KCET Exam Pattern
KCET 2026: Exam Pattern. Historical-cycle information; retain the stated verification limits.
KCET 2026 exam pattern
| Pattern item | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode / language | OMR; English or Kannada |
| Physics | 60 questions, 60 marks; 80 minutes |
| Chemistry | 60 questions, 60 marks; 80 minutes |
| Mathematics | 60 questions, 60 marks; 80 minutes |
| Engineering total | 180 questions, 180 marks across three papers |
| Scoring | +1 correct; no negative marking |
| Kannada language test | Separate, where the claimed eligibility clause requires it |
Each subject has its own sitting. The 80-minute duration is per paper, not the duration of all three engineering papers together.
Exam at a Glance
- Admission LevelUndergraduate engineering admissions in Karnataka
- Conducting AuthorityKarnataka Examinations Authority
- Exam CategoryUndergraduate Engineering