBA/ MCA/ME/MTech/MArch |
| Karnataka PGCET 2023 exam dates |
Second week of November (to be notified) |
| Exam purpose |
Admission into PG courses offered by over 178 institutes in Karnataka |
| Mode of exam |
Offline (OMR based exam) |
| Duration of test |
150 minutes |
| Language of the test |
English |
| Official website |
cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Karnataka PGCET 2023 Exam Dates
The table below mentions the Karnataka PGCET 2023 schedule, including the application schedule, admit card issuance date, exam date, result declaration date, counselling date and more.
| Karnataka PGCET 2023 Events |
Karnataka PGCET Dates |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online application process |
Second week of October 2023 |
| Last date to apply for Karnataka PGCET 2023 |
Last week of October 2023 |
| Karnataka PGCET form correction window |
Last week of October 2023 |
| Issuance of Karnataka PGCET admit card |
Second week of November 2023 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2023 exam dates |
Third week of November 2023 |
| Release of Karnataka PGCET provisional answer key |
Last week of November 2023 |
| Last date to raise objections against provisional answer key |
Second week of December 2023 |
| Declaration of Karnataka PGCET 2023 result |
Last week of December 2023 |
| Centralised counselling process begins |
First week of January 2023 |
Also Read: Karnataka PGCET Exam Dates 2023
Karnataka PGCET 2023 Eligibility Criteria
KEA conducts the Karnataka PGCET exam for admission to MBA courses offered by institutes in full time and part-time. Karnataka PGCET eligibility criteria for MBA admission is as follows.
Karnataka PGCET Eligibility Criteria for Full-Time MBA
- Candidates must hold a three year bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised institute.
- UR category candidates must obtain a minimum aggregate of 50 per cent in the qualifying exam. On the contrary, reserved category candidates must obtain a minimum aggregate of 45 per cent.
Karnataka PGCET Eligibility Criteria for Part-Time MBA
- Candidates must hold a work experience of three-years in the relevant field in addition to the eligibility criteria of full-time MBA course on or before July 31 of the admission session.
- The current employer must be located within 40 KM radial distance from the college of MBA admission.
Also Read: Karnataka PGCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria
Karnataka PGCET Registration 2023
KEA releases the Karnataka PGCET application form online. Candidates can complete the Karnataka PGCET 2023 registration by visiting the official website, i.e. cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates filling the online application form will have to pay an application fee based on their category.
Soon after the application process concludes, KEA will host a window for application form correction. Candidates who might have made errors while filling the form, can use the Karnataka PGCET application form correction window to make modifications in the details.
Karnataka PGCET 2023 Exam Pattern
The table below mentions the Karnataka PGCET 2023 exam pattern:
| Karnataka PGCET Exam Pattern Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Pen and Paper Based Test (PBT) |
| Exam medium |
English |
| Exam duration |
150 minutes |
| Total questions |
100 |
| Total marks |
100 |
| Type of questions |
Objective type (MCQ) |
| Marking scheme |
One mark for every correct answer; No negative mark for incorrect responses |
| Number of sections in the question paper |
Four |
Also Read: Karnataka PGCET 2023 Exam Pattern
Karnataka PGCET 2023 Syllabus
KEA prescribes the Karnataka PGCET syllabus based on the course. Candidates appearing for MBA need to prepare for the topics as per the sections mentioned below. Along with the sections candidates can find the question weightage for each section in Karnataka PGCET MBA exam:
| Sections |
Number of Questions and Marks |
|---|---|
| 25 |
|
| 25 |
|
| 25 |
|
| 25 |
|
| Total |
100 |
Karnataka PGCET 2023 Exam Centres
KEA locates Karnataka PGCET exam centres across multiple cities in Karnataka. The space below mentions the list of Karnataka PGCET exam cities as per the previous year’s information bulletin:
- Bagalkot
- Belgaum
- Bangalore
- Bidar
- Bijapur
- Bellary
- Chikkaballapur
- Chamarajnagar
- Chikmagalur
- Chitradurga
- Dharwad
- Davangere
- Gadag
- Hassan
- Haveri
- Gulbarga
- Kodagu
- Kolar
- Mandya
- Mangalore
- Koppal
- Mysore
- Shimoga
- Ramanagara
- Tumkur
- Raichur
- Udupi
- Uttara Kannada
- Yadgir
Karnataka PGCET 2023 Admit Card
KEA releases the Karnataka PGCET 2023 admit card for all the candidates who filled the online application form before the deadline. Candidates need to carry a hard copy of the PGCET admit card on the exam day. Candidates can download the Karnataka PGCET hall ticket by following the step-wise process mentioned below:
- Visit the official exam website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
- Access the ‘Admissions’ tab followed by selecting PGCET-2023 from the drop-down menu
- Click on the Karnataka PGCET 2023 admit card download link
- Enter the login credentials followed by clicking the ‘Submit’ button
- Check all details in the Karnataka PGCET 2023 admit card and download the same
Also Read: Karnataka PGCET 2023 Hall Ticket
Karnataka PGCET 2023 Answer Keys
KEA releases the Karnataka PGCET 2023 admit card in two phases. Initially, the test takers are able to access the provisional answer key for all sets. Candidates are allowed to raise objections against the Karnataka PGCET provisional answer key. Based on the objections filed by the candidates, KEA will draft a final answer key that will be used for score evaluation. KEA will release the Karnataka PGCET final answer key along with the results on the official website, i.e. cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Karnataka PGCET Results 2023
KEA releases the Karnataka PGCET 2023 results over the official examination website (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in). All the test takers can check the PGCET 2023 result via the dedicated login portal. KEA releases the result as a Karnataka PGCET scorecard which is further required for the document verification process. Candidates will be selected for admission based on the Karnataka PGCET scores.
Also Read: What After Karnataka PGCET 2023 Results?
Karnataka PGCET Counselling 2023
KEA conducts a centralised counselling process for admissions based on Karnataka PGCET scores. Candidates with a valid score in PGCET 2023 can participate in the counselling process. The Karnataka PGCET 2023 counselling process includes the following stages:
- Physical document verification at helpline centres
- Generating secret key
- Display of provisional seat matrix
- Option entry
- Declaration of mock allotment results
- Declaration of seat allotment results
- Exercising choices
- Payment of admission fee & reporting to the allotted college
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Hi,Top Colleges in India Accepting Karnataka PGCETSJIM Bangalore - St Joseph's Institute of Management, Bangalore. Bangalore, Karnataka 4.4/57 ReviewsPrivateNIRF Ranking: 102 to 125 Careers360 Rating: AAAJain University, Bangalore. IBA Bangalore - Indus Business Academy, BangaloreCollege Name Tot...Hi,
Top Colleges in India Accepting Karnataka PGCET
SJIM Bangalore - St Joseph's Institute of Management, Bangalore. Bangalore, Karnataka 4.4/57 ReviewsPrivateNIRF Ranking: 102 to 125 Careers360 Rating: AAA
Jain University, Bangalore. IBA Bangalore - Indus Business Academy, Bangalore
College Name Total Tuition Fee Average Median Package
Reva University 9 Lacs 4.66 LPA
Kristu Jayanti College 7.79 Lacs to 8.19 Lacs 6.1 LPA
ABBS 8.2 Lacs to 10.5 Lacs 5.8 LPA
RV Institute of Management 7 Lacs 5.5 LPA.
Alliance University, ISBR Bangalore, ST JOSEPH'S INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - [SJIM], BANGALORE, AIMS School of Business (AIMS Institutes), Firebird Institute of Research in Management.
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Can I attend second round after cancellation of 1st allotted college in PGCET?
Yes, you can attend the second round after cancellation of 1st allotted college in PGCET.
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I got 4289 rank in PGCET, which college can I get?
It is difficult for me to say which college you may be able to get into with a rank of 4289 in the PGCET exam, as it depends on the availability of seats and the specific programme you are interested in. However, you can check the official website of PGCET for the college and the course that acce...It is difficult for me to say which college you may be able to get into with a rank of 4289 in the PGCET exam, as it depends on the availability of seats and the specific programme you are interested in. However, you can check the official website of PGCET for the college and the course that accept this rank or you can also check the previous year's cut off for PGCET for the respective college and course.
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What's the Karnataka PGCET cut off? I want to take MCA Admission in Bangalore.
It is around 3200 for top 10 colleges.
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Which colleges will accept my 23590 rank in PGCET?
Hi, as per the previous year's closing rank of Karnataka MBA colleges, the following colleges can accept your PGCET rank of 23590:1. Canara Bank School Of Management Studies for general merit2. A J Institute Of Management of Bangalore3. Al-Ameen Institute Of Management Studies for general merit4....Hi, as per the previous year's closing rank of Karnataka MBA colleges, the following colleges can accept your PGCET rank of 23590:
1. Canara Bank School Of Management Studies for general merit
2. A J Institute Of Management of Bangalore
3. Al-Ameen Institute Of Management Studies for general merit
4. Amruta Institute of Engineering and management sciences
5. Angadi Institute Of Technology And Management
6. B V Sanghas Institute Of Management Studies
7. BTL Institute Of Technology And Management
8. Dr. Sri Shivakumara Mahaswamy College Of Engineering.
BIT Bangalore - Bangalore Institute of Technology
BMSCE Bangalore - BMS College of Engineering
SIT Tumkur - Siddaganga Institute of Technology
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi
REVA University, Bangalore
MIT Mysore - Maharaja Institute of Technology.
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Please let me know PGCET rank eligibility criteria for sjj.
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I am looking for colleges for a 3000 ranking in MBA through PGCET.
Dear aspirantsI am sorry, I am not aware of any specific colleges that have a ranking of 3000 for MBA programs through PGCET. However, you can find a list of colleges offering MBA programs through PGCET by visiting the official website of the exam conducting body, such as the Karnataka EXAMINATIO...Dear aspirants
I am sorry, I am not aware of any specific colleges that have a ranking of 3000 for MBA programs through PGCET. However, you can find a list of colleges offering MBA programs through PGCET by visiting the official website of the exam conducting body, such as the Karnataka EXAMINATION AUTHORITY (KEA). You can also visit websites such as CollegeDekho and Shiksha, which provide information on MBA programs and colleges in India. Additionally, you can check the official websites of colleges you're interested in to SEE if they offer MBA programs through PGCET, and what their ranking is. Thank you.
I am sorry, I am not aware of any specific colleges that have a ranking of 3000 for MBA programs through PGCET. However, you can find a list of colleges offering MBA programs through PGCET by visiting the official website of the exam conducting body, such as the Karnataka EXAMINATION AUTHORITY (K...I am sorry, I am not aware of any specific colleges that have a ranking of 3000 for MBA programs through PGCET. However, you can find a list of colleges offering MBA programs through PGCET by visiting the official website of the exam conducting body, such as the Karnataka EXAMINATION AUTHORITY (KEA). You can also visit websites such as CollegeDekho and Shiksha, which provide information on MBA programs and colleges in India. Additionally, you can check the official websites of colleges you're interested in to SEE if they offer MBA programs through PGCET, and what their ranking is.
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In my PGCET score card, version code and marks are not showing. How can I see them?
There could be some sort of discrepancy or glitch, in that case, please contact the higher authorities via mail or call or there is also a possibility that you might be not able to make it to the rank merit list. For more detailed information, you may visit the Shiksha Karnataka PGCET exam page. ...There could be some sort of discrepancy or glitch, in that case, please contact the higher authorities via mail or call or there is also a possibility that you might be not able to make it to the rank merit list. For more detailed information, you may visit the Shiksha Karnataka PGCET exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/Karnataka-pgcet-exam). I hope this will help you.
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What if I entered wrong PGCET rank in documents verification?
You can change your rank if there is an editing or correction window. Otherwise, you must contact the appropriate authorities and provide them with the necessary documentation. Either send the KEA authorizations by mail or speak with the counseling staff in person at the document verification cen...You can change your rank if there is an editing or correction window. Otherwise, you must contact the appropriate authorities and provide them with the necessary documentation. Either send the KEA authorizations by mail or speak with the counseling staff in person at the document verification center. Since your score card and application form will already contain the correct information, entering the incorrect rank won't cause much of a problem. You must contact them before the deadline for document verification.
Yes, there might be a problem, because during verification process it is checked that all of the information you have given in your application form is correct or not. So they will scrutinized your application and all of your documents. Do participate in the counselling process and let's see what...Yes, there might be a problem, because during verification process it is checked that all of the information you have given in your application form is correct or not. So they will scrutinized your application and all of your documents. Do participate in the counselling process and let's see what's happen.
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Is score card important for admission to a college via PGCET score?
Top 5000 rank holders in the Karnataka PGCET exam tend to secure a seat in the top 30 MBA colleges in Karnataka. Based on the previous admission sessions, PES University has been closing admissions with the lowest cutoff ranks.
242 Institutes accepting Karnataka PGCET
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Can u suggest me aa government university accepting PGCET?
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