KCET 2027 Notification Out: Exam Dates, Eligibility and How to Apply on KEA Portal

KCET 2027 notification has been released by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on October 14, 2026, officially opening the application window for Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2027.

The KCET 2027 notification announces the exam schedule, eligibility norms, and the step-by-step process to apply on the KEA official portal at kea.kar.nic.in. Students seeking admission to B.E., B.Tech, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, and B.Sc Agriculture or allied courses at Karnataka colleges must complete their application before the last date.

• KCET 2027 exam is expected in April/May 2027, based on previous year trends.
• Students must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology.
• Minimum marks required: 45% for General category and 40% for SC/ST/OBC students.
• Application fee is Rs 500 for General/OBC and Rs 250 for SC/ST students.
• The entire application process is online through kea.kar.nic.in — no physical documents are to be posted.

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KCET 2027 Overview

Karnataka Common Entrance Test is a state-level entrance exam conducted by KEA every year for admission to undergraduate professional courses in Karnataka. The KCET 2027 exam covers Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. Each paper carries 60 marks, making the total exam score 180.

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KCET 2027 Important Dates

The KCET 2027 notification released on October 14, 2026, provides the official exam calendar. Dates marked as expected are based on KCET 2026 trends and will be confirmed by KEA through official updates.

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KCET 2027 Eligibility Criteria

You must satisfy both domicile and academic requirements to apply for KCET 2027. Students who fail document verification at counselling due to eligibility issues will lose their seat even after clearing the exam.

Domicile Requirement

You must belong to one of the following categories to be eligible for KCET 2027:

• A resident of Karnataka (Karnataka domicile)
• A child of Horanadu Kannadiga (Kannadigas who migrated from territories ceded to Pakistan or Bangladesh)
• A child of Gadinadu Kannadiga (Kannadigas residing outside Karnataka for employment or other reasons)

Academic Eligibility

Age Requirement

• You must be at least 17 years of age as on December 31 of the admission year.
• There is no upper age limit for most KCET courses.

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How to Apply for KCET 2027 on KEA Portal

The KCET 2027 application is available online at kea.kar.nic.in. You do not need to send any physical documents — the entire process from registration to fee payment is completed online.

1. Visit kea.kar.nic.in and look for the KCET 2027 application link under the announcements or "What’s New" section.
2. Register as a new user by entering your mobile number, email ID, and creating a secure password.
3. Log in and fill the application form with your personal, academic, and contact details. Double-check all entries before proceeding.
4. Upload your scanned photograph (JPG format, max 60 KB) and signature (JPG format, max 30 KB) as per the prescribed specifications.
5. Choose your exam centre cities from the list provided on the portal.
6. Pay the application fee online using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
7. Submit the form and save the confirmation page. Note down your application number for future reference.

Your application number and login credentials will be needed to download the KCET 2027 admit card and check your result once declared.

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KCET 2027 Application Fee

The KCET 2027 application fee must be paid online at the time of form submission. The fee is non-refundable once the payment is successfully made.