KCET

The Karnataka Common Entrance Test, popularly known as KCET, is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). KCET is held for admission to first-year undergraduate professional courses in Karnataka, including engineering, agriculture, veterinary, pharmacy and allied programmes in government and private colleges across the state. The exam is conducted once a year in offline (pen and paper) mode and tests candidates primarily on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology based on the state Class 11 and 12 syllabus. Admission is granted through centralised counselling based on KCET rank along with qualifying marks. This page covers complete KCET details – eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, application process and preparation tips.