The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the hall ticket for the Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2026, which is conducted for admission to Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programmes. Candidates who have successfully registered for this entrance examination can now download their admit cards through the official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
How to Access the Karnataka PGCET 2026 Hall Ticket
To download the Karnataka PGCET 2026 hall ticket, candidates need to provide their application number along with the first four letters of their name. The admit card is an essential document that must be carried to the examination centre.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Date and Timings
As per the official schedule released by KEA, the Karnataka PGCET 2026 examination will be conducted on June 14, 2026. The exam timings vary depending on the course:
- MBA: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- MCA: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Candidates are strongly advised to reach their designated examination centres well before the reporting time mentioned on their admit card to avoid any last-minute issues.
Step-by-Step Guide to Download Karnataka PGCET 2026 Hall Ticket
Follow these steps to download your admit card:
- Visit the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Click on the "Admissions" section available on the homepage.
- Select "PGCET-2026" from the list of available options.
- Click on the link titled "Karnataka PGCET 2026 Hall Ticket Download".
- Enter your application number and the first four letters of your name as registered.
- Click on the "Download" button to generate your hall ticket.
- Download the hall ticket and take a printout for future reference.
Details Mentioned on the Admit Card
Candidates must carefully verify all information printed on the hall ticket. The document includes the following details:
- Candidate's full name
- Registration number
- Roll number
- Photograph and signature
- Applied course (MBA or MCA)
- Category
- Examination date and time
- Examination centre address
- Reporting time
Important Exam-Day Instructions
On the day of the examination, candidates must carry a printed copy of the Karnataka PGCET 2026 hall ticket. Additionally, they need to bring a valid government-issued photo identity card. Acceptable ID proofs include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID Card
- PAN Card
- Passport
Failure to produce the required documents may result in denial of entry to the examination hall. It is advisable to keep all documents ready in advance.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Exam Pattern
The Karnataka PGCET 2026 will be conducted in offline mode using a pen-and-paper format. The examination will consist of 100 objective-type questions, each carrying one mark, for a total of 100 marks. Candidates will be given 120 minutes (2 hours) to complete the test. According to the marking scheme, one mark will be awarded for every correct answer, and there will be no negative marking for incorrect responses. This pattern allows candidates to attempt all questions without the fear of losing marks for wrong answers.
