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Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET), also known as Karnataka Diploma Common Entrance Test
Conducted by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Source: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in · Updated 3 Oct 2026
3 hr
Duration
100
Total marks
2
Sections
100 Qs
Questions
INR 500 - 650
Application fee
Not announced yet
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| Category | Eligibility / relaxation |
|---|---|
| General | Criteria listed above |
| Not announced separately in the details we hold. Check the official notification. | |
| SC | Minimum 40% for candidates |
| ST | Minimum 40% for candidates |
| Application type | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | INR 650 |
| Category | INR 500 |
4 colleges accept DCET.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application form released | Mar 17, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | Apr 4, 2026 |
| Exam | May 23, 2026 |
| Result declared | Jul 17, 2026 |
| Round 1 /Web-option entry | Jul 21-24, 2026, with Seat Allotment Jul 27, 2026 |
| Mock Seat Allotment Result | Aug 6, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result | Sep 5, 2026 |
| Application type | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | INR 650 |
| Category | INR 500 |
DCET college predictor
We cannot estimate admission chances from a DCET result yet, because we do not hold enough data for it. Find Colleges can still match you to colleges using your marks, course and budget.
DCET previous year question papers
We are adding previous year papers for DCET. Until then, the exam body's official site is the best source for authentic papers.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline () |
| Duration | 3 hours (an additional 25 minutes given to fill in required details) |
| Total questions | 100 questions |
| Total marks | 100 marks |
| 1 mark awarded for each correct answer; No | |
| Sections | 2 sections -- Applied Mathematics and Applied Science. |
DCET mock tests
We are adding practice tests for DCET. Meanwhile, look for an official practice portal on the exam's website.
DCET books
Recommended books for DCET are being added. Ask Mimi or a counsellor for a suggested reading list.
Campus-wise and branch-wise cut-off figures are being added. Check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for the latest.
4 institutes accept DCET.
| # | Campus / Institute | Location | College page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CMR Institute of Technology Bangalore (BE Computer Science Engineering, Lateral Entry) | - | View college |
| 2 | CMR Institute of Technology Bangalore (BE Computer Science Engineering, Lateral Entry) | Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology and Management Bangalore (BE CSE, Lateral Entry) | View college |
| 3 | CMR Institute of Technology Bangalore (BE Computer Science Engineering, Lateral Entry) | KLS Gogte Institute of Technology Belagavi (BE CSE, Lateral Entry) | View college |
| 4 | CMR Institute of Technology Bangalore (BE Computer Science Engineering, Lateral Entry) | Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Engineering Dharwad (BE, Lateral Entry) -- engineering colleges of Karnataka offering lateral entry admissions | View college |
No ; 1 mark awarded for each correct answer.
3 hours (an additional 25 minutes given to fill in required details)
Apply online at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The Application Form tab has the step-by-step process and the registration link.
