Karnataka PGCET

Presidency College Bangalore accepts the Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam scores. The exam is conducted in mid-May. Registration for this state-level test usually opens in April, and it serves as a gateway for many top colleges in the region. The entrance test includes entrance exam scores followed by GD/PI (Group Discussion and Personal Interview).

No, Karnataka PGCET is not a mandatory entrance exam to be qualified for Jain College, Jayanagar MA courses. The institute decides the selection of candidates based on merit of last qualifying exam score of a candidate.

Thus, candidates who have appeared for the aforementioned entrance exam will not be evaluated based on their scores in the entrance exam.

• 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