KCET
IMPORTANT DATES
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Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET 2017) is formerly known as Karnataka CET (K CET/Kar CET). It is managed by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA CET) under the aegis of Karnataka University. CET Karnataka is a state level entrance exam organized for providing admission in various full-time courses in the field of engineering, pharmacy & other allied courses offered by various colleges and institutions located in Karnataka state.
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Paper mode: Offline (pen and paper based)
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Marks for correct answer: +1
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Marks for incorrect answer: 0
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Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics.
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Exam duration: 3 hours
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Maximum Marks: 230
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Languages: English
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
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A candidate who has passed the Q. E. with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry / Bio-Technology / Biology / Electronics / Computer Science as optional subjects with English as one of the languages of study and obtained an aggregate minimum of 45% marks in the optional subjects in the Q. E. is eligible for Engineering / Technology courses.
40% of marks in Q. E. in case of SC, ST, Category-I and OBC Category candidates. Provided that, the marks obtained by the candidate in Bio-Technology / Biology / Electronics / Computer Science in the Q. E., will be considered in place of Chemistry, in case the marks obtained in Chemistry is less for required aggregate percentage, only for the purpose of determination of eligibility and not for the purpose of determination of rank, in respect of Engineering / Technology courses.
Based on the performance of the candidates in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects in both Common Entrance Test and the Qualifying Examination by taking the marks in equal proportions, the Engineering rank list will be prepared and published.
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Pass in 2nd PUC/12th or equivalent exam with Physics & Mathematics as a compulsory subjects and English as a language subject.
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Candidates must have secured 45% marks in physics & mathematics along with any one of the following subjects Chemistry/Bio-Technology/Biology/Electronics/Computer for general candidates and 40% marks for reserved categories.
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Candidates appearing in qualifying exam are also eligible to apply.
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SYLLABUS
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PAPER STRUCTURE
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COLLEGES
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CONTACT
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