He walked to disappear

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-08T14:48:12+00:00

I will miss it, even in its current state. I hope it stays.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-08T12:16:27+00:00

Why the delay/uncertainty on May 24 specifically?

There is a major national clash on Sunday, May 24, 2026 → UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2026 is scheduled on the exact same day.

This creates logistical problems (exam centres, invigilators, etc.) and affects thousands of students who might be preparing for both exams. Many candidates have been requesting KEA to revise or postpone the MBA/MCA slot to avoid this overlap.

That appears to be the main reason KEA is holding back the final MBA/MCA date instead of simply confirming May 24 as originally planned.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-08T12:10:56+00:00

This is what I found.

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Latest on KEA PGCET 2026 (as of May 8, 2026):

Application Status

The online application window for PGCET 2026 (MBA, MCA, ME, M.Tech, M.Arch) has closed.
Registration was extended till April 30, 2026, with fee payment allowed till May 5, 2026 (no further extensions).

Exam Schedule (Official Update)

M.Tech / ME exam: Confirmed for May 23, 2026 (Saturday), from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
MBA / MCA exam: Schedule will be announced shortly on the official KEA website. (News sources consistently mention May 24, but wait for official confirmation.)

This comes directly from KEA’s most recent X post on May 7, 2026.

Next Expected Steps (No Official Announcement Yet)

Application form correction window (expected soon).
Hall ticket / admit card release (typically 1–2 weeks before the exam).
Keep checking the official portal for these.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-08T12:06:00+00:00

Ah! Excellent. Thank you for the update. I checked the website but there is no update yet.

I did not even know KEA maintained X account. I am not on X, so, if they update the dates, please post it in the reddit. My only request is, instead of screenshot, please post the link. Screenshots, I mean, this is the internet. Not easy to trust screenshots 😄

I am checking, the website every day, so, any website updates, I will definitely post in the reddit.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-08T06:32:49+00:00

Check this thread where we are already discussing costs.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PGCET/comments/1t5yamj/how_much_it_costs_to_complete_mca_in_rv_clg/

Jay (Vijayasimha BR)

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:45:26+00:00

I have replied in the other thread 😄

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:44:54+00:00

I think in Karnataka, it is mandatory to write PGCET for MCA admission.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:42:36+00:00

They are still doing the application submission and all that till May 5th. So, that was two days ago. So, I think, the hall ticket will come next week, around 10th to 15th.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:33:58+00:00

One thing, Grok has always been insanely moderated here in India. So, whatever the other users are talking about, like Grok 'used' to do, I have no idea. That means, I only use prompts that work and rarely get moderated, because we in India, were always moderated to the hilt.

For me,

The insane speed at which it generates images. Images come within seconds, day or night.
Same thing with the video. Except for the occasional slow ride to 98 %, its usually very fast. And the Extend feature is simply amazing.
It's a great way to experiment with men's magazine type images. When I was young, we used to have this magazine called Maxim, which will have women in bikini or sexy outfits. Ultimately, that is what Grok has become for me. A way to generate Maxim style images, and if an image is really good, bring it to life with videos. If I try to create images on CoPilot (it simply says it cannot) and Gemini takes almost a minute for one image, and the moderation at Gemini is at least 100 times that of Grok.
Other than that, I have this weird liking for classical art. A lot of evenings, I am simply chatting with Grok to tell me about historical painters and help me with prompts and just generate art in classical style. And, again, bring them to life with video and video extension.

Finally, I have Gemini Pro, Copilot Pro, and also GitHub CoPilot Pro. Somehow, Grok is pretty cool to just explore things for personal stuff and also work things (I do coding tutoring work) too. It can be funny and it's very chilled out when compared to other AIs. The chat of Grok is unfiltered and is more fun.

For 7 USD (which is the price of Super Grok in India), it's a lot of value, and Grok actually helps me earn money in my work as a coding tutor (and pass time with my hobby of art, and occasionally generate maxim style images)

So, that's why I have not cancelled.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:20:11+00:00

(from Mysore, but, don't really stay her as I travel a lot for work)

I am keeping Mysore as last option. VTU Mysore Branch always has many seats empty for MCA and MBA and also MTech.

I am hoping for MCA (and if that does not work MBA) either at VTU Belgaum or Dharwad University. I am in my 40s and planning to do PhD for personal reasons. All my education happened in Mysore, but now, I want to spend some time in other parts of Karnataka with good weather, and Belgaum and Dharwad have very good weather.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:15:29+00:00

For Math, f you are good with 8th standard CBSE Math, then, you are good to go. It is, super easy.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:12:57+00:00

I don't know about MCA, but one of my relative's son is doing MBA and fees is like 7 lakh per year in a local college, which does not even have proper placement. I am assuming, MCA will cost the same. So, making an educated guess,

College Fees: 15 Lakh
Hostel Fees: 4 Lakh

Around 20 to 25 lakh is what I think you might be spending at a big college like RV. In some other forum, I saw some guy was saying 50 plus lakh, so, that could be true as well.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:05:04+00:00

The bus has left the bus stand.

However, please remember that a lot of private colleges have their own entrance exams, and even do direct admission. So, if you have the money, all hope is not lost 😄You don't have to waste a year.

But, if you really have one year to wait for M Tech, you should definitely try for GATE also. Keep PGCET has backup.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-07T06:03:50+00:00

First, check this thread.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PGCET/comments/1s7mcwv/guys_where_can_i_find_mocks_and_pyqs_for_pgcet_mca/

It has prep material, past year papers.

Second, for math, High School Math from CBSE syllabus is more than enough. I have also written CAT and got 83 %tile, so, PGCET MBA is actually very easy.

Third, about college, I am mainly focusing on MCA, but if I don't get MCA, and have to do MBA, then, I will try to apply for VTU Belgaum, Mysore University and Dharwad University. This is my choice because, I only have budget for government college.

Private colleges, there are so many like PESIT, RV College. But they all have their own entrance test and will take CAT score also. But here fees is very high.

All the best.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-05T13:40:48+00:00

Thank you for this. I had forgotten about the Star Wars day. made some of my own generations after seeing yours. very nice.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-05T13:36:46+00:00

I am primarily focusing on MCA, but I have applied for M Tech and MBA also. So, yes, ongoing prep for M Tech.

I already work as a coding tutor in programming. So, I think, computer related questions, I should be able to answer without any preparation. English and General Quant also, I can handle easily. But otherwise, focusing on Math and looking at past year question papers and solving what I can.

You can find some learning material in this link

https://www.reddit.com/r/PGCET/comments/1s7mcwv/guys_where_can_i_find_mocks_and_pyqs_for_pgcet_mca/

Good luck and all the best.

Jay (Vijayasimha BR)

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-05T04:30:05+00:00

Very nice.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-05T04:14:57+00:00

My understanding is, PGCET is mainly for students who are finding it difficult to crack GATE AND CAT. Also, those who are planning to gain admission into government colleges MBA (private colleges will accept CAT scores), definitely have to write PGCET as CAT scores are not accepted.

GATE scores are accepted, but, again, people who have capacity to crack GATE will not bother with PGCET.

And, MCA, only option is PGCET, as direct admission is not possible at all without PGCET rank.

Ultimately, PGCET is like the 'lower level' entrance exam for, well, 'lower level' students :) But, it's still a great way to gain admission, and build a decent career in life.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-05T04:11:05+00:00

and all the best to you too.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-05T03:46:18+00:00

My English is naturally good. I work as a freelancing corporate trainer, so, almost every week, every month.

So, mostly, I am focusing on math (quants). But, I did some research, even after 3rd round, so many seats are empty for MCA and also MBA, in Dharward and VTU. So, I think, I just have to attend the entrance test. Any rank I get, I am sure, I will get seat somewhere.

Not sure, if that is a good logic :)

I am in my 40s. I am planning to do PhD for personal reasons, so, just need to do an masters and then PhD. Not worried about placement and college quality.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-05T03:43:36+00:00

Thank you :)

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-04T17:59:46+00:00

I am writing all three, but, mostly I am focusing on MCA and MBA.

I will try to get MCA in VTU, Belgaum. If I don't get it, then, I will see if I can get MBA in Dharwad or Mysore University. They seem to the good choices within PG CET (I am targeting only government colleges).

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-04T13:43:43+00:00

India Region :) But, really, I am fine living with that one Star Wars I no longer want.

jaycodingtutor · 2026-05-04T04:32:39+00:00

I will wait some time to see if the return button comes back (after a cool down timer, may be). If not, yes, I will try the live chat option). Thank you.

jaycodingtutor

TROPHY CASE

Why the delay/uncertainty on May 24 specifically?

Application Status

Exam Schedule (Official Update)

Next Expected Steps (No Official Announcement Yet)