KCET 2026 Registrations Extended

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has extended the registrations for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026. The application window, which reopened on February 21, 2026, remained available until February 27, 2026. Candidates who completed registration can pay the application fee until March 7, 2026, and KEA has also opened a correction window that will remain available until March 30, 2026.

The KCET 2026 exam will be held on April 23 and 24, 2026, in two shifts: the morning session is from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM and the afternoon session is from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM.

KCET serves as a gateway for admission to several undergraduate professional courses, including Engineering, Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Pharmacy, and Bachelor of Science (Nursing).

KCET 2026 Schedule:

Steps to Register for KCET 2026: 

Step 1: Visit the official website of KEA.

Step 2: On the ‘Homepage’, under ‘Admissions’, click on ‘UGCET-2026’.

Step 3: Click on ‘UGCET 2026 Online application link. 16-01-2026’.

Step 4: Fresh candidates must click on ‘Proceed to Registration For New User’ whereas, registered candidates must click ‘Proceed to Login for Registered Users’.

Step 5: Register yourself to generate your login credentials.

Step 6: Login using the generated credentials and fill in the application form.

Step 7: Upload the necessary documents and pay the application registration fee.