🏆 KCET 2026 – Karnataka Common Entrance Test (Complete Guide by DRS Academy)
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Learn about KCET exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility, top colleges, important dates, application process, and rank details – all in one place.
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🎯 About KCET
The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is conducted annually by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
It is a state-level entrance exam for students seeking admission into various undergraduate professional courses such as Engineering, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Veterinary, and other allied fields in colleges across Karnataka.
KCET scores are accepted by government, aided, and private institutions, making it one of the most important exams for students in Karnataka.
📘 Courses Offered Through KCET
B.E. / B.Tech – Engineering & Technology
B.Pharm / D.Pharm – Pharmacy Courses
B.Sc – Agriculture, Forestry, Sericulture, Fisheries, Horticulture, Veterinary Science
Architecture and Other Allied Professional Courses
📊 KCET 2026 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
Subject Questions Marks Duration
Physics 60 60 80 minutes
Chemistry 60 60 80 minutes
Mathematics/Biology` 60 60 80 minutes
Total 180 180 —
✅ 1 Mark for each correct answer
🚫 No negative marking
📝 Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen & Paper)
Engineering aspirants must take Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics, while Medical/Life Science aspirants take Physics, Chemistry & Biology.
📚 KCET 2026 Syllabus Overview
The KCET syllabus is based on the Karnataka 1st and 2nd PUC syllabus prescribed by the Department of Pre-University Education.
🔹 Physics
Motion, Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Work-Energy-Power, Thermodynamics, Current Electricity, Optics, Modern Physics
🔹 Chemistry
Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamics, Organic Chemistry, Solutions, Coordination Compounds, Polymers
🔹 Mathematics
Sets & Relations, Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Probability, Trigonometry, Vectors, Matrices, Statistics
🔹 Biology
Genetics, Cell Structure, Plant Physiology, Human Physiology, Ecology, Biotechnology
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🎓 KCET Eligibility Criteria
Must have passed 2nd PUC / 10+2 or equivalent examination.
Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics / Biology as core subjects.
Minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC).
Candidate must be a Karnataka resident or pass the Kannada Language Test if applying under Horanadu/Gadinadu category.
📅 KCET 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)
Event Expected Date
KCET Notification Release January 2026
Application Form Availability January – February 2026
Admit Card Download April 2026
KCET Exam Dates Mid-April 2026
Kannada Language Test Mid-April 2026
Result Declaration May 2026
Counselling & Seat Allotment June – July 2026
(Final schedule will be announced by KEA at https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea)
🖊️ KCET Application Process
Follow these simple steps to apply for KCET 2026:
Visit the official KEA portal: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
Register with your name, email ID, and mobile number.
Fill in personal and academic details accurately.
Upload scanned photo, signature, and documents.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Download the admit card once released.
🧾 KCET Rank and Result
KCET rank is calculated based on 50% KCET marks and 50% 2nd PUC marks.
Results are published online by KEA.
Candidates can check their rank, subject-wise scores, and merit status on the official portal.
🏫 Top Engineering Colleges Under KCET
Here are some of the top colleges in Karnataka accepting KCET scores:
RV College of Engineering, Bengaluru
BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru
MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru
PES University, Bengaluru
University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE)
Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering
Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT)
Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur
KLE Technological University, Hubballi
NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte
🎯 KCET Counselling & Admission Process
After the KCET results are declared:
Candidates must register for online counselling on KEA’s website.
Verify documents at the assigned centres.
Enter college and course preferences during option entry.
KEA conducts seat allotment based on rank, category, and preferences.
Confirm your seat by paying the fees and reporting to the allotted college.
💡 KCET 2026 Preparation Tips by DRS Academy
Focus on concept clarity and time management.
Revise all key formulas and definitions.
Solve KCET previous year question papers and mock tests regularly.
Study the PUC syllabus thoroughly – it forms the base of KCET.
Attend DRS Academy’s KCET Coaching Classes for expert faculty guidance and personalized learning.
🌐 Official KEA Website
For notifications, admit cards, results, and counselling updates:
👉 https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
📘 KCET Study Material & Coaching – DRS Academy
DRS Academy provides:
KCET Previous Year Papers with Solutions
Chapter-wise Notes and Worksheets
MCQ Practice Tests and Assignments
Mock Tests for Real Exam Practice
One-to-One and Group Online Classes
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