Karnataka PGCET 2025 – Important Dates and Timeline

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Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced the complete schedule for Karnataka PGCET 2025. Candidates planning to appear for the MBA, MCA, or ME/MTech entrance must keep track of the official deadlines to ensure timely registration and preparation.


Registration Dates For PGCET 2025

  1. Application Form Release: April 25, 2025
  2. The registration process began on April 25, 2025, through the official KEA portal.
  3. Original Deadline: May 10, 2025
  4. This was the standard deadline for most postgraduate courses including ME/MTech.
  5. Extended Deadline (MBA/MCA): May 19, 2025
  6. KEA extended the application window for MBA and MCA aspirants to accommodate more candidates.
  7. Correction Window: Within one week post-registration
  8. Candidates will be allowed to make limited edits to their application form for 2–3 days after the deadline.


Exam Dates

  1. Main Exam (MBA, MCA, others): May 31, 2025
  2. The exam will be conducted offline across various centers in Karnataka.
  3. ME/MTech (CSE): First week of July 2025
  4. The exact date will be announced separately for Computer Science streams.
  5. Exam Pattern:


  1. Duration: 120 minutes
  2. Total Questions: 100 MCQs
  3. Mode: Offline (OMR-based)


Result Timeline

  1. Answer Key: Within 7 days of exam
  2. KEA will release the provisional answer key for candidate reference.
  3. Objection Window: 2–3 days post-answer key release
  4. Candidates can raise objections online, if applicable.
  5. Result Declaration: By August 2025
  6. Based on past trends, results are expected in August.
  7. Rank Card: Released along with results
  8. The rank card will be used for counselling and admission procedures.


Counselling Schedule

  1. Counselling Registration: One week after result declaration
  2. A separate registration process is mandatory for counselling.
  3. Document Verification: As per the official schedule
  4. Candidates must report to the designated centers with original documents.
  5. Seat Allotment: Conducted in multiple rounds
  6. Allotment depends on rank, preferences, and seat availability.
  7. Admission Confirmation: After seat allotment
  8. Selected candidates must pay the admission fee and confirm their seats within the given deadline.


Application Guidelines

  1. Fee Payment:
  2. General: Rs 650
  3. Reserved Categories: Rs 500
  4. The fee must be paid online at the time of registration.
  5. Photo & Signature Upload:
  6. Upload scanned images in the prescribed size and format during the application process.
  7. Admit Card:
  8. Available 10–15 days before the exam. Download from the KEA website and verify all details.
  9. Reporting Time:
  10. As mentioned in the admit card. Late entries will not be allowed.


Course-Specific Timelines

  1. MBA/MCA:
  2. Last date to apply: May 19, 2025
  3. ME/MTech (Non-CSE):
  4. Application closes: May 10, 2025
  5. GATE-Qualified Candidates:
  6. Same registration and document upload timeline as regular applicants


Key Reminders for Candidates

  1. Check Official Website: Stay updated on changes or announcements by KEA
  2. Keep Documents Ready: Ensure all certificates and ID proofs are available in original and digital formats
  3. Meet Technical Requirements: Use a stable connection and updated browser for form filling and uploads
  4. Avoid Errors: Double-check details before final submission
  5. No False Entries: Forms with incorrect information will be rejected without notice


Help and Support

Candidates with doubts related to the exam dates or process can contact KEA through official channels. KEA regularly issues updates and notices for any schedule changes.

Set calendar reminders for every deadline to avoid last-minute delays or errors.

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