The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has rescheduled the Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA and MCA examinations to June 14, 2026 (revised from the originally planned May 24 date). The admit card for these two programmes is now expected to be released on June 8, 2026 at the official KEA portal @kea.kar.nic.in or @cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The MEd and MTech admit cards were released earlier for the May 23 exam date.
The Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test is conducted by KEA for admission to MBA, MCA, MEd, MTech, and MArch programmes at government and private colleges across Karnataka.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA and MCA Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MBA and MCA Exam Rescheduled | June 14, 2026 |
| MBA and MCA Admit Card Expected | June 8, 2026 |
| Exam Timing | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Admit Card Portal | kea.kar.nic.in |
| Result (Expected) | August 2026 |
How to Download Karnataka PGCET Hall Ticket
- Visit @kea.kar.nic.in or @cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
- Click on the PGCET 2026 Admit Card link
- Log in using your Application Number and Password
- Download and print the hall ticket
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
- Printed PGCET admit card (hard copy mandatory)
- One valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, Driving Licence)
- No electronic devices permitted inside the exam hall
Why the MBA and MCA Exam Was Rescheduled
KEA announced the revision of the MBA and MCA exam date on May 14, 2026, through its official X handle due to administrative and logistical reasons. The MTech exam on May 23 was conducted as originally planned and its hall ticket was released prior to that date.
Karnataka PGCET results and counselling are expected in August 2026, through which seats in 200 plus MBA and MCA colleges across the state will be filled.
