Karnataka PGCET 2026 Choice Entry Dates Announced; KEA Issues New Notice
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the choice-entry schedule for Karnataka PGCET 2026 admissions covering MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, and MArch programs. Dated October 9, 2026, the new notice outlines specific windows for initial choice entry and subsequent option rearrangements, guiding qualified candidates on their next steps.
KEA Grants Karnataka PGCET Choice Entry 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has issued an official notice detailing the choice-entry schedule for Karnataka PGCET 2026. Earlier updates lacked specific timelines for this round. The new notification, released on October 9, 2026, provides clear dates and instructions for candidates seeking admission to professional postgraduate courses.
Direct Link: Karnataka PGCET Choice Entry 2026
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Choice Entry and Option Schedule
The official notice establishes distinct phases for candidates to submit their choices and rearrange their options. Candidates must complete these actions within the designated timelines.
| Activity | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time |
|---|---|---|
| Choice Entry | As per official activation | October 13, 2026, up to 10:00 AM |
| Option Rearrangement | October 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM | October 15, 2026, up to 10:00 AM |
Choice entry and option rearrangement are treated as separate administrative activities. Candidates must carefully note the shift between the initial entry window ending on October 13 and the option modification window that opens later that afternoon.
The KEA notice specifies that the choice-entry facility will not be accessible through the website's physical verification section. Candidates should navigate directly to the dedicated online portal designated for admissions rather than seeking this function under document verification links.
KEA PGCET Counselling 2026: Next Steps for Candidates
Eligible candidates should regularly visit the official KEA website to access the choice-entry portal once live. Applicants must review all instructions carefully and complete their submissions within the stipulated deadlines to secure their postgraduate admissions.
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