The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2024 exam dates have been announced by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) through the official website, https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/. The KCET 2024 examination will be held on 18th and 19th April 2024. The Kannada Language Test (4th Standard Level) will be conducted on the 20th of April 2024.
The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) examination is conducted once a year by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). This test acts as a gateway for the students entering into the undergraduate courses offered by the various institutions or colleges across the state.
KCET 2024 Exam Date and Hall Ticket
The KCET 2024 examination will be conducted on 18th and 19th April 2024 for every stream. The Kannada Language Test will be conducted on the 20th of April 2024. The candidates need to carry their KCET 2024 Admit Card to attend the KCET examination. you can download the KCET 2024 admit cards from 5th April 2024 through the official website by entering the login credentials like the Candidate’s Application Number, Applicant Name, and Date of Birth.
KCET 2024 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Registration and Filling of Application Online for KCET – 2024 | From 11 AM on 10/01/2024 |
| Last Date to fill the Online application | 01/04/2024 up to 11.59 PM (Monday) |
| Last Date to pay the application fee online | 01/04/2024 (Monday) |
| Downloading of Admit Card for KCET 2024 | 05/04/2024 (Friday) |
| Exam Date of KCET 2024 | 18/04/2024 and 19/04/2024 (Thursday and Friday) for all streams |
| KCET 2024 Kannada Language Test | 20/04/2024 (Saturday) |
| KCET 2024 Answer Key release date | The first week of June 2024 (Expected). Official notification yet to be released |
| KCET 2024 Counselling Dates | Starts between June and July 2024 (expected). Official notification yet to be released |
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KCET 2024 Exam Timetable
| Subject | Date | Time |
| Mathematics | 18/04/2024 | 2.30 PM to 3.50 PM |
| Biology | 18/04/2024 | 10.30 AM to 11.50 AM |
| Physics | 19/04/2024 | 10.30 AM to 11.50 AM |
| Chemistry | 19/04/2024 | 2.30 PM to 3.50 PM |
| Kannada Language Test (4th Standard Level) | 20/04/2024 | 11.30 AM to 12.30 AM |
KCET 2024 Exam Day Guidelines
The following guidelines are to be followed by the candidate on the day of their KCET 2024 examination:
- The candidate must carry a printout of their KCET 2024 Admit card to the examination center.
- Carry all the required documents along with the admit card like a Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhar Card, PAN card, Voter ID, or passport, etc).
- Reach the examination center before the reporting time mentioned in your KCET 2024 admit card.
- Carry all the necessary stationary items with you.
- The candidates are not allowed to carry any electronic devices, calculators, Smart Watches, or any prohibited items into the examination hall.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is it possible to change the candidate’s KCET 2024 exam date?
No, it is not possible to change the candidate’s KCET 2024 exam date.
2. Is the Kannada Language Test mandatory for all the candidates?
No, only the candidates belonging to the Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga categories are required to appear for the Kannada Language Test in KCET 2024. The KCET Kannada Language Test paper will be of the 4th Standard Level.
3. Is there any negative marking for the KCET 2024 exam?
No, there is no negative marking in the KCET 2024 exam. For every correct answer, the candidates will be awarded 1 mark. No mark will be given for an incorrect answer or an unanswered question.
4. How long is the duration of the KCET 2024 exam?
The duration of the KCET 2024 exam is 80 minutes. The duration of the Kannada Language Test will be 1 hour.
