The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the KSET Result 2026 as a provisional score list on 26 October 2026 at 10:30 AM. The Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) was held on 11 October 2026 across 37 subjects and decides eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in universities and colleges in Karnataka. Candidates can check their provisional marks on the official KEA result portal. The final qualified list, subject-wise cut off and eligibility certificate details are Not Yet Announced.
KSET Result 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Exam Name | Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) 2026 |
| Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professor |
| Exam Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline, OMR based |
| Total Subjects | 37 |
| Papers | Paper I and Paper II |
| Result Status | Provisional score list released |
| Result Date and Time | 26 October 2026, 10:30 AM |
| Result Mode | Online |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KSET Result 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KSET 2026 Exam | 11 October 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Answer Key Objections | 14 October 2026, 10:30 AM |
| Revised Answer Key Published | 23 October 2026 |
| Category Details Notice (SCA, SCB, SCC) | 23 October 2026 |
| Provisional Result Notice | 24 October 2026 |
| Provisional Score List Released | 26 October 2026, 10:30 AM |
| Category Details Submission Opens | 28 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
KSET Result 2026 Download Link
The KSET 2026 provisional score list is available on the official KEA recruitment result page. Candidates should use only the official KEA links given below.
- Direct Link to Check KEA KSET Result 2026
- KEA Official Website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
How to Check KSET Result 2026
Follow these steps to view your provisional marks online.
- Open the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Go to the latest KSET 2026 updates on the homepage.
- Click the KSET 2026 provisional score list or result link. You can also open the direct result page given above.
- Enter the login details asked on the result page. These are typically the application number and date of birth.
- Submit the details and check your paper-wise marks and other information on the screen.
- Download or print the score details and keep a copy until the final result is published.
Details Mentioned in the KSET Result 2026
Check every detail in your score list carefully. Depending on the result page, the following information may be shown.
- Candidate name
- Application number or roll number
- Subject name
- Paper-wise marks (Paper I and Paper II)
- Total marks
- Category information
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KSET 2026 Revised Answer Key
KEA released the provisional answer keys for Paper I and Paper II on 12 October 2026 and accepted objections until 14 October 2026 at 10:30 AM. After reviewing the objections, KEA published the revised answer keys on 23 October 2026. The score list was prepared after this review. The revised answer keys are available on the official KEA website.
KSET 2026 Category Details for SCA, SCB and SCC Candidates
KEA issued a separate notice on 23 October 2026 for candidates belonging to the SCA, SCB and SCC categories. These candidates have to submit their category details online through the official KEA recruitment portal. The submission facility opens on 28 October 2026 at 10:00 AM. The last date for submission is Not Available Officially. This is a category-information process and is not a chance to challenge exam marks.
KSET Score List Objection
KEA's notice dated 24 October 2026 includes an online form for objections to the score list. At the time of writing, the form is not accepting responses. Candidates should keep checking the official KEA website for any revised instructions about raising objections.
KSET 2026 Qualifying Marks
The Karnataka SET follows the standard State Eligibility Test framework for minimum aggregate marks across Paper I and Paper II.
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 40% |
| Reserved Categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwD) | 35% |
KSET 2026 Exam Pattern
The KSET 2026 exam was conducted in OMR mode on 11 October 2026 from 10 AM to 1 PM. It has two objective papers, as shown below.
| Paper | Content | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Teaching and Research Aptitude (common for all subjects) | 50 | 100 |
| Paper II | Subject chosen by the candidate (37 subjects) | 100 | 200 |
Selection Process and What After the KSET Result
KSET is an eligibility test, not a direct recruitment exam. The process is as follows.
- Written exam: Paper I and Paper II (completed on 11 October 2026).
- Provisional score list (released on 26 October 2026).
- Final qualified list from KEA (Not Yet Announced).
- Eligibility certificate for qualified candidates, which makes them eligible to apply for Assistant Professor posts in Karnataka universities and colleges.
Documents to Keep Ready (Indicative)
KEA has not published an official post-result document checklist yet. The documents below are commonly needed for certificate verification and are given only as a guide. Follow the official notice when it is released.
- KSET 2026 score list printout and application form copy
- Date of birth proof, such as the Class 10 certificate
- Government photo ID
- Master's degree pass certificate and mark sheets
- Valid category or PwD certificate, if applicable
- Recent passport size photographs
KSET Result 2026 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| KSET Result 2026 (Provisional Score List) | Click Here |
| KEA Official Website | Click Here |
