Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Form (Released): Register Online Here

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration has been started from 23rd March 2026. Candidates can submit their application form via online mode. Exam Date has been announced. Karnataka PGCET (Post Graduate Common Entrance Test) is a state level entrance exam conducted once in every year.

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Form – Released

 Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration has been started on 23rd March 2026. Click here to register.

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) regulates Karnataka PGCET exam to offer admission into Postgraduate Courses. Candidates can get admission into M.Tech/ M.E/ MBA/ MCA/M.Arch courses in various government & private universities. Before applying, candidates must fulfil the eligibility norms in the article below. 

Candidates can get complete Karnataka PGCET Application Form 2026 details such as registration form, exam dates, eligibility criteria, fee, steps to apply here. 

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Form 

In the section below, complete Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form is mentioned below: 

• Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form has been released on 23rd March 2026. 
• Candidates can submit the registration form via online mode, no offline method is available. 
• Before filling the form, candidates must fulfill the complete eligibility criteria below. 
• During form filling, enter the name, academic qualification, phone number, etc. 
• After form filling, upload the photograph & signature in prescribed format & size. 
• KEA will also provide the facility to make corrections in the submitted form if required. 
• The last date to submit the application form will be till 8th April 2026. 
• Submit the form & do not forget to take a hardcopy of application form for further usage in admission. 

Documents Required for Registration 

List of required documents during Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration is mentioned below: 

• Class 10th mark sheet and passing certificate 
• Class 12th mark sheet and passing certificate 
• Scanned copy of a passport-sized photograph & signature
• Scanned copy of the left thumb impression
• Category certificate (if required)
• Domicile or Place of Birth (if required)
• Graduation marksheet and certificates
• A government-approved photo identification card, etc.

Application Fee: 

• Application fee of Karnataka PGCET 2026 can be deposited via online mode. 
• Rs. 1950/- is the application fee to apply. 
• Online facilities such as credit card/ debit card/ net banking/ e-challan modes are available. 
• Once submitted, the fee cannot be refunded under any circumstances. 

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Correction 

KEA will provide the correction facility to edit the Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form. Candidates will be able to edit the form through online mode. One will have to visit the website to access the edit window. 

In the month of May 2026, an edit facility will be provided. One will have to use their login credentials to edit the registration form. Edit facility will be provided for a limited period of time, no further extension will be made after the deadline. 

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria 

In the section below, we have mentioned the complete Karnataka PGCET 2026 eligibility norms here: 

For MBA Programme: 

• Qualification: To be eligible, candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree of minimum of 3 years duration or equivalent exam from a recognized board. 
• Marks: In qualifying exam, candidates must have obtained a minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% marks for SC, ST and category-I of Karnataka candidates) to apply. 
• Experience: Candidates applying for Part time MBA programme must have worked for not less than 3 years as on 31st July 2026, after obtaining the degree. 

MCA Programme: 

• Qualification: Applying candidates must have BCA/ Bachelor degree in Computer Science Engineering or have passed B.Sc/ B.Com/ BA with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at graduation level from any recognized board will be eligible. 
• Marks: In qualifying exam level, one must have secured 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC, ST and category -1 of Karnataka candidates). 

For M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Arch Programme: 

• Qualification: Candidates must have obtained a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent examination to be eligible. 
• Marks: In the qualifying exam, candidates must achieve 50% aggregate marks (45% in case of  SC, ST and category -1 of Karnataka candidates) to apply. 
• Scores: To apply for Karnataka PGCET 2026, candidates must have a valid GATE scores. 

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Dates 

Complete schedule of Karnataka PGCET 2026 is mentioned below: 

How to Register for Karnataka PGCET 2026 

Step-by-step procedure to submit the Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form is here: 

• Visit the website of KEA online (Direct Apply Link is given above). 
• On the homepage, click on the “Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration” link. 
• Start with the registration procedure by entering your email ID & Phone number. 
• After registration, login user ID & password will be generated. 
• Login using allotted details & start filing the application form. 
• Fill the form with details such as personal, academic qualifications, communication & other required information. 
• Upload the scanned documents such as photograph & signature in prescribed format & size. 
• Documents must be uploaded in JPG format (Max 50 KB size). 
• Recheck the details once before submitting the application form. 
• Now proceed towards submitting the application fee. 
• Submit the fee using available options as per your category. 
• Press the “Submit” button to proceed. 
• A confirmation page will appear on the screen after submitting the form.
• Do not forget to take a hardcopy of application form for further usage in admission. 

We have summarised the complete Karnataka PGCET Registration 2026 details in the article below. Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form has been released via online mode. Exam Dates has been released. Candidates can get direct application link from the article above. 

In case of any query related to Karnataka PGCET Registration 2026, candidates can feel free to ask us below in the comment section.