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Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2025 ( KCET )

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KCET Cutoff 2024: Karnataka Examinations Authority has released the KCET 2024 cutoff at the official website. Candidates can check the KCET cutoff after each round of the counselling process from cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The cutoff of KCET 2024 is released separately for general and Hyderabad/Karnataka region. KCET cutoff 2024 is released separately for all the courses and colleges. KCET 2024 cutoff incorporates the opening and closing ranks based on which admissions are offered in colleges of Karnataka.

Candidates securing a rank within the set KCET 2024 opening and closing ranks will be preferred for counselling and seat allotment. Candidates with ranks below the set KCET cutoff will not be considered for admission. The candidate needs to check the KCET cutoff 2024 and understand what score is required for admission. Only those candidates who secure a rank which is above or equal to the KCET cutoff will be allowed for admission. For more details about the KCET cutoff 2024, candidates can refer to the article below.
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Q:   My marks are 258 in PCM. What should be my score in KCET to get a good ranking?

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To determine how much you need to score in KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) to achieve a good ranking, it's important to understand the scoring system and the performance of other test takers in the exam. The KCET exam is scored out of a total of 180 marks. The final ranking depends on various factors, including the number of candidates appearing for the exam, their scores, and the difficulty level of the paper. The exact cutoff scores and rankings can vary from year to year. To estimate the score you need to achieve a good ranking, you can follow these general steps: 1. Research previous years' cutoffs: Look for previous years' KCET cutoff scores and rankings. This information can give you a rough idea of the scores required for different rankings. 2. Analyze your target colleges: Identify the colleges or courses you are interested in and research the previous years' cutoff ranks for those institutions. This will help you understand the competitive landscape and the scores needed for admission. 3. Assess your competition: Consider the number of students appearing for the KCET exam and their performance in the past. This will give you an idea of the overall competitiveness of the exam and the scores needed for a good ranking. 4. Aim for a high score: To secure a good ranking, it is generally advisable to aim for a score higher than the previous year's cutoff scores. This ensures that you have a better chance of securing admission in your desired college or course. 5. Prepare strategically: Devote sufficient time and effort to your exam preparation. Focus on strengthening your weak areas, practicing previous years' question papers, and taking mock tests to familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and improve your speed and accuracy. Remember that the actual cutoff scores and rankings can only be determined after the KCET results are announced. It's important to stay updated with official notifications, visit the KCET website regularly, and refer to credible sources for accurate and the most recent information regarding KCET rankings and cutoffs. Additionally, consult with career counselors or coaching centers specializing in KCET preparation to get personalized guidance based on your specific circumstances and goals.
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Q:   My score is 299/300 in PCM. How much should I score in KCET to get a rank below 5000?

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The Karnataka Common Entrance Test KCET is conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) for admission to various undergraduate programs in colleges within the state of Karnataka. The cutoff marks required to achieve a rank below 5000 in KCET can vary from year to year based on the difficulty level of the exam, the number of applicants, and the overall performance of candidates. Since the KCET rank is determined by a combination of marks obtained in PCM Physics Chemistry Mathematics) subjects, it's challenging to provide an exact score requirement to achieve a rank below 5000. The cutoff scores for a particular rank can only be determined after the examination results are released and the official cutoff ranks are published by the KEA. However, with a PCM score of 299 out of 300, you have an excellent academic performance, and it puts you in a strong position to secure a good rank in KCET. To further increase your chances of achieving a rank below 5000, it is advisable to prepare thoroughly for the KCET exam, understand the exam pattern, and solve previous years' question papers to get an idea of the level of difficulty. Additionally, maintain a consistent study routine, focus on strengthening your conceptual understanding of the subjects, and practice solving problems within the given time frame. This will help you perform well in the exam and increase the likelihood of achieving a desirable rank. It's important to note that the KCET cutoffs can vary each year, so it is recommended to keep an eye on the official KCET website and refer to the cutoff ranks released by KEA after the examination to have a more accurate understanding of the score required to achieve a rank below 5000.
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Q:   Which are the top engineering colleges accepting KCET scores?

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Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET cutoff online at the official website. Applicants who appeared in the exam can use KCET college predictor to check their expected colleges on the basis of their score/rank. A list of top engineering colleges in Karnataka accepting KCET 2023 score are given below.  

  • Visvesvaraya Technological University 

  • Ramaiah Institute of Technology 

  • R.V. College of Engineering 

  • BMS College of Engineering 

  • NMAM Institute of Technology 

  • PES University 

  • Siddaganga Institute of Technology 

  • CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore 

  • JSS Science and Technology University 

https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/ranking/top-engineering-colleges-in-karnataka-accepting-kcet/44-2-106-0-6611

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Q:   When will the results of the KCET exam be declared?

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Karnataka Examination Authority will release the KCET 2025 results online at the official website. KEA KCET results will be available on kea.kar.nic.in. Applicants who appeared in the exam can check their KCET 2025 results through their user ID and password.

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KCET Cutoff 2024

Karnataka Examinations Authority has released the KCET 2024 cutoff at the official website. Applicants can check the cutoff of KCET 2024 after the conclusion of each round of counselling process. For more details, candidates can refer to the table given below.  

Rounds  

Region  

Cutoff  

Round 2  Provisional

General  

Download Here 

Hyderabad Karnataka   

Download Here 

Round 1  

General  

Download Here 

Hyderabad Karnataka   

Download Here

Mock Round 2

General Download Here

Hyderabad Karnataka   

Download Here

Mock Round 1

General

Download Here 

Hyderabad Karnataka   

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Q:   Who releases KCET cutoff scores?

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Karnataka Examination Authority releases KCET 2023 cutoff online at the official website. Applicants will be able to check the KCET cutoff after each counselling round. Applicants looking for admission to various courses are advised to refer to the previous year cutoff to check their admissions chances. The cutoff of KCET will be released in the form of opening and closing ranks. The exam authority releases the KCET cutoff in the form of PDF at the official website.  

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Q:   What is the cutoff for KCET 2023?

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Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET cutoff 2023 online at the official website. The cutoff of KCET is the minimum marks required by candidates to qualify for the exam. KEA KCET cutoff is released separately for general merit and Hyderabad Karnataka region. The exam authority releases the KCET 2023 cutoff after each counselling round. Candidates have to get rank equal to or less than the cutoff marks to reserve admission in the participating institute. KCET cutoff will be released in the form of PDF.  

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Factors Determining KCET Cutoff 2024

The cut off for KCET 2024 is determined on the basis of various factors including the number of appearing candidates, seat matrix and reservation. The following factors will be responsible for determining KCET 2024 cut off.  

  • Difficulty of the KCET question paper.  
  • Number of applicants appearing for the KCET examination.  
  • Number of available seats.  
  • Performance of the applicants in all sections of the KCET 2024 exam 
  • Seats for reserved category.  
  • Average marks secured by the applicants in the exam. 

Q:   How to prioritize colleges during option entry in KCET?

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Karnataka Examinations Authority will commence the KCET 2025 choice filling at the official website. Applicants are advised to consider all the factors before completing the choice filling process. At the time of KCET counselling choice filling, applicants have to fill preferred course and choices. The factors candidates should keep in mind while choice filling is given below.  

  • College Infrastructure 

  • Previous year cutoff 

  • Faculty 

  • Placement records 

  • Location of institute 

  • Hostel facilities 

  • Academic records 

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Q:   What are the factors which determine KCET cutoff?

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Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET cutoff at the official website. KCET 2023 cutoff is released based on various factors. The factors which determine the KCET cutoff are mentioned below.  

  • Difficulty of the KCET question paper.  

  • Number of applicants appearing for the KCET examination.  

  • Number of available seats.  

  • Performance of the applicants in all sections of the KCET 2023 exam.  

  • Seats for reserved category.  

  • Average marks secured by the applicants in the exam. 

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KCET Previous Year Cutoff

B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering in New Horizon College : KCET 2024 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)Accordion Icon V3
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering in New Horizon College : KCET 2024 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
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NHCE Bangalore - New Horizon College of Engineering8981903415834
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering in GITAM University : KCET 2024 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)Accordion Icon V3
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering in GITAM University : KCET 2024 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
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GITAM School of Technology, Bengaluru435774513064268
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) : KCET 2024 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)Accordion Icon V3
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Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) : KCET 2024 Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
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BMS College of Architecture– / –– / –60
RV College of Architecture– / –– / –88
PES University– / –– / –195
Wadiyar Centre For Architecture– / –– / –288
Mysore School of Architecture– / –– / –356
BMS School of Architecture– / –– / –375
Sir M.V. School of Architecture– / –– / –442
Acharya's NRV School of Architecture– / –– / –465
BLDEA’s V. P. Dr. P. G. Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology– / –– / –465
KLS Gogte Institute of Technology, Belagavi– / –– / –466
School of Architecture, CMR University– / –– / –481
East West School of Architecture– / –– / –481
SJB School of Architecture and Planning– / –– / –483
Siddaganga Institute of Technology– / –– / –495
Impact School of Architecture– / –– / –495
Dayananda Sagar Academy Of Technology And Management (DSATM)– / –– / –498
Gopalan School of Architecture and Planning– / –– / –500
Reva University– / –– / –502
Srinivas Institute of Technology, Srinivas Group of Colleges– / –– / –502
University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering, Bangalore University– / –– / –503
KLE Technological University– / –– / –503
PDA College of Engineering– / –– / –505

Q:   Is KCET cutoff released separately for general merit and Karnataka Hyderabad region?

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Yes, Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET cutoff separately for general merit and Karnataka Hyderabad region. Applicants from Karnataka region will be provided with a special reservation at the time of admissions. Candidates from outside of Karnataka will be put in the general merit category. The cutoff of KCET will be available in online mode only. Candidates will be able to check KCET 2023 cutoff after each round of counselling process.  

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Q:   What if two candidates score the same marks in Karnataka UGCET result?

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Karnataka Examination Authority has released the KCET 2025 results online at the official website. In case two or more candidates score the same marks in the KCET exam then KEA opts for tie-breaking formula. The tie-breaking formula for KCET is given below. 

  • The marks secured in Biology / Mathematics will be considered BTech and other courses.    

  • If the tie still persists then the marks obtained by the candidates in Chemistry / Physics will be considered. BTech and other courses.  

  • If tie still persists then the marks obtained in specific subjects in the qualifying exam will be considered.  

  • If still the tie is not broken, then the candidate's age will be taken into consideration. The candidate with higher age will be assigned a higher rank. 

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KCET Result 2024

Karnataka Examinations Authority has released the KCET 2024 result on the official website. Applicants appearing for the exam can check KCET results through the registration number and the first four characters of their name. Applicants declared qualified based on KCET result 2024 are eligible for the counselling process. 

Q:   How can I check KCET exam results?

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Karnataka Examination Authority has released the KCET 2024 results at the official website. Applicants appearing in the exam can refer to the steps given below to check KCET result 2024. 

  1. Visit the KEA KCET official website - kea.kar.nic.in. 

  1. Click on the UG CET 2023 tab from the homepage. 

  1. Now click on the direct link to check the KCET result 2024. 

  1. Enter the required user ID and password in the required fields.  

  1. The scorecard of the KCET exam will appear in the exam. 

  1. Download the KCET UG CET results for future reference.  

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KCET Cutoff 2024 FAQs

Candidates can check KCET 2024 cutoff FAQs from below. 

Q:   I got 93% in 12th. What should be my score to clear KCET? I want to pursue BVSC course.

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You must pass the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test), which is administered by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA), in order to enroll in the BVSC (Bachelor of Veterinary Science) programme in Karnataka. For general category candidates, the cutoff score is 50%, whereas for candidates in reserved categories, it is 40%. However, the minimum scores required for admission to the BVSC programme in various colleges varies depending on the number of applicants, the number of seats available, and the exam's level of difficulty. The exact score you need to pass the KCET and get a spot in a BVSC college with a 93% average in 12th grade is difficult to determine. However, you can improve your chances of enrolling in a reputable BVSC college in Karnataka if you continue to study hard for the KCET and achieve a score above the cutoff mark.
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The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is not required to get admitted to H.M.S Institute of Technology's B.E./B.Tech programs. Direct admission is usually permitted by the institute through management quota or other entrance tests that are approved by the institution. For comprehensive informati

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KCET cutoff will vary every year in different aspects such as applicants applied, seats availability, or course demand of East West Group of Institutions, Magadi Road. The ranks are higher while taking such popular courses in the admission process like Computer Science Engineering and Artificial Int

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Yes, you can get admission to the B.E. / B.Tech course at East West Group of Institutions, Magadi Road, without KCET through management quota or COMEDK. Admission through COMEDK requires you to appear for the COMEDK UGET exam, and the eligibility criteria may vary based on the course and category. F

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