KCET Exam Pattern 2023, Marking Scheme, Important Topics, and Syllabus

KCET Exam Pattern 2023 is going to be released by Karnataka Examinations Authority on the official website- cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. As per KCET Exam Pattern, the exam will be conducted as a pen and paper-based test for a duration of 80 minutes for each paper. Each Paper- Biology, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry will be conducted for 60 marks each. Each paper will consist of 60 Multiple Choice Questions.

KCET 2023 Syllabus is based on 1st & 2nd year PUC, recommended by the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka. PUC in Karnataka is equivalent to Class 11th and 12th of other states. Candidates who are claiming eligibility for Government seats under Horanadu & Gadinadu Kannadiga clauses will be required to appear in Kannada Language Test. Candidates can appear in KCET 2023 in English or Kannada. No changes have been made to KCET Marking Scheme. Each correct answer will yield candidates 1 mark. There is no negative marking for wrong answer.

KCET 2023 will be conducted tentatively on June 2023. The exam will be conducted on two days for Biology, Mathematics and Physics, Chemistry respectively. Kannada Language Test will be conducted separately. Candidates will be given 80 minutes to solve each paper including the 10 minutes needed to fill the details in the OMR Sheet.

Table of Contents

KCET Exam Pattern 2023 Highlights
KCET Exam Pattern 2023
2.1 KCET 2023 Duration & Questions
2.2 KCET 2023- Kannada Language Test
KCET 2023 Examination Schedule
KCET Marking Scheme 2023
KCET 2023- Instructions for OMR Sheet
KCET Syllabus 2023
6.1 KCET Physics Syllabus 2023
6.2 KCET Chemistry Syllabus 2023
6.3 KCET Mathematics Syllabus 2023
6.4 KCET Biology Syllabus 2023
KCET Exam Pattern 2023 FAQs

KCET Exam Pattern 2023 Highlights

Mode of KCET 2023	Pen and Paper-based Test
Duration of the exam	80 Minutes for each paper
Medium of the Question Paper	English and Kannada
Type of Questions	MCQs
Number of Questions	60 MCQs in each paper
Marking Scheme	1 Mark for Every Correct Response No Negative Marking
Subjects	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology

KCET Exam Pattern

KCET 2023 Marking Scheme

Particulars	Marks
Total Marks	60 Marks for each section
Correct Answer	+1 mark will be awarded
Incorrect Answer	No negative marking

KCET 2023- Kannada Language Test

Candidates who will be claiming eligibility for Government seats under Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga clauses will be required to appear in Kannada Language Test.

Kannada Language Test will be conducted on June 18, 2023 in offline mode for a duration of 60 minutes. The Kannada Language Test will be conducted of 4^th standard level.
Kannada Language Test will be conducted at exam centers in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Bidar, Bijapura, and Mangalore Centers.
The minimum qualifying marks for candidates appearing in Kannada Language Test is 12 marks out of a total 50 marks.
Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates who have completed academic years from 1^st to 10^th standard in Kannada medium outside Karnataka state are not required to appear in Kannada Language Test.

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KCET Examination Schedule

KCET 2023 Examination Schedule

The final examination schedule will be released soon after the notification is out. Meanwhile, the table below shows the expected time schedule for KCET 2023:

Day (Tentative)	Timings (Tentative)	Subject	Marks
June 2023	10:30 AM – 11:50 AM	Biology	60
June 2023	2:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Mathematics	60
June 2023	10:30 AM – 11:50 AM	Physics	60
June 2023	2:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Chemistry	60
June 2023	11:30 AM- 12:30 PM	Kannada Language Test

KCET OMR Sheet Instructions

KCET 2023 Instructions for OMR Sheet

KCET 2023 is an offline paper i.e. OMR sheets will be given to candidates to mark their answers. Candidates should keep the following points in their minds while marking their answers on the ORS Sheet.

Candidates will be given a two-page optical response sheet (ORS) to mark their answers. The two pages of the ORS will have the same layout.
The first page of the ORS is machine-readable. It is designed to leave impressions of the responses on the second page.
Applicants should not separate or disturb the alignment of the two pages of the OMR Sheet under any circumstances.
Candidates are required to mark answers to all the questions on the first page of the OMR Sheet by darkening the appropriate bubble.
Candidates should use the BLACK BALL POINT pen for darkening the bubbles.
Candidates need to apply adequate pressure to ensure that a proper impression is made on the second page of the ORS.
Instructions for darkening the bubbles will be printed on the question paper and candidates must strictly follow these instructions.
The second page of the ORS will be given to the candidates by the invigilator at the end of the examination.

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KCET Syllabus

KCET Syllabus 2023

KEA releases KCET syllabus for all 4 subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. The question paper revolves around the first and second PUC as defined by the Department of pre-University Education of Karnataka.

KCET Physics Syllabus 2023: Weightage of Topics

Topics	1^st year PUC
Physical World and Environment	Electrostatics
Laws of Motion	Current Electricity
Work, Energy and Power	Magnetic Effects of Current and Electricity
Gravitation	Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current
Properties of Bulk Matter	Optics and Electromagnetic Waves
Thermodynamics	Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
Kinetic Theory	Atoms and Nuclei
Oscillations and waves	Electronic Devices

KCET Chemistry Syllabus 2023

This section demands mathematical calculations and chemical equations. Some important topics include chemical kinetics, equilibrium, structure of atoms, block elements.

1st Year PUC	2nd Year PUC
Basic Concepts of Chemistry	Solid State and Solutions
Periodicity of Elements	Electrochemistry and Chemical Kinetics
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure	Isolation of Elements
States of Matter	D and F Block Elements
Chemical Thermodynamics	Coordination Compounds
Equilibrium and Redox Reaction	Haloalkanes and Haloarene
S-Block and P-Block Elements	Alcohols, Phenols and Ether
Organic Chemistry and Hydrocarbons	Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acid
Environmental Chemistry	Biololeculed and Polymers

KCET Mathematics Syllabus 2023

Following table mentions important topics of this section which hold a weightage of more than 10%

1st Year PUC	2nd Year PUC
Introduction to 3D Geometry	Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Mathematical Reasoning	Matrices
Statistics	Application of Integrals
Principles of Mathematical Induction	Linear Programming
Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations	Continuity and Differentiability
Linear Inequalities	Determinants
Permutation and Combination	Vector Algebra and 3D Geometry
Binomial Theorem and Sets	Application of Derivatives

KCET Biology Syllabus 2023

Below mentioned are important topics for the Biology section which need to be covered for securing good marks.

1st Year PUC	2nd Year PUC
Neural Control and Coordination	Human Reproduction
Photosynthesis and Respiration in Plants	Microbes in Human Welfare
Biomolecules	Biotechnology
Cell Cycle and Cell Division	Organism and Population
Body Fluids and Circulation	Ecosystem
Morphology and Anatomy of Flowering Plants	Environmental Issues
Locomotion and Movement	Evolution
Biological Classification	Biodiversity and Conservation

KCET Exam Pattern Frequently Asked Questions

KCET Exam Pattern 2023 FAQs

Ques: What is the total marks for KCET?

Ans: Each Paper in KCET 2023- Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology will be of 60 marks. Each paper will consist of 60 questions that will carry a weightage of 1 mark. There is no negative marking in KCET 2023.

Ques: What is the passing marks for KCET 2023?

Ans: The qualifying marks for KCET 2023 has not been announced yet. However candidates who will be appearing in Kannada language test will be required to score a minimum of 12 marks out of total 150 in order to qualify for the exam.

Ques 3: What are the papers that candidates have to appear for in KCET 2023?

Ans: KCET 2023 Farm Science applicants need to appear for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology papers, while aspirants of Engineering, and Technology courses, need to take the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics papers. For Pharma programs, candidates need to appear for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology papers.

Ques 4: Are NEET/NATA scores compulsory for candidates wanting to pursue Medical/Architecture programs through KEA?

Ans: Aspirants willing to pursue Medical/Dental/AYUSH programs should compulsorily have a valid NEET score (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) and for admission to Architecture programs, aspirants should mandatorily have a valid NATA score (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) or JEE Paper-2 score in order to be considered eligible for admission through KEA for Government share of seats.

Ques 5:What is the duration for KCET 2023?

Ans: For KCET 2023, candidates will be alloted 80 minutes for each paper. KCET 2023 will be conducted on June 16 and June 17 for Biology, Mathematics and Physics, Chemistry respectively. Candidates who will be appearing in Kannada Language Test will be alloted 1 hour for the exam.

Ques 6: What are Question paper versions and why are these important for KCET 2023?

Ans: Question paper on each subject of KCET 2023 will have 16 different versions and the version code will be printed in bold on the top sheet of the question paper. The version codes used in each paper will be from A - 1 to A - 4, B - 1 to B - 4, C - 1 to C - 4 and D - 1 to D - 4. Version codes are used in order to prevent usage of unfair means among examinees.

Ques 7: How exactly should the answers be marked on the OMR sheets in KCET 2023?

Ans: KCET 2023 is an offline test and examinees will be issued a 2-page OMR Sheet to mark their answers. The answers to the questions should be marked on Page 1 by darkening the appropriate circle of the corresponding question. For example, if the answer to question no 3 is option D, the examinee needs to darken the circle D against serial number 3 on the OMR sheet.

Ques 8: I am a general category candidate. I will not claim any reservation status for admission through KCET 2023, Do I still have to appear for the Kannada Language Test?

Ans:No. Only candidates who are seeking reservation under Horanadu & Gadinadu Kannadiga clauses will have to appear for the Kannada Language Test for KCET 2023

Ques 9: Is there any exception to the Kannada Language Test criteria in KCET 2023?

Ans: Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga candidates who have studied ten full academic years in a Kannada Medium (1st - 10th standard) in places outside the state of Karnataka need not appear for Kannada Language Test under KCET.

Ques 10: Which programs allow admission under the Agriculturist quota under KCET 2023?

Ans: Farm Science programs like B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons) Sericulture, B. Sc. (Hons) Horticulture, B. Sc. (Hons) Forestry, B.Sc. Agri-Bio Tech, B. H. Sc. (Home Science), B. Tech (Agri. Engg), B. Tech (Food Technology), B. Tech (Dairy Tech), B. F. Sc. (Fisheries), B. Tech (Food Science & Tech)., B.Sc. (Hons) Agri. Marketing & Co-Op. as well as Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V. Sc. & A.H.) have the provision of Agriculturist Quota in KCET 2023. A minimum of 50% marks in the Practical Examination is required to claim admission under the Agriculturist Quota

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College

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KCET Exam Pattern 2023, Marking Scheme, Important Topics, and Syllabus

KCET Exam Pattern 2023 Highlights