KCET 2018 Topper Interview: Debarsho Sannyasi (Rank 3) say, “ KCET is all about speed & exam temperament”
‘A positive attitude will lead to a positive outcome’. This phase has been proven right for Debarsho Sannyasi. Securing the third position in KCET, Bellary boy Debarsho Sannyasi was initially shocked on knowing his result. On his success, Debarsho says that having a good exam temperament, preparation and time management has worked a lot. The lad wants to pursue CSE or Electrical Engineering from one of the old IIT’s. Careers360 caught with him to know more about his journey, preparation strategy, the motivation factors behind his success. Read the full interview of KCET 2018 topper Debarsho Sannyasi (Rank 3) here.

Careers360: Congratulations for your outstanding performance in KCET! What was your reaction upon knowing your rank?
Debarsho Sannyasi: Thank you very much. I was expecting a good result but didn’t expect 3rd rank. I am really happy and satisfied with this result.
Careers360:Tell us something about yourself. Which board have you studied under? Which school have you studied in?
Debarsho Sannyasi: I live in JSW Township , Toranagallu near Bellary. I studied in Jindal Vidya Mandir school in our township which is a CBSE school. I also attended Avanti Learning Centre classes for JEE preparation.
Careers360: What is your score in KCET? What is your state rank and category rank? Have you also appeared for any other entrance exams? What was your performance in them?
Debarsho Sannyasi: In KCET 2018 I bagged rank 3 in engineering (General). Talking about scores, in maths I scored 59, Chemistry 57 and 59 in Physics. Yes, I have appeared in other exams aswell. In JEE Main my rank was 425, JEE Advanced 585 rank and VITEEE: Rank 34.
Careers360: Why do you want to study engineering? When did you decided to study engineering? Which branch would you be interested in? Which college do you wish to apply for?
Debarsho Sannyasi: Technology is the backbone of development of our world and this inspires me to study engineering in future. I wish to study CSE or Electrical Engineering from any of the old IITs.
Careers360: When did you start your KCET preparation? Tell us something about your preparation strategy and daily routine for KCET?
Debarsho Sannyasi: I have not done any specific preparation for KCET. I only prepared for JEE Main and Advanced. KCET got covered in that. But I solved 5-6 past years KCET papers before the exams.
Careers360: Was there a difference in the preparation strategy in the last months of KCET and JEE Main considering that the board exams also are during this period? How did you manage preparation for both?
Debarsho Sannyasi: Syllabus of CBSE, IIT-JEE and KCET are almost the same. So I did not face much trouble. One to two months of preparation before CBSE Board Exams is enough for scoring good marks in KCET.
Careers360: Did you take coaching for KCET and if yes from where? What are the benefits of coaching according to you?
Debarsho Sannyasi: Yes, I had taken coaching from ‘Avanti Learning Centre’ which had a branch in our township itself. We get proper guidance for entrance exams in coaching classes. One needs proper training before appearing for these entrance exams which one might not get in schools as pattern and level of questions here are much different and difficult than CBSE Boards.
Careers360: Mock tests and sample papers – how extensively did you practise with the help of these? Do you think practising from the previous year papers help and how?
Debarsho Sannyasi: Surely, in any exam practicing from previous years papers is the best method of preparation. Through them we come to know about the pattern, difficulty of questions and learn to manage time accordingly.
Careers360: Are there any special books that you feel have helped with your KCET preparation? Are the school text books adequate for preparing for KCET and Class XII?
Debarsho Sannyasi: No, NCERT books are more than enough for KCET as well as CBSE class 12 Boards. I would advise specifically for KCET that one should work on improving speed.
Careers360: Which subject was the easiest and which was the toughest in KCET? What do you think is a tough thing to manage during the KCETexam?
Debarsho Sannyasi: Chemistry was the least time consuming and Maths was the most time consuming. Difficulty levels depend on the student. I felt Chemistry the most difficult as it contained strange questions. Time Management is the most difficult aspect of KCET. One should have a good plan.
Careers360: What do you think are the key factors behind your stupendous success in KCET?
Debarsho Sannyasi: I think in my case having good exam temperament, preparation and time management worked a lot.
Careers360: How did you de-stress yourself during the preparation? What are your hobbies? How often could you pursue them?
Debarsho Sannyasi: I used to play badminton 2 years ago, but left it due to study pressure and classes. I love listening to music. In my point of view, one must not study more than 2 hours at a stretch and if you are feeling sleepy, you should sleep and not study.
Careers360: Who is your ideal or biggest inspiration in life and why?
Debarsho Sannyasi: No specific inspiration. My teachers and parents always supported and guided me. They are a constant source of motivation for me.
Careers360: You know you are an inspiration to thousands of students across the country. Do you have any message for future aspirants on tackling the KCET exam?
Debarsho Sannyasi: I think KCET is all about speed and exam temperament. Improve them first by more and more practice strictly in the stipulated time. Don’t panic in between exams. Lastly, I would like to say all the very best to all the future aspirants.
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Questions related to KCET
Hi,i am going to attend the open round councelling for b.sc.agri under kcet.i have submitted the documents to gkvk college Bangalore.but,doubt is, whether i have to directly attend councelling or before the date the authority people send any message or something regarding the process?pls clarify🙏🙏
Hey!
In most of the counselling processes candidates do not recieve any notification or mail regarding the counselling. So, must keep yourself updated about the councelling schedule and must not wait for any mail or message. Visit official website of KCET counselling (KEA) to check the latest news.
Thankyou
i have submitted the documents for open round councelling of b.sc.agriculture under kcet but forgot to submit birth certificate.can i submit it during actual councelling on 1st Feb or might it cause any problem?pls guide me.
Don't worry about the matter.You can show and submit your date of birth certificate during the official counseling.Although keep checking your email as they might ask you to provide beforehand.If they will ask then you can submit and if not then you can provide at the date of counseling.Either ways there wont be any big issue with that.
Goodluck.
I am studying Bangalore since 2nd standard ( 2009 ). Do I need domicile certificate to appear for KCET? If yes, from where I need to collect? School has issued study certificate. does it suffice the need to fill up registration form for KCET?
Here's basic eligibility criteria for appearing in KCET :
Educational Qualifications
- Candidates must have passed their class 12/PUC examination. Candidates who have appeared in their class 12/PUC examination in 2021 and waiting for their result can also apply for KCET 2021.
- Candidates who have passed their qualifying examination/class 12/PUC from Karnataka State Open University are NOT eligible to apply for KCET 2021
- Candidates must have Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects in their class 12 along with Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Biology/ Electronics/ Computer Science as optional subjects with English as one of the languages of study
- Candidates must have obtained an aggregate minimum of 45% marks in the optional subjects in the qualifying examination (40% in case of SC, ST, Category-I and OBC (2A, 2B, 3A and 3B) category candidates)
Now, given above is a basic eligibility criteria but there is a different eligibility criteria for securing a seat in government seats.
- Candidate should have studied in one or more Government or Government recognised educational institutions located in the State of Karnataka for a minimum period of SEVEN academic years commencing from 1st standard to 2nd PUC / 12th standard as on 1st July 2021 and must have appeared and passed either SSLC / 10th standard or 2nd PUC / 12th standard examination from Karnataka State.
- Candidates should have studied and passed either 1st and 2nd year Pre-University Examination or 11th and 12th standard examination within the State of Karnataka from an Educational Institution run or recognized by the State Government and that either of the parents should have studied in Karnataka for a minimum period of SEVEN years.
- Candidate who is son or daughter of defence personnel who has worked continuously in Karnataka for a minimum period of one year in Karnataka during the Two year period of study of candidates in PUC / 11th and 12th Standard course.
- Wards of serving or retired employee in Central Armed Police Force Service, whose parents at the time of joining the CAPF Service (Central Armed Police Force) had mentioned that his/her home town was in Karnataka, has to submit proof of his/her domicile from the Record Office of the CAPF Unit where the Parents service record is maintained. In this category, the candidates must have cleared the qualifying examination from a recognised University or Board or any other institution located anywhere in India.
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I hope this helps.
Do I need to clear KCET to get admission to B pharmacy in KLE college of pharmacy,Hubli??
Hi
No, you don't need to qualify KCET for getting admission in KLE college of pharmacy,Hubli.
This is because,
KLE college of pharmacy,Hubli conduct its own entrance examination for providing admission in B Pharma called KLEU AIET.
You can get detailed information about it by visiting our page the link for the same is provided below
https://pharmacy.careers360.com/articles/kleu-aiet
If I tell you about eligibility criteria for B Pharma in KLE college of pharmacy,Hubli then general criteria is that to be eligible you should be either appearing for your 12th board examination or you should have already passed it with at least a minimum of 45% with Chemistry, physics as compulsory subjects along with any one of the following subjects listed below
-) Mathematics
-) biology
-) Computer Sciences
-) Biotechnology
-) Technical vocational subject.
For those belonging to reserved category a minimum of 40% is required in 12th/ qualifying examination is required.
You can get complete eligibility criteria by visiting our page the link for the image provided below
https://www.careers360.com/colleges/kle-university-college-of-pharmacy-belgaum/bpharma-course
If you have any other doubt then you can always reach us to clear them :) we are always available to help you out and guide you
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did the neet registration date ara announced?? also for Kcet??
No the registration dates of neet 2021 have not been released yet. However it is expected that the registration process would start in past week of January. Students are advised to keep an eye on the official website. Same is the case with kcet 2021 registration dates and it is also expected to start in last week of January.
For more info you can visit the following links:
https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/neet-application-form
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/kcet