COMEDK UGET 2026 Exam Date Announced: Key Details for Engineering Aspirants

COMEDK UGET 2026: Key Updates and Overview

The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) conducts the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) annually for admission to undergraduate engineering (B.E./B.Tech) programs in over 150 private unaided engineering colleges in Karnataka. As of January 2026, the official detailed notification for COMEDK UGET 2026 is expected to be released soon on the official website comedk.org. This exam serves as a national-level entrance test for private quota seats in Karnataka’s engineering colleges.

Important Dates (Announced and Tentative)

• Exam Date: May 9, 2026 (Saturday) – The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across multiple cities in India. This date was revised due to a conflict with other national-level exams (traditionally held on the second Sunday of May).
• Notification Release: Expected shortly (detailed information brochure with full schedule, fees, syllabus, and exam centers).
• Registration Start: Tentatively in February 2026 (likely early to mid-February).
• Registration End: Tentatively in March/April 2026.
• Application Correction Window: Expected shortly after registration closes.
• Admit Card Release: Tentatively in April/May 2026.
• Provisional Answer Key: Shortly after the exam.
• Result and Rank List: Expected in June 2026.
• Counselling: Likely starting in July/August 2026.

Candidates should regularly check comedk.org for official updates, as dates may be finalized in the upcoming notification.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for COMEDK UGET 2026, candidates must meet the following requirements (detailed criteria will be confirmed in the official notification):

• Educational Qualification: Passed or appearing in 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
• Third Subject: Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Computer Science / Electronics (any one).
• Minimum Marks:
  • General category: 45% aggregate in PCM.
  • SC/ST/OBC (Karnataka candidates): 40% aggregate in PCM.
• Age Limit: No upper age restriction.
• Nationality: Indian nationals are eligible; some seats may have domicile preferences for Karnataka candidates.

Exam Pattern

The exam is a single-session online test lasting 3 hours with no negative marking:

• Total Questions: 180 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Sections:
  • Physics: 60 questions
  • Chemistry: 60 questions
  • Mathematics: 60 questions
• Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer; no deduction for incorrect or unattempted questions.
• Medium: English only.

The pattern emphasizes speed and accuracy, with questions designed to test conceptual understanding.

Syllabus

The syllabus is based on Class 11 and 12 curriculum (CBSE/equivalent state boards), with approximately 33% weightage from Class 11 and 67% from Class 12. Key topics include:

• Physics: Mechanics, Heat & Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction, Optics, Modern Physics, etc.
• Chemistry: Physical Chemistry (Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, States of Matter), Inorganic Chemistry (Periodic Table, Coordination Compounds), Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules, Polymers), etc.
• Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, Calculus, Vectors, Probability, etc.

The official syllabus PDF will be available on comedk.org with the notification. It aligns closely with JEE Main topics but is generally considered less difficult.

Application Process (Tentative)

The process is fully online via comedk.org:

1. Register with basic details (name, email, mobile).
2. Fill personal, academic, and exam city preferences.
3. Upload photo, signature, and documents.
4. Pay the application fee (expected around ₹1,950 + convenience charges for PCM; higher if applying for additional options).
5. Submit and download confirmation.

A correction window will allow limited edits post-submission.

Preparation Tips

• Focus on NCERT textbooks for core concepts.
• Practice previous years’ papers and official mock tests (COMEDK releases several on the website).
• Time management is key due to the 180-question format.
• Prioritize high-weightage topics from Class 12.

COMEDK UGET 2026 offers a strong opportunity for engineering aspirants targeting quality private colleges in Karnataka. Stay updated via the official website for the detailed notification and avoid relying on unofficial sources. Good luck to all applicants!