KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Eligibility and Selection Criteria

 

 

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota) has established clear and structured guidelines for candidates seeking admission through the sports quota in the Common Entrance Test (CET) 2025. This provision recognizes and rewards students who have demonstrated excellence in sports at the state, national, or international levels in the KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota.

This blog explains the Sports Quota eligibility criteria, Sports Quota Selection Criteria, marking scheme, and resolution of tie-breaking scenarios for admissions under the KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota. KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Candidates and guardians must carefully read these details before applying.

For official details, refer to the KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Selection Criteria notification here: KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Guidelines PDF.

The verification date for KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Candidates is from 16th May 2025 to 20th May 2025.

Sports Quota Eligibility Criteria

KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Candidates aspiring to claim a seat under the sports quota should understand and meet the following Sports Quota eligibility criteria fully:

• The applicant must have represented Karnataka state or India in recognized sports competitions and must have participated or won medals.
  
  
• The participation or medals should be from competitions held within the last three financial years, including the year the CET 2025 application is submitted.
  
  
• The verification date for KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Candidates is from 16th May 2025 to 20th May 2025.
  
  

Illustration of Eligible Financial Years

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Sports Quota Selection Criteria

The Sports Quota Selection Criteria will follow a systematic and merit-based evaluation of their sports achievements.

1. Best Achievements Considered

• Only the two best/highest achievements in sports from the eligible three financial years will be considered.
  
  
• Only one highest achievement will be taken from each financial year.
  
  

2. Marking Scheme

According to the KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota's official notification, marks are assigned to each sports achievement based on Annexure-1. Higher-level events (like the Olympics or Asian Games) receive greater weightage than state—or district-level events.

3. Tie-Breaking Rule

In case of a tie between two or more candidates, the third-best achievement in the three years will be considered for tie resolution.

4. Preparation of Merit List

The merit list for the sports quota will be prepared by summing up the marks of the two 

 

Mark Allocation for Sports Achievements

Although the detailed Annexure-1 is part of the official KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota notification, here is a simplified summary of the typical marking structure based on the level and outcome of sports participation:

Note: These are representative values. KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota Candidates must refer to the official PDF for accurate and updated values.

Refer to the Official PDF

FAQs

Q1. Who can apply under the sports quota for CET 2025?

Ans: Candidates who have represented the state or country in recognized sports competitions and have either participated or won medals during the last three financial years, including the year of application.

 

Q2. Can I submit two achievements from the same financial year?

Ans: No. Only one highest achievement per financial year is considered. The highest achievements from the two financial years will be evaluated for merit calculation.

 

Q3. What happens if there is a tie in the merit list?

Ans: The third-best sports achievement during the 3 years will be used as a tie-breaker.

 

Q4. Are Para Games achievements considered under the sports quota?

Ans: Yes, the corresponding sports/games in the Para Games, as recognized in the latest Olympic/Asian/Commonwealth/National Games, are valid.

 

Q5. Where can I find the complete list of marks awarded for each type of sports achievement?

Ans: You can view the full details in Annexure-1 of the official KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota notification.

 

The KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota is a powerful avenue for deserving student-athletes to gain recognition and secure seats in professional courses. Candidates can maximize their chances of selection by strictly adhering to the eligibility criteria and meticulously documenting their sports achievements. Applicants must stay updated with KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota’s official announcements and complete all required processes promptly and accurately.

Refer to the official KEA KCET 2025 Sports Quota notification for detailed guidelines.

 

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