KEA Announces CET 2026 Document Verification Dates; Online Slot Booking Starts May 7
KEA will conduct KCET 2026 document verification from May 11-22, 2026, for eligibility clauses A1-O. Book a slot online starting May 7 and appear in person at KEA Bengaluru Head Office with original marks cards, study certificates, and IDs. Only verified candidates can enter seat options.
Online Slot Booking Starts May 7
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released schedule for physical verification of original documents for CET 2026, which will start from May 11 to May 22, 2026, at the KEA headquarters in Malleswaram, Bengaluru.
Who is Eligibile for Document Verification?
The verification is mandatory for candidates who claimed eligibility under clause codes A1, B1, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, and O. However, candidates under Clause “Y” are exempted and do not need to appear for this process.
To streamline the process, KEA has made online slot booking compulsory. Candidates must visit KEA website from May 7 onwards, to reserve a specific time and date for the same. Applicants are also required to appear in person on their booked date; proxy representation is not allowed.
Also read: KCET Answer Key 2026 OUT: Check steps to Download Keys & Last Date to Raise Objection
What Documents to Carry for Verification?
Candidates must produce the following original documents along with one set of photocopies of each -
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CET 2026 Admit Card and Application Form
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Aadhaar Card
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Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets
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Relevant Study Certificates
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Parental Certificates
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Other specific documents as outlined in e-Information Booklet based on the claimed eligibility clause.
Why is Document Verification Necessary?
Commonly asked questions
Each paper of KCET exam is conducted for 80 minutes. The Kannada language exam of KCET will be conducted for 60 minutes for Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates. KCET exam Biology and Mathematics exam will be conducted on same day while Physics & Chemistry exam will be conducted on separate day.
The exam body released the exam dates for the KCET 2026 on its official website. As per the dates, the test was conducted on April 23-24, 2026.
Karnataka CET also known as KCET is state-level entrance exam organised by KEA yearly. The objective is to shortlist students for admission in undergraduate (UG) courses in participating colleges in Karnataka state.
The DV is mandatory because the exam body has clearly stated that only those candidates will be declared eligible for admission if they have successfully done their DV process. These candidates will be permitted to participate in online option entry for seat allotment. For further details visit official website - cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
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