The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the deadline for candidates to finalize their admissions following the first round of Karnataka UGCET 2026 counselling. This extension impacts students who received seat allotments for various professional courses.
UGCET 2026 Admission Timeline Extended
Candidates must now select their preferred course and college choices by July 28, 2026 . This step is crucial for confirming their provisional seat allotment from the first round.
Students who select 'Choice 1' – indicating acceptance of their current allotment – have an additional day to complete financial transactions. The fee payment window closes on July 29, 2026 , at 4:00 PM, coinciding with bank transaction hours. Simultaneously, candidates must download their Seat Confirmation Slip within this period.
Reporting to the allotted college is mandatory for 'Choice 1' candidates. They must present their fee payment receipt and downloaded Seat Confirmation Slip by 6:00 PM on July 29, 2026 . Failure to meet this deadline will result in the forfeiture of the allotted seat.
Key Dates for UGCET 2026 Round 1
| Activity | Extended Date |
| Selecting Choices | July 28, 2026 |
| Fee Payment & Download Seat Confirmation Slip (Choice 1) | July 29, 2026 (Up to 4:00 PM) |
| Reporting to College (Choice 1) | July 29, 2026 (Up to 6:00 PM) |
Consequences of Inaction
The KEA notification emphasizes the importance of timely action. If a candidate fails to select their choices by the stipulated deadline, it will be officially recorded as 'Choice 4'. This designation means the candidate is considered uninterested in the first-round allotment.
Candidates who receive a 'Choice 4' status will become ineligible to participate in any subsequent counselling rounds for UGCET 2026. This applies to all courses, including Engineering, Architecture, Agricultural Science, Veterinary, B.Sc (Nursing), Yoga & Naturopathy, BPT, BPO, and Allied Health Sciences.
