What Are the Courses Under KCET: Complete KCET Courses List 2027

Courses Under KCET 2027: The KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to various undergraduate courses. KCET provides admission to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, veterinary, nursing, health sciences, and architecture. Students can use KEA counselling for admission to various undergraduate professional courses, depending on their qualifying subjects and the admission rules for that course.

This SciAstra blog provides a complete overview of the KCET course list 2027, including engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, veterinary, nursing, allied health, and other professional courses. 

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KCET Courses List 2027

The KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority) manages the admissions and counselling process for several undergraduate professional courses in Karnataka. Admission routes vary for different courses. Some courses require students to appear for the KCET exam, while other courses, such as medical, dental, and AYUSH, require a UGNEET score. Candidates who are planning to take admission in architecture need to appear for the NATA exam.

The exact eligibility and admission criteria depend on the course and the student's Class 12 subjects.

Below is the complete table structure of the KCET Courses List 2027:

Medical Courses Through KCET for PCB Students

PCB students have several course options through the KEA admission process beyond MBBS and BDS. The term “medical courses” is often broadly used to refer to healthcare, pharmacy, nursing, and allied health courses.

Medical courses have various sub-domain courses in which students can pursue their careers:

Healthcare and Allied Health Courses

Students interested in healthcare can explore courses such as BSc Nursing, BPT, BPO and BSc Allied Health Sciences through the KEA admission process. For specified courses such as BPT, BSc Allied Health Sciences, and BPO, no entrance exam is required, and selection is based on PU marks. Candidates can directly register with KEA for the counselling process.

Below are the healthcare and allied health courses:

• BSc Nursing

• BPT (Physiotherapy)

• BOT (Occupational Therapy)

• BSc Medical Laboratory Technology

• BSc Allied Health Sciences and other applicable allied health programmes

• BPO (Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics)

Pharmacy Courses

KCET also provides admission to pharmacy programmes. For BPharm and PharmD courses, candidates can appear through applicable PCM or PCB combinations. The KCET performance is considered for admission.

Below are the available pharmacy courses:

• BPharm

• PharmD

Agriculture, Veterinary and Other PCB-Based Courses

Students with a biology background can also explore agriculture, veterinary and other biology-related courses. Farm science courses require a PCMB subject combination, while veterinary and naturopathy & yoga courses need PCB and English.

Below are the Agriculture, Veterinary and Other PCB-Based Courses:

• BSc (Hons) Agriculture

• BSc (Hons) Horticulture

• BSc (Hons) Forestry

• BSc (Hons) Sericulture

• BTech Biotechnology

• BFSc (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)

• BVSc & AH

• BNYS (Naturopathy & Yoga)

• Other applicable biology-related courses

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Engineering Courses Through KCET for PCM Students

Students with a PCM background have the widest range of KCET course options. They can choose courses, such as computer science, core engineering, and specialised branches based on their interests.

Here are some engineering-related course options that students can choose:

Computer Science and IT-Related Courses

Students interested in software, computing, and emerging technologies can choose courses in computer science and IT-related branches. These courses focus on programming, artificial intelligence, data science, and information systems.

These are the computer science and IT-related course options:

• Computer Science and Engineering

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

• Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

• Information Science and Engineering

Core Engineering Courses

Students who are interested in traditional engineering fields can choose courses from core engineering branches. These courses cover machines, infrastructure, electronics, electrical systems, and communication technologies.

Below are the available courses in core engineering areas:

• Mechanical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Electronics and Communication Engineering

Other Engineering Courses

The KCET exam also offers several specialised engineering branches, including aeronautics, biotechnology, agriculture, manufacturing, food technologies, and other branches. Students can choose these courses based on their interests and career goals.

These are other engineering-related courses:

• Aeronautical Engineering

• Biotechnology

• Automobile Engineering

• Mechatronics

• Agricultural Engineering

• Food Technology

• Dairy Technology

• Other engineering branches listed by KEA

Note: Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) is a separate course category, and admission is based on the NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) exam score. Candidates also need to register in the KEA counselling process using the NATA score for admission.

KCET Courses Based on Class 12 Subjects

Students can choose different KCET course options depending on the subjects they studied in Class 12. The course options related to the specified subject combination are provided below:

KCET Courses for PCM Students

Students who have studied physics, chemistry, and mathematics (PCM) in Class 12 can access various KCET course options in engineering, technology, and pharmacy.

KCET Courses for PCB Students

Students with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) subjects have course options in healthcare, pharmacy, veterinary sciences, naturopathy, nursing, and other related fields.

KCET Courses for PCMB Students

Students who studied Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology (PCMB) in Class 12 have course options available for both PCM and PCB students. This combination gives flexibility to choose courses in engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, veterinary, and other professional courses.

How to Choose a Course Through KCET?

Students can choose courses through KCET depending on their Class 12 subjects, eligibility, KCET rank, and course availability. They should consider these key points before selecting a course:

• Class 12 subjects: Check the courses you are eligible for based on your PCM, PCB, or PCMB subject combination.

• Eligibility: Verify the required subjects, qualifying marks, and other eligibility requirements.

• KCET rank: Your KCET rank helps you get the best course and college during seat allotment.

• Course availability: Check that the participating colleges are offering your preferred course.

• College options: Compare the colleges offering the course based on factors such as location, fees, facilities, and other preferences.

• Career interest: Choose a field that matches your interests, strengths, and long-term career plans.

KCET Course List PDF

Candidates can check the official KCET 2027 course list PDF on the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) website after it is released. The PDF will have the complete list of courses offered through KCET. It contains course names, eligibility requirements, admission criteria, and applicable entrance examinations.

Download the KCET 2027 course list PDF below:

Conclusion

The KCET exam provides admission to a wide range of undergraduate courses, including engineering and technology, pharmacy, agriculture and farm sciences, veterinary sciences, nursing, naturopathy, and allied healthcare fields. Admission routes and eligibility requirements vary by course.

The course options available to a candidate depend on their Class 12 subjects, eligibility criteria, KCET rank, and the admission rules specified by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).