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KCET Notification 2024: The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) published the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2024 notification on January 10, 2024. The KCET notification includes everything about the KCET 2024, from the exam date, application form submission process, counselling schedule, and more. Therefore, downloading the KCET 2024 official brochure should be taken as a highly necessary step.
KCET is a state-level engineering entrance examination for eligible candidates and is scheduled annually. Candidates who score good marks in the KCET examination 2024 will be invited to attend the KCET counselling process, followed by the admission process to the engineering colleges of Karnataka. Read the article to learn about the exam schedule, exam pattern, result, admit card, and other aspects of the KCET examination 2024.
Latest Updates:
– KEA released the KCET 2024 official brochure on January 10, 2024. Also, the date to apply online has been revised. Now, aspirants can apply till February 20, 2024, and submit the fee up to February 23, 2024.
Candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria prescribed by the exam conducting body to appear for the KCET 2024 examination. Let us have an overview of the exam to start with:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| KCET Full Form | Karnataka Common Entrance Test |
| Commonly Known To Be | KCET |
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examination Authority |
| Admission Category | Undergraduate |
| Level of Examination | State Level Exam |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Payment of KCET Application Fee | Online and Offline |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
In this section, we have provided the KCET important dates for the important exam events of the KCET examination 2024:
| Particulars | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| KCET 2024 Notification | January 10, 2024 |
| KCET 2024 Application Form | January 10, 2024 |
| KCET 2024 Last Date to Apply | February 20, 2024 (Extended) |
| KCET 2024 Last Date to Pay Fee | February 23, 2024 (Extended) |
| KCET 2024 Admit Card | April 5, 2024 |
| KCET 2024 Exam Date | April 18 and 19, 2024 |
| KCET 2024 Answer Key | To Be Notified |
After qualifying for the KCET examination, candidates get opportunities to pursue various courses. So, here is the list of programs one can get admission to by clearing the CET Karnataka 2024:
| Sl.No. | Course List |
|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc in Agriculture |
| 2 | B.Sc in Sericulture |
| 3 | B.Sc in Agro Bio-Tech |
| 4 | B.Sc in Horticulture |
| 5 | B.Sc in Forestry |
| 6 | Bachelors in Home Science |
| 7 | Bachelors in Fisheries |
| 8 | B.Sc in Agri Marketing and Cooperation |
| 9 | B.Tech in Agri Engineering |
| 10 | B.Tech in Food Technology |
| 11 | B.Tech in Food Science and Technology |
| 12 | B.Pharma |
For the detailed list, check out the official notice.
All the candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria as they apply for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test. Eligibility for KCET is a precondition prescribed by the university guidelines. Failing to meet the same may lead to the rejection of the applicant straightaway. Apart from particular instructions, the academic criteria differ for different courses. Kindly check the details below:
Nationality
Candidates applying for Karnataka CET 2024 exam must be Indian Nationals.
Qualifying Examination
Mandatory Language
It is mandatory to have English as a language in the Karnataka UG CET 2024 exam.
Academic Qualifications
Academic qualifications for different courses differ accordingly. So we will explain in detail below:
| Courses | Qualification Requirement |
|---|---|
| B.Arch | Candidates must have passed the Class 12th/PUC examination in the English language. They must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The minimum marks required are 50%, While for the reserved category, the minimum marks required are 45% |
| MBBS, BDS or any other Medical Course, AYUSH Course | Candidates must have passed the Class 12th/PUC examination in the English language. They must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The minimum marks required are 50%, While for the reserved category, the minimum marks required are 45% |
| B.Tech and B.E course | Candidates must have passed the Class 12th/PUC examination in the English language. Candidates must have studied science, i.e. PCM, in Class 12. The minimum mark required to participate in the KCET examination is 50%, Those who fall under the reserved category are supposed to secure a minimum of 45% marks. |
| B.V. Sc. and A.H. | Candidates must have passed the Class 12th/PUC examination in the English language. They must have studied PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) in class 12th as the main subjects. Candidates must secure a minimum of 45%, while those who fall under the reserved category will be provided with a relaxation of 5% |
| B.Pharm | Candidates must have passed the Class 12th/PUC examination in the English language. They must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as main subjects in 10+2. The minimum marks required in 10+2 to participate in the selection process of B.Pharm are 45% and 40% for the general and reserved categories, respectively. OR Candidates with a Pharmacy diploma can also participate in the B.Pharm course. On the condition that PCI approves the institute. |
Note: For a detailed breakdown of eligibility, please refer to the official notification. Also, the NATA and NEET scores are considered for admission in architecture and medical courses, respectively.
Candidates who qualify for the KCET exam 2024 will be invited to the Karnataka UG CET 2024 counselling rounds. This will be the last phase of the admission process in the respective program.
The Karnataka UG CET 2024 Counselling involves the following four stages:
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Some of the most commonly asked questions on KCET notification 2024 are as below:
Ans: KCET 2024 will be held on April 18 and 19, 2024, at various designated centres in Karnataka.
Ans: Aspirants can submit the application form from January 10 to February 20, 2024. They can submit the fee till February 23, 2024, up to 5:30 p.m.
Ans: The exam centre venue and address details will be available to the candidates on their KCET admit cards.
Ans: The authorities conducted the Physics paper from 10:30 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. on April 19, 2024.
Ans: KEA will conduct the Chemistry paper on April 19, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM.
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