About KCET 2024
The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is an annual entrance exam conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) for admission into various undergraduate courses in engineering, architecture, pharmacy, agriculture, and other allied courses offered by colleges in the state of Karnataka.
The Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2024 is being held to assess the eligibility and merit of Karnataka candidates and the ward/s of Jammu & Kashmiri Migrants, in order to gain admission to the first year/semester of full-time courses (such as 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, Pharm-D for the Government's share of seats in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Bachelor of Yoga and Naturopathy (BNYS), and Farm Science courses at Government/University/Private Aided/Private Un-Aided Professional Educational Institutions.
KCET is a highly competitive exam and thousands of students appear for it every year. The exam is conducted in offline mode and consists of multiple-choice questions. The test is conducted for a total of 180 marks and is divided into four sections – Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.
KCET 2024 Exam Highlights:
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Details
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Full Exam Name
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Karnataka Common Entrance Test
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Short Exam Name
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KCET
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Conducting Body
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Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA)
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Official Website
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kea.kar.nic.in.
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Frequency
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Once a year
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Exam Level
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State Level Exam
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Mode of Application
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Online
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Application Fee (General)
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GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B candidates of Karnataka - Rs. 500
SC/ST/CAT-1 candidates of Karnataka - Rs. 250
Applicants who studied outside Karnataka- Rs. 750
Applicants outside India- 5000
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Mode of Exam
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Offline (OMR Sheet)
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Mode of Counselling
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Online
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Exam Duration
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3 hours
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Exam Date
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20th May - 22nd May 2023
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Courses Offered
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Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma), Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharma), Agriculture courses (Farm Science) and Veterinary courses
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Eligibility Criteria for KCET 2024
To appear for the KCET exam, candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:
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Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination or equivalent from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology as compulsory subjects.
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Candidates must have scored a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (40% for SC/ST and OBC candidates).
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Candidates must be a citizen of India and should have studied in Karnataka for a minimum of seven years.
Application Process for KCET 2024
The application process for KCET is conducted online and usually begins in January. Candidates can register by visiting the official website of KEA and filling out the application form. The application fee for KCET is different for candidates belonging to different categories. The application fee for general candidates is Rs. 500 and for SC/ST candidates is Rs. 250.
Admit Card for KCET 2024
The admit card for KCET is usually released in April and can be downloaded from the official website of KEA. The admit card contains important details such as the candidate's name, roll number, exam centre, and exam date. It is mandatory for candidates to carry their admit card to the exam centre along with a valid photo ID.
KCET 2024 Important Dates
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KCET 2024 Dates
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KCET 2024 Notification Release Date
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10 January, 2024
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KCET 2024 registration starting date
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10 January, 2024
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Last date to pay the application fee
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14 February, 2024
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NATA candidates registration
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June, 2024 (Tentative)
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Last date to pay the application fee by NATA candidates
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June, 2024 (Tentative)
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Application edit facility
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TBD
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KCET 2023 Admit Card
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May 5, 2024
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KCET 2023 exam date
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18 and 19 May, 2024
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KCET Answer Key (Provisional)
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May, 2024 (Tentative)
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Filing Objections to Provisional Answers Key
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May, 2024 (Tentative)
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Last date for Class 12th marks entry
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June, 2024 (Tentative)
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KCET 2023 result date
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20 May, 2024
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KCET 2023 rank link
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June present (Tentative)
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Commencement of document upload and verification for KCET counselling
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TBD
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Exam Pattern for KCET 2024
The exam pattern for KCET is as follows:
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The exam is conducted in offline mode.
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The test consists of multiple-choice questions.
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The exam is conducted for a total of 180 marks and is divided into four sections – Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.
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The exam duration is 1 hour and 20 minutes for each section.
Result and Counseling of KCET 2024
The results for KCET are usually declared in May and can be checked on the official website of KEA. The candidates who qualify for the exam are called for counselling. The counselling process for KCET is conducted in multiple rounds and candidates are allotted seats based on their KCET rank and preference of college and course.
In conclusion, the Karnataka Common Entrance Test is an essential exam for students who wish to pursue undergraduate courses in engineering, architecture, pharmacy, agriculture, and other allied courses offered by colleges in the state of Karnataka. It is a highly competitive exam and requires dedicated preparation to crack. The exam is conducted in offline mode and consists of multiple-choice questions. The eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, and counselling process for KCET are well-defined and can be easily understood by candidates.
