Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Date Revised for MBA and MCA Courses as the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has updated the schedule. The MBA and MCA exams will now be conducted on 24 May 2026, replacing the earlier date of 14 May. The revised dates have been published on the official website. The exam schedule for ME/MTech courses remains unchanged. The Karnataka PGCET 2026 engineering exam will be held on 23 May 2026.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Dates and Application Schedule
Along with the exam date revision, KEA has also released the complete registration timeline. Candidates must complete the application process within the given schedule. The key registration dates are as follows:
- Registration start date: 23 March 2026 (11 AM)
- Last date to apply: 8 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last date to pay application fee: 10 April 2026
Candidates can fill out the Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form through the official KEA portal. It is advised to complete the process early to avoid last-minute issues.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Date and Shift Timings
The authority will conduct the exam on different dates and shifts for each course. Candidates must check their respective exam schedule carefully. The detailed exam schedule is provided below:
|
Course |
Exam Date |
Exam Time |
|
ME/MTech |
23 May 2026 |
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
|
MCA |
24 May 2026 |
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
|
MBA |
24 May 2026 |
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
Each course will have a separate shift on the scheduled dates.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Pattern and Mode
Karnataka PGCET 2026 will be conducted in offline mode using the OMR sheet system. The exam pattern remains standard across courses. Candidates will be required to answer 100 multiple-choice questions, with each question carrying one mark. The total marks for the exam will be 100 marks. Applicants are advised to prepare according to the updated schedule and keep track of further announcements regarding admit card and counselling process.