COMEDK UGET 2027: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility & Admission Process

The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) conducts the Under Graduate Entrance Test (UGET) for admission into undergraduate engineering (B.E./B.Tech) courses across approximately 150 unaided private engineering colleges in Karnataka. Unlike state CETs with strict domicile restrictions, COMEDK UGET is a national-level computer-based test open to candidates from all across India.

2027 official details are awaited: The official notification, information brochure, and registration dates for COMEDK UGET 2027 have not been released by the consortium as of late 2026. The latest fully verified admission cycle is COMEDK UGET 2026. Aspirants planning for the 2027 session can refer to the verified benchmarks, eligibility guidelines, and standard operating procedures outlined below.

COMEDK UGET 2027: Status & Expected Timeline

COMEDK typically releases its annual entrance examination schedule in January, followed by registration starting in February and the computer-based exam in May. Until the official 2027 calendar of events is released on the official portal, candidates can plan using the established dates from the 2026 cycle.

COMEDK UGET and Uni-GAUGE E Combined Option

COMEDK provides an integrated application process where candidates can choose to sit for COMEDK UGET alone or register jointly for both COMEDK UGET and Uni-GAUGE E:

• Single Examination: Candidates appear for one single computer-based exam sitting; there is no separate paper to sit for Uni-GAUGE.
• College Coverage: Selecting COMEDK UGET covers member unaided private engineering colleges affiliated with the Karnataka Unaided Private Engineering Colleges Association (KUPECA). Selecting both options also sends the test score for admissions across participating private and deemed universities nationwide that accept Uni-GAUGE scores.
• Upfront Selection: The decision to apply for one or both must be made during online form submission; additional selections cannot be appended once the fee is paid and registration is closed.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they satisfy the prescribed minimum educational criteria before applying. As per the latest verified COMEDK brochure regulations:

For B.E. / B.Tech Courses

• Qualifying Examination: Candidates must have passed the second PUC, 10+2 Higher Secondary, or an equivalent examination recognized by State or Central Government.
• Mandatory Subjects: The qualifying examination must have been passed with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), along with English as a compulsory subject. (Chemistry may alternate with Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology, or Electronics where permitted by regulatory norms).
• Minimum Marks: General category candidates must have secured a minimum aggregate of 45% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) together. For SC, ST, and OBC candidates of Karnataka state, the minimum qualifying mark in PCM is 40%.
• Diploma Holders: Diploma candidates are not eligible to appear for COMEDK UGET as there is no lateral entry admission through this entrance test.

For B.Arch (Architecture) Courses

• There is no entrance test paper conducted by COMEDK for B.Arch admissions.
• Candidates seeking B.Arch seats must qualify in the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) conducted by the Council of Architecture (CoA) or JEE Main Paper 2.
• Qualified candidates participate in a separate centralized COMEDK Architecture counselling process by submitting their NATA/JEE Paper 2 scorecards.

Application Fee Structure

The application fee must be remitted purely online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. As verified from the latest official cycle, the fee structure stands as follows:

Note: The registration fee is non-refundable. Applicable convenience fees and gateway charges are extra. There is no category-based fee concession in COMEDK.

Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

COMEDK UGET is conducted across multiple designated computer testing centers nationwide. The structure of the examination is as follows:

• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (Online CBT).
• Medium: English only.
• Total Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
• Total Questions: 180 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Sectional Distribution:
  • Physics: 60 questions
  • Chemistry: 60 questions
  • Mathematics: 60 questions
• Marking Scheme: Each correct response is awarded +1 mark. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
• Tie-Breaking: In case of identical scores, merit is determined based on fewer incorrect answers, followed by higher marks in Mathematics, higher marks in Physics, and candidate age.

How to Apply for COMEDK UGET

When the 2027 registration portal opens, applicants should follow these standard steps:

1. Visit the official portal at comedk.org.
2. Click on the “Register / Login” link for Engineering Under Graduate Entrance Test.
3. Provide core applicant details (Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, Mobile Number, Government Photo ID proof) to generate login credentials.
4. Log in with your Application Number and Password to complete personal, academic, and category details.
5. Upload scanned copies of required documents, including recent passport-size photograph, candidate signature, parent/guardian signature, and photo ID card.
6. Select your choice of exam (COMEDK only or COMEDK + Uni-GAUGE) and preferred test cities.
7. Complete the fee payment via the integrated payment gateway and print/save the confirmation page.

Centralized Counselling & Seat Allotment

After the declaration of scorecards and merit ranks, qualified candidates participate in the single-window online centralized counselling system organized by COMEDK:

• Document Verification: Candidates upload class 10 and 12 marks cards, identity proof, and applicable category/domicile certificates for online administrative verification.
• Choice Filling: Verified candidates enter and prioritize their preferred participating institutions and engineering branches.
• Seat Allotment Rounds: Multiple allotment rounds (including mock rounds and regular rounds) are held based strictly on merit rank, preference order, and college seat matrix.
• Seat Acceptance: Candidates allotted seats must complete decision making (Accept & Freeze, Accept & Upgrade, Reject & Upgrade) and make mandatory tuition fee deposits before reporting to the allotted college.

Official Sources and Verification

To avoid misinformation or unverified schedules from third-party portals, candidates must cross-check all official circulars, brochures, and seat matrices exclusively through official channels:

• Official Website: comedk.org
• Candidate Support Email: studenthelpdesk@comedk.org
• Candidate Support Helpdesk Phone: 080-69796266 / 7259466698 (Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Has the official notification for COMEDK UGET 2027 been released?

No. 2027 official details are awaited. The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka typically releases the official examination calendar and information brochure in January of the admission year.

2. Are students from outside Karnataka eligible to apply for COMEDK UGET?

Yes. COMEDK UGET is open to eligible candidates from all states and union territories across India. There is no general domicile restriction for open merit engineering seats.

3. Is there negative marking in COMEDK UGET?

No. According to the established exam pattern, each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking for incorrect or unattempted questions.

4. How can I apply for B.Arch through COMEDK?

There is no entrance test paper for B.Arch conducted by COMEDK. Candidates seeking architecture admissions must qualify in NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 and participate directly in COMEDK centralized architecture counselling.

5. What is the difference between COMEDK UGET and Uni-GAUGE E?

Both exams share the same computer-based test. COMEDK UGET scores are used for seat allotment in member private engineering colleges in Karnataka, whereas Uni-GAUGE E scores are accepted by partner private and deemed universities across India. Applicants can opt for both within a single application form.