The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) extended the KCET 2026 application fee payment deadline to March 7 . Students who registered for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test can now pay their fees on the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
KCET 2026 Fee Payment Extended
The fee payment window was originally set to close on March 3. The extension aims to accommodate students amidst ongoing festivals and board examinations.
Registration for KCET 2026 concluded on February 27. Only those who completed registration by this date are eligible to pay the application fee.
Application Fee Details
Fees vary based on candidate category and origin.
| Category | Fee Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 500 |
| SC/ST | 250 |
| Students from outside Karnataka | 750 |
| Students from outside India | 5,000 |
KCET 2026 Exam Schedule
The KCET exam is for admission to engineering, architecture, and pharmacy courses.
The Kannada language exam is scheduled for April 22, 2026 .
Exams for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics will be held on April 23 and 24, 2026 .
Exam Mode and Locations
KCET 2026 will be administered offline using pen and paper.
Examination centers are located in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Vijayapura, and Mangaluru districts.
Application Form Corrections
The window for correcting submitted KCET 2026 application forms is currently open. Candidates can make changes until March 30, 2026 .
Corrections can include personal details, academic information, and course selections.