Karnataka will begin its Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026 counselling process for engineering and other professional courses as scheduled. The state government confirmed the decision to proceed independently of the NEET 2026 admission process issues. This move aims to prevent delays in admissions for thousands of students.
The decision was made during a high-level meeting. Higher Education Minister M.C. Sudhakar chaired the meeting. The state government wants to avoid delaying admissions. This is due to ongoing concerns about the NEET UG exam. Officials stated this is to protect KCET students from uncertainty. They will not suffer due to medical entrance process issues.
KCET 2026 Counselling Details
The KCET counselling will cover engineering courses. It will also include other non-medical professional courses. Students who took the KCET exam can expect admissions. The government is prioritizing a timely academic calendar. This is for the 2026-27 academic session. The decision aims for a smoother admission process. It separates KCET from NEET 2026 results and procedures.
Next Steps
Official authorities are expected to release further counselling schedules. Admission guidelines will also be published soon. Students should monitor the official examination and counselling portals. These portals will provide updates. The government wants to ensure a consistent academic year. This decision responds to student and parent concerns about delays. These concerns have risen across India.
