KCET 2027 registration is expected to open in February 2027, with the exam in late April 2027 and counselling from June 2027 — based on the 2026 KEA cycle.
The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to engineering, pharmacy, and other professional courses in Karnataka. The 2027 cycle spans roughly seven months — from the official notification to final seat allotment. All dates below are expected and will be confirmed once KEA releases the official KCET 2027 notification at kea.kar.nic.in.
- KCET 2027 notification is expected in January 2027, based on the 2026 pattern.
- The online application form is expected at kea.kar.nic.in from February 2027.
- KCET 2027 exam is expected over two days in the last week of April 2027, covering Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.
- KCET total marks: 180 — Physics, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Biology, 60 marks each.
- Rank formula uses 50% KCET score and 50% 2nd PUC PCM marks for final rank calculation.
KCET 2027 Full Timeline (Expected)
All KCET 2027 events from notification to final admission are listed below in sequence. All dates are expected and based on KCET 2026 trends. KEA will publish confirmed dates on kea.kar.nic.in with the official notification.
| Event | Expected Date (2027) |
|---|---|
| KCET 2027 Notification Release | January 2027 |
| Application Form Opens | First week of February 2027 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | First week of March 2027 |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | First week of March 2027 |
| Application Correction Window | Second week of March 2027 |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket Release | Third or fourth week of April 2027 |
| KCET 2027 Exam Day 1 (Biology and Mathematics) | Last week of April 2027 |
| KCET 2027 Exam Day 2 (Physics and Chemistry) | Last week of April 2027 |
| Kannada Language Test (eligible students only) | Last week of April 2027 |
| Provisional Answer Key | Early May 2027 |
| Final Answer Key | May 2027 |
| KCET 2027 Result Declaration | Late May or early June 2027 |
| Document Verification at HLCs | June 2027 |
| Choice Filling and Locking | Late June 2027 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 2027 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | Late July 2027 |
| Mop-Up and Final Seat Allotment | August 2027 |
KCET 2027 Registration and Application
KCET 2027 registration is fully online at kea.kar.nic.in. You must complete the application before the deadline — late submissions are not accepted. The process takes about 20 to 30 minutes if all documents are ready.
- Visit kea.kar.nic.in and click on the KCET 2027 application link once it goes live in February 2027.
- Enter personal details, 2nd PUC details, stream (PCM or PCB), and domicile or category information.
- Upload a scanned photo and signature in the prescribed size and format as mentioned in the notification.
- Pay the application fee online — Rs. 500 for General category and Rs. 250 for SC and ST categories (based on 2026 rates; 2027 fee subject to KEA announcement).
- Save and print the application confirmation page after successful submission.
Eligibility in brief: You must have passed 2nd PUC or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology. General category students need 45% marks in PCM combined; SC, ST, and OBC-II students need 40%. Karnataka domicile requirements apply for government-quota CET seats.
KCET 2027 Admit Card
The KCET 2027 admit card is expected to be released approximately one week before the exam, in the third or fourth week of April 2027. KEA publishes it online only — no physical copy is dispatched by post.
- Log in to kea.kar.nic.in with your application number and date of birth to download the hall ticket.
- Check the exam centre name and address, exam dates, session timings, and roll number carefully after download.
- Print the admit card on A4 paper and carry it to the exam hall along with a valid photo ID such as Aadhaar card, school ID, or PAN card.
- Contact KEA immediately if any detail on the admit card is incorrect — corrections must be made before the exam date.
- Keep the hall ticket safe as it is also required at the document verification stage during counselling.
KCET 2027 Exam Schedule and Pattern
KCET 2027 is expected to be conducted over two days in the last week of April 2027. The exam is offline — pen-and-paper OMR based — with 60 questions per subject and no negative marking.
| Day and Session | Subject | Timing | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 — Morning | Biology | 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM | 60 |
| Day 1 — Afternoon | Mathematics | 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM | 60 |
| Day 2 — Morning | Physics | 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM | 60 |
| Day 2 — Afternoon | Chemistry | 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM | 60 |
| Day 2 — Evening (eligible students only) | Kannada Language Test | 5:00 PM to 6:20 PM | 50 |
Engineering students write Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for a total of 180 marks. Medical stream students write Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, also 180 marks. The Kannada Language Test is only for Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga students claiming Karnataka domicile status.
KCET 2027 Result and Counselling
The KCET 2027 result is expected in late May or early June 2027. The rank is computed using a 50:50 formula — your KCET score out of 180 and your 2nd PUC PCM aggregate marks each contribute 50% to the final CET rank. After the result, KEA runs multiple centralised counselling rounds for seat allotment across Karnataka colleges.
| Counselling Stage | Expected Month (2027) |
|---|---|
| KCET 2027 Result | May to June 2027 |
| Document Verification at Help Line Centres | June 2027 |
| Online Choice Filling and Locking | Late June 2027 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 2027 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | Late July 2027 |
| Mop-Up or Stray Vacancy Round | August 2027 |
| Final Admission Confirmation | August to September 2027 |
During document verification you must carry originals of: SSLC marks card, 2nd PUC marks card, KCET admit card, caste or category certificate (if applicable), income certificate, and domicile or residency proof. Students who miss the document verification step cannot participate in seat allotment rounds.
KCET 2027 Application Timeline FAQs
Ques. When will KCET 2027 registration start?
Ans. KCET 2027 registration is expected to start in February 2027, based on the 2026 cycle. KEA will release the official notification in January 2027 with confirmed dates at kea.kar.nic.in.
Ques. What is the last date to apply for KCET 2027?
Ans. The last date to apply for KCET 2027 is expected in the first week of March 2027, based on previous-year trends. An application correction window usually opens for a few days after the deadline closes.
Ques. When will the KCET 2027 admit card be released?
Ans. The KCET 2027 admit card is expected in the third or fourth week of April 2027, about one week before the exam. Download it from kea.kar.nic.in using your application number and date of birth.
Ques. How many days is the KCET 2027 exam conducted?
Ans. KCET 2027 is expected to be conducted over two days. Day 1 covers Biology and Mathematics; Day 2 covers Physics and Chemistry. The Kannada Language Test is held on Day 2 evening for eligible students only.
Ques. When does KCET 2027 counselling start?
Ans. KCET 2027 counselling is expected to begin in late June 2027, after result declaration and document verification at Help Line Centres. Seat allotment rounds run through July and August 2027.
Ques. How is the KCET 2027 rank calculated?
Ans. The KCET rank uses a 50:50 weightage formula — your KCET score out of 180 and your 2nd PUC PCM aggregate marks each contribute 50% to the final rank. Strong board marks can significantly improve your KCET rank.
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