How to Apply for KCET 2026: Complete KEA Portal Registration & Correction Guide

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If you are wondering:

  • How to apply for KCET 2026?
  • How to edit KCET application form?
  • What is the KEA portal login process?

This step-by-step guide explains the entire KCET 2026 application process.

Official Portal: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

Step-by-Step: How to Register for KCET 2026

Step 1: New Registration

Fill in:

Step 2: Mandatory Aadhaar Verification

Aadhaar-linked verification is compulsory in 2026. Your Aadhaar name must match your SSLC marks card exactly.

Step 3: Enter Personal & Academic Details

Fill In:

  • Mother tongue
  • Annual family income
  • Eligibility clause (A–O)
  • Category details

Step 4: Upload Required Documents (Max 50 KB, JPG/JPEG)

  • Photograph
  • Signature
  • Left thumb impression
  • Parent’s signature/thumb impression

Step 5: Fee Payment

Online (UPI, Net Banking, Card) or offline bank challan.

Step 6: Final Submission

Download and print confirmation page.

Must be attested for counseling use.

Application Fee Details
Category Fee (INR)
General Merit (Karnataka) 500
SC/ST/Category-1/All Females (Karnataka) 250
Outside Karnataka 750
NRI/Foreign/International 5,000

KCET 2026 Correction Window (Closes March 30)

Editable:

  • Course selection
  • Reservation claims
  • Academic details

Not Editable:

  • Registered mobile number
  • Email ID

No new registrations allowed during correction window.

Next Step: Now that your KCET 2026 registration is complete, focus on preparation.

Read: KCET 2026 Syllabus & Preparation Strategy