KCET 2021 Syllabus – Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) conducts the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET). For the KCET syllabus, KEA has prescribed the aspirants First and Second PUC syllabi as prescribed by the Department of Pre-University Education of Karnataka State. The syllabus includes the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and Biology. On this page, we have provided the KCET syllabus 2020 which is prescribed by the Department of Pre-University Education of Karnataka State. The candidates can download the syllabus PDF for all 4 subjects. To download the KCET 2021 syllabus and know how to prepare as per it, read below.
KCET 2021 Syllabus
From the table below candidates can download the syllabus for KCET 2021. The candidates who wish to appear for KCET 2020 for admission in B.V.Sc & A.H., B.Sc (all program) and B.F.Sc (Bachelor of Fisheries Science), B-Pharm / Pharm-D / B-Pharm (L.E) have to refer to the syllabusof Physics, Chemistry and Biology. However, the candidates of Engineering / Technology (B.E. / B.Tech) have to follow the syllabus of Physics, Chemistry and Maths:
| Subject | PUC I | PUC II |
| Physics | I PUC Physics | II PUC Physics |
| Mathematics | I PUC Mathematics | II PUC Mathematics |
| Chemistry | I PUC Chemistry | II PUC Chemistry |
| Biology | I PUC Biology | II PUC Biology |
Topics Covered in KCET 2021 Syllabus
The following topics are covered in the KCET 2021 syllabus as the the 1st and 2nd PUC syllabus:
In Mathematics
| 1st PUC | 2nd PUC |
| Sets, Relations and Functions | Relations & Functions |
| Algebra | Matrices |
| Co-ordinate Geometry | Determinants |
| Calculus | Continuity and Differentiability |
| Sequence & Series | Inverse Trigonometric Functions |
| Straight Lines | Applications and Derivatives |
| Conic Sections | Integrals |
| Binomial Theorem | Applications of Integrals |
| Principals of Mathematics Induction | Vectors |
| Introduction to 3-D Geometry | Differential Equations |
| Permutations & Combinations | 3-D Geometry |
| Mathematical Reasoning | Probability |
| Statistics and Probability | Linear Programming |
In Chemistry
| I PUC | II PUC |
|---|---|
| Some basic concepts of Chemistry | Solid state |
| Structure of atom | Solutions |
| Classification of Elements & Periodicity in Properties | Electrochemistry |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Chemical Kinetics |
| State of Matter – Gases and Liquids | Surface Chemistry |
| Thermodynamics | General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
| Equilibrium | p-block elements |
| Redox Reactions | d and f block elements |
| Hydrogen | Co-ordination Compounds |
| s-block elements | Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
| Some p-block elements | Alcohols, Phenols, Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic acids and Ethers |
| Organic Chemistry | Bio-molecules and Polymers |
| Environmental Chemistry | Organic Compounds containing Nitrogen |
| Hydrocarbons | Chemistry in Everyday Life |
In Physics
| I PUC | II PUC |
|---|---|
| Physical World | Electric Charges and Fluids |
| Units & Measurement | Electrostatic and Capacitance |
| Motion in a straight line | Current Electricity |
| Motion in a plane | Moving Charges and Magnetism |
| Laws of motion | Magnetism & Matter |
| Work, Energy & Power | Electromagnetic Induction |
| System of Particles & Rotational Motion | Alternating Current |
| Gravitation | Electromagnetic waves |
| Mechanical properties of fluids | Ray Optics and Optical Instruments |
| Mechanical properties of solids | Wave Optics |
| Thermal Properties of matter | Dual nature of radiation and matter |
| Thermodynamics | Atoms and Nuclei |
| Kinetic Theory | Semiconductor Electronics |
| Oscillations and Waves | Communication Systems |
In Biology
| I PUC | II PUC |
|---|---|
| Diversity in the living world | Reproduction in Organisation |
| Cell Structure and Function | Genetics and Evolution |
| Plant Physiology | Biology in Human Welfare |
| Human Physiology | Biotechnology and Ecology |
How to Prepare as per KCET 2021 Syllabus Effectively
The candidates can check below some tips that can help them to complete the KCET 2021 on time and also effectively:
Complete the preparation with school: The syllabus of KCET 2021 is same as that of class 11 and 12 syllabus. Hence the candidates must prepare the full syllabus once as they complete their preparation for 10+2 boards.
Check which topics have the maximum weightage in KCET exam from the syllabus: It is important to cover all the topics in the KCET 2021 syllabus. However, a plan is needed. It is better to cover all the important topics asked in the exam first and then start with the lesser important topics.
- To know the weightage of the topics refer to the previous 5 year question papers and figure from which topics the most questions are asked.
Books Recommended for KCET 2021
Check the list of the books given below to prepare for KCET 2021.
| Books | Links |
| 16 Year’s Solved Papers Karnataka CET Engineering Entrance | Buy Here |
| Karnataka CET Explorer – Engineering | Buy Here |
| Wiley’s KCET Solved Papers and Practice Tests | Buy Here |
| Karnataka CET Previous Question Papers (PCMB) – Set Of 4 KCET Books | Buy Here |
| Objective Physics – Chapter-wise MCQ for JEE Main/ BITSAT/ AIPMT/ AIIMS/ KCET 2nd Edition | Buy Here |
KCET 2021 Examination Pattern
Check the exam pattern for KCET 2021 given below.
- Mode of the exam: The exam is held in the offline mode (pen-paper based mode)
- Type of questions: The test consists of multiple-choice questions
- Duration: Each section / paper is conducted for 80 minutes
- Marks: Each paper / subject is of 60 marks
- Marking scheme: Each question is of 01 mark. There is no negative marking in case of incorrect answers
Check the distribution of the questions in the table below:
| Name of the Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Biology | 60 |
| Mathematics | 60 |
| Physics | 60 |
| Chemistry | 60 |
KCET 2021
Karnataka Common Entrance Test is a state-level examination conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority. The test is conducted in the offline mode. It is conducted for admission in UG courses for the discipline like Engineering / Technology, Pharmacy, Farm Science, Yoga & Naturopathy, B.Pharma etc.
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