KCET 2025 Exam: The Karnataka Common Entrance Test commonly known as (KCET) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). The KCET 2025 exam will be conducted for the candidates willing to take admission to professional courses like Engineering, Farm Science, Veterinary, B.Sc Nursing, etc. Candidates willing to pursue Medical or Dental or Ayurveda or Unani or Homoeopathy courses must qualify National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) exam whereas candidates willing to take admission into Architecture course through KCET must have qualified for the JEE Main Paper-2 or NATA to participate in KCET 2025 counselling. KCET 2025 will be conducted from April 17 to April 27, 2025 as announced at the official websites www.kea.kar.nic.in or www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

KCET 2025 Exam 

As per the official notice, KCET 2025 Exam Registration has been closed on February 24, 2025 by the Karnataka Examinations Authority for admissions into various courses including B.Tech. The KCET 2025 notification has been made available for the aspirants through the official website. The candidates who are going to appear for the exam need to stick to the latest notifications. The notification pdf will contain all the information regarding the upcoming exam. Bookmark this article to stay tuned with all the latest updates regarding the KCET 2025 exam.

KCET 2025 Overview

Students who want to join courses through the KCET 2025 exam must first register and fill out the application form before the last date. Only those who complete this process can take the entrance exam. To stay updated with the latest news and important announcements about KCET 2025, candidates should regularly check the official website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Missing the deadline may result in losing the chance to appear for the exam. It is important to read all instructions carefully before applying. Keeping track of updates will help students stay informed about exam dates, syllabus, and other essential details.

KCET 2025 Exam Overview
ExamKCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test)
Exam Conducting BodyKarnataka Examination Authority (KEA)
LevelState Level
Mode Of ApplicationOnline Mode
Mode of ExamOffline (OMR Based)
Exam Duration3 hours
Courses OfferedEngineering, Farm Science, Veterinary, B.Sc Nursing etc professional course
Official Websitewww.kea.kar.nic.in or www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

KCET 2025 Notification

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has released the Notification for the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) 2025 application for Engineering, Farm Science, Veterinary, B.Sc Nursing, etc professional courses. This is to inform all the students that they can check the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) 2025 notification by visiting the official website of KEA www.kea.kar.nic.in or www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The notification pdf includes all the important dates, eligibility, etc regarding the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) 2025 Admission Process. For the Benefit of students, KEA has extended the dates several times to apply and register for KCET 2025. Candidates who have not yet registered are advised to hurry, as the last date to fill out the KCET 2025 Application is set for February 18, 2025. 

KCET 2025 Exam Date

The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is an important exam for students seeking admission to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and other professional courses in Karnataka. It is conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) and will be held from April 17 to 27, 2025. The exam will be held from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm for a total of 150 marks. KCET test students on subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology, depending on their chosen course. The questions are multiple-choice (MCQs) and are based on the Class 11 and 12 syllabus. This exam helps students get admission to colleges based on their scores. Proper preparation and practice are important to score well in KCET.

KCET 2025 Important Date

The KCET 2025 Exam has been scheduled to be held on April 17 and 27, 2025. All the KCET 2025 important dates have been updated in the table below for the convenience of the candidates. Check all important dates for the Karnataka CET 2025 exam from the table below.

KCET 2025 Important Dates
EventsDates
KCET 2025 Notification Release DateJanuary 16 2025
KCET Online Application 2025January 23, 2025
Last Date to fill out the KCET 2025 Application FormFebruary 24, 2025
Last Date of Fee SubmissionFebruary 25, 2025
KCET Admit Card 2025April 07, 2025
KCET Exam Date 2025April 17 and april 27, 2025
Kannada language Test: (Only for Horanadu & Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates)April 15, 2025
KCET Result 2025to be notified

KCET 2025 Application Form

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has closed the KCET 2025 Application Window for the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) 2025 on February 24, 2025. The candidates planning to appear for the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) 2025 can check the KCET 2025 Application forms in online mode at the official website of the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) i.e., www.kea.kar.nic.in or www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. This is to inform all the students that the last date for tubmit KCET 2025 Application fee was February 25, 2025. According to the released notification, the KCET 2025 Exams are scheduled to be conducted on April 17, 2025 and April 27, 2025.

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KCET 2025 Application Fee

The Submission of the Online Application will be completed only after the successful payment of the Application Fee. Applicants can pay the Fee using an e-Challan drawn from the Prescribed Bank. The Application fee to be paid by different categories of students has been tabularized below.

KCET Application Fee 2025
Application fee (in Rs)Category
Rs 500GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B candidates of Karnataka
Rs 200CAT- 1 / SC / ST candidates of Karnataka
Rs 750Candidates studied outside of Karnataka
Rs 5,000Foreign Candidates

How to Apply for KCET 2025

The KCET 2025 application form will be filled only through “Online” mode through the website www.cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates must know that not complying with the instructions of the KCET 2025 application form shall result in disqualification. Follow the steps given below to fill out the KCET 2025 Application form.

  1. Visit the official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in or click on the link below in the article.
  2. On the homepage, click on ‘UGCET-2025 Online Application’
  3. A login will display and candidates are required to enter the User ID and Password created by them and log in.
  4. Candidate must make the payment by following payment methods like Debit card/ Credit card, UPI, BHIM, and Net Banking.
  5. On successful login, the candidate has to enter details like name, academic details, phone number, test center, etc.
  6. Then candidates will enter the details and select the “save and next” button.
  7. Candidates have to upload scanned documents like photographs, signatures, and parent signatures and select the “save and next button” button.
  8. The scanned photograph and signature must be in JPG/ JPEG format separately.
  9. Candidates have to draft printouts carefully and verify the entries made by them if any changes are required they can log in a number of times before selecting the declaration.
  10. Take a printout for future reference.
Documents to be Scanned for KCET 2025 Application
Scanned DocumentsParticulars
Photograph

The photograph should be colored with a white background. Mobile photos will also be allowed.

  1. File Size: 5 to 40 KB
  2. File Dimension: 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm
  3. File Format: jpg/jpeg
Signature
  1. File Size: 5 to 40 KB
  2. File Dimension: 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm
  3. File Format: jpg/jpeg
Left Thumb Impression
  1. File Size: 5 to 40 KB
  2. File Dimension: 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm
  3. File Format: jpg/jpeg

KCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

KCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria have been specified by the Karnataka Examination Authority. Only the candidates who qualify for all the aspects mentioned as per the KCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria must fill out the application form for appearing in the exam. In case of any discrepancies or mismatches of information, the candidatures would be canceled. So, the candidates are recommended to ensure that they are eligible for the KCET 2025 in all aspects before filling out the application form.

KCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age LimitApplicants whose Age above 17 years only eligible to apply for this Karnataka CET Exam. Candidates of Special Category can get Age exception of 5 to 6 years.
NationalityThe Applicants from Karnataka and Jammu Kashmir as well as NRI Candidates also eligible to write KEA CET Exam.
AppearingThose appearing for 12th level can also apply.
Minimum MarksIn the qualifying marks, students must have secured 45% marks (40% marks for reserved categories) in PCM/ PCB subjects.

KCET 2025 Educational Qualification

Candidates willing to appear for the KCET 2025 Exam must possess the below-mentioned educational qualifications to be eligible for the exam.

KCET 2025 Educational Qualification
B.E/B.TechCandidates should complete the 2nd PUC/ 12th Standard or an Equivalent Examination with minimum of 45% Marks in Physics and Mathematics with Chemistry/ Biology.
B.PharmCandidates should pass 12th Std/Inter or an Equivalent test with English and should get minimum of 45% Marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology subjects, or PCM subjects.
2nd Year B. Pharma (Lateral Entry)Candidates should complete a Diploma in Pharmacy with minimum of 45% Marks from an educational institution that is approved by the Pharmacy Examination Council of India.
D PharmaCandidates should clear 2nd PUC/12th Std or an Equivalent test with minimum of 45% Marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology subjects or PCM subjects. OR needs to qualify for a Diploma in Pharmacy test from an educational institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.

KCET 2025 Exam Pattern

The KCET 2025 exam pattern has been specified and released by the exam conducting authorities. The exam will be held in offline mode (Pen and Paper-based) exam. The KCET 2025 exam question paper will contain multiple-choice questions having four alternatives. Candidates will have 320 minutes altogether, 80 minutes for each subject to attempt the paper. The paper will be of a total of 180 marks.

  1. Each Question carries ONE Mark only.
  2. NO negative marking for incorrect answers.
KCET 2025 Exam Pattern
Subject NameNo of QuestionsTotal MarksTest Duration
Mathematics/Biology606080 Min
Physics606080 Min
Chemistry606080 Min
Total180180180
Karnataka KCET 2025- FAQs

The KCET 2025 exam will be conducted in offline (OMR) based mode.

Ans. The KCET 2025 Exam Date as announced by the exam authorities are April 17 and April 27, 2025.

Ans. The Courses offered through the KCET 2025 exam are Engineering, Farm Science, Veterinary, B.Sc Nursing etc professional course.

Ans. No, there is no negative marking in the KCET 2025 exam.

Ans. KCET 2025 Registration was begin from January 23, 2025.

Ans: The last date to fill in KCET 2025 Application Form was February 24, 2025.

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