Karnataka PGCET 2026 website has been launched by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for candidates seeking admission to postgraduate programmes in the state. The new portal provides access to official notifications, exam updates, and syllabus documents for the upcoming entrance examination. Aspirants can visit the official website — cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026 to check course-wise syllabus details and other exam information.
Along with the launch of the portal, KEA has also released the official syllabus for multiple courses including MBA, MCA, and several engineering disciplines. Candidates preparing for the Karnataka PGCET 2026 entrance examination can now download the syllabus PDFs directly from the exam website.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Syllabus PDF Download for MBA, MCA and Engineering
The authority has published the syllabus documents to help candidates understand the topics and subjects included in the entrance examination. These documents are available for different postgraduate programmes offered through the exam. The syllabus PDFs provide detailed information about the topics and subject areas from which questions will be asked in the examination. Candidates are advised to review the syllabus carefully before beginning their exam preparation.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Dates and Schedule
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has already announced the examination schedule for the upcoming session. The entrance examination will be conducted separately for management and technical programmes. The following table outlines the important exam dates:
|
Course |
Exam Date |
|
MBA and MCA |
14 May 2026 |
|
ME and MTech |
23 May 2026 |
The entrance test will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions. Candidates will be given 120 minutes to complete the exam.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Form and Eligibility
The application process for Karnataka PGCET 2026 is expected to begin soon. Candidates planning to appear for the entrance examination should keep track of updates on the official portal.
According to the tentative schedule, the online application process is likely to start in the first week of April 2026. Eligible candidates will be able to submit their forms through the official KEA website.
Applicants must possess a relevant bachelor’s degree from a recognised university to apply for the entrance test. The exam is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes such as MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, and MArch offered by participating institutions across Karnataka.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website — cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for updates related to the application form, exam instructions, and further announcements regarding Karnataka PGCET 2026.