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The KCET 2026 Application Form is officially scheduled to be released by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on January 17, 2026. Students aiming for Engineering, Pharmacy, Agriculture, and Veterinary courses in Karnataka must complete their registration at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in before the deadline.
Latest Update (Jan 4, 2026): KEA has confirmed that the KCET 2026 Registration portal will go live on Jan 17. A “CET Guide 2026” has also been released to assist students with the new OTP-based application process.
KCET 2026 Application Form: Direct Link
Below are the official links for registration and login. Note that the links will be activated on January 17, 2026.
| KCET 2026 Registration Link | Link Active on Jan 17 |
| KCET 2026 Candidate Login | Click Here to Login |
| Official CET Guide 2026 (PDF) | Download Official Guide |
KCET 2026 Registration Dates
| Events | Dates (Official) |
|---|---|
| Application Form Release Date | January 17, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | February 22, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Correction Window | March 2026 |
KCET 2026 Application Fee
The fee must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General and OBC (2A, 2B, 3A, 3B) | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Category-1 (Karnataka only) | ₹250 |
| Female Candidates (Karnataka only) | ₹250 |
| Candidates Residing Outside Karnataka | ₹750 |
| Foreign / NRI Candidates | ₹5,000 |
How to Fill KCET Application Form 2026
Follow these steps to complete your registration without errors:
- Registration: Visit the official website and click on “New User”. Enter your SSLC Register Number and basic details.
- OTP Verification: Verify your mobile number using the OTP sent by KEA.
- Fill Details: Login using your User ID and Password. Fill in personal, educational, and reservation details (Caste/Rural/Kannada Medium).
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of your Photo, Signature, and Left-hand thumb impression (Max 50 KB each in JPG format).
- Payment: Pay the application fee through the integrated payment gateway.
- Final Submission: Preview your form, accept the declaration, and click ‘Submit’. Download the “Print-out” of the filled application for counseling.
Documents Checklist for Registration
- SSLC Marks Card: To enter exact Name and DOB.
- 2nd PUC Hall Ticket Number: For 2026 appearing students.
- RD Numbers: Caste (Caste/Income) and 371(j) certificates if applicable.
- Aadhaar Number: For identity verification (DigiLocker is also supported).
- Study Certificate: Details of 7 years of study in Karnataka.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I edit my application after submission?
Ans: Yes, KEA will open an application correction window in March 2026 to allow students to rectify specific errors.
Q2: Is Aadhaar mandatory for KCET 2026 registration?
Ans: Yes, KEA has introduced Aadhaar and DigiLocker-based verification to ensure data accuracy and prevent duplicate entries.
Q3: What should I do if my payment fails?
Ans: Wait for 24 hours for the status to update. If it still shows “Pending,” initiate a new transaction. The failed amount is usually refunded by your bank within 7 days.
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KCET 2026 Syllabus | Previous Year Papers | Cut-Off Details
KCET
The KCET is a state-level common entrance exam organized by the Karnataka Examinations Authority. It serves as a gateway for admission to various courses including Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Bachelor of Yoga and Naturopathy (BNYS), Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.), as well as Farm Science courses such as B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons) Sericulture, B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Tech (Bio-Technology), B.Sc.(Hons) Community Science, B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering), B.Tech (Food Technology), B.Tech (D. Tech), B.F.Sc (Fisheries), and B.Sc. (Hons) Agri. Business Management.
KCET Application Form – Key Details
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | KCET |
| Full form of KCET | Karnataka Common Entrance Test |
| Official body releasing KCET application form | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Type of Exam for which you fill application form | Common Entrance Exam |
| Level of Exam | State |
| Region | Karnataka |
| Official Website for KCET Registration | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Courses for which KCET exam is held | Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Bachelor of Yoga and Naturopathy (BNYS), Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.), Farm Science courses i.e., [i.e., Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.), B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons) Sericulture, B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Tech (Bio-Technology), B.Sc.(Hons) Community Science, B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering), B.Tech (Food Technology), B.Tech (D. Tech), B.F.Sc (Fisheries), B.Sc. (Hons) Agri. Business Management] B. Pharma, Pharma-D and 2nd year B-Pharma (Lateral Entry) course |
| Colleges for which KCET exam is held | Government, University, Private Aided, Private Un-Aided Professional Educational Institutions |
Contact Details
Karnataka Examinations Authority,
Sampige Road, 18th Cross,
Malleshwaram, Bangalore – 560012.
Phone No: 080 – 23460460
E Mail: [email protected]
Official Website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/