KCET 2025: KEA Issues New Guidelines for Document Verification – Check Details Here

The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2025 is a crucial examination for students seeking admission to professional courses in Karnataka. To streamline the document verification process, the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has issued new guidelines that all candidates must follow.

Candidates are advised to carefully review these new instructions to avoid any last-minute hassles. This article breaks down the updated document verification process, eligibility criteria, and key dates, ensuring a smooth verification experience for KCET 2025 aspirants.

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Below is a summary of the important points regarding the KCET 2025 document verification process:

The KCET 2025 document verification process is a crucial step for admission into engineering, medical, and other professional courses in Karnataka. Following the latest KEA guidelines ensures a hassle-free process and avoids any delays or disqualifications.

Key Takeaways:

1. Check your claim certificate status on the KEA website.
2. If SATS verifies your records, no further action is needed.
3. If additional verification is required, visit your designated center.
4. Ensure your caste/income certificates are linked online.
5. Fake or incorrect documents can lead to disqualification and legal action.

For detailed updates and verification schedules, visit the official KEA website: kea.kar.nic.in

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KCET 2025: Understanding the New Document Verification Guidelines

The KEA document verification process for KCET 2025 has been revised to ensure transparency and efficiency. The verification process differs depending on the candidate’s clause code (category of eligibility). Here’s a breakdown of the guidelines:

1. For Candidates Claiming Clause Code ‘A’

This category applies to students who have completed their schooling in Karnataka.

A. Candidates Who Have Studied in Karnataka for 7 Years (Non-Reservation)

• If your academic records (from Class 1 to 10) are available in the Student Achievement Tracking System (SATS), you will receive a “Successfully Verified” Claim Certificate.
• No need for further verification at the college level.
• Your application is automatically accepted.

B. Candidates Who Have Studied in Karnataka for 10 Years and Claim Reservation

• These candidates will receive a Claim Certificate with one of the following statuses:
  • “Claimed Verified” – Successfully verified; no further action needed.
  • “Claimed Not Verified” – Need to visit the designated verification center.
  • “Not Claimed” – Candidates must provide additional proof of eligibility.

1. What to do if your claim is not verified? :

• Original documents
• One set of photocopies
• Any additional proof of residency or eligibility

2. For Candidates Under Clause Codes ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’, ‘I’, ‘J’, ‘K’, ‘L’, ‘M’, ‘N’

These candidates fall under non-Karnataka quotas, linguistic minority groups, or special categories.

• KEA will publish a document verification schedule on its official website.
• Candidates must check the website regularly to know their assigned verification date and center.

Action Required:

• Visit the designated verification center as per the schedule.
• Carry all required original documents and photocopies.

3. Candidates Under Clause Codes ‘E’, ‘F’, ‘G’, ‘H’, ‘O’

• Candidates in this category must get their academic documents verified at their current PUC/12th standard college.
• Special cases like Defence, Ex-Defence, CAPF, and Ex-CAPF must submit additional documents separately to KEA.

4. Online Verification for Caste and Income Certificates

To make the verification process smoother, KEA has introduced online verification for Caste and Income Certificates.

• Candidates do not need to submit physical caste and income certificates if their records are linked to the RD (Reference Document) number.
• To check the validity of your certificate:
  1. Visit the Karnataka government’s online portal.
  2. Enter your RD number.
  3. Ensure all details match your KCET application.

Important: Incorrect or expired certificates may result in cancellation of your application.

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What Happens After KCET 2025 Document Verification?

After verification, the Principal of your PUC/12th standard college will approve the process online by clicking “OK” in the KEA portal.

1. If your documents are valid, you can proceed to the next stage of admission.
2. If fake documents are submitted, KEA will take strict action, including:
   • Disqualification from the admission process
   • Legal proceedings

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