KEA Postpones UGNEET Kannada Language Test to August 9

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has postponed the Kannada Language Test for UGNEET 2026 from August 5 to August 9. This decision was made to give additional candidates an opportunity to apply for the test.

The test will be conducted in Bengaluru on August 9 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Eligible candidates can download their admit cards from the official KEA website from August 7.

The KEA made this decision after receiving requests from some candidates who wanted to submit their applications for the examination. The test is applicable to eligible Horanadu and Kannadiga candidates from outside Karnataka and border states who have applied for UGNEET 2026 counselling after July 30.

Candidates who appeared for the Kannada Language Examination held on April 15 or May 23, 2026, cannot appear again in the examination scheduled for August 9. However, candidates who were absent for the examinations conducted on those two dates will be allowed to take the Kannada Language Test on August 9.

To download the admit card, eligible candidates can visit the official KEA website, open the UGNEET 2026 section, and click on the link for the Kannada Language Test admit card. They will need to enter their login credentials and submit the details to download the admit card.

The KEA has advised candidates to check the examination date, time, and venue carefully and to reach the examination venue as instructed. The admit card should be printed and carried to the examination centre.

This change in schedule may affect some candidates who had already made arrangements to take the test on August 5. However, the KEA has made this decision to accommodate additional candidates who wanted to apply for the test.

The UGNEET 2026 counselling process is ongoing, and the KEA is making efforts to ensure that all eligible candidates can participate in the process. The Kannada Language Test is an important part of this process, and the KEA is working to ensure that it is conducted smoothly.

In conclusion, the KEA has postponed the Kannada Language Test for UGNEET 2026 to August 9, and admit cards will be available from August 7. Eligible candidates should take note of the revised schedule and follow the instructions to download their admit cards and take the test.

The significance of this change in schedule is that it allows more candidates to participate in the UGNEET 2026 counselling process. This may have a positive impact on the candidates who were unable to apply for the test earlier.

Overall, the KEA is making efforts to ensure that the UGNEET 2026 counselling process is conducted fairly and smoothly. The postponement of the Kannada Language Test is a step in this direction, and it is expected to benefit the candidates who were seeking an opportunity to apply for the test.