The PGCET 2024 will be conducted in the 2^nd week of November 2024. The registration process will begin in the 2^nd week of October in 2024 which will continue till the last week of October 2024. The PGCCET (Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) for admission to PG courses such as MBA, MCA, M. Tech, and others in various government and private Universities in Karnataka.

The PGCET exams are designed to assess the candidates' knowledge and aptitude in their respective fields. The results are used to create merit lists, and admission is typically granted based on merit, ensuring that the most qualified candidates secure seats in postgraduate programs. Institutions using PGCET scores for admissions often strive to maintain high academic standards. The exam acts as a tool for selecting candidates who have the potential to excel in their chosen field of study.

PGCET 2024 – Highlights

PGCET 2024 – Important Dates

PGCET 2024 – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates appearing for the PGCET 2024 are required to fulfill certain eligibility criteria that are listed below.

For ME/ M. Arch/ M. Tech Courses:

• Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in either B. Tech or B. Sc. stream.
• Candidates should have a minimum aggregate of 50% (45% for the SC/ ST/ Category – I of Karnataka candidates).

For MBA Courses:

• Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Candidates should have a minimum aggregate of 50% (45% for the reserved candidates).
• Candidates appearing in their final exam in 2024 are also eligible.

For MCA Courses:

• Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Candidates should have a minimum aggregate of 50% (45% for the reserved candidates).
• Candidates are also required to have Mathematics as mandatory subjects with either Statistics or Computer Science.

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PGCET 2024 – Registration/Application Process

The registration and application process is conducted through online mode only and will begin in the 2^nd week of October 2024 and will continue till the last week of October 2024.

Step – 1: Candidates are required to visit the official and create a profile.

Step – 2: Candidates are then required to register themselves online through the website portal and follow the steps. After registration is done, candidates are then required to fill in the application form.

Step – 3: In the final step, candidates are then required to make the payment for the application form through offline mode.

Application Fee:

PGCET 2024 – Availing of Admit Card

Candidates appearing for the PGCET 2024 will be able to download their admit cards online. These admit cards will be available in the 2^nd week of November 2024. All the candidates should go through the details provided in their respective hall tickets/admit cards before appearing in the exam venue.

Candidates will be able to download their admit cards from the official website after submitting their application number and Date of Birth. Candidates are also advised to carry their valid ID cards in the entrance exam hall.

PGCET 2024 – Syllabus

The syllabus for PGCET 2024 is based on a variety of subjects such as – General Knowledge, Quantitative Analysis, and Solving Skills of Candidates. Following is the list of some of the subjects that are included in depth.

For Chemical Engineering:

For Civil Engineering:

For Computer Science & Engineering:

For Electrical Engineering:

PGCET 2024 – Exam Pattern

The exam will be conducted in offline mode with 100 MCQ-based questions in English language.

Time Limit: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Marking: For each correct answer a candidate will be given 1 mark, and there is no negative marking given.

PGCET 2024 – Results & Answer Keys

The PGCET 2024 results are expected to be declared in the month of December 2024, and candidates can check their results online through the official website. However, the candidates will be able to download the answer keys before the results are declared i.e., in the 2^nd week of November 2024.

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FAQs

Q1. When is the PGCET 2024 exam to be held in 2024?

Ans. The PGCET 2024 will be conducted in the 2^nd week of November 2024.

Q2. When will be the results for PGCET 2024 published?

Ans. The results for PGCET 2024 will be released in the month of December 2024 along with the answer keys.

Q3. How many questions are there in the PGCET 2024 exam?

Ans. There are a total of 100 MCQ based questions in English language mode.

Q4. What are the time limits given to the students for completing the PGCET 2024?

Ans. Candidates will be provided with a total time limit of 2 hours 30 minutes.

Q5. Is there any negative marking in PGCET 2024?

Ans. For each correct answer a candidate will be given 1 mark; however there is no negative marking given to the candidates for incorrect answers.