PGCET 2026 - Dates, Syllabus, Eligibility, Preparation

Karnataka PGCET is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to postgraduate courses in Karnataka. For management aspirants, it is commonly used for MBA admissions in participating colleges under the state admission process. The exam is followed by a centralized counselling/allotment process conducted by KEA. Final admissions are subject to eligibility, document verification, and seat availability in participating institutes.

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Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (Karnataka PGCET)

Conducted by: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)

Management (MBA)MCA
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Key Summary

Karnataka PGCET (KEA) is a state-level PG entrance exam used for MBA admissions in Karnataka through centralized counselling.

Karnataka PGCET is a KEA-conducted state-level entrance exam for postgraduate admissions, including MBA management programs in Karnataka. Check the latest Karnataka PGCET eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, and counselling process to plan your preparation effectively.
Karnataka PGCET is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to postgraduate courses in Karnataka. For management aspirants, it is commonly used for MBA admissions in participating colleges under the state admission process. The exam is followed by a centralized counselling/allotment process conducted by KEA. Final admissions are subject to eligibility, document verification, and seat availability in participating institutes.

PGCET Paper Pattern

exam Mode

Offline Based Test

exam Duration

150 minutes

total Marks

100 Marks

exam Level

PG

eligibility

For MBA through Karnataka PGCET, candidates generally need a recognized Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) with the prescribed minimum aggregate marks as mentioned in the KEA notification (commonly 50% for General and 45% for reserved categories in Karnataka, subject to official rules). Final-year graduation students may be allowed to apply subject to producing proof of passing within the stipulated timeline. Eligibility and reservation benefits depend on Karnataka domicile/reservation norms and course-specific rules issued by KEA for that admission year.

official Website

https://kea.kar.nic.in

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