Karnataka PGCET Registration 2026: Last Date to Apply - April 30, Last Date to Pay Fees – May 5

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Closed:  Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam for MBA and MCA courses will he held on May 24, 2026Karnataka PGCET Registration 2026 last date to apply is April 30, 2026. Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration fee payment last date is May 5, 2026.To register for KEA PGCET exam 2026, candidates must fill Karnataka PGCET application form 2026 on new PGCET 2026 official websitecetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026 and pay exam fees. Karnataka PGCET 2026 Fees is Rs 650 for general category candidates and Rs 500 for reserved category candidates. Check how to the fill Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form.

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Highlights

Check salient features of Karnataka PGCET Exam in top Karnataka colleges in the table below. 

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What is Karnataka PGCET Full Form?

Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test

Who conducts PGCET exam?

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) conducts PGCET exam

What is Karnataka PGCET MBA exam date 2026?

May 24, 2026 (2.30 pm to 4.30 pm)

What is mode of PGCET 2026 exam?

PGCET will be conducted as Paper-based test through OMR. Question paper will be of Objective Multiple Choice (MCQ) type.

What is Karnataka PGCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria?

Candidates should complete Graduation from a recognized university or college with 50% Marks

How many questions appear in Karnataka PGCET MBA Exam?

100 questions divided in 5 sections with 20 questions in each section

What is total time duration of Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA Exam?

120 Mins (2 hours)

Which are top MBA Colleges Accepting Karnataka PGCET 2026 Scores?

Government and most Private MBA Colleges in Karnataka accept PGCET Scores. Check complete list below.

What is Karnataka PGCET 2026 official website?

cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Dates and Schedule

Karnataka PGCET 2026 date for MBA and MCA exam is May 24, 2026. Karnataka PGCET 2026 application start date was March 23, 2026. Karnataka PGCET 2026 application last date was April 20, 2026. Karnataka PGCET registration fee payment last date was April 22, 2026. Check Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Dates and Schedule for MBA exam below.

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Important Dates
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will conduct Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam on May 24, 2026. Karnataka PGCET Registration last date to apply is extended from April 8 to April 30, 2026. Karnataka PGCET 2026 application dates were from March 23 till April 30, 2026. Check complete exam dates and schedule on the table below.

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Start Date

March 23, 2026

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Last Date to Apply

April 30, 2026

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Last Date to Pay Fees

May 5, 2026

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Admit Card Release Date

April, 2026

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Date

May 24, 2026 

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Answer Key Release Date

June, 2026 

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Results 2026

June 2026

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Counselling start date

June 2026

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How to Fill Karnataka PGCET Application Form 2026

Karnataka PGCET Registration Process 2026 can be completed by filling Karnataka PGCET online application 2026 form by following the steps mentioned below.

Step 1 - Create User Account: Visit the new official site of Karnataka PGCET cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026. Click the link reading ‘PGCET 2026 online application’. Click the 'New User' tab to create a user account. Enter basic details including mobile number, email ID, name, gender, and other key details to complete the Karnataka PGCET registration. You will receive a system-generated email and SMS containing login credentials, which should be preserved for future reference.

Step 2 - Fill in the Details: Log in using the User ID and Password received after registration. Enter personal, academic, contact, and other details in the PGCET application form. Click on the 'Save and Next' button to proceed.

Step 3 - Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of the following documents: recent passport-size colored photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and parent's signature. After uploading, click the 'Save and Next' button. Read through the declaration form carefully and check the box against the ‘I Agree’ button.

Step 4 - Verification and Confirmation: Review all the details entered in the form. If there are any errors, click on the ‘Edit’ button to correct them. Once confirmed, click the 'Submit' button to proceed.

Step 5 - Pay Application Fee: Select the preferred mode of payment and pay the Karnataka PGCET registration fee based on the category selected while filling the form.

Step 6 – Save Confirmation: After completing fee payment, you will receive a confirmation. Save the same for future reference.

After completing above steps, your KEA PGCET Registration 2026 is complete.

Karnataka PGCET Fees 2026

Karnataka PGCET 2026 application fees is one of the most affordable MBA entrance exam fees in India. Karnataka PGCET 2026 Fees is Rs 650 for general category candidates and Rs 500 for reserved category candidates. 

Direct Link to Fill Karnataka PGCET Application Form 2026

KEA has released Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Link. Candidates can access the Karnataka PGCET registration from the link mentioned below:

Direct Link for Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Form: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026

Documents Required for Filling Karnataka PGCET Application Form

Candidates need to keep the following documents ready before filling Karnataka PGCET application form to register smoothly.

  • Class 10th mark sheet
  • Class 12th mark sheet
  • Graduation degree details
  • Scanned copy of passport-sized photograph
  • Scanned copy of signature
  • Scanned copy of left thumb impression
  • Government-approved ID proof
  • Email ID and Mobile Number (this cannot be changed later)
  • Bank details to pay Karnataka PGCET application fee
  • Category certificates (if required)
  • Choice of exam city (select from the list below)
Karnataka PGCET Exam Centers 2026

There are more than 30 centres in Karnataka where PGCET exam is conducted. Main centres are in Bangalore, Mysore, Belgaum, Mangalore and Udupi. Check complete list Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam centres. 

When registering for PGCET exam candidates should fill their preferred exam centre which is most convenient and closest to their house. 

Summary

In summary, Karnataka PGCET Registration 2026 last date to apply is April 30, 2026. Karnataka PGCET 2026 registration fee payment last date is May 5, 2026. To fill the Karnataka PGCET application form 2026, you need to first create a user account on the official KEA website. After receiving login credentials via email and SMS, you should log in and fill in academic details, upload required documents and pay registration fees. Check complete details in the above article. 

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