Website Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET)
The Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) 2025 has been announced by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). This exam is conducted for the post of Assistant Professor/ Lecturer in universities and colleges across Karnataka. Eligible candidates can apply online from 28th August 2025 to 18th September 2025. The exam will be conducted on 2nd November 2025.
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About Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is the state-level organization responsible for conducting various entrance and eligibility tests in Karnataka, including KSET. The KSET exam determines the eligibility of candidates for Assistant Professor positions in Government, Aided, and Private institutions.
KSET Recruitment 2025
The Karnataka SET 2025 recruitment is open for eligible candidates with a Master’s Degree or those in the final year of their postgraduate program.
KSET Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Organization Name | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Name | Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) for Assistant Professor |
| Education Qualification | Master’s Degree in a relevant subject (with minimum marks as per category) |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Application Start Date | 28th August 2025 |
| Application End Date (without late fee) | 18th September 2025 |
| Application End Date (with late fee) | 19th September 2025 |
| Exam Date | 2nd November 2025 (Sunday) |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
KSET Recruitment 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a UGC-recognized university.
- General Category: Minimum 55% marks; SC/ST/OBC/PwD/LGBTQ/Transgender: Minimum 50% marks.
- Final-year Master’s students or those awaiting results can apply provisionally.
- PhD holders who completed both PG and PhD before 19th September 1991 get 5% relaxation.
- Candidates already qualified in KSET for a subject cannot reapply for the same subject.
KSET Recruitment 2025 – Age Limit
There is no upper age limit for applying to KSET 2025.
KSET Recruitment 2025 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/ Cat-IIA/ IIB/ IIIA/ IIIB/ Other State Candidates | Rs. 1000/- |
| Cat-I/ SC/ ST/ PwD/ Transgender Candidates | Rs. 700/- |
KSET Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
The selection process will be based on the candidate’s performance in the written exam (offline mode). Final eligibility will be determined after verification of academic qualifications.
KSET Recruitment 2025 – Application Process
- Visit the official Karnataka SET website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Click on “Register” or “Login” to start the application process.
- Fill in personal and academic details carefully.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, etc.).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the application form and submit.
- Take a printout of the confirmation page for reference.
Official Notification Click Here
To apply for this job please visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.