The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened option entry for KCET (UGCET) 2026 counselling. Students who qualified through KCET and NEET UG can now select their preferred colleges and courses online. The authority also enabled verification slip downloads. These slips are mandatory for participation in seat allotment rounds.
KCET 2026 Counselling Schedule
The KEA has released a schedule for the counselling process. Option entry began on June 20, 2026 . NEET UG students can enter options starting June 22, 2026 . The deadline for option entry is June 30, 2026 , at 10:30 AM.
A mock seat allotment result will be available on July 6, 2026 . Candidates can modify their options from 2:00 PM on July 6 until 10:00 AM on July 9, 2026 . The first round seat allotment result is scheduled for July 15, 2026 , after 11:00 AM.
Verification Slip Requirement
Candidates must download their verification slips. This is a requirement for all counselling and seat allotment participation. KEA instructed students facing issues to contact the authority directly. Without a valid verification slip, candidates cannot submit web options or join allotment rounds.
How to Complete Option Entry
To submit college and course choices, follow these steps:
- Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Log in using your CET number and credentials.
- Navigate to the option entry section.
- Select colleges and courses in your preferred order.
- Save and review your selections.
- Lock your choices before the deadline.
- Download and keep a copy of your submitted options.
The option entry process is critical for seat allocation in engineering, agriculture, veterinary science, nursing, and physiotherapy programs. The KEA counselling process is now in a key phase with the opening of option entry for NEET UG students on June 22. Candidates must finalize choices by June 30. All necessary documents, including the verification slip, must be ready. The mock allotment on July 6 and first-round allotment on July 15 will determine admissions for many students across Karnataka.
