FAQS COMEDK-2016

1. What do these abbreviations stand for?
   a) OAF – Online Application Form b) TAT – Test Admission Ticket
2. What computer knowledge is required to appear for Computer Based Test mode?
   The candidate needs to know how to operate the computer mouse
3. What will be the medium of UGET 2016 Online Computer Based Test?
   Medium of Examination will be English Language only
4. What will happen in case there is some problem in computer during the examination?
   There will be enough buffer systems available in the examination centre to take care of such problems and time lost in change of system will be duly taken care as each and every second will be recorded by the server
5. Will there be a question booklet like in offline examination?
   In Online Computer based test, the questions will appear on computer screen along with the answer options. Instruction page will also be displayed before the actual test begins. The time of reading of instructions will not be part of examination duration
6. How will I answer a question in UGET 2016 computer based test?
   There will be four options for each question. You have to click one of the options using your computer mouse which can be reviewed or re-answered any time during the duration of the examination.
7. Can I change my answer during the exam?
   You can change your answer any number of times before completing the session for the exam online.
8. Is the Entrance Test open only to Karnataka students?
   No, this test is open to all the eligible students in the country.
9. Are candidates applying from outside the State of Karnataka eligible to get the benefit of lower eligibility qualifying marks?
   No, Only SC/ST /OBC candidates belonging to Karnataka are eligible to get the benefit of lower eligible qualifying marks.
10. I have finished my 2nd PUC /12th STD a few years ago. Am I eligible for these courses?
    For MBBS /BDS courses, you are not eligible if you have passed the 2nd PUC/12th standard prior to 2014 .For B.Tech stream you would be eligible as per the norms of AICTE/VTU
11. Is there an age limit for the course?
    Yes. He/she shall complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission to the MBBS/BDS course. (i.e. 31/12/2016).
12. I have completed my diploma course. Can I apply to COMEDK and its Member Institutions for 2nd year / 3rd semester?
    No. This notification is only for admissions to the 1st year/semester in MBBS, BDS and B.E Thus; you cannot apply for the 2nd Year (lateral entry scheme).
13. I am interested in applying for certain courses, but these are not listed in the course list provided in the website?
    The course list provided in the website is limited to only those courses offered by COMEDK Member Institutions.
14. When is the last date to apply?
    Last date for filling in the Online Application Form is on or before 4th April 2016
15. What is the procedure of seat selection?
    Selection of seats for the Under Graduate course in Member Institutions is based on merit, taking into account the performance of the candidate in COMEDK UGET-2016. COMEDK entrance test, publication of test score and rank list will be followed by centralized counseling (Single window). The details of the arrangement made will be published in due course on our website, www.comedk.org.
16. How to apply to COMEDK UGET 2016?
    The Candidates have to register themselves at www.comedk.org. On Registration the applicant will be provided with Login ID and Password. The application process requires the candidate to complete the prescribed online application form and submit it along with relevant documents and prescribed fees.
17. How many times can I register for COMEDK UGET 2016 exam?
    As many times as you wish; but the E-mail ID once used for making a request cannot be used again. Also the Application fee is non-refundable and hence each Application has to be accompanied with a fresh Application fee. There is also the danger of multiple Applications being rejected; therefore the candidates are advised to be extremely careful while applying.
18. Can I send a black & white photograph with the Application Form?
    No, the photograph to be provided in the application form has to be identical color photograph. It should not be more than 3 months old. Application with smudged / tampered or hazy photograph will not be accepted.
19. What mode of payment is acceptable for paying the fee?
    Both online and offline payment modes are available. Online payment through debit card/credit card /net banking is available and offline through Challan payment from Axis bank is acceptable.
20. I have not received the E-mail post Registration online?
    Kindly contact the COMEDK Helpdesk to seek clarification and to know about the way forward.
21. Whether COMEDK sends a hard copy of Test Admission Ticket to the candidates?
    No, Test Admission Tickets have to be downloaded and printed from our website and no hard copies would be dispatched.
22. If I have 5 clarifications in the provisional answer key, then do I have to make online payment of Rs. 500 or Rs.2500?
    You have to make online payment of Rs.2500. (Rs.500 per clarification) along the relevant details as mentioned in the online form.
23. Would I get a refund for the amount, which I have sent along with my clarification/s?
    You would be entitled for a refund only to the extent your clarification/s is/are upheld by the COMEDK academic committee. The refund would be made to the candidate/s account after the COMEDK UGET 2016 process is completed.
24. How will I know my test results?
    The results will be uploaded under applicant login in the COMEDK website (www.comedk.org) for all the eligible candidates only.
25. Whether COMEDK sends a hard copy of the Rank Card to the candidates?
    No, Rank cards have to be downloaded and printed from our website. Hard copies WOULD NOT is dispatched.
26. I cannot view the “submit” or “Save” button in the online application form
    Please check the version of browser that you are currently using. Kindly use Internet Explorer(version 7 to 11) or Mozilla Firefox(14 to 34) or Google Chrome(20 to 36) to fill in the Application Form. Also clear your browsing history and cache and retry.
27. I realized that I made an error while filling the application form. What do I do?
    If you have not clicked on the “Submit” Button, you can edit the application form any number of times .However information provided at the time of registration cannot be changed later on. If you have already completed your online application form and have submitted the form online, then no changes can be made. You have the option to fill a new application form with an alternate email id. However please note that fee once paid is non-refundable. Hence candidates are advised to review all information in application form before clicking on “submit” button.
28. How many Exams do I have to attend if I want to apply for both COMEDK UGET and Uni- GAUGE EMeD Exam?
    You will be attending one exam only. Previously these exams were being conducted as 2 separate exams. COMEDK UGET was conducted as an offline entrance exam in Karnataka. Uni-GAUGE EMeD was being done as an online entrance across India. On 8th May 2016, these two exams will be conducted on the "Same Day" during the "Same Session" and as “One Combined Exam". This will reduce the need for students to prepare and attend multiple exams.
29. If I want to attend only COMEDK UGET 2016 or only Uni-GAUGE EMeD 2016, will it be conducted on a separate date OR can I choose the sessions/shifts?
    No, COMEDK UGET 2016 and Uni-GAUGE EMeD 2016 will be conducted as a combined exam on 8th May 2016 ONLY
30. If I opt for both COMEDK UGET and Uni-GAUGE EMeD what will be the exam and counseling process?

    	COMEDK UGET 2016	Uni-GAUGE EMeD 2016
    Exam Date and Time	Exam will be held on 8th May 2016
    Application form and Test Admission Ticket (TAT)	Same application form and TAT for both
    Score card/ Rank	Separate Score Card for COMEDK with Ranks in COMEDK	Separate Score card for Uni-GAUGE
    Counseling	Centralized counseling by COMEDK at Bangalore. Updates available on COMEDK website	Apply separately with your score card to individual Member Universities of ERA Foundation. Counseling held separately by individual Universities .Updates will be available on individual University websites
    Tie Breaker in case of Equal Marks and Eligibility	Managed by COMEDK as updated in brochure and website	Managed by individual Member Universities who accept Uni-GAUGE score card.
    Institutions/University	COMEDK institutions are separate	Uni-GAUGE institutions are separate