Karunya University has released the 2026 examination schedule for its Karunya Entrance Examination (KEE) and Karunya Management Aptitude Test (KMAT). The KEE, designed for BTech program admissions, and the KMAT, for MBA and MCA programs, will commence with Phase 1 exams on **January 10-11, 2026**.
The KEE assesses candidates’ science and mathematics knowledge. The KMAT evaluates business aptitude. The university offers multiple examination phases, allowing BTech candidates two chances to improve their scores and MBA/MCA candidates five opportunities throughout 2026.
KITS 2026 Exam Overview
Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences (KITS) conducts these entrance examinations for the 2025-26 academic year. Both the KEE and KMAT are administered in an online mode.
The KEE specifically targets admissions for Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programs. The KMAT is mandatory for students applying to Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programs.
The official university website, karunya.edu, provides further details for all prospective students.
KEE and KMAT 2026 Exam Schedule
Karunya University announced five distinct phases for the KITS 2026 examinations. BTech candidates can opt for either of the first two phases. MBA and MCA candidates can choose from any of the five available examination dates.
| Phase | Date(s) |
| Phase 1 | January 10 – 11, 2026 |
| Phase 2 | April 10 – 12, 2026 |
| Phase 3 | May 9 – 10, 2026 |
| Phase 4 | June 13 – 14, 2026 |
| Phase 5 | July 25 – 26, 2026 |
KEE and KMAT 2026 Exam Pattern
The KEE and KMAT have different structures and scoring methods. The KEE focuses on academic subjects, while the KMAT evaluates business and analytical skills.
KEE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Exam | Duration | Format | Marking Scheme | Sections |
| KEE 2026 | 3 hours | Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) | Correct: +3 marks, Incorrect: -1 mark | Mathematics/Biology: 35 questions Physics: 25 questions Chemistry: 25 questions English: 25 questions General Aptitude: 10 questions |
KMAT 2026 Exam Pattern
| Exam | Total Marks | Sections |
| KMAT 2026 | 100 total marks | Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: 30 marks Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning: 20 marks Quantitative Ability: 20 marks Indian and Global Business Environment: 30 marks |
Candidates preparing for either KEE or KMAT 2026 should review these patterns and adhere to the published schedule. For application procedures and further official announcements, students must consult the Karunya University website, karunya.edu.
