Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026: Dates, Registration, Choice Filling, Seat Matrix & Seat Allotment Result

The highlights of the Karnataka NEET 2026 counselling process are shared in the table below.

The Karnataka NEET UG counselling for MBBS admissions is conducted in four stages, namely Registration, Choice filling, Seat allotment and Reporting. All these stages are equally important for those applying for Karnataka NEET UG counselling. The Karnataka NEET registration is the first step to participate in the admission process.  There will be around 4 to 5 rounds of counselling. Read further to know the details regarding the Karnataka NEET UG counselling, registration process, seat matrix and seat allotment result. Check here the complete admission process for MBBS or BDS colleges in Karnataka.

KEA Registration Process

To participate in the Karnataka NEET UG counselling 2026, a candidate must register on the website of KEA. The online information provided by candidates in the application form for Karnataka NEET counselling 2026 is treated as correct, and requests for any change are not entertained by KEA.

Release of Registered Candidates List

KEA releases the list of all the candidates who register for the counselling of Karnataka NEET 2026. This list is accompanied by the schedule for offline verification of the documents. To proceed further, all the candidates need to complete the verification process.

Karnataka NEET Seat Matrix

Karnataka NEET UG seat matrix is released by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) along with the registration link. The Karnataka NEET UG seat matrix is released category-wise for NRI quota, Private quota, Government Special category quota, Hyd-Kar quota, and General quota candidates for both MBBS and Dental programmes. 

Verification of Documents

Verification of documents is carried out in order of the ranks obtained by the candidates. Hence, all the candidates are advised to confirm the rank range, date, and time of verification before reporting to the centre. Candidates must carry all the documents in original and a self-attested copy to the verification centre.

At the verification centre, candidates need to register again and provide all the necessary information. At the verification counter, the officials will verify the original documents and the self-attested copies will be retained. Candidates who complete the verification process successfully will be issued an slip.

KEA NEET UG 2026 Document Verification 

Have a look at the documents that one needs to carry for Karnataka NEET document verification at KEA Bangalore: 

1. Copy of the Karnataka NEET counselling application form
2. Proof of payment of the counselling fee
3. NEET admit card
4. NEET result/ scorecard
5. Class 10 & Class 12 mark sheet
6. Candidate’s study certificate
7. Valid photo ID proof
8. Recent passport-sized photograph (two in number)
9. Caste certificate
10. Rural study certificate
11. Kannada medium study certificate
12. Hyderabad-Karnataka Region Reservation Certificate
13. Parent’s study certificate/ hometown certificate/ domicile certificate/ employment certificate/ cumulative record/ marks card

KEA Secret Key and Choice Filling

Along with the slip, eligible candidates are provided with a secret key. This key is mandatory to fill in the choices on the ‘Option-entry portal’. Candidates need to keep the secret key to themselves and maintain confidentiality at all times. There is no limit to the entry of options in Karnataka NEET counselling. Options recorded on the last day of the notified schedule are considered for allotment of seats. Candidates must note that this is a one-time process only. Candidates who enter options in the first round are not be allowed to enter options for the second round. However, candidates may make changes to the higher options.

Karnataka NEET Seat Allotment

Based on the options or choices filled in the form, the KEA prepares the Karnataka NEET seat allotment result. Candidates can check their status by visiting the website.

Post-Allotment Process

Candidates who are allocated a seat in the Karnataka NEET counselling and wish to continue with the same seat need to confirm their choice on the official website of KEA. He/she then need to pay the fee and report to the allocated institute with the admission order.

Candidates must take the Karnataka NEET Counselling registration 2026 to participate in the process. Have a look at the registration process below-

• Go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
• Select Online Registration. Enter details such as the name of the candidate, contact address details, category, PwD status, educational qualification details, date of birth, etc. The application ID and password will be sent to the registered mobile number of the candidate.
• Upload images of a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and thumb impression (left hand)
• Pay the registration/counselling fee. The registration fee can be paid online using a credit card/debit card/net banking. Candidates can also pay the fee offline by downloading the bank challan.
• Save and print a copy of the application form and keep it safe for future use

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling Registration Fee

Have a look at the KEA NEET UG registration fees-

The KEA will release the seat matrix of the Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 along with the schedule. The Karnataka NEET seat matrix 2026 will be displayed for all the participating colleges or institutes at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates must go through the seat matrix or seat intake data carefully before submitting their choice in the registration form. The seat matrix will be released for each round of counselling. The direct Karnataka NEET seat matrix PDF download link will be shared here.

The Karnataka NEET seat allotment result 2026 will be released separately for each round. The rearrangement of options (modify/ delete/ re-order) is made available for the participants after each KEA seat allotment result that is published at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates need to report to the allotted institute for the document verification after the results. It will be mandatory to confirm the allotted seat by paying the admission fee.

Check here the list of documents to be submitted by Foreign Nationals and NRI WARD candidates to participate in the Karnataka NEET Counselling process- 

Documents to be produced in respect of Foreign Nationals (For Medical, Dental, and AYUSH)

Foreign nationals who wish to apply for medical admission via KEA UGNEET need to submit the list of documents mentioned below: 

• Passport, VISA / Resident VISA of the candidate and parent (Copies)
• Citizenship of the candidate.
• Birth certificate and Aadhar Card of the candidate.
• Candidate's parents’ resident certificate issued by the Embassy of that country, complying with the Income Tax Rules/ any other certificates to establish evidence that they are residents of that country/affidavit on INR 100/- e-stamp paper to that effect.
• NEET Score Card
• NEET Admit Card 2026
• NEET 2026 Application Form (Confirmation Page)
• SSLC / 10th standard Marks Card of the candidate
• 2nd PUC / 12th standard Mark Card of the candidate

DOCUMENTS to be produced in respect of NRI ward

Children of Non-resident Indian or their Wards (As per Hon’ble High Court Order in WP Nos.17999-18002/2017) (for Medical, Dental, and AYUSH)

1. Ward Certificate as per Annexure-6 E-Information Bulletin-2025
2. Family Tree signed by Tahasildar (Family Tree signed by Notary or Affidavit of Relationship will not be accepted)
3. Embassy certificate of the Sponsored-Certificate signed by the Indian Consulate General with Embassy seal – issued within the last 06 months (Embassy certificate signed by the Notary will not be accepted)
4. NRI/OCI holder Bank Passbook, Passport, VISA/ Resident VISA of Sponsorer
5. KEA UGCET/ NEET Form Confirmation page
6. NEET Score Card
7. NEET Hall-ticket
8. SSLC / 10th standard Marks Card of the candidate
9. 2nd PUC / 12th standard Marks Card of the candidate

The Karnataka NEET cutoff 2026 for all participating colleges will be released after each round of counselling. The category-wise and college-wise cutoff ranks will be fixed based on the counselling process held in the state. Till then, have a look at the previous year's Karnataka NEET cutoff for MBBS colleges below-

Also Read: NEET AIIMS Cutoff 2025 for MBBS Government Colleges