KCET 2026 Exam Dates Revised By KEA; Check New Dates, Application Details & How To Apply

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has officially opened the KCET 2026 registration process and announced a revision in the examination schedule. Candidates planning to appear for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026 can now apply online at the official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, with the last date to submit the application form being March 15.

Alongside the registration announcement, KEA has revised the KCET 2026 exam dates for engineering and pharmacy courses. As per the latest notification, the KCET 2026 engineering and pharmacy exams will now be conducted on May 25 and May 26, instead of the earlier scheduled dates of April 23 and April 24.

KCET 2026 Revised Exam Schedule

According to KEA, the language paper, which was earlier scheduled for April 22, is yet to receive a revised date. Candidates should regularly check the official KEA website for updates regarding the language test.

The KCET 2026 admit cards will be released on May 1st, while the KCET 2026 result is expected to be declared on June 30, 2026.

The exams will be conducted in two shifts each day: the morning session will run from 10:30 am to 11:50 am, and the afternoon session will run from 2:30 pm to 3:50 pm.

Courses Offered Through KCET 2026

The KCET exam is conducted for admission to various professional undergraduate courses in Karnataka, including engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, veterinary sciences & BSc nursing. KCET remains one of the most important entrance exams for students seeking admission to government and private colleges across Karnataka.

KCET 2026 Application Fee Details

Candidates applying for KCET 2026 must pay the application fee online through the KEA application portal based on their category:

General category: Rs. 500
SC/ST candidates: Rs. 250
Candidates from outside Karnataka: Rs. 750
Candidates from abroad: Rs. 5,000

Documents Required for KCET 2026 Registration

Before filling out the KCET 2026 application form, candidates should keep the following documents ready:

SSLC or Class 10 mark sheet
Aadhaar card
Valid mobile number (linked to WhatsApp)
Active email ID
Scanned copy of passport-size photograph
Scanned copy of signature (as per prescribed format)

Steps to Apply for KCET 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the KCET 2026 online application process:

Step 1: Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
Step 2: Click on the KCET 2026 registration link on the homepage.
Step 3: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 4: Log in with the generated credentials.
Step 5: Fill in the KCET 2026 application form carefully.
Step 6: Upload scanned copies of required documents.
Step 7: Pay the application fee online.
Step 8: Review all details and submit the form.
Step 9: Download and print the application form for future reference.