To qualify in Karnataka PGCET, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks as prescribed by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) in the official notification. Generally, there is no fixed sectional cut-off, but candidates must obtain a valid rank by appearing in the examination. For admission eligibility, candidates must also meet the minimum academic qualification criteria—50% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree (45% for SC/ST and Category-I candidates of Karnataka). Final seat allotment depends on rank, reservation category, and seat availability during counselling.