Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Dates (Announced): Check Registration, Admit Card & Results
Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test 2026 ( Karnataka PGCET )
Registration - 23 Mar '26 - 8 Apr '26
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Dates: The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will conduct PGCET 2026 exam for MBA, MCA, and ME/MTech admissions. Karnataka PGCET exam for MBA and MCA course will be held on May 24. As per the Karnataka PGCET exam dates for ME/MTech test, candidates will have to appear for the exam on May 23. Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration window is available until April 8, i.e. last date to apply. Candidates find the exam details in the information bulletin on its official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. Scroll down for more details on Karnataka PGCET exam dates 2026 along with exam schedule.
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Planning to appear for PGCET in 2026? Know all about Karnataka PGCET 2026 here.
All About Karnataka PGCET 2026- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Event Overview
- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Dates
- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Hall Ticket Download Date
- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Date
- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Answer Key Release Date
- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result Dates
- FAQs on Karnataka PGCET 2026 Dates
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Event Overview
Check chronology for KEA PGCET 2026 dates below:
- Karnataka PGCET registration
- Karnataka PGCET application form correction
- Issuance of Karnataka PGCET hall ticket
- Conduct of Karnataka PGCET exam
- Publication of Karnataka PGCET answer key
- Karnataka PGCET answer key objection window
- Karnataka PGCET result declaration date
Besides the above mentioned events, KEA also conducts the centralised counselling process for MBA admission.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 23 Mar ' 26 - 08 Apr ' 26 | Karnataka PGCET Registration ONGOING |
| May ' 26 | Karnataka PGCET admit card download (MBA/MCA) TENTATIVE |
| 23 May ' 26 | Karnataka PGCET exam date (ME/MTech) |
| 24 May ' 26 | Karnataka PGCET exam date (MBA/MCA) |
| Jun ' 26 | Release of Karnataka PGCET Provisional Answer Key TENTATIVE |
| Aug ' 26 | Release of Karnataka PGCET Result TENTATIVE |
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Dates
KEA conducts Karnataka PGCET 2026 for MBA, MCA, ME, MTech and MArch admissions in Karnataka. The Karnataka PGCET admission process involves multiple events, like application process, application form correction, release of hall ticket, Karnataka PGCET exam, publication of PGCET answer key, declaration of result and more. Check highlights of Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam with the schedule below:
Filling Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Form
Karnataka PGCET registrations is released online. Candidates are allowed to apply for the exam within a stipulated timeline. KEA has the authority to extend the Karnataka PGCET registration window. Candidates are allowed to visit the official website of KEA (kea.kar.nic.in) to complete the PGCET registrations as per the schedule. KEA may also reopen to the Karnataka PGCET registration window. The deadline for completing the Karnataka PGCET application fee payment may differ from the registration deadline.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Form Correction
Besides the registration process, KEA facilitates the Karnataka PGCET application form correction window. The window is available for a span of three to four days. Candidates are allowed to edit the incorrect information (if any) filled during the registration process. Karnataka PGCET important dates will mention the dates for application form correction.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Hall Ticket Download Date
Admit Card: May ' 26
KEA releases the Karnataka PGCET hall ticket online for all the candidates who fill the application form before the last date. As per the Karnataka PGCET information brochure, the hall ticket is released 10 days prior to the exam date. The hall ticket of Karnataka PGCET 2026 hosts details related to the exam, including the test centre details, Karnataka PGCET exam date, personal details related to the applicant and some exam day guidelines. Candidates can download the Karnataka PGCET admit card until the examination day.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Date
KEA will conduct Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam for MBA and MCA courses on a single day. KEA has two PGCET exam shifts on a single day, one each for MBA and MCA exam. Karnataka PGCET ME/MTech exam will be held on a separate day. On the exam day, candidates have to mark the correct option in OMR sheet. Irrespective of the course, Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam has a total of 100 multiple-choice questions.
Also Read: Karnataka PGCET Exam Pattern 2026
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Answer Key Release Date
Answer Key: Jun ' 26
KEA releases the Karnataka PGCET answer key in two phases. The provisional answer key of the Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam comprises answers to all questions that appeared in the exam. Candidates will be allowed to raise objections against these answers. Subject matter experts will review challenges and further release a final answer key. The Karnataka PGCET 2026 final answer key will be released along with the result.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result Dates
Result: Aug ' 26
KEA releases the Karnataka PGCET results along with final answer key. Candidates can find Karnataka PGCET 2026 result to release within a month of the exam date. The results date for Karnataka PGCET exam will be released on the official website, that is kea.kar.nic.in.
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FAQs on Karnataka PGCET 2026 Dates
Check frequently asked questions related to Karnataka PGCET dates below:
Karnataka PGCET exam duration is exactly 120 minutes. KEA conducts the exam in a single shift for each course. Candidates must answer all 100 questions within allocated time frame.
Karnataka PGCET counselling is conducted every year for admission to MBA, MCA, M.Tech and MArch courses. Candidates who pass the Karnataka PGCET exam are eligible to participate in the documenty verification process. KEA starts Karnataka PGCET counselling 30 to 40 days after the result date. The official website hosts the Karnataka PGCET counselling schedule.
KEA declares Karnataka PGCET results within a month of the exam date. However, there can be delays in the release of the results due to unforeseen reasons.
Karnataka PGCET exam is conducted once every year. The exam score is valid for one exam session only. Karnataka PGCET is an offline exam with as many as 100 MCQs to be answered within 150 minutes. Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test is administered annually by Karnataka Examination Authority. Karnataka PGCET acts as the gateway exam for admission into PG courses, including MBA, MCA, M.E., M.Tech. and M.Arch in the state of Karnataka.
Karnataka PGCET application form submission is typically facilitated for a period of 20+ days. However, KEA may extend the deadline based on different internal and external factors.
Karnataka Examinations Authority conducts the PGCET exam every year across multiple cities in the state. While filling the application form, candidates have to choose the test centre preference. KEA will try allocatring a test centre in the prefered exam city. KEA mighty allocate multiple exam centres in one city. In the past exam session candidates had to choose a test city preference among 29 test cities.
KEA conducts Karnataka PGCET exam for admission to MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, and MArch courses. Candidates aspiring for MArch are only required to fill the PGCET form to participate in the centralised counselling process.
The Karnataka PGCET exam is usually conducted in the month of May. KEA is conducted Karnataka PGCET 2026 exams on May 14 and May 23.
The Karnataka PGCET exam is conducted only once a year. The exam score remains valid for one academic session for admission into PG courses in Karnataka.
Candidates should start their preparation at least three to six months in advance. Covering the vast graduation-level syllabus and taking regular mock tests requires consistent, early, and dedicated effort.
389 Institutes accepting Karnataka PGCET
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- 2 years
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- ₹ 60,000
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- 2 years
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- Full Time
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