Important Dates 
Syllabus
Eligibility
Application Process
Other DetailsIf you are worried about the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) Exam 2025, read this blog thoroughly.
The online KCET 2025 Application Form was released on 30 March 2025 on its official website. However, the exam will be conducted between 18th and 19th April 2025.
This entrance examination is the gateway to admission to various UG & PG courses in engineering, agriculture, architecture, etc.
Before applying, students need to check their eligibility criteria and other important information to get admission to various Government and Private Colleges across the state.
Overview:
| Exam Name | Karnataka Common Entrance Test |
| Organizing By | Karnataka Examinations Authority |
| Exam Level | State |
| Mode of Exam | Offline pen & paper mode |
| Number of Questions | 180 |
| Marking Scheme | 1 Mark For Each Correct Answer And no negative marking |
| Question type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Time Duration | 80 minutes each |
| Eligibility | 10+2 With Different Subjects For Different Courses |
| Official Website | www.kea.kar.nic.in/ |
KCET 2024 Exam Dates
| Events | Dates 2024 |
| Release of application form | 30th March 2024 |
| Last date to apply | 1st April 2024 |
| Admit card | 5th April 2024 |
| Date of KCET exam | 18th/19th April 2024 |
| Declaration of result | A few days after the exam |
Syllabus
The KCET syllabus includes essential physics, chemistry, and mathematics/biology subjects. Candidates should examine the complete syllabus and proceed with the exam strategy accordingly.
1. PHYSICS SYLLABUS
First Year
| Work, Energy & Power |
| Systems of Particles and Rotational Motion Gravitation |
| Mechanical Properties of Solids |
| Mechanical Properties of Fluids |
| Physical World |
| Units and Measurements |
| Motion in a Straight Line |
| Motion in a Plane |
| Laws of Motion |
| Thermal Properties of Matter |
| Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory |
| Oscillations |
| Waves |
Second Year
| Current Electricity |
| Moving Charges and Magnetism |
| Magnetism and Matter |
| Electromagnetic Induction |
| Electric Charges and Fields |
| Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance |
| Wave Optics |
| Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter |
| Atoms |
| Nuclei |
| Semiconductor Electronics |
| Communication Systems |
| Alternating Current |
| Electromagnetic Waves |
| Ray Optics and Optical Instruments |
2. CHEMISTRY SYLLABUS
First Year
| Redox reactions |
| Hydrogen |
| s – Block Elements |
| Some p – Block Elements |
| Organic Chemistry – Some basic principles & Techniques |
| Hydrocarbons |
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry |
| Structure of Atom |
| Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure States of Matter Gases and Liquids Thermodynamics |
| Equilibrium |
| Environmental chemistry |
Second Year
| Electrochemistry |
| Chemical Kinetics, Surface chemistry |
| General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
| p-Block Elements |
| Solid State |
| Solutions |
| d and f Block Elements |
| Coordination Compounds |
| Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen Biomolecules |
| Polymers |
| Chemistry in Everyday Life |
| Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
| Alcohols |
| Phenols and Ethers |
| Aldehydes |
| Ketones and Carboxylic acids |
3. MATHEMATICS SYLLABUS
First Year
| Sets, Relations & Functions |
| Trigonometric Functions |
| Limits & Derivatives |
| Mathematical Reasoning |
| Statistics |
| Principle of Mathematical Induction |
| Sequence & Series |
| Straight Lines |
| Conic Sections |
| Complex numbers and Quadratic equations Linear Inequalities |
| Permutations and Combination |
| Binomial Theorem |
| Introduction to 3D-Geometry |
| Probability |
Second Year
| Matrices |
| Determinants |
| Continuity and Differentiability |
| Relations & Functions, |
| Inverse Trigonometric functions |
| Application of Derivatives |
| Linear Programming |
| Probability |
| Integrals |
| Application of Integrals |
| Differential Equations |
| Vector Algebra |
| Three Dimensional Geometry |
4. BIOLOGY SYLLABUS
| Chemical Coordination and integration |
| Morphology of flowering plants |
| Neural control and coordination |
| Locomotion and movement |
| Breathing and exchange of gases |
| Anatomy of flowering plants |
| The living world |
| Animal Kingdom |
| Biological classification |
| Structural organisation in animals |
| Plant Kingdom |
| Body fluids and circulation |
| Cell cycle and Cell division |
| Mineral nutrition |
| Excretory products and their elimination |
| Transport in Plants |
| Cell – The unit of life |
| Respiration in plants |
| Biomolecules |
| Digestion and Absorption |
| Photosynthesis in higher plants |
KCET Exam Pattern 2024
Knowing about exam patterns is one of the essential aspects of grabbing information about upcoming examinations. So if you will appear in the KCET 2024 Exam, you must follow its entire Exam pattern information, where we have provided subject-wise Question paper Patten and its marking information.
| Sections | Questions | Duration |
| Physics | 60 | 80 minutes |
| Chemistry | 60 | 80 minutes |
| Mathematics/Biology | 60 | 80 minutes |
| Kannada (in case) | 50 | 60 minutes |
KCET Eligibility Criteria 2024
Fulfilling the eligibility criteria is one of the crucial aspects of applying for the KCET 2024, so before filling out your online form, check their eligibility criteria and other important information furnished in this section.
- Students must be an Indian citizen or domicile of Karnataka
- Have passed the qualifying exam from a recognized university with a minimum of 50-60% marks.
- Candidates who are appearing in the qualifying exam in 2024 and waiting for their results can also apply for KCET 2024.
Academic Qualifications
For B.E/B.Tech
- Qualification: Passed 10+2 intermediate or equivalent examinations with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics /Biology and grabbed at least 45% marks (40% marks for reserved category) in the PCM/PCB subjects.
For B.Arch
- Qualification: Must have completed Class 12th with 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. (45% marks for reserved candidates to be eligible for admission).
For B.V. Sc. & A.H
- Qualification: Those who appear in the 10+2 intermediate examination have 50% marks (45% marks for reserved category candidates).
- Subjects: One should have Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as subjects in their qualifying examination.
KCET Application Form 2024
- Visit the KCET official website
- Tap “KCET Registration 2024”
- Fill in the required information
- After that, applicants need to enter their name, email, mobile number, etc
- Click the “Submit” button
- After registration, candidates will get an application number and user ID
- Using their credentials, they need to log in to their account
- At this point, you must upload the scanned photographs of the photograph, signature and left thumb impression in JPG/JPEG format.
- The application form is considered complete only at the time of payment of a fee.
- After paying the application fee, one has to take a copy of the filled application form at the tip.
Application Fee:
| Categories | Application Fee |
| GM/ 2A/ 2B/ 3A / 3B candidates | Rs. 500 |
| SC/ST Category-1 | Rs.250 |
| Females of Karnataka candidates | Rs. 250 |
| Outside India candidates | Rs. 5, 000 |
| Outside Karnataka | Rs.750 |
KCET 2024 Preparation Tips
- Students must follow the complete syllabus and exam pattern.
- Make a balanced timetable for studies and follow it strictly.
- Students need to attend mock tests and solve previous years and sample papers.
- Try to make proper notes and revise them accordingly.
- Stay healthy and always avoid any unhealthy activities during the preparation period.
Conclusion
The information in this blog will surely be helpful when you fill out the KCET 2024 online application form. If you have any questions about this blog or want to ask anything, share your queries in the comment box.
FAQs!
Is KCET only for Karnataka students?
Yes, the KCET Examination is only allowed for students who belong to Karnataka. For private college admission in Karnataka, you can appear for the COMEDK exam.
When should I apply for KCET 2024?
The online application form was released on 30th March 2024, so the students can apply by completing the online form.
Will KCET be there in 2024?
This is a state-level entrance exam and is going to be held on the 18th/19th of April 2024.
What is the last date for the online application for this exam?
The online application process will end on 1st April 2024.
When will the KCET 2024 admit cards be made available to candidates?
Admit cards will be available to candidates online from 5th April 2024.
What is the process of KCET Counselling?
The KCET counselling process includes various processes such as seat allotment, document verification, choice filling KCET option entry, and reporting to the respective institutes. Aspirants who pass the KCET exam can take part in the counselling process.
What educational qualification is required for this exam?
One should qualify for the 12th pass Examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 50% marks from any recognized board. Reserved category candidates should have scored at least 40% marks.
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