Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will publish the KCET 2026 result on its official website, expected between May 24 and 30. Usually, the result is published within 35-40 days after the exam.
The result for the Kannada Language Test will be announced separately by KEA. The candidates appearing for the Language test require a minimum of 12 marks out of 50 to qualify.
| Direct Link for KCET 2026 Result (Soon) |
The CET results will be announced only after the results of both II PUC examinations are declared, as declared by the KEA in its official X post.
Source: KEA Official X Handle
- Once released, candidates will be able to download their scorecards from the official website, and can also check their ranks.
- The KCET 2026 result scorecard will include the subject-wise CET marks and the Qualifying examination marks, along with the marks in the language test.
In 2025, Sudarshan K was the only candidate to score 50/50 marks in the Language Test. Around 456 candidates out of 1520 failed, and 12 candidates scored 0/50 in the Language test.
Related Articles:
- KCET 2026 Course-wise Cutoff and college-wise closing rank
- KCET 2026 Expected Marks Vs Rank and Qualifying Marks
- KCET 2026 Seat Allotment: Check Date, Process and Participating Colleges
Key Summary
- The overall pass percentage was 88.36% in 2025 with 2,75,677 qualified candidates.
- Last year, the result was delayed as around 10,000 candidates entered incorrect registration or roll numbers.
- Due to a surge in reappearing candidates (26% in 2025), the competition is increasing, resulting in high cutoffs.
- Bengaluru/CBSE schools had dominated Engineering, but rural districts like Uttara Kannada excelled in non-engineering courses.
- In 2025, Harishraj D V topped Nursing, Veterinary and BNYS with a 179/180 raw score.
KCET 2026 Result: Overview
The KEA will release the KCET 2026 result in late May or early June 2026 on its official website. Candidates will be able to download the KCET 2026 scorecard with their login credentials.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam Dates | April 23 and 24April 22 for Kannada Language test |
| KCET Result Date 2026 | May 2026 |
| Official Websites | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, kea.kar.nic.in |
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number and First Four Characters of Name |
| Helpdesk Details | Karnataka Examinations Authority, Sampige Road, 18th Cross, Malleshwaram, Bangalore - 560012Phone: 080 - 23460460 |
KCET Previous Year’s Result Statistics
In the KCET 2026, around 3.3 lakh candidates registered, as per the data released by the KEA on its official X post.
- The statistics related to the appeared and qualified candidates will be released along with the results.
| Year | Registered Candidates | Appeared Candidates | Qualified/Eligible Candidates | Overall Pass % (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ~3.3 lakh | To be updated | To be updated | To be updated |
| 2025 | 3,30,787 | 3,11,991 – 3,11,996 | 2,75,677 (eligible for professional courses) | 88.36% |
| 2024 | 3,49,653 | 3,10,314 | 2,74,595 (for Engineering) | 88–90% |
| 2023 | 2,61,610 | 2,44,345 | 2,03,381 (for Engineering) | 83–85% (Engineering) |
| 2022 | Lower (post-COVID) | 2,10,829 | 1,71,656 (for Engineering) | 81% |
Source: KEA Official X Handle
Ques. How will CET results be announced?
Ans. The CET 2026 result will be announced in an online mode on the official website of the KEA at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. Candidates will be able to download their results using their application number and the first four letters of their name.
KCET 2026 Result: Important Dates
The KEA has announced the KCET 2026 important dates in the official information bulletin 2026. The KCET 2026 result is expected to be released in late May or early June, as the result will be released after the 2nd PUC Exam - 2 results.
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key | 26 April 2026 |
| Objection Window | 26 April to 30 April |
| Final Answer Key | May 2026 |
| KCET Result | May 2026 |
Ques. When can we expect KCET results?
Ans. The KEA will release the results after the results of the 2nd PUC exam 2, which are scheduled from 30 April to 13 May. So, we can expect the KCET 2026 results in late May.
How to check KCET 2026 Result
Once released, candidates will be able to download their KCET 2026 scorecard from the website by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official KCET portal.
- Click on the "KCET 2026 Result" link available on the homepage.
- Enter your Application Number and the required login credentials.
- Submit the details.
- Your KCET 2026 scorecard will appear on the screen.
- Download and print the result for future counselling rounds.
KCET 2026 Result: Official Websites
The KCET 2026 result can be downloaded from the 2 official KEA websites. The official websites of the KEA for KCET 2026 are given below:
Ques. What if I face technical issues while checking the result?
Ans. Candidates facing issues with checking their KCET 2026 result should check their internet connection or try in non-peak hours. If the issue persists, you can contact the KEA helpdesk on the following:
| Email ID | keaugcet26@gmail.com |
|---|---|
| Helpline Number | 080 - 23 460 460 |
Ques. Will the result be available in PDF format (rank list)?
Ans. Yes, KEA releases the overall and stream-wise rank or merit lists in PDF form on the official website. You can simply download the PDF without the login credentials.
KCET 2026 Result: Detailed Mentioned on the Scorecard
To download the KCET 2026 result, students have to visit the official website and open the result link provided by KEA. The details mentioned on the KCET scorecard are given below:
- Candidate's Name
- Roll Number
- Subject-wise Marks
- Total Marks
- Rank Obtained
- Qualifying Status
Students can download the scorecard using their registration number, date of birth or the first four letters of their name.
Ques. How do I check my CET score?
Ans. Candidates can check their CET score using their login credentials from the official website after the declaration of the CET 2026 result, expected in late May.
KCET 2026 Result: Objection
The KEA will provide a window for candidates to correct errors in their KCET results except for the CET marks, as was done in 2025.
- Last year, some candidates did not receive their ranks, so KEA provided a window for them to enter their 2nd PUC marks.
- After the correction window, revised scorecards and the rank list were published.
Any kind of request for re-totalling or revaluation of the OMR answer sheets will not be entertained.
Source: KEA Official Public Notice
KCET 2026 Result: Merit List
The KCET 2026 merit list will be created based on marks obtained by candidates in the KCET 2026 and the marks obtained by candidates in the Qualifying Examination, taken in equal proportions.
| Course | 1st Tie-Breaker | 2nd Tie-Breaker | 3rd Tie-Breaker | 4th Tie-Breaker |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naturopathy & Yoga | Marks in Biology (CET) | Marks in Chemistry (CET) | Marks in relevant subjects in the Qualifying Exam | Age (Elder candidate gets a higher rank) |
| Engineering & Technology | Marks in Mathematics (CET) | Marks in Physics (CET) | Marks in relevant subjects in the Qualifying Exam | Age (Elder candidate gets a higher rank) |
| Architecture | Marks in Aptitude Test (NATA) | Marks in Mathematics (Qualifying Exam) | Age (Elder candidate gets a higher rank) | — |
Source: KCET Official Information Bulletin
Note: If the tie persists, then the interse merit will be determined by a draw of lots.
The candidates who have any objection to the entries in the result, such as discrepancies in the qualifying examination marks, version code, etc., except the CET marks, will be able to submit their objections within 3 days from the declaration of the results.
Source: KEA Official Public Notice
Given below are the reasons why a candidate may not get a rank after the results:
Source: Official Information Bulletin
Ques. What is a Spot Rank in KCET 2026?
Ans. The spot rank will be released by the KEA after the official result for candidates whose ranks were withheld due to a discrepancy in the 2nd PUC marks.
Ques. What if my PUC result is not yet declared or has a revaluation?
Ans. KEA releases the KCET results after the PUC results so that candidates can update their marks online through the KEA portal. However, if some candidates' PUC result delayed, they can update their PUC marks later.
KCET 2026 Result: Mark vs Ranks
The KCET ranks are determined based on the CET marks along with the 2nd PUC marks in a 50:50 weightage. The KECT marks vs rank analysis will differ for candidates if they have lower PUC marks.
- Around 170+ marks in the KCET 2026 can secure a rank under 100 for candidates.
- Marks around 150 can give a rank of 800 to 2500 to candidates.
- With marks below 100, the candidates will be given a lower rank, such as 30,000 and above.
The table given below shows the expected Marks vs Rank for KCET 2026 for candidates with a good PUC score:
| KCET Marks (out of 180) | Expected Rank Range |
|---|---|
| 170 – 180 | 1 – 100 |
| 160 – 169 | 101 – 800 |
| 150 – 159 | 801 – 2,500 |
| 140 – 149 | 2,501 – 6,000 |
| 130 – 139 | 6,001 – 12,000 |
| 120 – 129 | 12,001 – 20,000 |
| 110 – 119 | 20,001 – 30,000 |
| 100 – 109 | 30,001 – 45,000 |
| 80 – 99 | 45,000 – 70,000+ |
Ques. What rank is 70 marks in KCET?
Ans. 70 marks in the KCET 2026 are expected to secure you a rank of 50, 000+ as the rank is also determined based on the PUC marks. So if your PUC marks are good, your rank will be better, or if your PUC marks are lower than average, then your rank may fall.
Ques. What rank is 40 marks in KCET?
Ans. 40 marks in the KCET 2026 will secure you a rank of more than 80,000+. It is highly unlikely that with these marks you will get a govt. college with a good branch. However, you can get a low-tier private college with these marks.
KCET 2026 Result: Cutoff
The cutoffs for 2026 are expected to be similar or slightly higher than those for 2025, as registrations are increasing every year.
- The cutoffs depend on the number of seats and the number of candidates appearing for the exam.
Given below are the expected cutoffs for KCET 2026 for various professional courses.
| College Name | Expected CSE Closing Rank | Expected AI/ML/Data Science | Expected ECE | Expected Mechanical/Civil Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RVCE, Bangalore | 500–1,000 | 700–1,500 | 1,200–2,000 | 7,000–25,000 |
| PES University, Bangalore | 1,000–2,500 | 2,000–4,000 | 2,500–4,000 | 15,000–30,000 |
| MSRIT, Bangalore | 1,500–4,000 | 3,000–5,000 | 4,000–6,000 | 20,000–40,000 |
| BMSCE, Bangalore | 2,000–4,500 | 4,000–6,000 | 3,500–5,500 | 20,000–40,000+ |
Ques. Is 40,000 a good rank in CET?
Ans. A 40,000 rank in CET is generally considered average or moderate. However, it can facilitate admission to a private engineering college, such as BMSCE, Bangalore, in a branch such as Mechanical or Civil.
KCET 2026 Result: Toppers
The KCET 2026 toppers list will be released after the KCET 2026 results. The toppers will be released stream-wise on the official KCET 2026 website.
Given below are the KCET 2025 official toppers lists for the Engineering stream, Agriculture stream, and Veterinary Science:
2025 Toppers (Engineering Stream)
| Rank | Name | Merit % |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhavesh Jayanthi | 99.06 |
| 2 | Satwik B Biradar | 98.83 |
| 3 | Dhinesh Gomathi Shankar Arunachalam | 98.67 |
| 4 | Shishir H Shetty | 98.61 |
| 5 | Divyansh Agrawal | 98.56 |
| 6 | Tharun A Surana | 98.56 |
| 7 | Karan Koder | ~98.45 |
| 8 | Rishabh Pandey | ~98.40 |
| 9 | Chaithanya Parama Shivam | ~98.35 |
| 10 | Sarath Chandar M | ~98.30 |
2025 Toppers- Agriculture stream (B.Sc Agriculture & Farm Sciences)
| Rank | Name | Merit % / Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akshay M Hegde | 98.08% |
| 2 | Saish Shravan Pandit | 97.92% |
| 3 | Suchith P Prasad | 97.92% |
| 4 | Sumantagouda S Danappagouda R | 97.58% |
2025 Toppers-Veterinary Science (B.VSc. & A.H.)
| Rank | Name | Marks (Raw KCET) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harishraj D V | 179 |
| 1 | Aathreya Venkatachalam | 179 |
| 3 | Saphal S Shetty | 178 |
KCET 2026 Result: Top Colleges Accepting KCET Result
The top colleges accepting the KCET 2026 result for Engineering are RV College of Engineering, BMS College of Engineering and PES University, among others.
- For top branches such as CSE, candidates will require a rank under 1,000 for admission to RV College of Engineering.
- A candidate can get a top branch in the BMS College of Engineering with a rank under 2,500 in the KCET 2026.
| Rank Position | College Name | Location | Approx. Good Rank for CSE/ECE (GM) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RV College of Engineering (RVCE) | Bengaluru | 1 – 1,200 | Most preferred, excellent placements |
| 2 | BMS College of Engineering (BMSCE) | Bengaluru | 300 – 2,500 | Very strong reputation |
| 3 | PES University (Ring Road Campus) | Bengaluru | 800 – 2,500 | Good for CSE & related branches |
| 4 | MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology (MSRIT) | Bengaluru | 800 – 3,000 | Consistent top performer |
| 5 | University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE) | Bengaluru | 1,500 – 4,000 | Government college, affordable |
| 6 | Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE) / JSSSTU | Mysuru | 1,500 – 4,500 | Strong in South Karnataka |
| 7 | Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE) | Bengaluru | 3,000 – 8,000 | Good infrastructure & placements |
| 8 | Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT) | Bengaluru | 4,000 – 10,000 | Well-established |
| 9 | Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT) | Bengaluru | 5,000 – 12,000 | Good for emerging branches |
| 10 | Siddaganga Institute of Technology (SIT) | Tumkur | 5,000 – 12,000 | Reputed tier-2 college |
| 11 | The National Institute of Engineering (NIE) | Mysuru | 2,000 – 6,000 | Excellent academic environment |
| 12 | RNS Institute of Technology (RNSIT) | Bengaluru | 6,000 – 15,000 | Decent placements |
| 13 | Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology | Bengaluru | 8,000 – 20,000+ | Good for mid-ranks |
| 14 | MVJ College of Engineering | Bengaluru | 10,000 – 25,000 | Popular among mid-ranks |
| 15 | KLE Technological University | Hubli | 8,000 – 18,000 | Strong in North Karnataka |
KCET 2026 Result: Counselling
After the declaration of the results, the documentation verification begins, which is followed by option entry and Round 1 allotment. The counselling process usually concludes between September and October.
There will also be a mock seat allotment, based on which candidates can change their options and preferences during the counselling process, within the deadline of option entry.
| Particular | Date (Expected) |
|---|---|
| Document Verification Slip | June 2026 |
| Option Entry | July 2026 |
| Round 1 Provisional Allotment | August 2026 |
| Round 1 Final Allotment | August 2026 |
| Round 2 Allotment | August 2026 |
| Round 3 / Extended Rounds | September 2026 |
| Counselling Conclusion | End of September - mid October |
FAQs
Ques. How is the KCET 2026 rank calculated?
Ans. The final rank is made on the basis of 50% from KCET marks and 50% from standardised 2nd PUC marks.
Ques. What if my 2nd PUC / 12th marks are not yet available or entered incorrectly?
Ans. KEA will likely provide an Annex link for candidates to enter their 2nd PUC / 12th Class marks along with the registration number, and upload the Marks Card after the declaration of results.
Ques. Can I raise objections or challenge the KCET 2026 result?
Ans. Yes, you can submit objections/challenges within 3 days of result declaration if there are any errors, such as wrong name, marks mismatch, etc. However, no revaluation or re-totalling of KCET marks is allowed.
Ques. Where can I find cutoff ranks for KCET 2026?
Ans. The course-wise and college-wise cutoff ranks are released by KEA shortly after the results are posted on the official website.
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