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KCET 2026 application form can be filled by visiting official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/. Along with Karnataka CET application form 2026, detailed notification pdf will also be released with complete date and other exam process. KCET 2026 exam will be held on April 23 and 24, 2026. Whereas, special Kannada language exam.

KCET application form 2026 will start from January 17. Candidates must be ready with KCET 2026 required documents when applying online. Check what documents are need for KCET application here 

KCET Application Form 2026

KCET Application Form 2026

KCET 2026: Karnataka Examinations Authority will release KCET application form on January 17, 2026. Candidates can fill out KCET 2026 application form online by visiting official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/. Along with Karnataka CET application form 2026, detailed notification pdf will also be released with complete date and other exam process. Before they start filling out KCET 2026 application, they must keep specified documents ready with themselves. 

All documents required for KCET registration 2026 must be uploaded in application form as per specifications guidelines in official notification. This year, KCET 2026 exam will be held on April 23 and 24, 2026. Whereas, special Kannada language exam for some candidates will be held on April 22, 2026

Documents Needed to fill KCET Application Form 2026 

When filling out KCET 2026 application form, candidates must keep these documents ready with them 

  • Karnataka SSLC/10th Marks Card 
  • Karnataka 2nd PUC/12th Marks Card, in case of previous year student
  • Category, Non-creamy layer candidates (NCLC), Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) candidates, if applicable 
  • Photograph in JPG format
  • Signature in JPD format   
  • Left hand thumb impression in JPG format 

 Is study certificate required for KCET Application 2026? 

Many candidates have been asking this question. When applying for Karnataka CET, they must be prepared with above mentioned documents. KCET documents include SSLC and 2nd PUC certificates or any other study certificates, if candidates have. Hence, it is needed when filling out KCET application form online. 

How to fill KCET Application Form 2026? 

Karnataka CET application link will be activated at official website of KEA. Candidates can go through these steps to know how to apply for KCET 

  • Go to official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
  • On homepage, go to admission tab
  • Click on UGCET 2026 and go to Apply Online Link 
  • Register by entering all required details 
  • Now, login with generated credentials
  • Fill KCET application form, upload documents and pay fee 
  • Submit form and also download confirmation page
Q:   What is the last date to fill KCET application form?
A:

The Karnataka Examinations Authority closes the KCET application form in 30-35 days after it releases the notification. Candidates can fill out the KCET application form at kea.kar.nic.in till the last date.

Q:   How many courses can be selected in the KCET application form?
A:

KEA will commence the KCET registration 2026 online at its official website. Applicants looking for admissions to courses other than engineering have to fill a single form only. Candidates can fill multiple courses in a single KCET 2026 application form.

Q:   Can Maharashtra student fill KCET application form?
A:

Yes, Indian nationals can fill the KCET application form. Candidates from Maharashtra can fill the KCET 2025 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

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