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Karnataka Common Entrance Test : Exam Date, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

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Updated At : Sep 12, 2025 11:47AM IST

The KCET 2025 answer key was released by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on 18 April 2025 on the official website. Candidates could download the provisional answer key for all subjects, including Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology, using their registration number and password. The answer key provided the correct answers to the questions asked in the exam held on 16 April and 17 April 2025. 

Candidates were allowed to challenge the provisional answer key by submitting objections and supporting documents until 22 April 2025, after which no further challenges were accepted. The final answer key was released on 25 April 2025, incorporating valid objections, and was published along with the KCET 2025 results. The answer key enabled candidates to estimate their scores before the official results were announced.

Event

Date

Release of KCET 2025 Notification

January 16, 2025

Start of Registration

January 23, 2025

Last Date for Registration

February 24, 2025

Last Date to Pay Application Fee

February 25, 2025

Admit Card Release

April 6–7, 2025

Kannada Language Test (Horanadu & Gadinadu only)

April 15, 2025

KCET Exam (Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Biology)

April 16–17, 2025

Release of Provisional Answer Key

April 18, 2025

Answer Key Objection Window

April 18–22, 2025

Final Answer Key Release

April 25, 2025

KCET Result Declaration

May 24, 2025

Offline Document Verification

May 5–15, 2025

Class 12 Marks Entry Link Activation

May 7, 2025

Step 1: Visit the official Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) website at kea.kar.nic.in. 

Step 2: Click on the “KCET 2025 Answer Key” link under the Admissions section.

Step 3: Select the subject-wise answer key you want to download (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology).

Step 4: The answer key PDF will open on your screen; review the correct answers provided.

Step 5: Download and save the PDF for future reference and to calculate your probable score by comparing your responses.

KCET 2025 Answer Key Marking Scheme

The KCET 2025 exam follows a straightforward marking scheme designed to evaluate candidates' knowledge. Each correct answer is awarded one mark, while no negative marking is applied for incorrect or unattempted questions.

Criteria

Marking Scheme

Marks for each correct answer

1 mark

Marks for each incorrect answer

0 (No negative marking)

Marks for unattempted questions

0

Marks for multiple answers to a question

0

Negative marking

None

Total questions (Physics, Chem, Math/Bio)

180 (60 per subject)

Frequently Asked Questions

It is the process where candidates’ original documents are checked to confirm eligibility for counselling and admission.

It takes place at designated KEA helpline centres across Karnataka.

You need your KCET admit card, scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets, caste/income certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents.

Yes, candidates must be present in person with original documents for verification.

You become eligible to participate in the KCET counselling and seat allotment process.

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