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Best PhD Colleges accepting KCET 2026

Looking for the best PhD colleges in India that accept KCET for 2026? We list 57 verified PhD colleges in India that accept KCET, ranked by NIRF / EduNext rankings. Compare fees, eligibility, cutoffs, placements and reviews — all in one place, with zero spam calls.

Top PhD colleges

  1. 1

    KLE University's College of Pharmacy Belgaum

    Karnataka, Belgaum

    Ranking Overall #48 4.2 (5)
  2. 2

    MS Ramaiah University

    University House, Gnanagangothri Campus, New BEL Road, M S R Nagar India

    NIRF Overall #101
  3. 3

    NITTE

    6th Flr, University Enclave, Medical Sciences Complex, Deralakatte India

    NIRF Overall #101
  4. 4

    UAS Bangalore

    Karnataka, Bangalore

    NIRF Overall #101
  5. 5

    University of Mysore

    Karnataka, Mysore

    NIRF Overall #101
  6. 6

    VTU

    Karnataka, Belagavi

    NIRF Overall #101
  7. 7

    PES University Bangalore

    Karnataka, Bangalore

    NIRF Overall #151
  8. 8

    REVA University Bangalore

    Rukmini Knowledge Park, Kattigenahalli, Yelahanka India

    NIRF Overall #151
  9. 9

    UAS Raichur

    Karnataka, Raichur

    NIRF Overall #151
  10. 10

    University of Agricultural Sciences Raichur

    Karnataka, Raichur

    Ranking Overall #163 4.3 (42)
  11. 11

    JSS Science and Technology University

    Karnataka, Mysore

    Ranking Overall #190
  12. 12

    Presidency University

    Itgalpur Rajanakunte, Yelahanka India

    Indiatoday Overall #39
  13. 13

    Garden City University Bangalore

    Karnataka, Bangalore

    Indiatoday Overall #91
  14. 14

    Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University Dharwad

    Karnataka, Dharwad

    The Week Overall #16
  15. 15

    CMR University

    #2, 3rd 'C' Cross, 6th 'A' Main HRBR Layout, 2nd Block. Kalyana Nagar, Bengaluru India

    Outlook Overall #35
  16. 16

    KLE Technological University Hubli

    Karnataka, Hubli

    Outlook Overall #36
  17. 17

    JSS Science and Technology University Mysore

    Campus Roads, University Of Mysore Campus, Mysuru India

    IIRF Overall #14
  18. 18

    Acharya & BM Reddy College of Pharmacy Bangalore

    Karnataka, Bangalore

  19. 19

    Aditya Bangalore Institute of Pharmacy Education and Research

    Madhya Pradesh, Agar

  20. 20

    Alliance School of Applied Engineering Bangalore

    Chikkahagade Cross, Chandapura - Anekal Main Road, Anekal India

  21. 21

    Alliance School of Computer Science & Engineering Bangalore

    Chikkahagade Cross, Chandapura - Anekal Main Road, Anekal India

  22. 22

    AMC Engineering College Bangalore

    Karnataka, Bangalore

  23. 23

    BMS School of Architecture Bangalore

  24. 24

    Chanakya University Bangalore

    NH - 648, Haraluru - Polanahalli ,Near Kempegowda International Airport Devanahalli India

  25. 25

    Christ University, Faculty of Engineering Bangalore

Frequently asked questions

How many PhD colleges are there accepting KCET?

There are 57 PhD colleges accepting KCET listed on EduNext for 2026 admissions.

Which are the best PhD colleges accepting KCET?

Some of the top-ranked options are KLE University's College of Pharmacy Belgaum, MS Ramaiah University, NITTE, UAS Bangalore, University of Mysore. The full ranked list with fees and reviews is above.

Do these colleges accept KCET scores?

Yes. Every college listed here considers KCET for admission to its PhD programme. Always confirm the latest cutoff on the college page.

How can I apply to these colleges?

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