The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2025 exam dates have been announced by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) through the official website, https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/. The KCET 2025 examination will be held on 16th April 2025 for Physics and Chemistry Papers and 17th April 2025 for Mathematics and Biology. The Kannada Language Test for Horanadu and Gadinadu will be conducted on the 18th of April 2025.
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 2025 Exam Date and Hall Ticket
The KCET 2025 examination will be conducted on the 16th and 17th April 2025 for every stream. The Kannada Language Test will be conducted on the 18th of April 2025. The candidates need to carry their KCET 2025 Admit Card to attend the KCET examination. you can download the KCET 2025 admit cards from the official website by entering the login credentials like the Candidate’s Application Number, Applicant Name, and Date of Birth.
KCET 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Registration and Filling of Application Online for KCET – 2025 | 23/01/2025 |
| Last Date to fill the Online application | 24/02/2025 |
| Last Date to pay the application fee online | 25/02/2025 |
| Downloading of Admit Card for KCET 2025 | 25/03/2025 |
| Exam Date of KCET 2025 | 16/04/2025 and 17/04/2025 (Wednesday and Thursday) for all streams |
| KCET 2025 Kannada Language Test | 18/04/2025 (Friday) |
| KCET 2025 Answer Key release date | The first week of June 2025 (Expected). Official notification yet to be released |
| KCET 2025 Counselling Dates | Starts between June and July 2025 (expected). Official notification yet to be released |
KCET 2025 Exam Timetable
| Subject | Date | Time |
| Mathematics | 17/04/2025 | Morning Session |
| Biology | 17/04/2025 | Afternoon Session |
| Physics | 18/04/2025 | 10.30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Chemistry | 19/04/2025 | 2.30 PM to 3.50 PM |
| Kannada Language Test (4th Standard Level) | 20/04/2025 | 11.30 AM to 12.30 AM |
KCET 2025 Exam Day Guidelines
The following guidelines are to be followed by the candidate on the day of their KCET 2025 examination:
- The candidate must carry a printout of their KCET 2025 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 2025 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 2025 exam date?
No, it is not possible to change the candidate’s KCET 2025 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 2025. The KCET Kannada Language Test paper will be of the 4th Standard Level.
3. Is there any negative marking for the KCET 2025 exam?
No, there is no negative marking in the KCET 2025 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 2025 exam?
The duration of the KCET 2025 exam is 80 minutes. The duration of the Kannada Language Test will be 1 hour.
