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Updated By Surupa Kar on 21 Jan, 2026 12:49
The KCET application form 2026 has been released on January 17, 2026. The KEA conducts KCET registrations online. The KCET 2026 application process will include filling out the online form, paying the registration fee, and submitting the form.
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The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has announced the KCET 2026 application form dates, with the registration process beginning from January 17, 2026. KEA has updated the last date to submit the application form to February 16, 2026. If you are planning to appear for the KCET 2026 exam, you must complete the registration and submit the application form before the prescribed deadline. KEA has also issued detailed instructions regarding the online application process and the list of documents required for registration through the CET Diksuchi booklet. The KCET 2026 registration will be conducted through the Application cum Verification Module. Once the registration window closes, you will be given access to a correction facility to modify any details, if required. To make changes to the KCET 2026 application form, you need to log in using your application number, date of birth, and password. You can fill out the KCET 2026 application form in both online and offline modes; however, if you choose the online mode, you must pay the KCET application fee 2026 using a credit card, debit card, or net banking. As soon as it is released, the KCET registration link will be provided here.
| Direct link to access KCET 2026 Application Form - (Activated) |
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KCET 2026 Application Form Dates will be announced soon. Meanwhile, you can check the tentative schedule for the KCET registrations here:
Event | Dates |
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KCET 2026 Application Form Release Date | January 17, 2026 |
KCET Application Form 2026 Last Date (Without a Late Fee) | February 16, 2026 |
Deadline to Pay the KCET Application Fee 2026 | February 18, 2026 |
Facility to make edits in the KCET Application Form 2026 | April 2026 |
Reopening of KCET Registration Window | April 2026 |
Last Date for Fee Payment | April 2026 |
The following documents are mandatorily required for KCET online registration:
SSLC/10th class mark sheet
Aadhaar card
Student’s photograph (in JPG format, less than 50 KB)
Student’s signature (in JPG format, less than 50 KB)
Student’s mobile number (with WhatsApp) and email ID for registration
You may require some of the following documents while registering for the KCET 2026 exam, based on the applicability:
Document | Certificate/Document Detail (as per applicability) |
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Schedule Cast Certificate | Caste Certificate containing internal reservation details (Category-A/ Category-B/ Category-C) with RD number. |
Caste Certificate | For ST and Category-1 students with an RD number. |
Income Certificate with RD Number | SC, ST, Category-1 candidates will have to obtain an income certificate with RD number separately. |
Caste/Caste Income Certificate | Income and caste certificate with RD Number (for 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B students) |
Kalyana Karnataka Certificate | 371(J) Kalyana Karnataka Certificate with RD number |
Kannada Medium Study Certificate | Kannada Medium study certificate from 1st to 10th standard |
Rural Area Study Certificate | Certificate for studying in rural areas of Karnataka from 1st to 10th standard |
NCLC certificate with RD number | NCLC certificate with RD number (for General Category candidates seeking reservation for studies in rural areas) |
Religious Minority Certificate | for Muslim, Christian, and Religious Minority Candidates |
You can check the table below to know the specifications to upload images, signatures, and thumb impression scanned copies for the KCET registration.
Scanned Documents | Particulars |
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Signature |
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Photograph | The candidate's photograph should be colored with a white background. Mobile photos will also be allowed.
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Left Thumb Impression |
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The detailed process to fill KCET 2026 application form can be checked below -
The candidates will have to carry the printout of the application form along with hall ticket on the exam day.
The application fee for various categories is mentioned below:
Candidate | Category | Fee |
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Within Karnataka | General category | Rs. 500 |
| ST/SC reservation | Rs.250 | |
Outside Karnataka | General category | Rs. 750 |
| Outside India | General category | Rs.5000 |
Note: Candidates must not forget to take a printout of the KCET application form 2026.
You will be able to make edits to the KCET application form 2026 after the KCET exam. The KCET 2026 application form correction window will allow you to rectify any errors made while filling out the application form. However, you must note that no changes will be permitted in the KCET 2026 application form once the correction deadline has passed. You can find detailed information regarding the KCET 2026 application form correction process in the section below.
You will have to follow the steps mentioned below to make changes or edit the KCET application form:
If you are making changes or editing the KCET application form, you must fill in the correct details so that the Hall Ticket or admit card will be generated with the correct details.
One common question you may have is whether candidates from other states can apply for KCET. The answer is no, if you do not have a Karnataka domicile, you are not eligible to apply for KCET, as the exam is conducted exclusively for students belonging to Karnataka. However, if you are an out-of-state candidate seeking admission to colleges in Karnataka, you can consider alternative entrance exams such as COMEDK, which is held for admissions to private engineering colleges in the state.
It is recommended that you verify your registered email address in case you forget your application number. You must get in touch with the KCET authorities at keauthority-ka@nic.in if the application number is still not available. You may also reach them at 080 - 23 460 460 via their helpline number.
Follow the instructions given below to retrieve your KCET 2026 password.
Visit the KCET 2026 candidate portal.
Choose "Forgot Password."
Click on the Create a new password.
It is necessary to input the KCET 2026 User ID, application number, security question, security answer, and security code.
Select "Submit" from the menu.
You must create and confirm a new password of their choice. You can also verify your new password using registered email address or cellphone number.
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To register for KCET, it is required to use either the candidate's or parent's Email ID and Mobile Number. All essential messages and OTP for forgotten passwords will be dispatched to the registered Mobile Number or Email ID. The applicant's Name and Date of Birth must match with the corresponding entries of the supporting document(s) that need to be uploaded.
Candidates should follow the specifications mentioned by the conducting body regarding the uploading of the scanned documents.
Candidates who have successfully filled out the application form of KCET 2026 exam will be able to download their KCET admit card 2026. The admit card is a crucial document as candidates will not be allowed to appear for the entrance exam without it.
KEA will open the KCET application form correction window 2026 for all the registered candidates thus enabling them to make the necessary corrections and submit their KCET 2026 application form.
No. Candidates are not required to submit the KCET application form 2025 through offline mode. However, they will have to download the KCET 2025 application form and get it attested by the Principal of the Standard 12 or PU of the institute/school/college studied or where the candidate is currently studying or by any Gazetted Officer.
There is an online application fee payment option for KCET, and the candidates can do the same through the internet banking facility.
Signature of the College Principal (PUC II) or Gazetted Signature is mandatory in the KCET application form. The candidates will have to take the printout of application form and get this signature done in it.
The application fee for the General/ OBC category is Rs. 500 and it is Rs. 250 for Reserved and Female candidates.
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