Karnataka NEET UG Counselling Option Entry Ends Tomorrow

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will conclude the Round 1 option entry process for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 tomorrow, August 13, 2026.

Candidates who have completed the registration and document verification process can now select their preferred colleges and courses for admission to MBBS and BDS programmes.

The KEA has advised candidates to follow the prescribed schedule and complete each stage within the specified deadline. The authority has published the UGNEET 2026 seat-allotment schedule along with the medical and dental seat matrix on its official website.

To complete the option entry process, candidates can follow these steps:

1. Go to the official KEA website, keaonline.karnataka.gov.in.

2. Access the UG NEET 2026 section.

3. Log in to the candidate portal with the required credentials.

4. Click the Option Entry link.

5. Choose your preferred MBBS and BDS colleges and courses.

6. Arrange the chosen options in order of preference.

7. Carefully consider all of your options.

8. Submit and lock your options before the deadline.

Candidates are advised to enter as many suitable preferences as possible, taking into account their eligibility, NEET UG rank, category, and seat availability.

The provisional Round 1 seat allotment results are scheduled for August 19, 2026. KEA will issue additional admission instructions in conjunction with the allotment results.

Candidates should be aware that the options entered during the seat allotment process will be considered. As a result, candidates should carefully consider their options based on the courses and colleges they want to attend.

Candidates should also check the official KEA portal on a regular basis for updates on the provisional and final allotment, fee payment, and reporting schedules.

The key dates for the Round 1 counselling process are:

- Last date for Round 1 option entry: August 13, 2026

- Provisional Round 1 seat allotment result: August 19, 2026

- Final seat allotment result: To be announced by KEA

- Fee payment and admission confirmation: To be completed within the schedule notified by KEA after seat allotment

- Reporting to the allotted college: As per the deadline notified by KEA after seat allotment

In conclusion, the Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 option entry process is a critical step for candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS programmes in Karnataka. Candidates should carefully consider their options and submit them before the deadline to ensure a smooth admission process.