The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has revised the deadline for registration for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2025. The candidates have now been given until February 24, 2025, to fill their online applications. The deadline for payment of the application fee has also been revised to February 25, 2025.
KCET 2025: Key Dates and Exam Schedule
The KCET 2025 test will be conducted on April 16 and 17, 2025, in two morning and afternoon shifts. The Kannada Language Test for short-listed candidates is to be conducted on April 18, 2025.
KCET 2025 Exam Schedule
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| KCET 2025 Exam (Day 1) | April 16, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM (Morning)2:30 PM – 3:50 PM (Afternoon) |
| KCET 2025 Exam (Day 2) | April 17, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM (Morning)2:30 PM – 3:50 PM (Afternoon) |
| Kannada Language Test | April 18, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Test Centers for Kannada Exam | — | Bengaluru, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Mangaluru |
KCET 2025: Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (INR) |
| General and OBC (Karnataka origin) | 500 |
| SC/ST (Karnataka origin) | 250 |
| All Female Candidates of Karnataka | 250 |
| Candidates from Outside Karnataka | 750 |
| Candidates from Outside India | 5000 |
Note: Additional bank charges may apply.
Steps to Register for KCET 2025
Applicants may go through these steps to fill in their KCET 2025 application:
- Official Website Visit – Go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Application Form Access – Click on 'KCET-2025 online application'.
- Registration Complete – Enter required information and generate a User ID and password.
- Application Details Fill In – Enter personal, educational, and contact information.
- Documents Upload – Upload a scanned copy of recent photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression.
- Pay the Application Fee – Utilize online payment facilities to pay the fee.
- Submit and Print – Download and save a copy of the application form for future reference after submission.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Document Verification: The candidates must confirm all submitted information prior to final submission. Corrections can be made before the deadline if there are mistakes.
- Eligibility Check: Check that all eligibility conditions are satisfied prior to applying.
- Application Review: Recheck all documents uploaded and personal information to prevent errors.
- Payment Confirmation: Retain a copy of the transaction receipt as evidence of payment.
For additional updates and step-by-step instructions, applicants are encouraged to access the official KEA website.
