KCET Syllabus 2025: Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will release the KCET syllabus and the detailed information bulletin on the official website. Candidates who appear for the exam must be well aware of the exam pattern and syllabus. The syllabus will help candidates prepare a study plan accordingly.
The authorities are expected to release the official notification soon at kea.kar.nic.in.The exam pattern will help candidates know important details like the exam duration, the number of questions asked, and the marking scheme. Continue reading the article to access subject-wise topics and more.
Latest Updates: – Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will release the KCET 2025 exam dates on the official website soon.
KCET Syllabus 2025: Overview
Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will conduct theKCET 2025 exam in pen-and-paper mode (offline). Students can access the books for KCET from the below-mentioned links.
Let us take a quick look at the KCET 2025 syllabus and exam pattern:
Chapter-wise KCET Syllabus for Maths
The below list consists of topics for KCET 2025 Maths:
First Year Syllabus
Second Year Syllabus
Sets, Relations & Functions Trigonometric Functions Principle of Mathematical Induction Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations Linear Inequalities Permutations and Combination Binomial Theorem Sequence & Series Straight Lines Conic Sections Introduction to 3D-Geometry Limits & Derivatives Mathematical Reasoning Statistics Probability
Relations & Functions, Inverse Trigonometric functions Matrices Determinants Continuity and Differentiability Application of Derivatives Integrals Application of Integrals Differential Equations Vector Algebra Three Dimensional Geometry Linear Programming Probability
Chapter-wise KCET Syllabus for Physics
The below list consists of topics for KCET 2025 Physics:
First Year Syllabus
Second Year Syllabus
Physical World Units and Measurements Motion in a Straight Line Motion in a Plane Laws of Motion Work, Energy & Power Systems of Particles and Rotational Motion Gravitation Mechanical Properties of Solids Mechanical Properties of Fluids Thermal Properties of Matter Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory Oscillations Waves
Electric Charges and Fields Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance Current Electricity Moving Charges and Magnetism Magnetism and Matter Electromagnetic Induction Alternating Current Electromagnetic Waves Ray Optics and Optical Instruments Wave Optics Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter Atoms Nuclei Semiconductor Electronics Communication Systems
Chapter-wise KCET Syllabus for Chemistry
The below list consists of topics for KCET 2025 Chemistry:
First Year Syllabus
Second Year Syllabus
Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry Structure of Atom Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure States of Matter Gases and Liquids Thermodynamics Equilibrium Redox reactions Hydrogen s-Block Elements Some p-Block Elements Organic Chemistry – Some Basic Principles & Techniques Hydrocarbons Environmental chemistry
Solid State Solutions Electrochemistry Chemical Kinetics, Surface chemistry General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements p-Block Elements d- and f-Block Elements Coordination Compounds Haloalkanes and Haloarenes Alcohols Phenols and Ethers Aldehydes Ketones and Carboxylic acids Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen Biomolecules Polymers Chemistry in Everyday Life
Chapter-wise KCET Syllabus for Biology
The below list consists of topics for KCET 2025 Biology:
First Year Syllabus
Second Year Syllabus
The Living World Biological Classification Plant Kingdom Cell Cycle and Cell Division Morphology of Flowering Plants Locomotion and Movement Anatomy of Flowering Plants Excretory Products and Their Elimination Cell – The Unit of Life Biomolecules Photosynthesis in Higher Plants
Animal Kingdom Structural organization in animals Body fluids and circulation Chemical Coordination and integration Neural control and coordination Breathing and exchange of gases Mineral Nutrition Transport in Plants Respiration in plants Digestion and Absorption Plant – Growth and Development
Books for KCET Preparation
The best books for KCET preparation are as under:
NCERT for classes 11 and 12
16 Years Solved Papers Karnataka CET Engineering Entrance 2025 by Arihant Publications
Karnataka CET Explorer – Engineering by MTG Publications
Objective Biology – Chapter-wise MCQ for AIPMT/AIIMS/KCET 2nd Edition
Objective Chemistry – Chapter-wise MCQ for JEE Main/BITSAT/AIPMT/AIIMS/KCET 2nd Edition
Objective Physics – Chapter-wise MCQ for JEE Main/BITSAT/AIPMT/AIIMS/KCET 2nd Edition
KCET 2025 Mock Tests
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to attempt the KCET mock test at Embibe:
1st Step: Visit Embibe’s official website, i.e., embibe.com.
2nd Step: Login using your mobile number/email.
3rd Step: Then select your ‘Goal’ as ‘KCET’ under Engineering.
4th Step: Click ‘Next’ and select your preferred language.
5th Step: Refer to the below-mentioned links to attempt mock tests.
Check the FAQs that students generally look for regarding the Karnataka CET syllabus 2025:
Q: Is NCERT enough for KCET?
Ans: Yes, since the syllabus of KCET is the same as that given in NCERT books, solving the questions based on these topics will be sufficient.
Q: Is there any negative marking in KCET 2025?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking in the exam.
Q: How many subjects are there in the KCET syllabus for Engineering?
Ans: There are three main subjects, i.e., Physics, Chemistry, and Maths.
Q: How can I prepare for KCET 2025?
Ans: To prepare for KCET 2025, you must first know the syllabus of the exam. The next things should be getting familiar with the exam pattern and covering all the chapters. Once you have completed it, you must take mock tests to improve your score.
Q: Are Class 12 marks important for KCET?
Ans: Yes, the class 12th marks are essential for a candidate to be eligible for appearing in KCET 2025 but not while the allotment of the seat as that will depend upon the rank obtained in the KCET examination.
Q: Is ‘NCERT at your fingertips’ good for KCET?
Ans: It is good for self-study, but not sufficient. So do not depend only on your fingertips for your preparation. You need to study NCERT books and other reference books like RD Sharma.