The KSET exam process begins with the official notification released by the Karnataka State Eligibility Test authorities. This notification contains crucial details such as eligibility criteria, exam dates, syllabus, and application procedure. Aspiring candidates should carefully review the notification on the official website before proceeding. The application process typically involves online registration, filling out the application form with accurate details, uploading required documents (such as photograph and signature), and paying the application fee through online modes. Ensure all details are correctly entered and documents are uploaded as per the specified guidelines to avoid rejection of the application. Keep a copy of the filled application form and payment confirmation for future reference.

After the successful submission of the application form, the next step is to download the admit card. The KSET admit card is usually released a few weeks before the exam date on the official website. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging in with their registration credentials (application number and password). The admit card contains essential information such as the candidate's name, roll number, exam center details, exam date and time, and important instructions. It is mandatory to carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhar card, PAN card, driving license, etc.) to the exam center. Without the admit card and ID proof, candidates will not be allowed to appear for the exam. Verify all the details mentioned on the admit card and contact the KSET authorities immediately if any discrepancies are found.

On the day of the KSET exam, candidates must reach the exam center well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card. Familiarize yourself with the exam center location in advance to avoid any last-minute delays. Follow all the instructions provided by the invigilators during the exam. The KSET exam consists of two papers: Paper I and Paper II. Paper I is a general paper that assesses teaching and research aptitude, while Paper II is based on the subject chosen by the candidate. Each paper is conducted for a specific duration, and candidates must manage their time effectively to answer all the questions. Avoid any malpractice or unfair means during the exam, as it can lead to disqualification. After completing the exam, submit the answer sheets to the invigilator and leave the exam hall in an orderly manner.

Following the KSET exam, the Karnataka State Eligibility Test authorities release the provisional answer keys for both Paper I and Paper II on the official website. Candidates can download the answer keys and compare them with their responses to estimate their scores. If candidates find any discrepancies or have objections to any of the answers in the provisional answer key, they can raise objections within a specified period. The KSET authorities provide a facility to submit objections online along with supporting documents or justifications. After reviewing the objections received, the authorities release the final answer key, which is used for the evaluation of the answer sheets. No further objections are entertained after the release of the final answer key.

The final stage in the KSET exam process is the declaration of results. The KSET results are usually announced a few weeks after the exam on the official website. Candidates can check their results by logging in with their registration credentials. The result typically displays the candidate's marks in each paper, the total score, and the qualifying status (qualified or not qualified). Candidates who meet the cutoff marks prescribed by the KSET authorities are declared qualified. The qualified candidates are then eligible to apply for Assistant Professor positions in universities and colleges across Karnataka. The KSET certificate is usually issued to the qualified candidates, which serves as proof of their eligibility.