Overview
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1 post-allotment schedule for candidates allotted seats in postgraduate courses. This is an admission process rather than a recruitment drive, so no posts or vacancies have been notified; candidates must pay the prescribed fee by October 3, 2026, and complete college reporting by 6 PM on October 5, 2026.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Post Name | Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1 PG Admission/Seat Allotment |
| Total Vacancies | Not applicable; course-wise seats are allotted through counselling |
| Application Mode | Online fee payment and slip download, followed by physical reporting |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
| Round 1 fee payment | September 29 to October 3, 2026 |
| Last date to download Seat Confirmation Slip | October 4, 2026 |
| Last date for reporting to allotted college | October 5, 2026, up to 6 PM |
Candidates should note that the announced dates relate specifically to Round 1 post-allotment activities. Any separate deadline printed on the allotment order, payment challan or candidate portal should also be followed carefully.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have completed the relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification required for admission to the postgraduate programme selected through Karnataka PGCET.
- Applicants must have qualified or otherwise been declared eligible for the applicable Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling process.
- Course-specific eligibility conditions, including subject requirements and minimum qualifying marks, may vary for MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, MArch and other participating PG programmes.
- Candidates must possess valid original academic, identity, category and eligibility documents at the time of college reporting.
- Admission remains provisional until the allotted institution verifies all certificates and confirms that the candidate meets the prescribed requirements.
Age Limit
- No specific upper or lower age limit has been stated in the Round 1 post-allotment schedule.
- Candidates must satisfy any course-specific or institutional requirements applicable to their admission category.
Fees
- Allotted candidates must pay the prescribed admission fee between September 29 and October 3, 2026.
- The exact fee may differ according to the course, college, seat category and applicable reservation or fee-concession rules.
- Candidates should verify the payable amount on their allotment order or login dashboard before making payment.
- Payment proof should be saved and printed for use during institutional reporting.
Selection Process
- Entrance examination and merit: Candidates are considered based on Karnataka PGCET performance, eligibility and the applicable merit or rank list.
- Option entry and seat allotment: Seats are allotted according to rank, category, entered preferences, course eligibility and seat availability.
- Post-allotment confirmation: Selected candidates must pay the fee, download the Seat Confirmation Slip and report to the allotted college within the deadline to secure admission.
Failure to complete any mandatory post-allotment step may result in cancellation of the allotted seat, subject to the counselling rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the official KEA admission portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Open the Karnataka PGCET 2026 section and select the Round 1 allotment or post-allotment link.
- Log in using the required credentials, such as the PGCET application number and password or date of birth.
- Review the allotted college, programme, admission category and fee amount shown in the allotment result.
- Select the applicable post-allotment option, if required, and pay the admission fee between September 29 and October 3, 2026.
- Download the payment receipt and obtain the Seat Confirmation Slip no later than October 4, 2026.
- Print the allotment order, confirmation slip and fee receipt. Keep additional copies for future reference.
- Report physically to the allotted college with all required original documents and photocopies by 6 PM on October 5, 2026.
- Obtain an acknowledgement from the institution after document verification and completion of admission formalities.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the final day to pay the fee or download documents, as incomplete transactions or login issues could affect admission confirmation.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the last date to pay the Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1 admission fee?
Candidates can pay the prescribed fee until October 3, 2026.
2. When must candidates download the Seat Confirmation Slip?
The Seat Confirmation Slip must be downloaded by October 4, 2026 after successful completion of the required payment and confirmation steps.
3. What is the deadline for reporting to the allotted college?
Candidates must report to their allotted college with the necessary documents by 6 PM on October 5, 2026.
