KEA is expected to announce the Karnataka PGCET 2026 results shortly on its official portal. The MBA entrance exam took place on June 14, while the MTech examination was conducted on May 23. It has been over 60 days since the MBA test concluded. Candidates continue to wait for their PGCET scorecards. Get real-time alerts, official direct link, cutoff details, and step-by-step instructions on KEA PGCET results 2026 below.
Live Updates on Karnataka PGCET Results 2026
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Results Live Updates: The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is set to declare the results for Karnataka PGCET 2026. Once announced, candidates can view and download their scorecards from the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026. More than 60 days have passed since the MBA and MCA exams were conducted (on June 14). Karnataka PGCET result delay is causing widespread anticipation among applicants across the state.
Although several reports suggested that the result declaration would take place earlier this week, the examination authority has not yet issued a confirmed date and time. Find real time updates on PGCET results 2026, including the reason for delay, expected date, and what after results.
Is Karnataka PGCET 2026 Cancelled?
A reddit user posted that KEA PGCET 2026 has been cancelled, responding to the source of the information, he replied "insider info". KEA has not confirmed any cancellation of the exam. These rumours are being circulated as the exam results are delayed to a timeline that was not predicted beforehand.
Several candidates plan a protest outside KEA office on August 17 as PGCET result would have been released in July considering the past trends. Candidates are not demanding a release of the results, they are just seeking a notification stating the PGCET result date.
Steps to Download Karnataka PGCET Scorecard 2026
The Karnataka PGCET scorecard will mention candidate details, sectional scores, overall percentile, and merit rank. Candidates must preserve their scorecards as they will be mandatory during the upcoming centralised counselling and document verification rounds. Candidates can check their qualification status and download their scorecard by following these steps once the link goes live:
- Go to the official PGCET website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026.
- Locate and click on the notification link titled 'PGCET 2026 Result / Scorecard Download'.
- Enter PGCET registration number and date of birth.
- Submit the captcha code displayed on the screen and click on the 'Submit' button.
- KEA PGCET result and scorecard will appear on the screen.
- Download the PDF and print multiple copies for counselling and admission procedures.
In case of any discrepancies regarding marks, category, or personal details on the scorecard, candidates must report the issue directly to the KEA helpdesk immediately before the commencement of option entry.
LIVE UPDATE
KEA PGCET Results 2026 LIVE; Scorecard Download Link, Date & Time
- 6:58 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET Colleges List for Top 1000 Rank Holders
Check colleges that have been offering admission to top 1000 Karnataka PGCET rank holders based on past trends:
Karnataka PGCET College Offering Admission Under 1000 Rank
College Code
Bangalore Institute of Technology
B-131
BMS College of Engineering
B-136
Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering
B-158
M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology
B-217
PES University
B-240
R V Institute Of Management
B-252
M S Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce
B-362
- 6:30 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
KEA PGCET 2026 Result Login
To view your Karnataka PGCET 2026 result, open cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026, click the result link and log in with your PGCET number and date of birth.
- 5:55 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET Tie Breaking Criteria 2026
When multiple aspirants secure identical marks in the MBA examination, the Karnataka PGCET rank tie-breaking criteria apply. KEA will prioritise the aggregate percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying degree, followed by the age of the candidates. In case the age is also the same, KEA will allocate ranks via draw of lots.
- 5:34 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
How to Download Scorecard of Karnataka PGCET 2026?
Karnataka PGCET 2026 scorecard is downloadable using the following steps:
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Visit the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026
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Navigate to the 'Admissions' tab and click on PGCET-2026 (MTech/MCA/MBA/MArch)
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Click on the KEA PGCET result login link
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Enter login credentials, including PGCET number and date of birth
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Click the 'Login' button to check the PGCET 2026 results
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- 5:11 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
How to Check PGCET MBA Result 2026?
Candidates will be able to download Karnataka PGCET scorecard using the login dashboard hosted on the official website. KEA is yet to release Karnataka PGCET result and scorecard download link.
- Name
- PGCET number
- Candidate type
- Rank
- PGCET score
- Subjects
- 4:39 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
PGCET 2026 Result Delay 2026: Result Date for Past Session
In the last exam session, KEA had declared the Karnataka PGCET 2026 results on August 7. However, in that term the exam was held on June 22. This year, PGCET MBA exam was conducted on June 14.
- 4:04 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
PGCET 2026 Ranks Expected Soon
KEA will release Karnataka PGCET 2026 results anytime soon. KEA PGCET result for MBA, MCA, and MTech courses will be out on the same day. The exact date for PGCET result is not known yet.
- 3:33 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
What after PGCET Results? Documents Required for Counselling
Candidates need the following documents for Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling process:
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Final printout of Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form
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Fee receipt
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Karnataka PGCET 2026 hall ticket
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SSLC / Class 10 mark sheet
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Class 12 mark sheet
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Qualifying degree marks cards of all semesters
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Degree certificate / provisional degree certificate
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Study certificate countersigned by BEO as per the format (Only for Karnataka candidates)
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Work experience certificate (in case of working candidates)
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Sponsored certificate (If applicable)
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Caste certificate
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Income certificate
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- 2:37 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
Details Furnished on KEA PGCET 2026 Scorecard
Candidates will find the following details on Karnataka PGCET scorecard:
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Candidate's name
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PGCET number
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Photograph
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Signature
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Date of birth
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Gender
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Category
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Candidate type (Karnataka or Non Karnataka native)
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- 1:55 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Colleges for Rank 101‑500
Candidates scoring 90‑94 marks fall in rank 101‑500. Those ranks unlock admission to mid‑tier MBA colleges; refer to the downloadable rank‑wise college PDF for details.
- 1:00 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
Steps to Check PGCET Results 2026 on New Website?
Candidates visiting the KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.goiv.in/kea, will find an overall new look of the website. To access PGCET results, candidates can find PGCET website link in the 'Quick Links' section. PGCET result link might also be updated under the 'Admissions' tab.
- 12:22 AM IST• 17 Aug 2026
Will KEA Send PGCET Scorecard via Mail?
No, KEA does not send Karnataka PGCET scorecard via mail. Candidates are required to visit the official website to download scorecvard of PGCET exam.
- 11:50 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Login Details Required for Checking Karnataka PGCET Results
Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026, click the result link, enter your PGCET number and date of birth as login credentials, then hit Submit to view your scorecard.
- 11:11 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
How to Check Karnataka PGCET Result Online 2026?
Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea, click the PGCET 2026 results link, enter your PGCET number and date of birth, then hit Submit to view your result.
- 10:47 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
What Details Appear on Karnataka PGCET Scorecard 2026?
The Karnataka PGCET 2026 scorecard shows your name, PGCET number, category, rank, marks obtained and the programme you applied for, all in one PDF.
- 10:14 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Login Credentials Required to Check Karnataka PGCET Result 2026
Candidates who took the PGCET exam 2026 will have to provide their registration number and date of birth to check Karnataka PGCET results.
- 9:34 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET Document Verification 2026
KEA will release Karnataka PGCET claim slip for all candidates based on their documents uploaded online. Actual verification of the documents will be done when the admission process starts.
- 9:00 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
When will KEA Release PGCET Result 2026?
KEA is expected to release the Karnataka PGCET result anytime soon. The exam was conducted more than 60 days back. KEA usually declares KEA PGCET results within 30 to 45 days.
- 8:26 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
KEA PGCET Colleges for Top 1000 Rank Holders
Check colleges that have been offering admission to top 1000 Karnataka PGCET rank holders based on past trends:
Karnataka PGCET College Offering Admission Under 1000 Rank
College Code
Bangalore Institute of Technology
B-131
BMS College of Engineering
B-136
Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering
B-158
M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology
B-217
PES University
B-240
R V Institute Of Management
B-252
M S Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce
B-362
- 8:00 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
KEA to Publish Karnataka PGCET Cutoff Ranks during Counselling Process
Karnataka Examination Authority releases PGCET cutoff ranks with the release of seat allotment results.
- 7:37 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Factors Affecting Karnataka PGCET Cutoff Ranks 2026
Some of the factors affecting KEA PGCET cutoff ranks are mentioned below:
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Number of candidates who took the exam
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Total seats for admission based on Karnataka PGCET
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Number of seats in a particular institute
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Difficulty level of the exam
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Category of qualifiers
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- 7:14 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET Result Login 2026
To view your Karnataka PGCET 2026 result, open cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026, click the result link and log in with your PGCET number and date of birth.
- 6:49 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
KEA PGCET Result 2026: Tie Breaking Criteria
When multiple aspirants secure identical marks in the MBA examination, the Karnataka PGCET rank tie-breaking criteria apply. KEA will prioritise the aggregate percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying degree, followed by the age of the candidates. In case the age is also the same, KEA will allocate ranks via draw of lots.
- 6:27 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
How to Download Karnataka PGCET 2026 scorecard?
Karnataka PGCET 2026 scorecard is downloadable using the following steps:
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Visit the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026
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Navigate to the 'Admissions' tab and click on PGCET-2026 (MTech/MCA/MBA/MArch)
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Click on the KEA PGCET result login link
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Enter login credentials, including PGCET number and date of birth
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Click the 'Login' button to check the PGCET 2026 results
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- 6:06 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Mode for issuance of Karnataka PGCET 2026 result
KEA issues scorecards online only; no physical hard copies are sent to candidates via postal mail
- 5:44 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
How to Check PGCET Result 2026?
Candidates will be able to download Karnataka PGCET scorecard using the login dashboard hosted on the official website. KEA is yet to release Karnataka PGCET result and scorecard download link.
- 5:20 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Official Website for Checking PGCET Karnataka results 2026
Candidates can KEA PGCET result 2026 by visiting the official exam website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026.
- 4:52 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Total Marks in Karnataka PGCET 2026?
Candidates who took the Karnataka PGCET exam will be scored out of 100 marks. KEA will allocate a rank based on Karnataka PGCET scores.
- 4:13 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
KEA to Release Karnataka PGCET Results Anytime Soon
With more than 60 days passed since the exam date, KEA would be on the verge of issuing PGCET results. Candidates may find Karnataka PGCET results soon. No official date has been confirmed by KEA yet.
- 3:45 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Details Mentioned on Karnataka PGCET Scorecard 2026
Candidates find the following information on PGCET 2026 scorecard:
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Candidate's name
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PGCET number
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Candidate type/category
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PGCET 2026 rank
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PGCET marks
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Programme
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- 3:22 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
How to Check Karnataka PGCET Results 2026?
Candidates can check KEA PGCET results by following the steps below:
- Visit KEA PGCET 2026 exam website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026
- Click on the relevant link for PGCET MBA results 2026.
- Enter login credentials, including PGCET number, on the appearing window.
- Complete the captcha verification and click on the login button.
- Check PGCET scores and ranks.
- 3:00 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result Trends
The table below indicates the PGCET result trends over the years:
Karnataka PGCET Exam Year
Karnataka PGCET Exam Date
Karnataka PGCET Result Date
Number of Days b/w Exam Date and Result Date
2021
14-Nov-2021
19-Dec-2021
35 days
2022
20-Nov-2022
29-Dec-2022
39 days
2023
24-Sep-2023
22-Nov-2023
59 days
2024
04-Aug-2024
29-Sep-2024
56 days
2025
22-Jun-2025
07-Aug-2025
47 days
2026
14-Jun-2026
to be notified
60+ days
- 2:47 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Is Karnataka PGCET 2026 Cancelled?
A reddit post indicated an insider info that the PGCET 2026 exam has been cancelled. However, this is not true as KEA has not provided any official information related to the same. These concerns are being raised as PGCET 2026 results have been delayed compared to the usual timeline.
- 2:31 PM IST• 16 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result Date
There is no update on Karnataka PGCET result date 2026. KEA can release PGCET 2026 results anytime now.
Commonly asked questions
Karnataka Examinations Authority does not release the PGCET cutoff scores/ranks along with the declaration of the results. Candidates find the Karnataka PGCET cutoff ranks during the counselling process. KEA releases separate PDF files for Karnataka PGCET MBA and MCA cutoff along with the seat allotment details. The cutoff PDF mentions the last ranks at which the Karnataka PGCET participating college closed the allotment round.
Candidates will come across several details after they login to check the Karnataka PGCET scorecard. The Karnataka PGCET scorecard displays the following details:
Candidates must cross check all the details mentioned in the PGCET scorecard with the details they mentioned while filling the application form. In case of any miss match in the candidate profile details, candidates must report it to the official conducting body. Discrepancies in the PGCET scorecard may lead to denail of admission, irrespective of the PGCET scores.
KEA PGCET results are typically declared within a month of the exam date.
Commonly asked questions
The Karnatka PGCET exam score is valid for one exam session only. That is the scores of 2023 session will be valid for admission in 2023-24 session only. Qualified candidates need to appear for Karnataka PGCET counselling. Candidates are called for the counselling process based on their ranks only. Seats are allotted to candidates based on the merit and priority of options entered by candidates during option entry in the counselling process.
Karnataka PGCET rank indicates position of the candidate as per performance compared to other test takers. Karnataka PGCET rank helps during the centralised counselling process.
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