PG-CET ME

Karnataka PGCET ME 2026 is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to ME programmes offered by government and private institutions in Karnataka. The PGCET ME 2026 exam is scheduled to be held on May 14, 2026, across multiple examination centres in the state. The exam is conducted in offline mode and consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be attempted within a duration of 120 minutes. Candidates qualifying the examination will be eligible to participate in the KEA counselling and seat allotment process based on merit and reservation norms.

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25 th June 2026

1 st July, 2026 -Noida, NCR

25 th June 2026 onwards

1 Year(5days/week)

9:30 AM to 2:00 PM

A hybrid of English only

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Linear Algebra: matrices, determinants, rank, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

Calculus: limits, continuity, differentiation, partial derivatives, Fourier series.

Differential Equations: first and higher order ODEs, Cauchy–Euler equations.

Probability & Statistics: mean, median, standard deviation, probability distributions, correlation and regression.

Numerical Methods: solution of algebraic equations, trapezoidal and Simpson’s rule.

Basics of C programming, structure of C programs, variables, data types, operators and expressions.

Control structures: conditional statements, loops.

Arrays (1D & 2D), strings, basic searching and sorting techniques.

Functions and simple problem-solving using C.

Listening skills and phonetics, pronunciation, homophones and homonyms.

Grammar concepts: subject–verb agreement, tenses, articles and prepositions.

Common errors in technical writing and spoken English.

Questions from the candidate’s selected discipline only (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Science, etc.).

Topics are based on undergraduate engineering syllabus prescribed by KEA for PGCET.

Highlights of Karnataka PGCET ME / M.Tech Exam Pattern

Official exam pattern as prescribed by KEA

  • Type of Questions
    • Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Marking Scheme
    • Part A: 1 mark per question
    • Part B: 2 marks per question
    • No negative marking
  • Subjects Covered
    • Engineering Mathematics
    • Core Engineering Subject (as per chosen branch)


Particulars Details
Exam Mode Offline (Pen & Paper Based)
Exam Duration 120 Minutes
Part A 50 Questions × 1 Mark = 50 Marks
(Engineering Mathematics)
Part B 25 Questions × 2 Marks = 50 Marks
(Core Engineering Subject)
Total Questions 75
Total Marks 100
Negative Marking No Negative Marking
Medium of Exam English

Previous year Question paper



  • ME 2025
  • MBA 2025
  • MCA Question Paper

    • Books to Be Referred

    Recommended Books for Karnataka PGCET ME / M.Tech

    PGCET Mechanical Engineering – Recommended Books

    Subject Book Name Author
    Engineering Mechanics Engineering Mechanics R. K. Rajput
    Strength of Materials Strength of Materials B. C. Punmia
    Theory of Machines Theory of Machines S. S. Rattan
    Mechanical Vibrations Mechanical Vibrations G. K. Grover
    Machine Design Machine Design V. B. Bhandari
    Fluid Mechanics Fluid Mechanics Cengel & Cimbala
    Heat Transfer Heat Transfer R. C. Sachdeva
    Thermodynamics Basic Thermodynamics P. K. Nag
    Power Plant Engineering Power Plant Engineering P. K. Nag
    IC Engines Internal Combustion Engines V. Ganesan
    Refrigeration & AC Refrigeration & Air Conditioning C. P. Arora
    Industrial Engineering Industrial Engineering O. P. Khanna
    Operations Research Operations Research Kanti Swarup

    PGCET Civil Engineering – Recommended Books

    Subject Book Name Author
    Engineering Mathematics Engineering Mathematics – Vol 1 B. S. Agarwal
    Engineering Mathematics Problems & Solutions in Engineering Mathematics T. C. Gupta
    Structural Engineering Structural Engineer's Pocket Book Fiona Cobb
    Structural Engineering Structural Engineering Reference Manual Alan Williams
    Geotechnical Engineering Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering Braja M. Das
    Geotechnical Engineering Geotechnical Engineering T. G. Sitharam & T. N. Ramamurthy
    Irrigation Engineering Irrigation & Water Power Engineering B. C. Punmia et al.
    Water Resources Water Resources Engineering Gupta
    Hydrology Hydrology & Water Resources Experienced Professor
    Environmental Engineering Introduction to Environmental Engineering David A. Cornwell & Mackenzie M. Davis
    Environmental Engineering Chemistry for Environmental Engineering Clair N. Sawyer
    Environmental Engineering Environmental Engineering & Sanitation Joseph A. Salvato
    Transportation Engineering Principles of Transportation Engineering Chakraborty & Das
    Transportation Engineering Text Book on Transportation Engineering Chandola & S. P.
    Highway Engineering Highway Engineering Rangwala
    Surveying Geomatics Engineering Clement A. Ogaja
    Surveying Precision Surveying John Olusegun Ogundare

    Key Topics to Focus On

    Important areas for scoring well in Karnataka PGCET M.E

    Section Important Topics
    Engineering Mathematics Linear Algebra (Matrices, Determinants, Eigenvalues), Calculus (Limits, Continuity, Differentiation, Integration), Differential Equations (First & Second Order), Vector Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Numerical Methods, Laplace & Fourier Transforms
    Core Engineering Subjects Questions are based on the candidate’s chosen branch (Mechanical / Civil / Electrical / Electronics). Strong focus on fundamental concepts, numericals, and application-based problems.
    Mechanical Engineering (If Applicable) Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Machine Design, Industrial Engineering
    Civil Engineering (If Applicable) Structural Analysis, Strength of Materials, Geotechnical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Hydrology, Irrigation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying

    Note: Karnataka PGCET M.E focuses primarily on Engineering Mathematics and core branch subjects. No aptitude, reasoning, computer awareness, or English sections are included in the M.E examination.

    The official Karnataka PGCET ME syllabus and previous year question papers are available on the KEA official website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

    The Karnataka PGCET ME exam is expected to be conducted in May 2026. The exact exam date will be announced by KEA through the official notification.

    Karnataka PGCET ME is conducted specifically for admission to Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programs offered by government, aided, and private colleges in Karnataka.

    The PGCET ME cut-off varies each year based on difficulty level, number of candidates, and college preference. A score in the range of 45–60 marks generally provides good chances for admission in reputed ME colleges.

    Karnataka PGCET ME counselling is usually conducted in the first or second week of July, after the declaration of results and rank lists by KEA.