Karnataka PGCET Counselling 2026: Dates, Schedule & Process

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) conducts PGCET 2026 counselling for admission to MBA and other courses. Soon after the release of exam result, KEA will conduct Karnataka PGCET counselling 2026 online on the official website (kea.kar.nic.in). Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling process includes verification of documents, seat allocation, filling of choices, counselling fee payment. After completing all the formalities, candidates should report with required documents at the allotted institute. Read more details in the article below.

Check Karnataka PGCET counselling process below:

• Publication of the provisional seat matrix
• Generation of document verification slip
• Karnataka PGCET preference entry process
• Announcement of Karnataka PGCET mock allotment results
• Option modification window
• Release of Karnataka PGCET Round 1 seat allotment results
• Submission of admission choices
• Payment of prescribed admission fee
• Reporting to the allotted institute

Karnataka PGCET detailed counselling process is as below.

• Seat Matrix Publication: Before the first round of allotment begins, KEA publishes the seat matrix. The option entry process starts only after the seat matrix is displayed. The official website provides detailed information on seat availability by college, course, and category. All allotments are carried out strictly in accordance with this seat matrix.
• Karnataka PGCET 2026 Option Entry: Candidates who have completed verification are eligible to participate in option entry. They must select their preferred colleges and courses from the available seats. All choices across disciplines must be submitted together. There is no restriction on the number of options that can be entered. The options saved on the server as of the final date are automatically frozen, and only these frozen preferences are considered for seat allotment. Candidates are advised to keep a printed copy of their submitted options for reference.
• Karnataka PGCET 2026 Mock Allotment Results: KEA releases the mock allotment results prior to the first official allotment round. After reviewing the mock results, candidates can revise their options if required. This step helps candidates understand the likely college and course allocation based on their rank and submitted preferences.
• Karnataka PGCET 2026 Seat Allotment: The final seat allotment is conducted based on the published seat matrix and the options entered by candidates. Allotment is determined by merit and the order of preferences submitted.
• Payment of Admission Fee and Reporting to the Allotted College: Candidates who accept the allotted seat must download the challan from the KEA website and pay the prescribed fee at designated banks. After payment, the bank provides both the candidate’s and college’s copies of the challan. Approximately one hour after payment, candidates can download the admission order. They must report to the allotted college within the specified timeline, carrying the college copy of the challan, the admission order, and original documents. Additionally, candidates are required to log in to the option entry portal and confirm to KEA that they have joined the allotted institution.

• Final print out of Karnataka PGCET 2026 application form
• Fee receipt
• Karnataka PGCET 2026 hall ticket
• SSLC / Class 10 mark sheet
• Class 12 mark sheet
• Qualifying degree marks cards of all semesters
• Degree certificate / provisional degree certificate
• Study certificate countersigned by BEO as per the format (Only for Karnataka candidates)
• Work experience certificate (in case of working candidates)
• Sponsored certificate (If applicable)
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate

KEA conducts the centralised counselling process for admissions to MBA and other courses through Karnataka PGCET 2026. Check direct link to participate below. 

• Direct Link for Karnataka PGCET 2026 Counselling: Will be updated soon 

The Karnataka PGCET option entry process enables candidates to indicate their preferred colleges and courses during counselling. Applicants can list institutions and programmes in order of priority. KEA permits candidates to enter any number of preferences during the option entry stage. Candidates should take following steps for Karnataka PGCET 2026 Option Entry:

1. Visit the official website of the Karnataka Examinations Authority: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
2. Click on the Admission tab and select PGCET from the drop-down menu.
3. On the next page, click the link titled ‘PGCET First Round Option Entry Link’.
4. Enter your PGCET number and the case-sensitive captcha code displayed on the screen.
5. Click on the ‘Submit’ button to proceed.

Know how to check PGCET allotment results here:

1. Visit KEA website kea.kar.nic.in
2. Click link for Karnataka PGCET seat allotment results
3. Enter candidate’s PGCET registration number
4. Complete verification
5. Click 'Submit' button

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will conduct PGCET 2026 counselling for admission to MBA and other courses. Candidates passing Karnataka PGCET exam are eligible for the counselling process. Soon after the release of exam result, KEA will conduct Karnataka PGCET counselling 2026 online on the official website (kea.kar.nic.in). Read more details on Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling in above article. Karnataka PGCET 2026 for MBA and MCA courses will be conducted on May 14, 2026.