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Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2025: Registration, Dates, Merit List, Seat Allotment & Reporting Details

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Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 is conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) for admission to MBBS and BDS courses under the state quota seats in government, private, and minority medical and dental colleges across the state. This counselling process is exclusively for students who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and wish to pursue their undergraduate medical education in Karnataka.


The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the UGNEET 2026 registration deadline to 30 July 2026. Eligible NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates can complete the registration process within the extended timeline. KEA will also provide a NEET Roll Number Linking Facility for eligible applicants.

πŸ“’ Latest KEA Update – UG NEET 2026

KEA has released the UGNEET 2026 Round 1 seat allotment schedule. The Medical & Dental seat matrix was displayed on 7 August 2026. Option entry for eligible candidates started from 7 August 2026 at 7:00 PM and will remain open till 13 August 2026 at 9:00 AM. The provisional Round 1 UGNEET seat allotment result will be published on 19 August 2026 after 10:00 AM.

πŸ“… Karnataka UG NEET 2026 Registration Extended Till 30 July

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the UGNEET 2026 registration deadline to 30 July 2026. The extension is applicable to NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who have not yet completed the KEA UGNEET registration.

KEA will also activate a NEET Roll Number Linking Facility for candidates who had already registered through UGCET but need to link their NEET UG 2026 roll number before counselling.

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 Highlights

ParticularsDetails
Counselling AuthorityKarnataka Examination Authority (KEA)
Exam AcceptedNEET UG 2026
Courses OfferedMBBS, BDS
Total Colleges72 (Government & Private)
Total Seats12,945
Counselling ModeOnline
Quota Covered85% State Quota, Private/Minority/Management
Official Websitekea.kar.nic.in

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Karnataka MBBS Counselling Package

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Our counselling package is designed to provide structured and personalized guidance throughout the admission process, subject to eligibility, rank, category, domicile and applicable counselling rules.

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βœ” Choice filling status monitoring
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βœ” State domicile eligibility
βœ” Budget considerations

Realistic Assessment

βœ” Safe choices
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βœ” Practical seat probability analysis
βœ” Avoidance of unrealistic expectations

Complete Document Guidance

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βœ” Document upload assistance

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βœ” Round 2 Strategy
βœ” Mop-Up Round Strategy
βœ” Stray Vacancy Round Strategy

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βœ… Personalized Karnataka MBBS Counselling Guidance

βœ… Customized Choice Filling Strategy

βœ… Round 1 to Final Round Support

βœ… Continuous WhatsApp Assistance Throughout the Counselling Process

βœ… Rank-Based College Selection

βœ… Document Guidance and Reporting Support

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Disclaimer

Counselling guidance is provided for either one Government Medical College under All India Quota (AIQ) or one Karnataka Private Medical College, subject to eligibility, NEET rank, category, domicile and counselling rules applicable during the admission process. Admission or seat allotment cannot be guaranteed.

Registration for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026

The registration window for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 was open on the KEA official portal. During this period, candidates were required to:

  • Register online using NEET 2026 roll number and details
  • Upload scanned documents
  • Pay the counselling registration fee
  • Download the application form for verification

Candidates who have not yet completed the KEA UGNEET 2026 registration can utilise the extended registration window up to 30 July 2026. KEA will also provide a NEET Roll Number Linking Facility for eligible candidates who have already registered through UGCET.

Latest News & Notifications

KEA UGNEET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Schedule Released

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the UGNEET 2026 Round 1 counselling schedule for MBBS and BDS admissions. The Medical and Dental Seat Matrix was displayed on 7 August 2026.

Round 1 Choice Filling / Option Entry: Eligible candidates can enter, add, modify, delete or reorder their choices from 7 August 2026 at 7:00 PM to 13 August 2026 at 9:00 AM.

Choice-1 / Choice-2 Seat Surrender: Candidates wishing to surrender their allotted seat must complete the surrender process on or before 13 August 2026 at 11:00 AM, as per KEA instructions.

Round 1 Provisional Seat Allotment: The UGNEET 2026 Round 1 provisional seat allotment result will be published on 19 August 2026 after 10:00 AM. Candidates should regularly check the KEA website for further counselling and admission updates.

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Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule

EventDate
NEET UG 2026 Result Declaration16 July 2026
Karnataka NEET UG Registration

5 July 2026 – 30 July 2026 (Extended)

Document VerificationAs per KEA Schedule
Karnataka NEET UG Merit ListTo be announced

Round 1 Counselling Schedule

EventDate
Medical & Dental Seat Matrix Display07 August 2026
Choice Filling / Option Entry07 August 2026 (07:00 PM) to 13 August 2026 (09:00 AM)
Option Modification / Add / Delete / Re-order07 August 2026 (07:00 PM) to 13 August 2026 (09:00 AM)
Choice-1 / Choice-2 Seat SurrenderOn or before 13 August 2026 (11:00 AM)
Provisional Round 1 Seat Allotment Result19 August 2026 (After 10:00 AM)

Note: Candidates should complete their option entry and other required activities within the prescribed KEA schedule.

Round 2 Counselling Schedule (To be updated)

EventDate
Fresh Option Entry for Round 2To be announced
Round 2 Seat Allotment ResultTo be announced
Download of Allotment LetterTo be announced
Reporting to Allotted CollegesTo be announced

Mop-Up Round Counselling Schedule (To be updated)

EventDate
Mop-Up Registration (if applicable)To be announced
Choice Filling for Mop-Up RoundTo be announced
Mop-Up Round Seat Allotment ResultTo be announced
Reporting to Allotted CollegesTo be announced

Stray Vacancy Round (To be updated)

EventDate
Notification for Stray VacancyTo be announced
Last Date for ReportingTo be announced

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 Application Fee

CategoryFee (INR)
General2,500
SC/ST/Cat-I/PWD500
NRI/OCI/PIO5,500

Karnataka NEET UG Merit List 2025

The Karnataka NEET UG 2026 merit list will be released by KEA based on the NEET 2026 scores of candidates who registered and completed document verification successfully. The merit list will include:

  • Candidate’s Name
  • NEET Roll Number
  • NEET Rank
  • State Rank
  • Category
  • Eligibility for different seat types (GMP, OPN, HK, etc.)

The merit list determines eligibility for seat allotment and choice filling in the counselling process.

MBBS Bond Policy in Karnataka 2026

Candidates seeking MBBS admission in Karnataka should understand the applicable compulsory service requirement before taking admission.

ParticularKarnataka
Service Bond1 Year Compulsory Rural Service
PenaltyNo Penalty (Permanent Registration withheld until 1 year served)
Discontinuation PenaltyNo Penalty

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Karnataka NEET UG Choice Filling & Option Entry

After the merit list is released, eligible candidates can participate in option entry, where they can:

  • Log in to their KEA portal
  • Select preferred colleges and courses in the order of priority
  • Save and lock their choices within the given deadline

Candidates should research seat availability, previous year cutoffs, and college preferences before locking their options.

Karnataka NEET UG Seat Allotment Result 2026

KEA will publish the Karnataka NEET UG seat allotment result for each round based on:

  • Candidate’s NEET rank
  • Preferences filled during option entry
  • Category and reservation rules
  • Availability of seats

The result will be available in the form of a PDF and candidate login. Candidates can check the allotted course and college, and proceed with further steps.

Allotment Letter & Reporting to College

Once allotted a seat, candidates must:

  1. Download the provisional allotment letter from the KEA portal
  2. Pay the admission fee as instructed
  3. Report to the allotted medical/dental college within the specified time
  4. Carry original documents for final verification at the college
  5. Confirm admission by completing institutional formalities

Failure to report within the given time may result in the cancellation of the allotted seat.

Documents Required for Reporting

  • NEET UG 2026 Admit Card & Scorecard
  • KEA Application Form
  • SSLC / 10th & 12th Marks Cards
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Domicile/Study Certificate (as applicable)
  • Caste & Income Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Allotment Letter
  • Identity Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria

General Eligibility

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India.
  • Must have qualified NEET UG 2026.
  • Must be registered with KEA UGCET 2026 within the official registration window.

Eligibility for Government Quota Seats

  • Study-Based Eligibility
    • Must have passed Class 10 and Class 12 from recognized institutions located in Karnataka.
    • Or, the candidate must have studied for a minimum of 7 years in recognized educational institutions in Karnataka.
  • Parental Study-Based Eligibility
    • Candidate must have passed Class 11 and Class 12 from Karnataka.
    • Either parent should have studied in Karnataka for a minimum of 7 years.
  • Linguistic Minority Eligibility
    • The candidate or one of the parents must have Kannada, Tulu, or Kodava as their mother tongue.
    • The parent must be a domicile of Karnataka.

Other Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligibility for NRI/Management Quota Seats
    • Must be NEET UG 2026 qualified.
    • KEA registration is mandatory.
    • Must provide valid documentary proof as per KEA and NMC guidelines.
  • Age Limit
    • Candidate must be at least 17 years old as on 31st December 2026.
  • Academic Qualification
    • Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
    • Must have secured:
      • Minimum 50% marks in PCB (for General category),
      • 40% for SC/ST/OBC, and
      • 45% for PwD candidates.

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Types of Seats Covered

β€’Β  Β Β Government Quota Seats (G): For Karnataka domicile students in Government Medical Colleges

β€’Β  Β Β Private Quota Seats (P): Open to both domicile and non-domicile students in private colleges

β€’Β  Β Β NRI / Management Quota Seats (N/Q): For NRI-sponsored and management-category candidates

β€’Β  Β Β Hyderabad-Karnataka Quota (HK): For eligible candidates from Hyderabad-Karnataka regionΒ 

β€’Β  Β Β Religious / Linguistic Minority Quotas: Applicable in certain private minority institutions

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 is a highly competitive yet transparent process that determines admission to MBBS and BDS seats in the state. With registration now closed, candidates must wait for the release of the merit list and be ready for option entry and seat allotment. Those who secure a seat must complete the reporting process on time to confirm admission.

For candidates seeking guidance with college selection, option entry strategy, documentation, and seat allotment prediction, expert help is available.

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