Karnataka CET Notification 2026 Released: Exam Schedule, Registration
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• Updated on 16 Jan, 2026, 1:36 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has released the Karnataka CET 2026 notification. The announcement includes exam dates, registration schedule, eligibility criteria and application guidelines for candidates.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (CET) 2026 notification, outlining the exam schedule, registration process and key guidelines for candidates. Karnataka CET is conducted for admission to engineering, pharmacy and other professional courses offered by institutions across the state. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official KEA portal within the notified timeline.
Karnataka CET 2026 Exam Schedule
As per the notification, KEA has announced the tentative Karnataka CET 2026 examination dates. The entrance test will be conducted in offline mode at designated centres across Karnataka.Candidates are advised to note that the final exam schedule, including session timings and centre details, will be mentioned on the admit card.
Karnataka CET 2026 Registration Process
The application process for Karnataka CET 2026 will be conducted entirely online. Candidates must complete registration on the official KEA website by submitting personal details, academic information and required documents. The application form submission will be considered complete only after successful payment of the prescribed application fee within the deadline.
Eligibility Criteria for Karnataka CET 2026
To appear for Karnataka CET 2026, candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with the required subjects, including Physics and Mathematics, along with Chemistry or other specified alternatives, as per KEA norms. Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply, subject to fulfilling eligibility conditions during admission.
Admit Card and Examination Guidelines
KEA will release the Karnataka CET 2026 admit card online prior to the examination. The hall ticket will contain important details such as exam date, reporting time, centre address and candidate instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with valid photo identification to the examination centre.
What Candidates Should Do Next?
Applicants are advised to carefully read the notification and complete the registration process well before the deadline. Regularly checking the official KEA website is important for updates related to admit card release, exam instructions, result declaration and counselling schedule. The release of the Karnataka CET 2026 notification marks the beginning of the admission process for professional courses in Karnataka, and timely preparation will be crucial for aspirants.
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