Karnataka PGCET 2026 Revised Answer Key for MBA and MCA
Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) — Higher Education Department, Government of Karnataka
📌 Quick Information Overview
| Organization / University | Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) |
|---|---|
| Exam / Course Name | MBA and MCA Admission Entrance |
| Update Category | Answer Key & Objections |
| Status | ARCHIVED |
| Official Portal | https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published the provisional Answer Key along with the question paper and response sheets for MBA and MCA Admission Entrance (Karnataka). Candidates who appeared in the test can cross-check their marked responses with the official key to compute their estimated scores. In case of any discrepancies, candidates may submit online objections within the stipulated challenge window accompanied by prescribed proof. Detailed instructions and direct objection links are available below.
📅 MBA and MCA Admission Entrance - Important Dates & Schedule
| Exam Date | 14 Jun 2026 |
|---|
📝 MBA and MCA Admission Entrance - Detailed Notification Guide
Overview of Karnataka PGCET 2026 Revised Answer Key
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the final revised answer key for the Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2026, conducted for MBA and MCA admissions. Following the review of objections submitted by candidates against the provisional answer key, KEA has finalized the responses. This document is now the definitive version used to calculate merit lists and final results.
Exam and Revision Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Entrance Examination | 14 June 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 15 June 2026 |
| Objection Window Closure | 17 June 2026 |
| Revised Answer Key Release | 19 June 2026 |
Summary of Adjustments
The expert committee has made specific changes to the response keys to ensure fair evaluation for all candidates:
- MBA Paper: Changes applied to 10 questions. This includes one question with dual-answer acceptance (Option 1 or 2) and one question where all candidates were awarded grace marks.
- MCA Paper: Changes applied to 5 questions. Three questions have been awarded grace marks to all candidates who appeared for the exam, effectively increasing the score floor for those specific items.
Steps to Access the Official Answer Key PDF
- Navigate to the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Locate the 'PGCET 2026' notification section on the homepage.
- Select the link labeled 'Karnataka PGCET Revised Answer Key 2026'.
- Choose the specific course (MBA or MCA) to download the relevant PDF document.