The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the official information bulletin for the Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGET) 2025. This exam is the gateway to postgraduate admissions for M.Pharm and Pharm-D (Post Baccalaureate) programs in government and government-quota seats at private colleges in Karnataka for the 2025-26 academic year.
Key Dates and Application Process
The notification and information bulletin were issued on September 1, 2025, with online applications opening from September 3, 2025 (11:00 AM) to September 14, 2025 (11:59 PM). The PGET will be conducted exclusively in Bangalore at designated centers, and exam dates will be updated on the KEA website. Candidates must apply through the KEA portal, upload required photos and signatures, and pay the prescribed fee—₹1,500 for General and OBC candidates, and ₹800 for SC, ST, Category-I, and PH candidates. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Eligibility to sit for the entrance exam is strictly delineated:
- Nationality and Domicile: Applicants must be citizens of India and either born in Karnataka or have a parent who has resided in Karnataka for at least ten years, supported by a Tahashildar’s certificate.
- Academic Qualification: For M.Pharm, a B.Pharm degree from RGUHS or any PCI/AICTE-approved university/college in Karnataka with at least 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/Category-I) across the four years. Final year B.Pharm students may also apply provisionally.
- Pharm-D (Post Baccalaureate): Applicants should have a B.Pharm degree from a recognized institution in Karnataka with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Category-I). Final year candidates are also provisionally eligible.
- Age Limit: Applicants should not have attained 45 years of age by the last date for application submission.
- Special Categories: In-service government pharmacists must apply through proper channels and fulfill additional criteria. PH (physically handicapped) candidates with at least 40% disability must present valid disability certificates and meet medical board approval during counseling.
Admission and Reservation Policies
KEA enforces strict reservation policies in line with state government orders for SC, ST, Category-I, IIA, IIB, IIIA, IIIB, and for Hyderabad Karnataka Region under Article 371J. Income and category certificates must be produced during verification, failing which candidates are treated as General category. The reservation claim cannot be changed post-application.
Entrance Exam Structure
The PGET for M.Pharm and Pharm-D has a single question paper of 100 multiple-choice questions, divided equally among Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy, Pharma Chemistry, and Pharmacology. The exam duration is 90 minutes, and the paper will be in English. The minimum qualifying marks are 50% for General and 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates. The merit list is prepared using a 1:1 ratio of PGET marks and marks from the qualifying exam. Tiebreakers include the number of UG attempts and various aggregate marks.
Documentation and Counseling
After the test, only those who pass document verification are eligible to attend online counseling and seat selection. Important documents include SSLC mark card, degree/provisional certificates, complete B.Pharm mark cards, internship/training completion certificates, domicile, and all relevant reservation certificates. No changes or document submissions are permitted after the online application stage. Counseling schedules will be announced exclusively via the KEA website, and no individual notifications are sent.
KEA warns against engaging touts or middlemen claiming to guarantee seats, reaffirming that seat allocation is strictly based on merit and the option entry system. Any reports of malpractice should be reported directly to KEA. Following the guidelines and being vigilant about deadlines, documentation, and official communications will ensure a smooth application and admission process for aspiring candidates, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
