Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration begins
Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration has started for postgraduate courses, officials confirmed on the KEA portal. If you want admission to ME, MTech, MCA or MBA programmes, you must apply online through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
Karnataka PGCET 2026: Application last date and courses
The last date to submit the PGCET application form is April 8, 2026 . The notification covers admissions to ME, MTech, MCA and MBA programmes for the 2026 session.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application last date | April 8, 2026 |
| Registration start | To be announced on the official KEA portal |
Who conducts Karnataka PGCET 2026
The exam and application process are administered by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). All official updates, corrigenda and timelines will be published on the KEA website and the official application portal.
Eligibility and application requirements
You must hold the relevant undergraduate qualification for the specific PG course you seek (for example, a BE/BTech for ME/MTech, a recognised bachelor’s degree for MCA/MBA). KEA will publish the detailed eligibility criteria and category rules on its portal.
Apply only through the official KEA application portal. You will typically need to create an account, fill the form, upload required documents and pay the application fee online. Exact documents and fee amounts will be listed on KEA’s notification.
Fees and missing details
The official notification lists an application fee, but the exact fee amount was not specified in the public summary. KEA’s portal will have the fee structure, payment modes and any concession rules. Other items not yet published include the exam schedule, syllabus details, admit card date, result date and counselling timeline.
What you should do now
Check the official KEA portal for the full notification and start the registration early to avoid last-minute issues. Keep your academic documents and scanned ID proofs ready for upload.
FAQs
Q: What is the last date to apply for Karnataka PGCET 2026? A: The last date is April 8, 2026 .
Q: Which courses are covered in this PGCET notification? A: ME, MTech, MCA and MBA.
Q: Who conducts the Karnataka PGCET? A: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
Q: Where do I apply for PGCET 2026? A: Apply online via the official KEA application portal.
Q: Is the application fee mentioned? A: A fee is required, but the exact amount is not specified in the public summary; check the KEA portal.
Q: When does registration start? A: Registration has begun, but the official start date detail and full schedule should be confirmed on KEA’s site.