KCET 2027
Karnataka Common Entrance Test (UGCET)
KCET (also called UGCET) is the Karnataka state entrance test conducted by KEA for Government-share seats in engineering, pharmacy, agriculture and allied courses. The engineering rank combines KCET marks and 2nd PUC marks in equal proportion.
- Conducted by
- Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
- Mode
- Offline, OMR-based pen-and-paper test (multiple choice)
- Frequency
- Once a year
- Duration
- 80 minutes per subject paper, over two days in four sessions
KCET 2027 Result
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official Karnataka Examinations Authority notices
KEA declares the result and the merit ranks together once 2nd PUC marks are linked. In 2026 this was on 6 June.
How to check the result
- 1
Visit the official result link
Use the result link on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea or the KEA result portal.
- 2
Enter details
Provide the CET number or the requested credentials.
- 3
Download
Save the score and rank card, and the verification slip once it becomes available.
How the engineering rank is made
The bulletin says engineering merit is based on marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in the Common Entrance Test and in the Qualifying Examination, taken in equal proportions. That is the 50 percent weightage of 2nd PUC marks: half of the merit comes from KCET and half from PUC PCM marks.
Farm science courses use PCMB marks in the same equal proportion. B.V.Sc & A.H., B.Pharm and Pharm.D use CET marks only, with B.Pharm and Pharm.D taking the higher of PCM or PCB.
Tie-breaking
For engineering, equal merit is decided by CET Mathematics marks first, then CET Physics marks, with further steps given in the rules. For Naturopathy and Yoga the order is Biology then Chemistry.
Intermediary ranks and withheld results
- Results are withheld if qualifying marks are missing. Enter the marks on the KEA portal and the rank follows.
- Wrongly marked version codes or changed PUC marks lead to a new rank placed between two existing ranks, such as 1234.5, without disturbing others.
- Re-totalling or revaluation of OMR sheets is not entertained.
Validity and next steps
The rank is valid for that admission year. After the result, complete document verification and then enter options for counselling. Reported 2026 figures: 3,09,014 candidates appeared and 2,92,782 valid ranks were issued (secondary sources, not checked against KEA).
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- KCET 2026 Results – How to Check & Move to CounsellingKCET 2026 results: how to check your rank card on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, how KCET rank is calculated, and the exact next steps to register for KEA counselling.Read guide
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 50 percent PUC weightage still apply?
Yes. The 2026 bulletin says engineering merit takes CET and qualifying exam PCM marks in equal proportions.
Can I get my OMR rechecked?
The bulletin says requests for re-totalling or revaluation of OMR sheets are not entertained, though KEA provides key answers and an objection window.