Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration opened on March 23 — apply by April 8
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) opened registration for Karnataka PGCET 2026 on March 23, 2026 . You must submit the online application by April 8, 2026 and complete fee payment by April 10, 2026 to be eligible.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Start Date | March 23, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | April 8, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | April 10, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch Exam Date | May 23, 2026 |
| MBA/MCA Exam Date | May 24, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June 2026 |
Visit the official portal cetonline.karnataka.gov.in to register and pay fees.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration and fees
The registration fee is ₹650 for General and OBC candidates and ₹500 for SC, ST and Category-I (Karnataka) candidates. You must complete payment by April 10, 2026 — late payments will not be accepted.
Who can apply: eligibility at a glance
You must have a recognised Bachelor’s degree with the required minimum aggregate: 50% for general candidates and 45% for SC/ST and Category-I (Karnataka) candidates. Applicants for part-time courses need three years of work experience . You must have studied in Karnataka for at least seven academic years (counting from 1st standard to the qualifying degree).
Admission will be based on your PGCET merit rank and seats will be allotted through centralized counseling and document verification.
Exam schedule and results
Admit cards are expected in May 2026 (tentative). The technical programmes (M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch) will be on May 23, 2026 ; MBA and MCA tests follow on May 24, 2026 . KEA plans to publish the provisional answer key and final results in June 2026 .
Missing details you should watch for
KEA’s notification does not yet show the detailed syllabus, exam pattern, seat matrix, counseling schedule, or a city-wise exam centre list. Keep checking the official portal for those updates.
FAQs
What is the PGCET 2026 registration last date?
Apply online by April 8, 2026 and pay the fee by April 10, 2026 .
Which courses does Karnataka PGCET 2026 cover?
MBA, MCA, M.E., M.Tech and M.Arch.
What is the minimum eligibility percentage?
Minimum 50% for general; 45% for SC/ST and Category-I (Karnataka).
Is study in Karnataka required?
Yes. You must have studied in Karnataka for at least seven academic years .
What are the exam dates for technical and management papers?
M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch on May 23, 2026 ; MBA/MCA on May 24, 2026 .
Where do I register for PGCET 2026?
Register at the official portal: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
What is the registration fee?
₹650 for General/OBC; ₹500 for SC/ST/Category-I (Karnataka).
When will results and answer keys be released?
Provisional answer key and results are expected in June 2026 .