KCET 2022: Exam Dates, Application Form, Admit Card, Pattern, Syllabus, Result
University Data Specialist | Updated On - Dec 15, 2021
KCET 2022 is likely to be held in the fourth week of August. To be eligible for appearing in KCET 2022, a candidate needs to secure at least 50% at their graduation level. In the previous session, the authorities reduced KCET 2022 Syllabus by 30%. It is expected that the same syllabus will continue in 2022 as well.
- KCET 2022 Application Form will be available in the third week of April 2022. Candidates who received the required minimum scores in Class 12th will be eligible to apply for the exam.
- Candidates seeking admission to various UG and PG degrees in Engineering, Agriculture, Architecture, and other fields can appear for the exam.
- KCET 2022 Question Paper will consist of 60 MCQ questions. These questions must be attempted in 80 minutes.
Table of Content
5.1 How to Apply for the KCET 2022?
8.1 How to Get Your KCET Admit Card 2022?
13.1 How to download KCET 2022 Answer Key?
14.1 What is the procedure for checking the KCET 2022 result?
What is KCET?
Karnataka Examination Authority oversees the KCET, or Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KEA). It is used to determine eligibility for professional programs such as Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma), Engineering Technology, Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma), Agriculture (Farm Science), and Veterinary Medicine. Students seeking admission to Medical, Unani, Ayurveda, Dental, or Homoeopathy programs must pass the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), whereas candidates seeking admission to Architecture degrees through KCET 2021 must have passed the JEE Main Paper-2 or NATA test.
KCET 2022 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) |
| Exam Conducting Authority | Karnataka Examination Authority |
| Exam Level | State-Level |
| Admission Category | Undergraduate |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Examination Mode | Offline i.e. Pen-Paper Based |
| The number of candidates who applied (in KCET Previous session) |
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| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KCET 2022 Exam Dates
Though the official announcement for KCET 2022 has not been made yet, tentative dates for various events are tabulated below.
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Release of application form | 3rd week of April 2022 |
| Application deadline | 3rd week of June 2022 |
| Last date to pay the application fee | 4th week of June 2022 |
| Editing of application details | 1st week of July 2022 |
| Admit card availability | 2nd week of July 2022 |
| Exam Date of KCET 2022 | Last week of August 2022 |
| KCET Answer Key Release Date | 1st week of September 2022 |
| Declaration of result | 2nd week of September 2022 |
| Starting of the counseling process | 3rd week of October 2022 |
KCET 2022 Courses Offered
All of the courses offered through KCET 2022 are listed below in the table.
| B.Sc (Hons) Forestry | B.Tech (Dairy Technology) |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture Marketing & Co-op | B.Tech (Food Technology) |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Sericulture | B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering) |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture | B.Tech. Biotechnology |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Community Science | B. Pharma and Pharma-D course |
| B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture | B.F.Sc. (Fisheries) |
| Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) |
KCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants can find information regarding the KCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria in the following section.
| Nationality | For government employment, only Indian citizens are eligible to apply. |
| Age limit | Applicants must be 17 years old or older. |
| Domicile | To get admitted to the institution, applicants must be residents of the state of Karnataka. |
| Educational Qualification | The applicant must have passed HSC Exams with a 10 + 2 system of education or a diploma in a relevant field from a recognized state board of education. |
| Minimum Marks | The applicants must have received a minimum of 45 percent on the qualifying exam (40 percent marks for reserved category applicants) |
| Stream | Applicants in the Science track must have completed the intermediate exam. |
| Mandatory subjects | English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology should all be required topics on the qualifying exam. |
KCET 2022 Application
The Karnataka Examinations Authority is likely to issue KCET 2022 Application Form in April 2022. Applicants must complete and submit the application form before the deadline.
How to Apply for the KCET 2022?
- The first step to apply for KCET 2022 is registering for the exam by visiting the official website.
- Candidates can complete their application by supplying basic personal and educational information.
- Candidates' signatures and photographs will be scanned and uploaded to the application form.
- Candidates must sign the statement after filling out all of the required information on the application form.
- Any changes to the form can be made until the declaration is signed. After that, there will be no way to change the form.
- Candidates can submit the form online once they have filled in all of the required information.
- Take a printout of the successfully submitted application form and keep it safe for future use.
KCET 2022 Application Fee
The application fee can be paid in two ways: online or offline. Candidates can pay their application costs using approved payment channels.
The following is the application fee for the candidates belonging to different categories.
| Categories | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Category-1 / Females of Karnataka candidates only | Rs. 250/- |
| Karnataka GM/ 2A/ 2B/ 3A/ 3B candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| Outside Karnataka state candidates | Rs. 750/- |
| Foreign candidates | Rs. 5, 000/- |
KCET 2022 Form Correction
The KCET official website will launch a rectification window for the KCET 2022 application form. Only successfully enrolled candidates will have access to the edit window, which allows them to make changes to the information they entered in the application form. Candidates must verify all data, particularly the category reservation, before making any changes.
The steps for KCET 2022 application form corrections are as follows:
- The KCET correction window can be found by visiting the official website.
- Enter your user id and password.
- Candidates must now go to "Payment Status" and select the "Click here to Edit Details" tab.
- The KCET 2022 application form will display on the screen for revision, and you can now update the relevant information in it.
- Finally, applicants must press the "Declare Button" to save their modifications.
KCET 2022 Exam Centers
In the following table, the expected exam centers for KCET 2022 have been curated.
| Exam Centre | Exam Centre | Exam Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Dharwad | Puttur | Chitradurga |
| Moodabidre | Raichur | Jamakhandi |
| Bangalore | Bagalkot | Mangalore |
| Mysore | Ujire | Hubli |
| Davangere | Haveridte | Doddaballapur |
| Athani | Gulbarga | Belgaum |
| Hassan | Chikodi | Ramanagara |
| Kumta | Gadag | Tiptur |
| Basavakalyan | Hospet | Sagar |
| Kanwar | Dandeli | Bhadravathi |
| Bidar | Gokak | Shimoga |
| Bellary | Udupi | Kundapura |
| Bhalki | Kolar | Channapatna |
| KGF | Chikkaballapur | Sirsi |
| Madikeri | Koppal | Tumkur |
| Kollegal | Chamarajanagar | Karkala |
| Bijapur | Mandya | Yadgir |
| Chikmagalur | Krishnarajapet |
KCET 2022 Admit Card
The exam conducting authorities are expected to release the KCET 2022 Admit Card in the 2nd week of July 2022. Registered applicants will be able to access their admit cards online by logging in using their login credentials. The KCET exam admit card will contain information such as the entrance exam day and time, as well as the entire address of the exam center. Applicants are advised to download and print the admit card. No entries will be allowed at the KCET 2022 exam center with the hall ticket.
How to Get Your KCET Admit Card 2022?
- To begin, go to the official website of the KCET.
- Now, go to the KCET Admit Card 2022 page and click on the appropriate link.
- Applicants must now include their application number and date of birth.
- After you've entered all of the essential information, click the "Submit" button.
- The KCET hall ticket/admit card will show on the screen when you enter your information.
- Now go over all of the information on the admit card and print it down for future reference.
KCET 2022 Exam Pattern
The following is the complete KCET 2022 Exam Pattern:
| Mode of KCET 2022 | Pen and Paper-based Test |
| Duration of the exam | 80 Minutes for each paper |
| Question Type | MCQ |
| Medium of the Question Paper | English only |
| Number of sessions | 4 |
| Number of Questions | 60 MCQs in each paper |
| Total Marks | 240 |
| Marks for Each question | 1 Mark for Every Correct Response |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Subjects | Duration | No. of questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | 80 minutes | 60 questions | 60 marks |
| Physics | 80 minutes | 60 questions | 60 marks |
| Mathematics | 80 minutes | 60 questions | 60 marks |
| Biology | 80 minutes | 60 questions | 60 marks |
| Total | 320 | 240 | 240 |
KCET 2022 Syllabus
Check out the following table to receive information regarding KCET 2022 Syllabus.
| Syllabus | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Chemistry |
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| Physics |
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| Mathematics |
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KCET 2022 Exam Preparation Tips
Here are some pointers to help the aspirants prepare for KCET 2022.
- Examine the entire syllabus and exam format.
- Make a study schedule that is both balanced and adhered to.
- Take the practice test and solve the previous years and sample papers.
- Make accurate notes and modify them as needed.
- Ensure you revise your notes regularly so that you don’t forget the important concepts.
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle and refrain from engaging in any harmful activity.
KCET 2022 Recommended Books
Applicants are recommended to select the best KCET exam study material that covers the whole syllabus. The following are the books that are highly recommended:
| Books | Author |
|---|---|
| KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test): 14 Years Solved Papers (2007 – 2020) | Arihant |
| Karnataka CET – Explorer Medical (Paperback) | MTG |
| Karnataka CET Explorer for Engineering (Paperback) | MTG |
| Principles of physics | S.Chands (V.K Mehta & Rohit Mehta) |
| Textbooks of Chemistry, Physics, Biology & Mathematics | NCERT |
| New course Physics | Pradeep’s (gomber and gogia) |
| Modern ABC chemistry | S.P. Jauhar |
KCET 2022 Answer Key
After a few days have passed the examination, the authority will provide the answer key. The KCET 2022 Answer Key will contain all the correct answers to the entrance exam's question paper. The tentative KCET 2022 Answer Key will be made available on the official website in an online format. Applicants can go to the official website and compare their answer sheet with the KCET 2022 Answer Key.
Applicants who detect an error in the KCET 2022 Answer Key can register an objection with the relevant supporting documents and submit it to the authorities in person, via quick post, or email. A revised KCET 2022 Answer Key will be posted after the official authorities have examined the applicant's objections.
How to download KCET 2022 Answer Key?
- To begin, browse the official website and click on the solution key link that appears.
- The provisional/ main answer/response key of KCET 2022 for various disciplines such as Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, or Biology will be revealed after clicking on the link.
- Now compare your response to the preliminary answer key to determine your likely grade.
- Download the KCET 2022 answer key and compare it to the tentative answer key's answers.
KCET Result 2022
After the exam is completed, the KCET result 2022 is likely to be issued. On the official website, applicants can obtain their results by logging in with their registration number and password. The aspirant’s overall scores and scores in each subject in the KCET 2022 would be included in the outcome. The exam results will be utilized as the foundation for the admissions process.
What is the procedure for checking the KCET 2022 result?
- To begin, go to kea.kar.nic.in, the official website of the KCET.
- Now, go to the KCET Result 2022 page and click on the appropriate link.
- Applicants must now provide their Application number, password, and date of birth, followed by the Captcha code.
- After you've entered all of the essential information, click the "Submit" button.
- The KCET result will appear on the screen after you submit your information.
- Now double-check all of the information and save a hard copy of the result for future reference.
KCET 2022 Score Card
The scorecard for KCET 2022 will contain the following details.
- Name of the Candidate
- Roll Number
- Marks earned by the contestant in each subject
- The candidate's overall score in the KCET 2022
- Overall Candidate Rank
KCET 2022 Counselling
The KCET 2022 Counseling will be conducted online by the authorities. During the counseling process, registered candidates must re-register online and fill out an online application form with their course and college preferences. Applicants who pass the KCET 2022 and receive a valid rank will be eligible for KCET 2022 counseling.
The admission procedure will be finished after the registration process, verification round, choice filling process, and reporting. KCET Counselling 2022 will typically be done in two rounds. Extra rounds may be conducted to fill the empty seat.
KCET 2022 Counseling Procedure
The counseling procedure will be broken down into the following three steps.
Documents Verification:
Applicants need to verify their documents at specified Centers once they have qualified for KCET 2022. Document verification will be done in an offline mode.
Choice Filling & Locking:
Verified applicants will be issued a secret key and a certificate submission form. The applicants will be able to use this key to log onto the official website and lock their preferences and choices. After students have sealed their choices, the Karnataka Examinations Authority will provide them the opportunity to amend or update them. This operation will be completed fully on the internet.
Seat Allotment:
The final step is to obtain the allocation order from the board. The KCET allotment order will help applicants get into the courses and colleges they want.
Documents required for KCET 2022 Counseling
- Marksheets for 10th and 12th, as well as a certificate of completion.
- Certificate of caste.
- A copy of the completed application on paper
- Scorecard for KCET 2022
- Two recent passport-sized photos
KCET 2022 Seat Allotment
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is in charge of the Karnataka CET seat distribution process. Applicants must go to the KCET counseling website, kea.kar.nic.in, and log in after providing the credentials to learn more about the seat allotment for each round. The KCET 2022 option entry will be held online for applicants who took part in the KCET 2022.
The applicant's choices, the availability of seats in the institutes chosen, and the applicant's performance in the KCET will all factor into seat distribution for KCET 2022. The first round of seat allocation for KCET 2022 will be announced, followed by the second and second extended rounds. Applicants who have been assigned seats must make selections based on their preferences before continuing with the KCET 2022 seat allocation process.
How to Check the KCET Seat Allotment Result for 2022
For the seat allocation procedure, follow the procedures below:
- To begin, go to the official website of the KCET.
- Then, for seat allocation, click on the relevant link.
- Applicants will now be required to submit their Karnataka CET number.
- Click the "Submit" button after entering the KCET number.
- The seat allotment result will appear on the screen when you input your information.
KCET 2022 Cut-off
Along with the KCET results, constituent colleges will issue their KCET 2022 cut-offs. The Cut off will be published on the official website of the KCET 2022. Given below is the minimum cutoff for the two categories. KCET 2022 Cutoff varies each year. Hence the candidates are advised to keep visiting the official website to receive the latest updates regarding the cutoff.
| Category | Cut-off or Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| OBC / ST / SC | 40% |
KCET 2022 FAQs
Q.1 In what format will KCET 2022 be held?
Ans. The examination is conducted in an offline style. i.e. the exam will be performed on a pen-and-paper basis.
Q.2 Is it possible to complete the KCET Application Form 2022 in an offline mode?
Ans. You will not be able to complete the KCET Application Form 2022 in an offline mode. All candidates must complete up and submit the application form online.
Q.3 Is it possible to challenge the KCET Answer Key 2022 one or two days after the results are released?
Ans. After the result is released, candidates will not be allowed to contest the KCET Answer Key 2022. All you have to do is challenge the answer key on or before the exam conducting body's deadline.
Q.4 Is it possible to get the KCET 2022 Result by mail?
Ans. No candidates will be allowed to receive their KCET Result 2022 by mail or any other means other than online. It can only be downloaded from the official website by all candidates.
Q.5 Can I still apply for the KCET 2022 if I am taking my 12th examination?
Ans. Appearing candidates are eligible to apply for KCET 2022 admission. Kindly check out the eligibility criteria before appearing for the exam.
Q.6 Is there going to be any negative marking in the exam?
Ans. No, the application form will not be marked negatively. For each correct answer, one mark will be awarded.
Q.7 What kinds of questions will be asked in the exam?
Ans. Only multiple-choice questions (MCQs) will be included in the exam. The candidates should check the exam pattern before appearing for the exam.
Q.8 Is it possible to make changes to the information on the KCET Application Form 2022 after the admit card has been released?
Ans. After the admit card is released, no applicants will be allowed to make any modifications to their KCET Application Form 2022. Before receiving their admission card, all candidates must modify the information on the application form.
Q.9 After receiving my KCET Admit Card 2022, can I modify the name of the exam center?
Ans. After receiving your KCET Admit Card 2022, you will not be able to modify your exam center. You can modify it after you've inserted the disc, but you'll lose the application correction window.
Q.10 Is there any kind of KCET reservation for Kannada medium students?
Ans. Yes, Kannada medium students are entitled to a 5% reservation. Note that applicants from states other than Karnataka would be considered for the reservation if they studied in Kannada from 1st to 10th.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
