Karnataka Reservation policies and requirements apply solely to candidates from Karnataka. KEA, as the coordinating organization, administers the exam for admission to MBA/ MCA/ M.Tech/ M.E/ M.Arch programs.

• Karnataka PGCET Reservations are available to SC/ ST and Category-I candidates of Karnataka background.
• Selecting a certain category during PGCET Registration does not entitle the candidate to the privileges connected with the reservation policy. Candidates are also required to submit the necessary documentation.
• Continue reading to learn more about the Karnataka PGCET 2024 Reservation Criteria, required documents, etc.
• GATE Exam Score will be valid for 3 years and candidates who have a GATE mark sheet get the first preference.

Karnataka PGCET 2024: Seat Reservation

Any regional institution reserves 70% of its seats for students from their region. Given below are the guidelines on the specifics of seat reservations:

• Karnataka students, as well as those from Gulbarga, Bidar, Raichur, Yadgir, Koppal, and Bellary, would be considered eligible for seat reservations.
• Students who want to take advantage of reservations must be able to complete the requirements and have credentials that are approved by the assistant commissioner of the state.
• Candidates who match the requirements for the Karnataka PGCET can reserve their seats.
• Candidates from outside of Karnataka will not be eligible for PGCET Seat Reservation advantages.
• If candidates with higher possibilities of getting their seats booked cannot reserve their slots in time owing to availability, they will not be able to benefit from reservations. Consequently, a member of the General Merit category will be given the seat at that point.

Karnataka PGCET Reservation for Ex-defence Special Category

The reservation policy reserves 3% of the seats for applicants who are PWD. The code for applicants claiming physical disability special category status for the Karnataka PGCET 2022 is 'V'. The PGCET 2022 Physically Disabled Special Category Reservation is listed below:

• It should be mentioned that the Joint Director/Deputy Director of the candidate's district must approve the certificate of residence.
• Anyone who cannot obtain the necessary papers will not be allowed to reserve a seat.
• Children who have military-connected parents who are physically unable to care for them or who have passed away are eligible for this reservation.
• Such a reservation is not available to applicants who plan to enrol in M.E., M.Arch., or M.Tech. programs in the state of Karnataka.

Karnataka PGCET Reservation for Physically Disabled Special Category People

To the reservation policy, 3% of seats are set aside for applicants who are physically handicapped. For a detailed explanation of the reservation requirements and guidelines for this category, read the following advice.

• Candidates who want to take advantage of this reservation policy must undergo a medical examination.
• Only after passing the medical examination by a recognized committee can one profit from this reservation program.
• Candidates who are physically challenged must obtain a medical certification stating their disability.
• Any reputable hospital in the state of Karnataka must provide a BSER (Brain Stem Evoked Response) Audiometry exam for people who suffer from hearing loss.
• If a physical handicap is less than 40%, a person is not considered physically disadvantaged and is not allowed to apply for a seat.
• The assignment of seats will not be permitted for those unable to attend their medical check.

Karnataka PGCET Reservation for Karnataka Candidates

Candidates from the state of Karnataka are eligible for the PGCET Reservation program's privileges. The reservation program is designed for those from the socially and economically disadvantaged SC, ST, and OBC groups.

• To qualify for the reservation program, students must be able to obtain a caste certificate.
• Candidates from the SC or ST categories whose families make less than INR 2.5 lakhs annually are exempt from paying the tuition.
• Other than the ones mentioned above, members of the other backward classes must pay their tuition costs to the appropriate authorities.
• In these situations, students can take advantage of reservation benefits by signing up for loans provided by the Backward Class Department.
• Candidates must submit their income certificates for review to determine their eligibility.
• Candidates from outside of Karnataka are only permitted to choose from the MBA and MCA seats that the management has, if any, relinquished.
• Candidates from outside of Karnataka would not be eligible for reservations.
• Therefore, students are only eligible to register for admissions through KEA or for any other seats in the State of Karnataka if they have obtained the necessary minimum 50% or above, fixed for "GENERAL Merit" as per the qualifying requirements.
• Please be aware that only candidates from Karnataka who identify as SC, ST, or OBC are eligible.