The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened the registration window for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026 on January 17, 2026. It is for the admission for the undergraduate professional courses across the state. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.KCET, officially known as the Karnataka Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET), is conducted annually for admission to a range of professional programmes offered by colleges in Karnataka.
Courses offered through KCET 2026
KCET serves as a gateway for admission to several undergraduate professional courses, including:
- Engineering
- Agriculture
- Veterinary Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
Admissions are granted based on KCET scores, subject to eligibility criteria prescribed by KEA.
KCET 2026 exam dates and timings
KCET 2026 will be conducted over two days:
- April 23, 2026: Physics and Chemistry
- April 24, 2026: Mathematics and Biology
Each day will have two shifts:
- Morning shift: 10.30 am to 11.50 am
- Afternoon shift: 2.30 pm to 3.50 pm
Each paper will be held for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
KCET 2026 registration : Documents required for admission
Before beginning the application process, candidates are advised to keep essential documents ready to avoid errors or delays. These include:
- SSLC or Class 10 mark sheet
- Aadhaar Card
- Active mobile number with WhatsApp access
- Valid email ID
- Scanned photograph in the prescribed format
- Scanned signature in the prescribed format
KCET 2026: Steps to apply
Candidates can follow the steps elucidated here to apply for the KCET 2026 application:
- Visit the official website of the Karnataka Examinations Authority: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- On the homepage, click on the link for KCET 2026 registration.
- Complete the new candidate registration by entering basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
- Generate and note down the login credentials sent to the registered mobile number or email.
- Log in using the credentials and fill in the KCET 2026 application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload the scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Review all entered details carefully to ensure they match the original documents.
- Pay the KCET 2026 application fee as per your category through the available online payment modes.
- Submit the application form after successful payment.
- Download and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates can click on the link provided here to apply for the KCET registrations 2026.
KCET registration 2026: Application fees
The application fee for KCET 2026 has been fixed based on candidate categories. General category applicants are required to pay Rs 500, while candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories need to pay Rs 250. Applicants from outside Karnataka must submit an application fee of Rs 750, whereas candidates from abroad are required to pay Rs 5,000 to complete the registration process.
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