The KCET-2026 (Common Entrance Test) is conducted by KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority)
The application form will open in January 2026 and continues for a month. The exam takes place in Mid April 2026. But before filling the application form you must know certain clauses that you must follow to submit the appliction form. Seats in the government college has some restriction, and Local Language test also there to clear. What is a local resident defination pur forward by KEA. There are some courses which does not need KCET 2026 score. Check all details here in this article.
Through KCET 2026, You get admission into Engineering, Medical, Agriculture, Pharmacy, Nursing, Architecture, and Allied Health Science courses. Check KCET 2026- important application rules, subject combinations, eligibility conditions, special tests, quotas, and required documents.
Important Instructions During KCET-2026 Application
Applicants must submit original documents to the Principal of the allotted college at the time of admission.
The following documents are mandatory:
- KCET-2026 Application Form
- KCET Claim Certificate
- Original Marks Cards
- Reservation / Quota Certificates (if applicable)
Note – Failure to submit original documents may cancel admission.
Subject Combination Required for Different Courses
Choosing the correct subject combination is very important for KCET-2026 eligibility.
| Course | Required Subjects |
| Engineering / Technology | PCM |
| Farm Science Courses | PCMB |
| B.V.Sc & AH | PCB |
| B.Sc Nursing | PCB |
| Naturopathy & Yoga | PCB |
| B-Pharma / Pharma-D | PCM or PCB |
If the subject combination is wrong, the candidate becomes not eligible for that course.
Medical, Dental, AYUSH & Architecture Admission RulesCourse Mandatory Requirement Medical / Dental / AYUSH UG-NEET + CET-2025 Registration Architecture NATA + CET-2025 Registration
NOTE – Even if a candidate has NEET or NATA score, they must register for KCET-2026 and pay the fee to participate in KEA counselling.
Courses Without Entrance Exam (PU Marks Based)
The following courses do not require an entrance exam, but KCET-2026 registration is still compulsory.Course Selection Based On B.P.T PUC / 12th Marks B.Sc Allied Health Sciences BPO Courses
Kannada Language Test – Who Must Appear?
The Kannada Language Test is only for Horanadu & Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates.Details Information Test Level 4th Standard Total Marks 50 Minimum Passing Marks 12 Test Centres Bengaluru, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Mangalore
Kannada Test Not Required If:
- Candidate studied 1st to 10th standard in Kannada medium, even outside Karnataka
Agriculturist Quota – Practical Test Details
Candidates claiming Agriculturist Quota must appear for a Practical Test.Details Information Test Name Identification of Agriculture Specimens Total Marks 200 Minimum Required 50% Test Cities Bengaluru, Mysore, Mandya, Dharwad, Mangalore & others
Practical Test FeeCategory Fee General / OBC Rs. 500 SC / ST / Category-1 Rs. 250
Farm Science Courses Covered Under KCET-2026
Farm Science includes the following courses:
- B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture
- B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture
- B.Sc (Hons) Sericulture
- B.Sc Forestry
- B.Tech Agricultural Engineering
- B.Tech Food Technology
- B.F.Sc (Fisheries)
- B.Sc Community Science
- Agri Business Management
Merit List Preparation: Agriculture Courses
For Agriculture CoursesComponent Weightage PUC Marks 25% CET Marks 25% Practical Test 50%
For B.V.Sc & AH:
- 50% CET (PCB)
- 50% Practical Test
Government Seat Eligibility: Core Conditions
For 100% government seats in Karnataka, candidates must meet one of six conditions. Each requires specific study periods and documents. Years with repeats count as one.
First Condition: 7-Year Study in Karnataka
Studied/passed in Karnataka government/recognized institutions for SEVEN academic years (1st std to 2nd PUC/12th) as on July 1 of CET year, plus passed SSLC/10th or 2nd PUC/12th in Karnataka.
Documents:
- SSLC/10th Marks Card.
- 2nd PUC/12th Marks Card.
- Study Certificate (7 years, including 10th/12th), countersigned by BEO/DDPU.
- Rural Quota (if claiming): 1st-10th Rural Study Certificate (countersigned by BEO) + NCLC from Tahsildar (enter RD number online).
- Kannada Medium Quota: 1st-10th Kannada Medium Study Certificate (countersigned by BEO).
- Reservation: Caste/Caste Income Certificate (Forms D/E/F) with RD number from Tahsildar. Income certificate for fee exemption (SC/ST/Cat-1).
Second Condition: PUC in Karnataka + Parent’s 7-Year Study
Passed 1st/2nd PUC or 11th/12th in Karnataka institution; either parent studied 7 years in Karnataka.
Documents:
- SSLC/10th Marks Card.
- 2nd PUC/12th Marks Card.
- Study Certificate for 1st/2nd PUC in Karnataka.
- Parent’s 7-year Study Certificate.
- Reservation certificates as above.
Third Condition: Mother Tongue Kannada/Tulu/Kodava/Beary + Outside Karnataka
Candidate/parent’s mother tongue is Kannada/Tulu/Kodava/Beary; parent domiciled in Karnataka; passed qualifying exam outside Karnataka; residing outside as on May 1, 2025. Must take KEA Kannada test.
Documents:
- SSLC/10th Marks Card.
- 12th Marks Card.
- Domicile Certificate (residing outside Karnataka as on 01-05-2025) from Revenue/Municipal authority.
- Karnataka Domicile Certificate for parent.
- Study/TC with mother tongue details.
- Candidate/Parent 10th Marks Card/Cumulative Record for mother tongue.
- Sworn declaration on mother tongue.
Fourth Condition: 7-Year Study in Disputed Kannada Areas
Mother tongue Kannada/Tulu/Kodava/Beary; resided/studied 7 years (1st-12th) in disputed areas (South Sholapur/Akkalkot/Jath/Gadhinglaj taluks Maharashtra; Kasargod/Hosadurga/Manjeshwar taluks Kerala). Must take KEA Kannada test.
Documents:
- SSLC/10th Marks Card.
- 2nd PUC/12th Marks Card.
- Residential Certificate from disputed taluk Tahsildar.
- Study Certificate countersigned by Taluk Education Officer.
- 10th Marks Record for mother tongue.
- Sworn declaration.
Fifth Condition: Defence Personnel Child
Son/daughter of defence personnel working continuously in Karnataka for 1 year during candidate’s PUC/11th-12th; passed qualifying exam in Karnataka institution.
Sixth Condition: Special Categories
- Serving defence personnel claiming Karnataka hometown.
- Parents served 1 year in Karnataka, then shifted to J&K/North East.
- Ex-servicemen declaring Karnataka hometown (proof from Deputy Director, Sainik Welfare).
- Central employee child studying in Karnataka govt/aided school.
- Ex-servicemen with Karnataka hometown.
- MP from Karnataka’s child (QE anywhere in India).
- All India Service Karnataka cadre employee child.
- J&K migrants (Identity Card from District Magistrate).
- 10-year Kannada medium outside Karnataka (no test needed).
- CAPF personnel child with Karnataka hometown (extract from CAPF Record Office).
KCET 2026: Chapter-Wise Questions Weightage Analysis
The chapter wise marks wise marks weightage created on the basis of past years papers question papers. Check Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics question weightage in below table:
PhysicsChapter Expected Weightage (%) Semiconductor Electronics 4–5% Ray and Wave Optics 6–7% Current Electricity 7–8% Thermodynamics 5% Oscillations and Waves 5% Laws of Motion 5–6% Alternating Current 3–4% Electrostatics 6–7% Magnetic Effects of Current 4–5%
ChemistryChapter Expected Weightage (%) Coordination Compounds 5% Thermodynamics 5–6% Electrochemistry 5% The p-Block and d-Block Elements 6–8% Organic Chemistry (All Units) 10–12% Surface Chemistry 3–4% Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure 6–7%
MathematicsChapter Expected Weightage (%) Probability 6–7% Vectors and 3D Geometry 6–7% Linear Programming 3–4% Matrices and Determinants 7–8% Continuity and Differentiability 7–8% Integration + Application 9–10% Application of Derivatives 6–7%
KCET 2026 FAQs for Admission
The candidates who have studied in the Karnatataka state from 6 to 12 put into local area, other important point count is parents residence in Karnataka but moved out for service requirement
The NEET UG for medical and NATA for Architecture. other course which does not require CET score are BPT, BSc allied Health Science, and BPO courses
Yes kannada language is a must for college in Karnataka, but with restriction
Yes agriculture course quota is available these candidates will also appear for practical test
