Karnataka PGCET 2025 Application Form: Eligibility, Syllabus, Last Date

The Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2025, conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA), is the gateway for candidates seeking admission into postgraduate programs such as MBA, MCA, M.Tech, ME, and M.Arch for the academic year 2025-26. The application window will open on April 25, 2025, and candidates can apply until May 10, 2025.

In this article, you’ll find complete details including eligibility criteria, important dates, application process, exam pattern, and fee structure.

Important Dates

Here are the key dates to keep in mind for Karnataka PGCET 2025:

Event	Date
Official Notification	April 25, 2025
Application Form Release	April 25, 2025
Last Date to Apply	May 10, 2025
Admit Card Release	July 2025
Exam for ME/MTech/M.Arch	May 31, 2025
Exam for MCA/MBA	June 22, 2025
Answer Key Release	July 2025
Objection Window	July 2025
Result Declaration	August 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the required eligibility conditions for their chosen course:

MBA

A recognized Bachelor’s degree (UGC approved) in any discipline.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/Category-I).

MCA

Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Computer Applications/Business Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level.
Institution must be recognized by UGC or AICTE.
Minimum qualifying marks: 50% (45% for reserved categories).

M.Tech / ME

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (BE/BTech) from an AICTE-approved institution.
50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/Category-I).

M.Arch

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (BArch) from an institution recognized by the Council of Architecture (COA).
Same minimum percentage requirement as above.

Age Limit: There is no age restriction for appearing in Karnataka PGCET 2025.

Application Fee

Candidates need to pay the application fee online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI:

Category	Fee
General/OBC	₹700
SC/ST/Category-I	₹500

Exam Pattern

Here’s how the PGCET 2025 exam will be structured for different programs:

MBA

Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
Total Questions: 100
Marking Scheme: +1 per correct answer, no negative marking
Sections:
- Proficiency in English – 25
- General Knowledge – 25
- Reasoning & Intelligence – 25
- Quantitative Analysis – 25

MCA

Mode: Offline
Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
Total Questions: 80
Marks: 100
Parts:
- Part A: 60 questions × 1 mark = 60 marks
- Part B: 20 questions × 2 marks = 40 marks
No negative marking

M.E. / M.Tech / M.Arch

Mode: Offline
Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
Total Questions: 75
Marks: 100
Parts:
- 50 questions × 1 mark = 50 marks
- 25 questions × 2 marks = 50 marks
Sections:
- Part A: VTU, UVCE, UBDTCE Courses
- Part B: Kuvempu and Mysore University Courses

All exams will be conducted in English only.

How to Apply for Karnataka PGCET 2025

Follow these steps to successfully submit your application:

Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
Click on “PGCET 2025 – Application Form”.
Register by entering basic details and creating a password.
Login using your generated Application Number and password.
Fill in the online form with personal, academic, and contact details.
Upload documents: Passport-sized photograph, signature, and left thumb impression (as per specifications).
Select your exam center preferences.
Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
Review the application and submit.
Download and print the confirmation page for your records.

Karnataka PGCET 2025 is a crucial opportunity for candidates aspiring for postgraduate studies in professional courses across Karnataka. Make sure to check all eligibility criteria, stay updated with deadlines, and apply well in advance to avoid last-minute rush.