KS DAT 2026 registration begins: Check list of required documents, direct link to apply

KS DAT 2026: The LBS Centre for Science and Technology has started the registration process for the Kerala State Design Aptitude Test (KS DAT) 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website, which is lbsapplications.kerala.gov.in/ksdat2026/.

The last date to submit the application form is June 5, 2026.

What is KS DAT 2026 for?

KS DAT is an entrance exam conducted for admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme offered by participating institutes across Kerala.

Application fee

Candidates need to pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, or net banking:

• Rs 1,300 for general category
• Rs 650 for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates

Important note on certificates

The validity of certificates will be checked based on the last date of application submission:

• Non-creamy layer certificate: valid for 1 year
• Income certificate: valid for 1 year
• Community certificate: valid for 3 years

Eligibility criteria

To apply for KS DAT 2026, candidates must:

• Have passed 10+2 or equivalent from Higher Secondary Education (HSE) Kerala or any board recognised by Kerala Technological University (KTU), as per All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) norms
• Score at least 45% marks (general category)
• Score at least 40% marks (reserved categories)

List of required documents

Candidates must keep the following documents ready while filling out the form:

• SSLC book or any proof of date of birth
• Nativity proof
• Academic documents (mark list or hall ticket of qualifying exam)
• Non-creamy layer certificate (if applicable)
• Community certificate (if applicable)
• Inter-caste certificate (if applicable)
• Certificate for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), if applicable
• Medical fitness certificate
• Income certificate (if applicable)
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate
• Any other documents mentioned in the official notification

Steps to apply for KS DAT 2026

Follow these simple steps to complete your registration:

1. Visit the official website which is lbsapplications.kerala.gov.in/ksdat
2. Click on “New Registration” on the homepage
3. Fill in the required details
4. Click on “Save & Continue” and pay the application fee
5. Upload the necessary documents
6. Submit the form
7. Download and print the confirmation page for future use

Direct link here.

Candidates are advised to fill out the form carefully and upload all required documents to avoid rejection.

Check the results here: Maharashtra Board SSC Result 2026 and WBBSE Madhyamik Result 2026.

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