The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will release the KCET 2026 admit card around April 10, 2026 . The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is scheduled for April 23 and 24, 2026 . Only registered candidates who paid fees will receive this document. The admit card is required for entry to exam centers.
Candidates can download the admit card from the official KEA websites: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea or kea.kar.nic.in . Look for the download link under the 'Latest Announcements' section.
To download the admit card, applicants need their KCET application number and date of birth. They can also use a special password. After logging in, students must verify all details on the admit card. This includes their name, photograph, exam center, and the timings for each subject.
Any discrepancies found on the admit card should be reported immediately to the KEA helpdesk. Candidates are advised to download multiple color printouts of the admit card. A physical copy of the admit card and a valid photo ID are necessary for exam hall entry.
How to Download KCET 2026 Admit Card
Follow these steps to access your KCET 2026 admit card:
- Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea .
- Locate the 'KCET 2026 Admission Card Download' link in the latest announcements.
- Enter your application number and date of birth.
- Click the submit button to view your admit card.
- Check all personal and exam details for accuracy.
- Download the PDF and print several color copies.
KCET 2026 Exam Schedule
The KCET 2026 exam will be conducted offline. The schedule is as follows:
| Date | Day | Morning Session (10:30 AM - 11:50 AM) | Afternoon Session (2:30 PM - 3:50 PM) |
| April 22, 2026 | Wednesday | Kannada Language Test (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM) | — |
| April 23, 2026 | Thursday | Physics | Chemistry |
| April 24, 2026 | Friday | Mathematics | Biology |
