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KCET 2023-24 Exam

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KCET 2022: Get Complete Details Here

Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is a state examination conducted by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). This exam is conducted offline for admission to engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses in various institutions/colleges belonging to Karnataka. Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) was conducted on the 16th, 17th, and 18th of June 2022 in an offline mode. As per the notification by the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka, the KCET 2022 syllabus was based on the 1st and 2nd PUC syllabus. 

KCET 2022 Key Highlights

Particulars

Details

Conducting Body

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA)

Exam Name

Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET)

Examination Level 

State-Level

Examination Mode

Offline (Pen Paper Mode)

Counselling Mode

Online

Mode of Application

Online

Subjects

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology.

Exam Language

English and Kannada

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Out of every four options given, one is the correct answer

Marks

1 mark for every correct answer

No negative Markings

Time Duration

3 hours

Courses Offered

Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma), Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharma), Agriculture courses (Farm Science) and Veterinary courses

Release of Cut-off

After Result Declaration


KCET 2022 Exam Dates

Each paper of the KCET 2022 exam consists of 60 questions carrying one mark each. There will be no negative markings for incorrect answers or un-attempted questions. The KCET 2022  exam timetable is as follows:

Exam Date

Subject

Marks

June 16, 2022

Biology

60

June 16, 2022,

Mathematics

60

June 17, 2022

Physics

60

June 17, 2022

Chemistry

60

June 18, 2022

Kannada (For Both Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga Students)

60


KCET 2022 Exam Pattern And Marking Scheme

Subjects

Number of Questions

Total Marks

Physics

60

60

Chemistry

60

60

Biology or Mathematics

60

60

Total

180

180


KCET 2022 Answer Key

The KCET unofficial Answer Key 2022 will be published on the exam day; however, the date for the final answer key followed by the provisional answer key will be announced by the KEA in the first week of September 2022 tentatively. The KCET answer key will contain all the correct answers to the questions asked in the exam. Candidates can calculate their KCET scores by comparing their responses to the correct answers in the answer key released by the authorities. Candidates will also be provided with a certain time to raise any objection against the answer key with valid proof. The objections will be duly considered by the authorities (if valid) and the final KCET 2022 answer key will be published.


KCET 2022 Application Form

The Karnataka Examination Authority has released the KCET 2022 application form on their official website.  Students aspiring to take admission into various Engineering colleges of Karnataka through KCET will be required to fill and submit the application form on or before May 5, 2022. Note: Students who do not fulfill KCET minimum eligibility conditions will not be eligible for KCET admission.


How to Fill KCET Application Form 2022 – Steps to be Followed

  • Registration: This is the first step where you have to register online on the official website of KEA and then log in using your registered credentials.

  • Filling up the KCET Application Form 2022: Using the application number and password, log in and fill out the application form for KCET 2022. Details such as personal, academic, and contact information need to be submitted.

  • Scanned Documents Upload: In this step, you must upload scanned images of your signature, photograph, and left thumb impression per the required specifications. Along with that, you also need to upload your parent’s left thumb impression.

  • Application Fee Payment: Pay the application fee through online (Credit/Debit/Net Banking) mode or offline mode (e-challan).

  • Submission of the Application Form: This is the final step where you need to review all your inputs and then submit the application form. Take a printout of the application form for future use. Furthermore, you need to get a printout attested by your school’s principal or by any gazetted officer.


KCET 2022 Application Fee

The KCET 2022 application Fees for General, OBC, ST, SC, and students outside Karnataka are as follows:

Categories

Application Fees

General / OBC

Rs. 650 + INR 10/- (Bank Charges)

ST / SC

Rs. 500 + INR 10/- (Bank Charges)

Students from outside Karnataka

Rs. 700 + INR 10/- (Bank Charges)


KCET Exam Eligibility 2022 – Karnataka Common Entrance Test Eligibility

The following criteria must be fulfilled to qualify for the Karnataka CET exam.

  • Qualifying Exam: The candidates must pass Class 12 or 2nd PUC or any equivalent examination from a board recognized by the Indian Government to be eligible for the KCET exam.

  • Minimum Marks: Candidates must score a minimum of 45% marks (40% for ST/SC) in Maths, Physics, Biology or Biotechnology or Chemistry or Electronics, or Computer Science.

  • Subjects: Applicants must qualify for their examination with Physics and Maths as their main subject and English as their language subject.


KCET 2022 Admit Card

The Karnataka Examination Authority release the KCET Admit card on its official website. To access the exam hall ticket, candidates should submit their credentials, such as application number and date of birth. Candidates ar  requested to  download the KCET admit card and take a printout for the same for any future reference.


Note: It is mandatory for students to carry KCET Admit Card to the exam center. Candidates who fail to show the admit card to the authorities will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.


KCET 2022 Result

KCET 2022 will be tentatively announced by the authorities in the second week of September 2022. Once the KCET results are available on its official website, candidates can access all the data, like the marks they have secured and their ranking. 


KCET 2022 Cut-Off

KCET 2022 Cutoffs are the maximum marks required to qualify for the KCET counseling process. The authorities release the cut-off after the declaration of KCET 2022 results. The factors given below will determine the KCET 2022 cutoff marks.

  • The difficulty level of the question paper.

  • The total number of candidates appearing for the exam.

  • The total number of seats available.

  • Candidate’s performance in all the sections of the exam.

  • Number of reserved category seats

  • Candidate’s average marks


KCET 2022 Counselling 

KCET 2022 Counselling process will be conducted offline by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). Qualified candidates can appear in the counseling process. The following documents are mandatory for candidates to carry during the counseling sessions.

  • Class 10th Marksheet

  • Copy of Application Form

  • KCET 2022 Admit Card

  • Class 12th Marksheet

  • Passport size photo (2 copies)

  • Category Certificate (if eligible)


KCET 2022 Seat Allotment

The KCET seat allotment is announced online. KCET exam seat allotment is done according to ranks secured by the candidates and the availability of seats in the desired college or institute. 


Candidates who secure a seat in the allotted institutes must visit the institution with their documents for verification purposes. KEA seat allotment session will be conducted in two rounds. The authorities might also be an additional extended round if seats are left in the institutes. Candidates must pay the required institute fees to confirm their admission.


KCET Preparation Tips

KCET 2022 can be cracked with proper preparation and strategy. As the first step, ensure you have gone through the KCET Syllabus and be thorough with it. To get a good grip on problem-solving speed, solve as many KCET Mock Tests as possible and prepare a study plan so that it doesn’t leave any stone unturned. 


This was the complete information about KCET 2022 exam Hope you have found the information on this page beneficial. Stay tuned with Vedantu to explore more information on the KCET 2022 exam or any other competitive exams.

FAQs on KCET 2023-24 Exam

1. Are NRI/PIO/OC candidates eligible for admission in engineering through Karanataka UGCET exam?

No, only Indian citizens are eligible for admission in engineering through Karanataka UGCET.

2. How many centers are available for KCET 2022 exams?

KCET exam is generally conducted at 54 locations, spread all over Karnataka.

3. Who can fill out the KCET 2022 application form?

Only candidates who fulfill the KCET 2022 eligibility criteria are allowed to fill out the application form.

4. What is the syllabus of the KCET 2022 exam?

KCET 2022 question paper is based on the first and second PUC syllabus as prescribed by the department of Pre-University Education of the Karnataka state.

5. If the candidate enters the incorrect date of birth in the KCET application. Is it possible to change it?

Yes, candidates can make changes if made any errors while filling out the KCET application form during the correction window opened by KEA. It will be only for a limited period of time.