The application form for the COMEDK 2027 for admission to engineering and architecture courses will open on the first of February 2-27. Candidates who want to appear for the engineering test can apply online for this. You must know that KCET, which is conducted by KEA, also offers admission to engineering and other courses. The COMEDK 2027 is only meant for admission to private engineering and architecture colleges of the state. Before you apply for the COMEDK 2027, you must check the COMEDK UGET Eligibility Criteria 2027,
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Under COMEDK UGET Eligibility Criteria 2027, can an outside state candidate apply?
Yes, COMEDK UGET 2027 is also meant for candidates who are outside the Karnataka region. You can understand from this that the entrance exam is conducted in 200 cities of India, including North and other states of India.
Given below are the COMEDK UGET Eligibility Criteria 2027.
Eligibility for UG Engineering Courses (B.E./B.Tech)
- Indian citizens, OCI and PIO candidates can appear for COMEDK UGET, subject to the applicable rules.
- Candidates must qualify in the COMEDK UGET entrance examination for admission to engineering courses.
- The qualifying examination should be Second PUC/10+2 Higher Secondary or an equivalent examination recognised by the State or Central Government.
- During the last two years of study, candidates must have Physics, Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects.
- Candidates must have Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Computer Science or Electronics as one of the prescribed subjects.
- General Merit candidates must secure at least 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM).
- For SC, ST and OBC candidates of Karnataka, the minimum PCM aggregate is 40%.
- Candidates must also pass Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics individually.
- Candidates must pass all individual subjects, including optional or additional subjects.
- All qualifying subjects must be passed from one single board. Marksheets from two different boards will not be accepted.
- Diploma candidates are not eligible for COMEDK UGET engineering admission because there is no lateral-entry provision.
- A candidate securing zero marks in the COMEDK entrance test will not be assigned a rank.
- OCI/PIO candidates must submit the prescribed declaration during counselling.
Important Single-Board Rule
Candidates must pass all qualifying subjects from the same examination board.
Example: A candidate who has Physics and Chemistry marksheets from CBSE but Mathematics from NIOS will not be eligible.
Under COMEDK UGET Eligibility Criteria 2027, can I get a government college seat through COMEDK 2027?
No, under COMEDK UGET Eligibility Criteria 2027, there is no scope for a government engineering seat; it is a consortium of private engineering colleges.
COMEDK UGET Eligibility Criteria 2027 for B.Arch
The eligibility requirements for UG Architecture (B.Arch) are different from engineering.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have passed:
- Second PUC/10+2 or equivalent, or
- 10+3 Diploma examination with Mathematics as a compulsory subject.
Subject Requirements
For 10+2 candidates, Physics and Mathematics are compulsory. Along with these, candidates must have one of the following:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Technical Vocational subject
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Informatics Practices
- Engineering Graphics
- Business Studies
Minimum Marks
Candidates must have at least:
- 45% aggregate marks for General candidates
- 40% aggregate marks for SC/ST/OBC candidates of Karnataka
Candidates must also pass the required subjects individually.
Single-Board Requirement
All subjects must be passed from one single board. Marksheets from two different boards will not be accepted.
NATA/JEE Requirement
Candidates seeking admission to B.Arch must qualify in the architecture aptitude examination conducted through:
- NATA, conducted by the Council of Architecture, or
- JEE conducted by NTA
Only NATA or JEE scores will be considered for preparing the merit list along with qualifying examination marks.
Is there a COMEDK entrance exam for B.Arch?
No. COMEDK does not conduct a separate entrance examination for B.Arch candidates. Candidates seeking B.Arch admission have to participate in the separate COMEDK counselling process as per the counselling notification.
COMEDK UGET Engineering vs Architecture Eligibility
| Criteria | B.E./B.Tech | B.Arch |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying exam | 2nd PUC/10+2 or equivalent | 2nd PUC/10+2 or 10+3 Diploma |
| Physics | Compulsory | Compulsory for 10+2 |
| Mathematics | Compulsory | Compulsory |
| English | Compulsory | — |
| Additional subjects | Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/CS/Electronics | Chemistry/Biology/Technical Vocational/CS/IT/IP/Engineering Graphics/Business Studies |
| General minimum marks | 45% in PCM | 45% aggregate |
| Karnataka SC/ST/OBC | 40% | 40% |
| Diploma candidates | Not eligible | Eligible with Mathematics, subject to conditions |
| Entrance exam | COMEDK UGET 2027 | No COMEDK entrance test |
| Aptitude test | Not applicable | NATA or JEE required |
Important Note for COMEDK UGET 2027
The eligibility criteria above are based on the COMEDK UGET 2026 Information Brochure. For COMEDK UGET 2027, any changes made by AICTE, VTU, Council of Architecture (COA), or another competent regulatory authority before the rank-generation process will be applicable.
Also, rank cards will be generated only for candidates who meet the applicable COMEDK UGET Eligibility Criteria 2027 requirements for undergraduate admission.
COMEDK Category and Reservation Criteria
- Candidates are classified as General Merit (GM), SC, ST, OBC (Karnataka) and Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR) candidates.
- KKR reservation is available for eligible local candidates under Article 371J of the Constitution.
- The category declared in the application form cannot be changed later, so candidates must enter it carefully.
- Karnataka SC/ST/OBC candidates claiming the 40%–45% relaxed eligibility must upload a valid category certificate and Karnataka domicile certificate.
- KKR candidates must upload a valid Article 371J/Annexure-A certificate with RD Number and Karnataka domicile certificate.
- All required certificates must be obtained before submitting the application. Late submission of certificates will not be accepted.
- If required certificates are invalid or not submitted, the candidate may lose eligibility/rank or the claimed reservation benefit.
- Karnataka domicile is required only for candidates claiming KKR status or the relaxed SC/ST/OBC eligibility criteria.
- KKR seats are available in participating COMEDK institutions for eligible KKR candidates.
Final Words
COMEDK 2027 provides an excellent opportunity for candidates who aspire to pursue engineering from good colleges. South India boasts of good engineering colleges in India. So if you are aiming for JEE MAIN 2027, you should not miss the opportunity to appear for the COMEDK 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is the minimum percentage required for COMEDK UGET 2027?
Yes, COMEDK mentions the required percentage. General Merit candidates need at least 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). Karnataka SC/ST/OBC candidates can qualify with 40% PCM, subject to the applicable conditions.
Q2. What subjects are compulsory for COMEDK UGET Engineering admission?
Candidates must have Physics, Mathematics, and English as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Computer Science, or Electronics as the prescribed additional subject.
Q3. Can diploma holders apply for COMEDK UGET 2027?
No. Diploma candidates are not eligible for COMEDK UGET engineering admission because lateral entry is not offered through the examination.
Q4. What is the single board requirement in the COMEDK 2027?
No. All qualifying subjects must be passed from a single board. Marksheets from two different boards are not acceptable.
Q5. Who can claim Kalyana Karnataka (KKR) reservation?
Candidates who have a valid Kalyana Karnataka (Article 371J) eligibility certificate with RD Number and the required Karnataka domicile certificate can claim KKR reservation, subject to the prescribed conditions.