What is the DCET lateral entry scheme at colleges located in Karnataka?
The Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET), is a lateral entry scheme conducted in Karnataka. Meaning the entrance exam is held for lateral entry at colleges in Karnataka. The entrance test is a gateway for admissions to 2nd-year undergraduate engineering programmes and 1st-year undergraduate architect
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Yes, the Karnataka Examinations Authority have activated the DCET 2026 provisional result link on their official website. Candidates can check their result using application number and password.
Yes, Diploma CET admit card was released on May 16. Candidates who have submitted their application form can download their hall ticket.
The following documents are needed for DCET registration process -
- SSC Marksheet and Passing Certificate
- HSC Marksheet and Passing Certificate
- Any additional qualifying maksheet and passing certificate
- Category certificate
- Character certificate
- Passport photograph
- Government ID poof
- Transfer certifcate (if
Yes, it is mandatory to upload documents (as mentioned) in DCET application form, otherwise application will not be accepted.
To crack DCET, candidates must cover the syllabus and study topics covered in their Diploma course. Candidates can get resources online for DCET preparation.
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