KSET 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) 2026, conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), serves as a qualifying examination for determining the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in universities and colleges across Karnataka. Before filling out the KSET 2026 application form, candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria laid down by KEA and the University Grants Commission (UGC) to ensure they meet all academic and category-wise requirements.

The eligibility criteria primarily emphasize the educational qualifications, percentage requirements, and subject relevance of the candidate’s postgraduate degree. KSET provides opportunities to candidates who have completed or are pursuing their Master’s degree in relevant subjects from recognized institutions. Importantly, there is no upper age limit for appearing in the test, making it open to aspiring educators at any stage of their academic journey.

Detailed KSET 2026 Eligibility Criteria-

Educational Qualification

Candidates Awaiting Results / Final-Year Students

• Candidates who are pursuing their final semester/year of Master’s degree or whose results are awaited may also apply for KSET 2026.
• Such candidates must complete their Master’s degree within two years from the date of the KSET 2026 result declaration, failing which their eligibility will be cancelled.
• They must also secure the required percentage (55% or 50%) upon result declaration

Subject Eligibility

• The subject chosen for KSET Paper II must be the same as the candidate’s postgraduate subject.
• If the subject is not listed among the KSET subjects, candidates may choose an equivalent or related subject.

Recognition of Institutions

• Only degrees awarded by UGC-recognized universities/institutions are accepted.
• Candidates who completed their Master’s degree from foreign universities must provide a certificate of equivalence from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

Age Limit

• There is no upper age limit to apply for KSET 2026.
• Candidates of any age who meet the academic requirements can appear for the exam.

Number of Attempts

• There is no restriction on the number of attempts.
• Candidates can take KSET as many times as required to qualify.

Domicile Criteria

• Candidates from Karnataka and other states are eligible to apply.
• However, candidates from outside Karnataka will be treated as General category, even if they belong to a reserved category in their state.

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KSET 2026 Eligibility Criteria – FAQs

Q1. What is the minimum educational qualification required for KSET 2026?

Ans. To be eligible for KSET 2026, candidates must have a Master’s degree or equivalent in the relevant subject from a UGC-recognized university with at least 55% marks (without rounding off) for General category and 50% marks for SC/ST/Cat-I/IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB/PwD candidates.

Q2. Can final-year postgraduates apply for KSET 2026?

Ans. Yes, Candidates who are appearing in the final year of their Master’s degree or awaiting results can apply provisionally. However, they must complete their Master’s degree within two years of the KSET result declaration and secure the minimum required marks; otherwise, their eligibility will be canceled.

Q3. Is there any age limit for appearing in KSET 2026?

Ans. No, there is no upper age limit for KSET. Candidates of any age who meet the academic requirements can apply for the exam.

Q4. Is reservation applicable in KSET eligibility?

Ans. Yes, the minimum marks criteria are relaxed from 55% to 50% for SC/ST/Cat-I/IIA/IIB/IIIA/IIIB and PwD candidates, as per Karnataka government norms.

Q5. Is there any limit on the number of attempts for KSET?

Ans. No, there is no restriction on the number of attempts. Candidates can take KSET as many times as needed until they qualify.