KCET 2025 Application Form (Closed): Check Exam Details, Important Documents & Fees

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has closed KCET 2025 registration window on February 24, 2025. The KCET 2025 application form is available on the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Applicants must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before proceeding with the registration. While filling out the KCET application form, candidates will need to provide their personal details, communication address, and educational qualifications, upload the required documents, and pay the registration fee.

The last date to submit the KCET 2025 application form with a late fee is February 25, 2025. The registration process began on January 23, 2025. The KCET 2025 exam will be conducted from April 16 to 17, 2025, and the Kannada language test will take place on April 18, 2025.

KCET 2025 Registration Dates

The important dates concerning the KCET 2025 registration are listed in the table below:

KCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

As per the KCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria, candidates must be citizens of Karnataka and should have passed the 12th standard (2nd PUC) or an equivalent examination with English as one of the compulsory subjects. They must have secured a minimum of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics / Biology / Biotechnology / Computer Science combined. 

For SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates, a relaxation of 5% is provided, meaning they require a minimum of 40% marks in the qualifying subjects. Applicants should have completed 17 years of age by December 31, 2025. There is no upper age limit for appearing in KCET 2025.

Step-by-Step KCET 2025 Registration Process

Here's a detailed step-by-step guide to help you through the KCET 2025 application process:

Registration: The first step is to visit the official KEA website (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) and click on the "New User? Click Here for KCET registration 2025" link. You will need to provide personal details, including your name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number, and create a password. Once registered, you will receive an application number and user ID via email and SMS.

Filling the Application Form: After registration, log in using your credentials to complete the application form. You will need to provide detailed information such as your personal details, educational qualifications, and communication information. You will also need to select your preferred exam centers during this stage.

Uploading Documents: You are required to upload scanned copies of several documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph (5 to 40 KB), your signature (5 to 40 KB), your left thumb impression (5 to 40 KB), and your parent’s signature or thumb impression (5 to 40 KB). Ensure that all files are in JPG or JPEG format and meet the specified size requirements.

Payment of Application Fee: The application fee varies depending on your category:

• General candidates: ₹500
• SC/ST/CAT-1 candidates: ₹250
• Candidates who studied outside Karnataka: ₹750
• Applicants from outside India: ₹5,000

You can make the payment online using net banking, credit or debit cards, or via an offline bank challan.

Final Submission: Before final submission, double-check all the information provided in your application. After ensuring that everything is correct, submit the form. It is important to print a copy of your application form for future reference.

List of Documents Required for KCET 2025 Registration Form

Here is a list of documents required for the KCET 2025 registration form and application process:

• A recent passport-sized photograph with a white background.
• Scanned signature of the candidate.
• Scanned image of the left thumb impression of the candidate.
• Scanned signature or left thumb impression of the candidate's parent/guardian.
• A copy of the marksheet from your 10th-grade examination for proof of date of birth.
• A copy of the marksheet from your 12th-grade (Pre-University College) examination, showing the subjects studied.
• SC/ST/CAT-1 candidates need to provide their caste certificate issued by the competent authority in Karnataka.
• An income certificate issued by the competent authority if you belong to an economically weaker section (EWS) or if you are claiming benefits based on income.
• For candidates from Karnataka, proof of residency or a domicile certificate may be required.
• Though not mandatory, the Aadhaar card may be used for identity verification purposes.
• If you studied outside Karnataka, you may be required to provide an eligibility certificate from a recognized board or university.
• Candidates who claim rural status must upload a rural status certificate.
• Any other documents specified by KEA based on your category or eligibility (e.g., proof of Kannada medium, if applicable).

KCET 2025 Application Correction Window

The KCET 2025 Application Correction Window will allow candidates to make necessary corrections to their application forms after submission. This window is typically provided to ensure that any mistakes in the details entered during the application process can be rectified before the final submission and the subsequent steps.

Steps to Make Corrections in the KCET 2025 Application Form

Candidates must follow a specific process to make corrections to the KCET 2025 application form. Here’s how you can correct your details:

Access the Correction Portal

• Go to the official KEA website: kea.kar.nic.in.
• Navigate to the KCET 2025 section and locate the link for the "Application Correction" portal.

Login to Your Account

• Enter your KCET application number and password that was created during the initial registration process.
• This will give you access to your submitted application form.

Make Necessary Corrections

• Once logged in, you can proceed to edit the details that are allowed to be corrected.
• The application form contains several sections, such as personal details, contact information, educational qualifications, exam preferences, and so on. The correction window allows candidates to edit or update several of these details.

Review and Confirm the Changes

• After making corrections, review all the fields to ensure the accuracy of the information.
• Double-check the details to avoid any further errors, as after the correction window closes, no further changes will be permitted.

Submit the Corrected Application

• Once you have verified all corrections, submit the updated application.
• Make sure to download and save a copy of the corrected application form for your records.

Details that Can Be Corrected in the KCET 2025 Application Correction Window

Not all fields in the KCET 2025 application form can be edited. Here are the fields that are generally allowed for correction:

• Personal Information: Name, father’s/mother’s name, date of birth, gender, and nationality can be corrected if there are errors.
• Educational Details: Changes in marks, qualifications, and board/stream info can be updated.
• Reservation Category: Incorrect category selection (General, OBC, SC/ST) can be corrected.
• Address and Contact: Errors in communication address, email, or phone number can be updated.
• Course Preferences: Incorrect course or college selections can be changed.
• Documents Upload: Candidates can update/upload corrected documents (e.g., photograph, signature, category certificate).
• Examination Center: Incorrect exam center choices can be modified.

How to Recover Your KCET 2025 Login Password?

If you have forgotten your KCET 2025 login password, follow these steps to recover it:

Visit the Official KCET Website: Go to the official Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) website: https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

Click on 'Login': On the homepage, look for the login section and click on the "Login" button.

Select 'Forgot Password': Below the login fields, you will see a "Forgot Password" link. Click on it.

Enter Required Details: You will be asked to enter details like:

• Your Application Number
• Date of Birth
• Security Code (as shown on the screen)

Submit the Details: After entering the correct details, click on the "Submit" button.

Receive Reset Link: Once your details are verified, a password reset link will be sent to your registered email ID or mobile number.

Reset Your Password: Open the email or SMS and click on the link to reset your password. Enter a new, strong password and confirm it.

Log in with a New Password: After resetting your password, you can log in to the KCET portal with your new credentials.

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