KCET BSc Nursing Exam 2025: Result (OUT), Cutoff Marks, Merit List, Counselling

To appear for the KCET BSc nursing exam 2026, candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria. KCET BSc nursing eligibility criteria 2026 as specified by the authority, can be checked below 

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 with subjects Physics, Chemistry and Biology and English.

• Aspirants must have obtained a minimum pass percentage of 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories) in PCB papers in the qualifying exam.

Note: The SC/ ST/ OBC reservation criteria is only applicable to the Karnataka candidates. Also, non-Karnataka candidates will not be eligible for government seats in BSc nursing courses through KEA. 

KEA releases the Karnataka BSc nursing application form in online mode. Eligible candidates are required to fill out the KCET BSc nursing application form 2026 within the stipulated period. To fill the KCET BSc nursing 2026 application form, candidates have to follow the steps mentioned below. 

Steps to fill Karnataka BSc nursing application form 

• Go to the official website: kea.kar.nic.in. 

• Register by entering the basic details. 

• KCET application number and user ID are sent to the registered email ID. 

• Login using the application number and password and pay the KCET BSc nursing application fee. 

• Fill personal, educational and contact details. 

• Upload the required documents. 

• Submit the KCET BSc nursing application form 2026. 

• Download the application form for future reference. 

The authority releases the Karnataka BSc nursing exam pattern in the information brochure. As per the KCET BSc nursing exam pattern, a total of 180 multiple-choice questions are asked in the exam. A detailed exam pattern of KCET BSc nursing 2026 can be checked below. 

KCET BSc nursing 2026 paper pattern

KCET BSc nursing admit cards are issued to the registered candidates only. To download the KCET BSc nursing admit card 2026, candidates are required to enter their registration number and password. The steps to download the Karnataka BSc nursing admit card 2026 can be checked below. 

Steps to download KCET BSc nursing admit card

• Visit the official website: kea.kar.nic.in. 

• Find the link for KCET BSc nursing 2026 admit card. 

• Log in by entering the application number and password generated at the time of registration. 

• KCET BSc nursing admit card will appear on the screen. 

• Review all the details mentioned in the admit card. 

• Download and take multiple printouts for future purpose. 

Details mentioned on the KCET BSc nursing admit card 2026

• Name of the candidate

• Application number 

• CET number 

• Exam centre details

• Reporting time

• Exam date and time

• Candidate’s photograph and signature

• Subjects to be appearing in the exam

• Important exam guidelines

KEA releases the provisional KCET BSc nursing answer key a few days after the conclusion of the exam. Candidates can raise objections against the provisional answer key of Karnataka BSc nursing exam 2026 within the stipulated period. The expert committee reviews the objections and prepares the final answer key for determining the merit list. The final answer key of KCET BSc nursing cannot be challenged further.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority announces the KCET BSc nursing result in online mode at the official website. The KCET BSc nursing merit list 2026 is compiled by the authorities based on the candidate's performance in the Common Entrance Test across all categories. The result includes individual subject scores, overall marks, and the candidate's rank. Those who meet the KCET qualifying cutoff will be eligible to participate in the counselling process.

The counselling schedule for KCET BSc Nursing 2026 is published by the KEA on the official website. Qualified candidates must register online for the KCET BSc nursing counselling 2026. After registration, they are required to undergo document verification, during which original academic and personal documents are checked to confirm eligibility. Once verified, candidates can proceed to choice filling, where they are required to select their preferred nursing colleges. After carefully reviewing the options, candidates must lock their choices within the given timeframe.

Following this, the seat allotment process takes place based on the candidate’s rank, preferences, and seat availability. The results of seat allotment are then published online. Candidates who are allotted a seat must report to the assigned institution within the specified dates. Failing to do so may result in the cancellation of their seat. Candidates need to carry all required documents while reporting to the college to complete the admission formalities.