KCET Exam 2026 LIVEKey Event
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Which are the high-yield Chemistry topics?
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Which are the high-yield Physics topics?
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Logistics Checklist (Do this NOW)
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The "Last 24 Hours" Study Strategy
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KCET Exam 2026: Exam Timing
KCET Exam 2026 LIVE: The KCET 2026 exam will begin tomorrow, April 22, 2026 . The Karnataka Examinations Authority will conduct the KCET exam 2026 in multiple shifts. The exam will be held in three days and will end on April 24, 2026 . Candidates who will be appearing for this academic year’s KCET exam should refer to the last-minute preparation, must do questions and short notes on the most important topics to ace their performance level and to obtain a good rank in the exam.
The KCET exam 2026 will start with the Kannada Language Test, which is mandatory for the Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates. Candidates will get 60 marks for questions asked on each topic- Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. Among these, Physics and Chemistry are mandatory to answer, and the rest they should choose either Mathematics or Biology.
KCET Exam 2026: Quick Highlights
Find out the major highlights of the KCET exam 2026 here in the following table:
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As per the experts, the candidates will get 1.33 minutes per question to answer. Since there will be no negative marking, the candidates should not leave any questions unmarked. Rest, stay connected with this live blog to get some useful insights regarding the KCET last-minute preparation tips here.
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KCET Exam 2026 LIVE
10 45 AM IST - 21 Apr'26
Which are the high-yield Chemistry topics?
- s/p/d/f block trends
- Coordination Compounds
- Basic Organic
10 30 AM IST - 21 Apr'26
Which are the high-yield Physics topics?
- Ray Optics
- Current Electricity
- Modern Physics
10 15 AM IST - 21 Apr'26
Logistics Checklist (Do this NOW)
- Make sure that the candidates have a clear printed copy of the KCET 2026 hall ticket.
- Carry an original Aadhaar card, Voter ID, and PAN Card.
- Bring your two black or blue ballpoint pens. Do not carry a gel pen for shading the OMR sheet.
- Plan to route and for the same, re-check your exam centre address, so that the candidates can reach the exam centre at least 45 to 60 minutes before the security checks.
10 00 AM IST - 21 Apr'26
The "Last 24 Hours" Study Strategy
- Do not panic and watch 8-hour marathon videos unnecessarily. Instead, stick to your own short notes.
- Invest 2 to 3 hours today to go through the formula sheets for Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry.
- Focus on the high-yield topics for the last time.
09 31 AM IST - 21 Apr'26
KCET Exam 2026: Exam Timing
Exam Date Exam Exam Time April 23, 2026 Physics 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM April 23, 2026 Chemistry 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM April 24, 2026 Mathematics 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM April 24, 2026 Biology 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM










