KCET 2026 Exam Timings
As per the official KCET 2026 schedule, the Kannada Language Test has been conducted on April 22, followed by Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology exams on April 23 and 24. The exam will be conducted in multiple sessions across these two days.
| Date | Session | Timing | Subject | Marks |
| April 22, 2026 | Morning | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Kannada Language Test | 50 |
| April 23, 2026 | Morning | 10:30 AM - 11:50 AM | Physics | 60 |
| April 23, 2026 | Afternoon | 02:30 PM - 03:50 PM | Chemistry | 60 |
| April 24, 2026 | Morning | 10:30 AM - 11:50 AM | Mathematics | 60 |
| April 24, 2026 | Afternoon | 02:30 PM - 03:50 PM | Biology | |
KCET 2026 Admit Card
The KCET 2026 Admit Card is a crucial document released by the KEA for candidates appearing for the KCET 2026. It contains important details such as exam date, time, and exam centre, and is mandatory for entry into the exam hall.
KCET 2026 Documents Carry with Admit Card
There are few important documents that you are required to carry along with the admit card.
| Document | Details |
| KCET 2026 Admit Card | Printed copy of the hall ticket (mandatory) |
| Valid Photo ID Proof | Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving License |
| Passport Size Photograph | Same as uploaded in application form (if required) |
| Blue/Black Ballpoint Pen | For marking answers in OMR sheet |
KCET 2026 Reporting Time
Candidates should reach the exam center atleast 1 hour before the exam begins, to avoid kind of delay.
| Exam Session | Exam Time | Reporting Time |
| Morning Session | 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM | By 9:30 AM |
| Afternoon Session | 2:30 PM – 3:50 PM | By 1:30 PM |
KCET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
| Category | Guidelines |
| Documents to Carry | Admit card (printed copy), valid government ID proof, blue/black ballpoint pen |
| Entry Rules | Entry without admit card and ID proof will not be allowed |
| Dress Code | Wear simple clothes; avoid items with metallic objects |
| Allowed Items | Admit card, ID proof, pen |
| Not Allowed Items | Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, electronic gadgets, study material |
| Seating Arrangement | Sit only in the seat allotted as per admit card |
| Inside Exam Hall | Follow invigilator instructions and maintain discipline |
| Answer Marking | Use only blue/black ballpoint pen |
| Late Entry | Late entry may not be permitted |
| Misconduct | Any unfair means may lead to disqualification |
| COVID/Health Guidelines (if any) | Follow instructions as mentioned by authorities |
KCET Reappearance Trends (2020-2025)
The table indicates that there is a consistent growth of the recurring candidates in the years 2020 to 2025. Up by 18% in 2020 to 26% in 2025, making a 44% growth over the years. This is an indication that the number of students who are reappearing for KCET wants to improve their scores and ranks, to get good college.
| Year | Approx. % of Reappearing Candidates |
| 2025 | 26% |
| 2024 | 25% |
| 2023 | 23% |
| 2022 | 22% |
| 2021 | 20% |
| 2020 | 18% |
Ques: How come there is a reappearance of many students in KCET?
Ans. Students re-attend the KCET to get higher rankings and secure a place in a better college or department, such as Computer Science and Electronics. As there is no age restriction at KCET, most applicants resort to a second attempt to better prepare and maximise the opportunities of the leading professional institutions.
Ques: Is reappearing an indicator of better chances of admission in KCET?
Ans. Yes, redoing can also give them a much better chance of admission, provided the candidates are better prepared and score higher compared to the previous time. Between 50 and 75 per cent of students in reattempt seem to improve their noticeable rank. Nonetheless, they have to be studied regularly, the mistakes of the past should be learned, and mock examinations should be practised because each year the competition increases with the number of candidates.
KCET 2026: Courses & Subjects
Details of Subjects to appear in CET-2026 for various Professional Courses are given below:
| For Admission to 1st Year | Subjects to appear inCET-2026 |
| Engineering / Technology courses | PCM |
| Farm Science courses(B.Sc. Agriculture, Sericulture, Horticulture, etc. | PCMB |
| Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Naturopathy & Yoga and B.Sc. (Nursing) | PCB |
| B-Pharma, 2nd Year B. Pharma, Pharma-D | PCM or PCB |
For other courses, candidates have to take an entrance exam
| Medical, Dental and AYUSH | UGNEET | Candidates must compulsorily register For CET-2026, fill out the application andpay the fees to become eligible toparticipate in the counselling. |
| Architecture | NATA |
| For admission to B.P.T., B.Sc. Allied Health Sciences, BPO courses -Selection is based on PU Marks | NO Entrance Exam – but they must compulsorily register for CET-2026 and Fill out the application and pay the fees to become eligible to participate in the counseling |
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