Karnataka PGCET 2026 Expected Cutoff, Marks vs Rank and MBA Exam Analysis

Updated on June 15, 2026 Written By Pragya Tripathi

The KEA successfully conducted both shifts of the Karnataka PGCET 2026 examination. According to initial student feedback and exam analysis, the MBA paper was considered one of the most challenging editions in recent years. Many applicants reported that the test contained a significant number of questions from Statistics, making the paper difficult and largely unpredictable. Based on expert analysis, applicants scoring around 60 out of 100 marks can expect to secure a competitive rank in the Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam.

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Expected Cutoff, Marks vs Rank and MBA Exam Analysis

Expected Cutoff for Karnataka PGCET 2026

For Karnataka PGCET 2026, a strong performance is expected to involve attempting 68 to 78 questions with an accuracy rate of 85 - 90 per cent. Typically, this level of performance results in a score of around 58 to 68 marks out of 100. Applicants seeking admission to leading business schools in Karnataka should ideally target a score of 65 to 75 marks to improve their chances of securing a seat at top institutions.