The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has released the UGET 2026 exam pattern on comedk.org. This exam is held for admission to undergraduate engineering programmes across Karnataka's 150+ private engineering colleges (BMS, RV, MSRIT, PES, Dayananda Sagar, and more).
The COMEDK UGET structure is simple and student-friendly. It is a CBT with 180 questions, each carrying 1 mark, for a total of 180 marks. Most important of all: there is NO NEGATIVE MARKING. This means attempting every question is safe, and even calculated guesses can earn you marks.
The 2026 exam will be held on 9 May 2026 (a single day, multiple shifts) at multiple exam centres across India, from which you can choose your preferred location.
COMEDK UGET 2026 Quick Reference
Feature
Details
Conducting Body
Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK)
Mode of Exam
Computer-Based Test (CBT) only
Exam Date
9 May 2026 (Saturday)
Total Duration
3 hours (180 minutes)
Total Questions
180 multiple-choice questions
Total Marks
180 marks (1 mark per question)
Negative Marking
No negative marking, attempt all questions
Subjects
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Medium of Exam
English only
Number of Exam Centres
Multiple centres across India
Tie-Breaking Rule
Least number of incorrect answers
Section-Wise Question Distribution
Equal distribution across three subjects, with the same weightage for each
Subject
No. of Questions
Marks per Question
Total Marks
% Weightage
Physics
60
+1
60
33.3%
Chemistry
60
+1
60
33.3%
Mathematics
60
+1
60
33.3%
Total
180
1 each
180
100%
Equal Weight Advantage: All three subjects carry 33.3% weightage. This means if you are weak in one subject, you can compensate with the others. Balanced preparation is the safest strategy.
Marking Scheme Explained
Outcome
Marks
Strategy Implication
Correct Answer
+1 mark
Direct gain
Incorrect Answer
0 marks (no penalty!)
Free guess opportunity
Unattempted Question
0 marks
Same as wrong, so always attempt
Multiple Selection
Counted as wrong
Avoid double-marking
Strategy Math: A wrong answer = 0 marks. An unattempted question = 0 marks. Both are the same. So why leave any question unattempted? Always attempt. Even a pure guess has a 25% probability of being correct, which is pure gain in COMEDK.
Syllabus Source & Class Distribution
Class
Approx Weightage
Number of Questions
Class 11
33%
~60 questions
Class 12
67%
~120 questions
Source: The COMEDK syllabus is largely the same as the JEE Main syllabus, based on the CBSE Class 11 and 12 curriculum. NCERT books should be your primary resource. Karnataka State Board concepts also align well.
Definite Integration, Differential Equations, Application of Derivatives, Matrices, Probability, Vectors, 3D Geometry, Conic Sections, Complex Numbers
5-Year Difficulty Trend (2021 to 2025)
Year
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Cutoff for RV/BMS CSE
2021
Moderate
Easy
Moderate
140 to 145 marks
2022
Moderate
Easy
Moderate
142 to 148 marks
2023
Moderate
Easy to Moderate
Moderate
140 to 145 marks
2024
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate to Tough
138 to 143 marks
2025
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
140 to 145 marks
2026 (Expected)
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
140 to 148 marks
Trend Insight: COMEDK UGET difficulty has stayed largely consistent over 5 years. Chemistry tends to be the most scoring section (NCERT-direct facts). Maths has gradually become slightly tougher due to lengthier calculations.
COMEDK UGET vs KCET vs JEE Main
Feature
COMEDK UGET
KCET
JEE Main
Conducting Body
COMEDK
KEA Karnataka
NTA
Mode
CBT (online)
OMR (offline)
CBT (online)
Total Questions
180
180 (60+60+60)
75
Total Marks
180
180
300
Negative Marking
No
No
Yes (minus 1)
Difficulty Level
Moderate
Easy to Moderate
Tough
Eligible Colleges
Private engineering in Karnataka
Govt + Private engineering in Karnataka
NITs + IIITs + GFTIs
Best For
Top private colleges (RV, BMS, MSRIT)
Govt colleges
National-level institutions
COMEDK UGET 2026 / 2027 Aspirants
Score Maximum in COMEDK with Competishun
To crack COMEDK UGET, you need a clear no-negative-marking strategy. Our CBT mocks develop your time management and question selection skills so you attempt every question with confidence.
COMEDK pattern based mocks (60+60+60 distribution)
Chemistry first (45 minutes): 60 questions, 0.75 minutes each. NCERT-direct facts, the fastest section.
Physics second (60 minutes): 60 questions, 1 minute each. A mix of formula-based and conceptual questions.
Mathematics last (65 minutes): 60 questions, just over 1 minute each. Calculation-heavy, so reserve maximum time.
Buffer (10 minutes): Mark all unattempted questions with educated guesses, since there is no negative marking.
No-Negative-Marking Strategy
Attempt every single question: Wrong = 0 marks, Unattempted = 0 marks. So why not try?
Use elimination logic: Even if you are not 100% sure, eliminate 2 obvious wrong options. A remaining 50% chance equals an expected gain of 0.5 marks per attempt.
Last 5 minutes rule: If you are running out of time, mark random options for unattempted questions. Some will be correct: free marks!
Avoid careless mistakes: Always read the question completely. In COMEDK, careless errors directly cost you 1 mark each.
Subject-Wise Priorities
Chemistry (most scoring): Direct NCERT memorisation. Go through NCERT line by line for Inorganic and Biomolecules. An easy 50+ marks here.
Physics (concept-driven): Focus on Mechanics + Electrodynamics for around 40% of the section. Practise formula-based numericals daily.
Mathematics (practice-heavy): Calculus + Algebra together make up around 50% of the section. JEE Main PYQs also help here, since the syllabus overlap is high.
Other Important Points
COMEDK UGET difficulty is moderate; compared to JEE Main, achieving 70%+ accuracy is realistic for serious aspirants.
Tie-breaking rule: if two candidates have the same score, the one with fewer incorrect answers gets the higher rank. This is the hidden downside of random guessing.
The exam is conducted in English only. Make sure your technical English is exam-ready.
A minimum of 45% (general) or 40% (reserved) in PCM in the Class 12 board exam is required for admission.
Frequently Asked Questions
COMEDK UGET 2026 is scheduled for 9 May 2026 (Saturday). The exam will be conducted in CBT mode in multiple shifts across exam centres in India. It is a single-day exam with no second attempt.
No, there is absolutely no negative marking in COMEDK UGET 2026. You should attempt every single question, even if you have to guess. Wrong answers and unattempted questions both score 0, so there is no reason to leave any blank.
COMEDK UGET is conducted in English language only. There is no Hindi or regional language option. Make sure your English comprehension is exam-ready.
For RV College CSE: 145+ marks. For BMS College CSE: 140+. For MSRIT CSE: 135+. For PES University CSE: 130+. These are based on recent year cutoffs and may vary by 5 to 8 marks each year.
The full 3 hours covers all three subjects, and the official structure suggests around 1 hour for Mathematics and 2 hours for Physics and Chemistry combined. Plan your time accordingly and confirm exact instructions on your admit card.
Yes, COMEDK UGET is open to all Indian candidates regardless of state. Karnataka domicile is not required. Through this exam, you can secure admission to top Karnataka private engineering colleges (RV, BMS, MSRIT, and more).
JEE Main preparation is more than enough for COMEDK UGET. The syllabus overlap is 95%+ with CBSE Class 11 and 12 NCERT. The main difference is that COMEDK has no negative marking, so adjust your attempt strategy accordingly. Practise 2 to 3 COMEDK pattern mocks before the exam.
If two candidates have the same total score, the candidate with fewer incorrect answers gets the higher rank. This means random guessing has a hidden downside, even though there is no negative marking. Smart attempts beat blind attempts.
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