Karnataka UG NEET Counselling 2026 Round 2 Option Entry - Check Status Online at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
Karnataka UG NEET Counselling 2026 Round 2 option entry will began on the official Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) portal, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates who registered for Karnataka NEET UG 2026 counselling and are eligible for Round 2 can now log in and submit, modify, or reorder their college and course preferences for MBBS and BDS admission under the state quota.
Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru |
| Counselling for | MBBS and BDS admissions under 85% state quota and private/ deemed college seats, based on NEET UG 2026 scores |
| Official portal | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Round 2 option entry | September 7, 2026 (expected) |
Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Display of UG NEET 2026 medical and dental seat matrix (Round 1) | August 7, 2026 |
| Round 1 option entry window | August 7 to August 13, 2026 |
| Provisional Round 1 seat allotment result | August 19, 2026 (after 10 am) |
| Round 2 option entry begins | September 7, 2026 (expected) |
| Round 2 option entry closes | September 9, 2026 |
How to Complete Karnataka NEET UG Round 2 Option Entry
- Visit the official KEA counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Click on the UG NEET 2026 counselling / Round 2 option entry link.
- Log in using your registration number and password created at the time of registration.
- Review the Round 2 seat matrix for medical and dental colleges before selecting choices.
- Add, delete, or re-order your college and course preferences as per your priority.
- Save your options after every change; do not close the window before confirming.
- Submit the final list of options within the option entry window and download or print the confirmation page for your records.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Carefully verify the seat matrix before submitting choices, since course and college availability can change between rounds.
- Options already entered in Round 1 typically carry forward into Round 2 unless a candidate is required to re-enter them; confirm the applicable rule for this specific round on the official notice.
- Candidates should avoid last-minute submissions to prevent portal load issues near the deadline.
- Any seat surrender, if applicable, generally has a separate offline/in-person process and deadline, distinct from online option entry.
- Always cross-verify dates, eligibility conditions, and category-specific rules from the official KEA notification rather than relying solely on news summaries.
Karnataka UG NEET Counselling 2026 - Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2 option entry begin?
KEA will start Karnataka UG NEET Counselling 2026 Round 2 option entry on September 7, 2026 (expected) at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Who is eligible for Round 2 of Karnataka NEET UG counselling?
Generally, candidates who registered for Karnataka NEET UG 2026 counselling and did not receive a Round 1 seat, along with Round 1 allottees eligible for upgrades under KEA rules, can participate in Round 2.
Can I change my Round 1 options during Round 2 option entry?
KEA typically allows eligible candidates to add, delete, or reorder options during each new round's option entry window. Whether previously submitted Round 1 options carry forward automatically depends on the official rules for this specific round, so check your login dashboard for your current option status.
Where can I check the Round 2 seat matrix for medical and dental colleges?
The seat matrix is published on the official KEA counselling portal, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, under the UG NEET 2026 counselling section, ahead of the option entry window for that round.
What documents are needed to fill options in Round 2?
Candidates generally need their KEA login credentials, NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, and the verification slip generated after document verification, along with category certificates if applicable.