KCET 2026 Mathematics Question Paper with Solution PDF – Download Shift 1 Paper, Answer Key, Solutions

KCET 2026 Mathematics Question Paper with Solution PDF released after the April 24 Shift 1 exam (10:30 AM–11:50 AM). The 60-question, 80-minute paper carried 1 mark per correct answer with no negative marking.

Edited by Shreya Menon

Updated April 24, 2026 6:34 AM

    KCET 2026 Mathematics Question Paper with Solution PDF

    KCET 2026 Mathematics Question Paper with Solution PDF is available following the exam held on April 24, 2026 , Shift 1 ( 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM ). Candidates can access the question paper, answer key and solution PDFs for review.

    KCET 2026 Mathematics Question Paper with Solution PDF — download details

    You can download the question paper, answer key and solution PDF from the official KEA portal or your exam dashboard. The PDFs include the full set of questions and a solution file prepared post-exam.

    Note: a direct download link is not provided here. Detailed step-by-step solutions for every question and an official KEA confirmation link were not included in the materials we reviewed.

    KCET 2026 Mathematics Question Paper with Solution PDF — exam summary

    The Mathematics paper had 60 questions to be answered in 80 minutes . Each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses. Initial student reaction described the paper as of moderate difficulty.

    Key facts

    • Exam: KCET 2026 Mathematics , April 24, 2026 , Shift 1 ( 10:30 AM–11:50 AM )
    • Questions: 60
    • Duration: 80 minutes
    • Marking: +1 for correct answers; no negative marking

    KCET 2026 Mathematics: Expected Section-Wise Weightage

    Chapter Expected Questions
    Complex Numbers & Quadratic Equations 5 – 6
    Permutation & Combination 5 – 6
    Binomial Theorem 4 – 5
    Sets 4 – 5
    Introduction to 3D Geometry 3 – 4
    Linear Inequalities 3 – 4
    Statistics 3 – 4
    Mathematical Reasoning 3 – 4
    Principle of Mathematical Induction 2 – 3
    Matrices 5 – 6
    Inverse Trigonometric Functions 4 – 5
    Application of Integrals 4 – 5
    Linear Programming 3 – 4

    These are expected or observed distributions; use them to prioritise revision if you plan a reattempt or mock practice.

    Article updated Apr 24, 2026 .

    FAQs

    When was KCET 2026 Mathematics held? April 24, 2026, Shift 1 from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM .

    How many questions and what was the duration? The paper had 60 questions to be completed in 80 minutes .

    What is the marking scheme? Each correct answer awards 1 mark . There is no negative marking .

    Are solutions available? Yes. Question paper with answer key and solution PDF are available to download from the official KEA portal or your exam dashboard.

    How difficult was the paper? Initial student feedback called the paper moderate in difficulty.

    Is there a detailed step-by-step solution for every question? Full step-by-step solutions were not included in the materials reviewed; some solution PDFs provide concise answers only.

    Where can I find the official answer key? Check the official KEA portal or your exam dashboard for the published answer key and any updates.

    Does this article include a direct download link? No. A direct PDF link is not provided here; use the official KEA channels to download files.

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