Karnataka DCET 2026: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has started the Karnataka Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET) 2026 counseling today, July 21, 2026, from 11.00 am. Eligible diploma graduates and working professionals can submit their preferred colleges and courses through KEA’s official website.The entry-level approach is one that marks the next step in the path forward for engineering and construction programs. Candidates are advised to check the admission matrix, which was released on July 20, before filling their preferences. KEA allows candidates to make multiple choices, and allocate seats based on the order of preferences given during the counseling process.Karnataka DCET 2026: Counseling scheduleCandidates should identify the main events of the counseling and complete each session within the allotted time.
Entry methodsCandidates have to login using their DCET credentials, confirm the accommodation and select the colleges and branches according to their preferences. The mock results, scheduled for July 24, will allow candidates to review their allocations and change their choices before the final allocation of seats.• Direct link to go to the official websiteAfter Round 1, candidates will have to choose from four options-accept and cancel the offered seat, accept when they are eligible for promotion, refuse the seat while continuing the counseling, or leave the counseling process.Karnataka DCET 2026: Expected cut offThe official cut off for 2026 will be released after the seat allotment. However, previous admissions procedures can help candidates plan their preferences.
Main figures of DCET 2026According to the available data, 20,046 students appeared in the Karnataka DCET 2026. Only 247 candidates, representing about 1.18 percent of the examinees, scored 80 or more out of 100. The DCET ranks are arranged using a weighting system of 50:50, including the entrance exam score and six diplomas who obtained sixth grade diplomas. Later admission is given against 10 percent of admissions in AICTE accredited institutes.