The Karnataka Religious and Linguistic Minority Professional Colleges Association Common Entrance Test (KRLMPCA CET) 2026 has specific eligibility criteria that candidates must meet to apply for admission to engineering programs offered by participating minority institutions in Karnataka. The eligibility requirements primarily focus on academic qualifications, minimum marks, and minority status verification.
Here is the detailed eligibility criteria
Basic Eligibility Requirements
Nationality: Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
Educational Qualification:
Minority Status
Domicile Criteria
Age Limit
Q1. What academic qualification is required to apply?
Ans. You must have passed the 10 + 2 (or equivalent) examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, and one of the following as an optional subject: Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Computer Science / Electronics. Also, English should be studied as one of the language subjects.
Q2. What is the minimum required aggregate marks?
Ans. Candidates must have secured a minimum aggregate of 45% (for general category) in the qualifying exam.
Q3. Is there any specific age limit mentioned in the criteria?
Ans. There is no specific age limit mentioned for appearing in the exam.
Q4. Can students whose 10 + 2 result is awaited apply?
Ans. Yes — candidates who are appearing in the qualifying exam and whose results are awaited are generally eligible to apply, provided they fulfil the criteria when the result comes.
Q5. Are there special requirements for minority category candidates?
Ans. Yes — For those applying under the religious/linguistic minority quota, you must produce the appropriate minority certificate as per the format specified in the brochure.
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