The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the seat allotment schedule and seat matrix for the Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET) 2026. The admissions are for 2nd Year / 3rd Semester Engineering Courses through lateral entry. Candidates can access details on the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
DCET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Schedule
The first round of seat allotment involves candidates entering their preferred options online. This process is critical for securing a seat in engineering programs. The schedule provides specific deadlines for each step.
The key dates for the First Round Seat Allotment are as follows:
| Activity | Date/Time |
| Option Entry by Eligible Candidates | Until August 17, 2026 , 11 AM |
| Publication of First Round Final Seat Allotment Result | After August 17, 2026 , 2 PM |
| Exercising Choices | From August 17, 2026 , 4 PM to August 19, 2026 |
| Payment of Fee & Downloading Seat Confirmation Slip | August 18 - 20, 2026 |
| Reporting to College | Before August 21, 2026 , 5:30 PM |
DCET 2026 Seat Matrix Released
The seat matrix details the available seats for admission. This information is provided according to All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) guidelines. These guidelines permit up to 10% of the approved intake for lateral entry admissions.
The KEA will conduct the seat allotment process based on this final seat matrix. Candidates should review the matrix carefully before entering their options. This ensures they understand the available choices and their priorities.
Contact Information
For any assistance, candidates can contact the KEA helpdesk. Phone numbers for support are 080-23564583 and 080-23460460. Candidates can also send their queries via email to keauthority-ka@nic.in.
