Karnataka PGCET Exam 2026 Latest News & Notifications

• 2025 Karnataka PGCET closing rank for Top MBA College GIBS  (General, All India): 29459.

• Aim for a better (lower) rank than 29459 to be safe.

• Cutoff can differ slightly by category and quota.

Candidates must upload their passport-sized photograph, signature, and left thumb impression strictly in JPEG or JPG format. The file size must remain between 5 KB and 40 KB.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) releases and manages the Karnataka PGCET application process on its official web portal.

No, Karnataka PGCET application fee is non-refundable. Refunds are only initiated by KEA if an online transaction fails but the amount is successfully deducted from your bank account.

Yes, the application form of KEA PGCET is available in an online mode. The conducting authority does not provide printed forms or entertain any physical applications sent by post.

Yes, final-year graduation students are eligible to apply and sit for the Karnataka PGCET exam. However, they must fulfill the minimum percentage criteria during the document verification stage.

Candidates with a 3-year bachelor's degree are eligible for PGCET exam. However, candidates must have obtained at least 50 per cent aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories).

For Part-time MBA candidates must additionally have three years of work experience.

Candidates can apply for PGCET exam by following the process below

• Vist the official KEA website
• Click 'New User' to register
• Generate login credentials
• Log in to fill details
• Upload the required scanned documents
• Pay the fee

No, offline submissions of Karnataka PGCET application form is not allowed. The Karnataka Examinations Authority accepts applications submitted through their official online portal.

Candidates will need your Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, degree details, category certificates, a valid ID proof, and scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and left thumb impression.