KCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling Registration Begins at KEA; Option Entry Open Till Sep 3

KCET Round 3 counselling 2026 has begun, with KEA opening the option-entry window on August 31. Eligible candidates can enter fresh college and course preferences until September 3.

Option Entry Open Till Sep 3

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has activated Round 3 option-entry link for candidates seeking admission through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026. Eligible candidates can participate in third round of counselling process by submitting and modifying their college and course preferences on the official KEA website.

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According to latest update issued by KEA, the KCET Round 3 option-entry window opened on August 31, 2026. Candidates can enter, add, delete or rearrange their preferred college-course combinations until September 3, 2026. KEA has also released Round 3 seat-allotment notification along with the updated seat vacancy details.

KCET 2026 Round 3 counselling dates

How to register for KCET Round 3 counselling 2026?

1. Visit official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.

2. Open UGCET 2026 admission section.

3. Click on Round 3 option-entry link.

4. Log in using required KCET/KEA credentials.

5. Check available college and course options.

6. Enter preferred college-course combinations in order of preference.

7. Add, delete or rearrange choices as required and review all selections carefully.

8. Submit and save the final choices before the deadline.

Who can participate in KCET Round 3?

The Round 3 is important for candidates who could not secure their preferred course or college in the earlier rounds, as the updated vacancy matrix may include seats that have become available following the completion of Round 2.