KCET 2026 provisional answer key has been released. Candidates can download the answer key PDFs for all subjects through the official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The objection window is open and will remain open until April 30, 2026.
The candidate shall have passed the Second year Pre-University of XII std or equivalent examinations with physics and mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of the following subjects: Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Electronics and shall have secured not less than 45% of the aggregate marks in optional subjects with English as one of the languages of the study.
40% marks in case of Karnataka candidates belongs to SC,ST and OBC.
Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate branch or equivalent with not less than 50% marks (45%)marks in case of Karnataka candidates belongs to SC,ST and Category I).
Graduate in any discipline with 50% marks (45% marks in case of Karnataka candidates belongs to SC,ST and Category I). PGECET-2013Notification: (For students aspiring Government Quota seats have to appear PGECET-2013 Examination)KMAT/NEET/CAT/MAT/XAT/TANCET -2013 Notification:(For students aspiring Management Quota seats have to appear in any one of the above mentioned Examinations.
A student who has passed PU examinations of Karnataka, +2 examinations of Kerala or nay other equivalent examinations is eligible to apply for the courses. Preferences will be given to science students when they seek admission to BCA degree course. Candidates successful at the Diploma examination secretarial / commercial practice conducted by the Government of Karnataka may be directly admitted to the III semester (second year) B.Com degree program. Such candidates are not eligible for ranking.
The Candidate should be passed in 10+2 with recognized board.
The Candidate should be passed in 10+2 with recognized board.
The Candidate should be passed in 10+2 with recognized board.
The KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) college and course codes are not a single "entry code". Every institute and course within the KCET system has its unique code.
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