The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) conducts the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) for admissions into undergraduate engineering programs offered by participating institutions in Karnataka. Here’s a comprehensive guide to COMEDK UGET 2026, covering eligibility criteria, exam pattern, application process, admit card details, result declaration, counselling procedures, syllabus, preparation tips, and frequently asked questions (FAQs).
📅 Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Last week of January 2026 |
| Application End Date | Second week of April 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | Last week of April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | First week of May 2026 |
| Exam Date | Mid to Late May 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | Third week of May 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | First week of June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | First week of June 2026 |
| Counselling Begins | Second week of June 2026 |
Note: All dates are tentative and subject to official confirmation by COMEDK on its website.
🧾 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for COMEDK UGET 2026, candidates must:
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Qualifying Examination: Passed Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Minimum Marks:
- General category: 45% aggregate in PCM
- Reserved category (SC/ST/OBC from Karnataka only): 40% aggregate in PCM
📝 Exam Pattern
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 3 hours
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Total Questions: 180 (60 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics)
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer; no negative marking.
🧾 Application Process
- Registration: Visit the official COMEDK website and register by providing necessary details.
- Application Form: Fill out the application form with accurate personal and academic information.
- Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of required documents, including photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
- Payment: Pay the application fee online through the available payment modes.
- Confirmation: After successful submission, download and print the application confirmation for future reference.
🎟️ Admit Card
- Release Date: First week of May 2026
- Download: Available on the official COMEDK website. Candidates must log in using their credentials to download the admit card.
- Details Included: Candidate’s name, roll number, photograph, signature, exam center details, date and time of the exam.
- Important: Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof to the exam center.
🧮 Answer Key & Result
- Provisional Answer Key Release: May 28, 2026
- Objection Window: May 28–30, 2026
- Final Answer Key & Result Declaration: June 4 & 7, 2026, respectively
- Result Details: The result includes subject-wise marks, total marks, and All India Rank (AIR). Candidates can download their scorecards from the official website.
🧭 Counselling Process
- Registration: Candidates must register for counselling through the official COMEDK counselling portal.
- Choice Filling: Fill in the preferred colleges and courses.
- Seat Allotment: Seats will be allotted based on rank, availability, and preferences.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required counselling fee to confirm the allotted seat.
- Document Verification: Attend the document verification process at the designated center.
- Final Admission: After successful verification and fee payment, candidates will receive the provisional admission letter.
🏫 Accepting Colleges
COMEDK UGET scores are accepted by over 150 engineering colleges in Karnataka. These include top private institutions such as:
- BMS College of Engineering
- RV College of Engineering
- PES University
- Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering
- MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Note: The list of accepting colleges is subject to change. Please refer to the official COMEDK website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
📚 Syllabus Overview
The COMEDK UGET syllabus encompasses:
- Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Optics, Electromagnetism, Modern Physics
- Chemistry: Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry
- Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Vectors
Note: The syllabus is based on the 10+2 curriculum and is aligned with the syllabus prescribed by the PU Board of Karnataka.
📚 Preparation Tips
- Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the complete syllabus to ensure comprehensive preparation.
- Practice Regularly: Solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
- Time Management: Allocate specific time slots for each subject and adhere to the schedule.
- Stay Updated: Keep an eye on official notifications for any changes in dates or procedures.
