Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026 Online Stray Round Registration Begins; Get Direct Link to Apply

Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026 online stray vacancy round schedule is out. The KEA Karnataka NEET UG online stray vacancy round registration window is open till October 16. Check the counselling schedule and how to apply online at kea.kar.nic.in the online stray vacancy round counselling process.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the Karnataka NEET online stray vacancy round Counselling dates 2026 through an official notification. This round gives an opportunity for students aiming to secure MBBS and BDS seats across the state. KEA has activated the counselling registration portal for Karnataka NEET online stray vacancy round counselling registration.

Students can apply online till October 16., 2026 at the official website. The authority has notified the eligibility criteria for eligible and not eligible lists. Only verified and eligible applicants can proceed with the registration and later on for web option entry process. Candidates can complete the counselling registration, choice filling and locking process at kea.kar.nic.in. 

How to Apply for Karnataka UGNEET 2026 for MBBS, BDS Admissions?

Students have to follow the below steps to complete Karnataka NEET choice filling and locking: 

• Visit the official website - cetonline.karnataka.gov.in or click here

• Click on the UG NEET 2026 link from the 'Admission' section displayed on the screen

• Visit the candidate portal/ option entry page and login using the allotted credentials

• On the login page, search for the 'option entry' link and enter the preferences.

• Once selected, click on submit tab to save and lock preferences. 

The last date for KEA UGNEET 2026 counselling registration is October 16. Eligible students can submit their medical course fee till October 16. The fresh option entry will be conducted between October 16 to 19, 2026 for the online stray vacancy round counselling process.