KCET Total Marks Subject Wise 2026 - KEA has published the KCET 2026 total marks subject wise at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates can find a breakdown as per the official subject-wise KCET 2026 total marks PDF on this page. The KCET exam will include questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Maths/ Biology subjects. The total and subject-wise marks have been mentioned in the KCET 2026 exam pattern. The KCET 2026 exam will be conducted for 180 marks. For subject-wise KCET total marks, go through the complete article.
The KCET 2026 exam dates are also out. The KCET 2026 will be conducted on April 23 and 24, 2026. While Kannada Language Test dates is April 22. Find below details on the KCET total marks and exam pattern for 2026.
Aspirants are advised to check the subject and chapter-wise weightage for KCET 2026 before beginning the exam preparation. The following table consists of the total marks of the KCET subject-wise. Candidates have the option to choose between Mathematics and Biology. The choice depends on the selected course. Physics and Biology are compulsory subjects. Apart from these, KEA conducts the Karnataka Language Test for those who are opting for Government seats under the Horanadu & Gadinadu Kannadiga clauses.
| Subject | KCET total marks subject-wise |
|---|---|
Physics | 60 |
Chemistry | 60 |
Mathematics | 60 |
KCET total marks | 180 |
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The authority released the KCET 2026 exam pattern on the official website. Candidates must go through the exam pattern to prepare for the KCET 2026 exam. The table is provided below for the reference of aspirants.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Examination Mode | Pen-paper-based exam |
Number of Sessions |
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Medium of Language | English or Kannada |
Exam Duration | 1 hour 20 minutes for each session |
Question Type | Objective (MCQs) with four options per question |
Total Number of Questions | 180 Questions |
Subject Wise Questions | Number of sections in KCET exam and questions per section-
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Marking Scheme | 1 mark for each correct answer. There is no negative marking in the exam. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
KCET pattern 2026, there will be 180 questions in total, each carrying 1 mark. There is no negative marking.
Each subject in KCET will consist of 60 marks each.
KCET 2026 exam timing is 10:30 am to 11:50 am and 2:30 pm to 3:50 pm.
The KCET 2026 exam date is out, The KCET 2026 will be conducted on April 23 and 24, 2026. While the Kannada Language Test dates is April 22.
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