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Reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) in Karnataka Government Colleges

• Overview

In Karnataka, government colleges offering professional courses (such as engineering and medical) reserve 5% of total seats for Persons with Disabilities (PwD).

- This policy aims to promote accessibility and inclusivity in higher education.

• Engineering (KEA/CET Quota)

Total Seats (2025–26):Approximately 135,969

- PwD Reservation (5%):Around 6,800 seats are reserved for PwD candidates

• MBBS (Government Medical Colleges)

Total Government MBBS Seats: Approximately 3,950

- PwD Reservation (5%): About 200 seats are reserved for PwD candidates

• Verification Process
• 2024 Data:

- 834 PwD applicants appeared for medical verification.

- 331 candidates were successfully cleared.

• - 2025 Updates:

- The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has increased the rigor of the verification process.

- Measures include doubling the number of senior medical teams and strengthening assessments for vision, hearing, and locomotor disabilities.

• Additional Information

- For details regarding specific colleges or other course categories (e.g., BAMS, Law, or postgraduate programs), further information is available upon request.