Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling candidates are waiting for clarity on the second round after KEA did not conduct the usual post-allotment choice-entry process after Round 1. With the Round 1 admission deadline approaching, candidates are now asking whether KEA PGCET Round 2 counselling 2026 will be conducted or not.
Karnataka PGCET Round 2 Counselling 2026
Karnataka PGCET Round 2 Counselling 2026: KEA has not officially confirmed about the conduct of Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 2 counselling. Candidates who received seats in Round 1 are confused because the post-allotment choice-entry process has not been conducted as expected.
According to a recent report based on a conversation with a KEA helpline representative, no formal confirmation regarding the second round had been issued at that point. Candidates are advised to wait for an official update.
KEA's Round 1 final seat allotment was released on September 25, 2026. The current post-allotment schedule requires candidates to complete the applicable admission formalities, with college reporting scheduled up to October 5.
Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1: What Is the Current Status?
KEA released the final Round 1 seat allotment on September 25. Candidates who received seats have been asked to complete the post-allotment admission process.
| Event |
Date |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET Round 1 Final Seat Allotment |
September 25, 2026 |
| Fee Payment |
September 29 to October 3, 2026 |
| Seat Confirmation Slip |
Up to October 4, 2026 |
| Reporting at Allotted College |
October 5, 2026, up to 6 PM |
| Round 2 Counselling |
Not confirmed |
KEA has also reported that 13,590 seats remained vacant after Round 1, while 23,164 seats were allotted. These vacant seats could be relevant to any subsequent allotment process, but the existence of vacant seats alone does not confirm that a Round 2 schedule will be announced.
KEA Did Not Conduct the Usual Choice-Entry Process After Round 1
This year, however, candidates did not get the expected post-allotment choice-entry window immediately after the Karnataka PGCET Round 1 seat allotment.
This has led candidates to question whether KEA will open the choice-entry facility later or directly announce the next round of counselling.
The issue has also been raised by PGCET candidates, who are seeking clarity from KEA regarding the choice-entry process and further admissions.
What Should Karnataka PGCET Candidates Do Now?
Candidates should regularly check the official KEA website for updates on:
- Karnataka PGCET Round 2 counselling 2026
- Choice-entry facility
- Second-round seat matrix
- Round 2 option entry
- Karnataka PGCET Round 2 seat allotment
- Fee payment and reporting deadlines
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