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Karnataka PGCET 2027 Overview

The Karnataka PGCET 2027 (Post Graduate Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to postgraduate programmes, including MBA, MCA, M.E. and M.Tech at participating institutions across Karnataka. The exam assesses candidates' aptitude and subject knowledge for admission to eligible postgraduate courses.

Karnataka PGCET 2027: Highlights

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2027

Exam Level

State Level

Conducting Authority

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)

Exam Category

Postgraduate Entrance Examination

Courses Offered

MBA, MCA, M.E. M.Tech

Academic Session

2027–2028 (expected)

Exam Mode

Offline (OMR-based), based on the previous pattern

Question Type

Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Questions

100 (based on the previous pattern)

Total Marks

100 (based on the previous pattern)

Exam Duration

120 minutes (based on the previous pattern)

Negative Marking

No negative marking in the 2026 pattern; confirm in the 2027 notification

Application Mode

Online

Counselling Mode

Online, as per KEA schedule

Note: Examination details are based on the latest available cycle and may change when KEA releases the official Karnataka PGCET 2027 notification.

Karnataka PGCET 2027 Important Dates (Tentative)

Event

Expected Date

Official Notification Release

March–April 2027

Application Form Begins

March–April 2027

Last Date to Apply

April–May 2027

Admit Card Release

May–June 2027

M.E/ M.Tech Entrance Exam

May–June 2027

MBA and MCA Entrance Exam

June 2027

Answer Key Release

June–July 2027

Result Declaration

August 2027 (tentative)

Counselling and Seat Allotment

September 2027 onwards

Who Should Apply for Karnataka PGCET 2027?

Candidates seeking admission to MBA, MCA, M.E. or M.Tech programmes at participating Karnataka institutions can consider applying, provided they meet the eligibility requirements for their chosen course. Eligibility, minimum qualifying marks, domicile conditions and admission procedures vary by programme and institution.

Why Is Karnataka PGCET Important?

  • Provides an admission route to postgraduate programmes at participating institutions in Karnataka.

  • Offers opportunities for MBA and MCA aspirants seeking professional qualifications.

  • Uses course-specific question papers to assess candidates' aptitude or technical knowledge.

  • Supports merit-based admissions and seat allotment through the KEA process.

Important: Candidates should refer to the official KEA notification for confirmed dates, eligibility, syllabus, examination pattern, application fees and counselling rules for 2027.