Karnataka PGCET 2026 Today: Essential Exam Day Rules and Last-Minute Admit Card Checklist

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts the PGCET today for MBA and MCA courses. Thousands of aspirants across Karnataka are appearing for these state-level postgraduate entrance tests. The exam schedule includes separate morning and afternoon sessions for technical and management streams. Candidates must verify their hall tickets and reporting times to avoid last-minute stress.

Visit the official KEA portal immediately if you have not printed your admit card. Enter your login credentials and date of birth to access the hall ticket link. Heavy morning traffic on the website might cause slow loading times for many users. Print your document on a clean A4 sheet for clear photo and name visibility. Ensure the barcode is printed clearly as scanners use it for candidate entry.

Essential Karnataka PGCET hall-ticket and exam-day verification rules

Digital copies of the admit card on mobile phones are not allowed at centers. You must carry an original identity proof such as an Aadhaar Card for verification. Reporting usually begins early to ensure smooth biometric checks and frisking of all candidates. Reach your allotted center at least one hour before the official start time. Verify your room number at the gate to avoid confusion before the test begins.

The Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) uses physical Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) sheets. Only blue or black ballpoint pens are permitted for marking answers on the sheet. Smartwatches, phones, and calculators are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall at all times. Ensure the OMR serial number matches the one provided on your verified hall ticket. Cross-check every circle you shade to ensure the scanner reads your answers correctly.

Contact the KEA helpline immediately if you find any errors in your printed details. Carry extra photographs if your admit card has a blurry or missing portrait image. Check the desk labels to ensure you are sitting in the correct assigned position. Maintain composure during security checks to perform well in your professional entrance test.