DCET Admit Card 2026 Released: Download Karnataka Diploma CET Hall Ticket

Karnataka Examinations Authority — Department of Higher Education, Karnataka

Rajesh Kumar Sharma
By Rajesh Kumar Sharma • 19 May 2026
Admit Card 📍 Karnataka

📅 Important Dates

Application Start16 May 2026
Exam Date23 May 2026

📋 Vacancy Details

Post NameKarnataka Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET) 2026
QualificationDiploma in Engineering
Selection ProcessEntrance Examination

📝 Detailed Notification Information

Karnataka DCET Admit Card 2026 Available Now

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the admit cards for the Karnataka Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET) 2026. Candidates who have registered for the entrance exam can now access their hall tickets through the official KEA portal. The DCET 2026 is a crucial exam for diploma holders seeking lateral entry admission into the 2nd year of B.E/B.Tech courses and 1st year of B.Arch courses in Karnataka.

KEA DCET 2026 Exam Overview

The DCET 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted in offline mode (OMR-based) across various examination centers in Karnataka. Below are the key highlights of the examination:

Particulars Details
Exam Name Karnataka Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET) 2026
Conducting Body Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Admit Card Release Date May 16, 2026
Exam Date May 23, 2026
Exam Mode Offline (OMR Based MCQ)

How to Download DCET Admit Card 2026

Candidates can follow these simple steps to download their KEA DCET hall ticket:

  1. Visit the official website of KEA at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
  2. Navigate to the "Admissions" tab and select "DCET-2026".
  3. Click on the link titled "DCET-2026 Admit Card Download".
  4. You will be redirected to a login page. Enter your User ID / Application Number and Password.
  5. Input the captcha code as shown and click on 'Login'.
  6. Your DCET Admit Card will appear on the screen in PDF format.
  7. Check all details carefully and take 2-3 clear printouts on A4 size paper.

Details Mentioned on DCET 2026 Hall Ticket

After downloading, ensure that the following details are correct. In case of any discrepancy, contact KEA helpdesk immediately:

  • Candidate's Full Name & Photograph
  • Application Number & Roll Number
  • Exam Date (May 23, 2026) and Reporting Time
  • Complete Address of the Exam Center
  • Course Applied (B.E/B.Tech Lateral Entry or B.Arch)
  • Important Exam Day Instructions

Mandatory Documents for the Exam Day

Candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall without these documents:

  • Printed Admit Card: A clear hard copy of the DCET 2026 Hall Ticket.
  • Valid Photo ID: Original Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License.

📝 How to Apply

Login to the KEA portal using your application number and password to download the hall ticket.

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Rajesh Kumar Sharma
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Rajesh Kumar Sharma
Senior Career Consultant

Rajesh Kumar Sharma is a seasoned career consultant with over 12 years of experience in the Indian government recruitment sector. He has helped thousands of aspirants navigate the complex world of Sarkari Naukri, specializing in SSC, UPSC, and Banking examinations.

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