Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026: Registration Last Date Extended to July 30 Check Eligibility & Roll Number Linking

Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026 Registration Last Date Extended: Check Eligibility, NEET Roll Number Linking & Apply Online

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the registration deadline for Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026. Candidates who have appeared for NEET UG 2026, qualified the exam, but had not yet submitted their application can now register till the new deadline. This update is important for all MBBS, BDS and AYUSH aspirants planning to take admission through Karnataka’s state quota seats.

Key Highlights

• KEA opened a fresh registration window on July 17, 2026 for NEET-qualified candidates who had not registered under UGCET-2026.
• The original last date was July 24, 2026, up to 11:00 AM.
• The deadline has now been extended to July 30, 2026, following requests from candidates and the public for additional time.
• NEET UG 2026 result data has not yet reached KEA; roll number linking will open once this data is received.
• Registration is done online at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

Latest Update on Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026

According to KEA’s Executive Director H. Prasanna, candidates who appeared for NEET and qualified but haven’t yet applied for UGCET can now submit a fresh application, with the deadline extended until July 30. The earlier deadline for submitting the application was July 24, but KEA extended it after receiving requests from candidates and members of the public who wanted more time to complete the process.

Importantly, KEA has clarified that it has not yet received the NEET result data needed for the next stage of admissions. Once this result data is received, candidates will get an opportunity to link their NEET Roll Number, after which document verification will be carried out. Candidates and parents have been advised not to panic about this delay and to regularly check the official KEA website for further updates.

Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026: Revised Important Dates

Note: Dates beyond July 30 are tentative and will be confirmed by KEA once NEET UG 2026 result data is processed. Always cross-check with the official notification.

Who Needs to Register Again?

• Candidates already registered under UGCET-2026 (KCET candidates or those who applied earlier) do not need to submit a fresh application. KEA will release a special portal link soon that will let them simply log in and link their NEET UG 2026 roll number to their existing account.
• New candidates who only appeared for NEET UG 2026 and have not registered with KEA at all must complete a fresh application before the extended deadline.
• Candidates who miss this registration deadline will not be able to participate in Round 1, Round 2 or Mop-up round counselling; a new registration opportunity opens only much later during the Stray Vacancy round, so it’s best not to wait till the last moment.

Eligibility Criteria for Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026

To participate in KEA’s counselling for MBBS, BDS and AYUSH seats, candidates generally need to meet the following conditions:

• NEET UG 2026 qualification: Must have appeared for and qualified NEET UG 2026.
• Minimum qualifying percentile: 50th percentile for General category, 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC (Karnataka), and 45th percentile for PwD candidates.
• Academic qualification: Must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
• Age limit: Candidates must have completed 17 years of age as of December 31, 2026.
• Domicile requirement: A Karnataka domicile is required for 85% state quota / government seats. Karnataka doesn’t use a single simple domicile rule — instead it recognises about 16 different eligibility clauses, such as:
  • Studied Class 11 & 12 in Karnataka, with parent(s) having studied in the state for at least 7 years
  • Studied continuously from Class 1 to Class 12 in Karnataka
  • Parent(s) serving in Defence Services or Central/State Government and posted/residing in Karnataka
  • Candidates from the Kalyana-Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka) region, who get additional reservation benefits
  • Kannada-medium study certificate holders (for Kannada Medium quota)
• Candidates who don’t meet any domicile clause can still apply for private, management, deemed or NRI quota seats, just not government/state quota seats.

Since domicile clauses are detailed and specific, verify your exact eligibility from the latest KEA information bulletin before applying.

NEET Roll Number Linking: How It Works

This is one of the most searched parts of the process this year, since it’s currently pending. Here’s how it will work:

1. NEET UG 2026 result is declared by NTA.
2. KEA receives the official result data from NTA/central authorities.
3. KEA opens a “Link NEET Roll Number” option on the counselling portal for both new and already-registered candidates.
4. Once you enter your NEET UG 2026 roll number correctly, your document verification process begins.
5. Based on your NEET rank and category, KEA prepares the merit list for counselling.

Candidates are advised to keep their NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard ready in advance, so they can complete this step quickly once the window opens.

How to Apply Online for Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026

1. Visit the official KEA portal: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
2. Look for “UGNEET-2026 New Registration” under the Flash News/Admissions section.
3. Create your login using your NEET UG 2026 details.
4. Fill in personal, academic and category details carefully.
5. Upload the required scanned documents.
6. Pay the applicable registration/counselling fee online.
7. Review all entries and submit the form.
8. Save/download the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates from outside Karnataka who are registering won’t need to attend offline document verification in person if they upload their Class 12 scores online. However, OCI, PIO, NRI and foreign candidates, along with those applying under a religious minority quota or the St. John’s Medical College quota, must book a time slot and attend document verification in person at KEA, Bengaluru.

Documents Required

Keep scanned copies of the following documents ready:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
• KEA/CET application form & acknowledgement
• Class 10 and Class 12 marks cards
• Karnataka domicile/study certificate or parent’s study certificate, as applicable
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD), if applicable
• Kannada Medium study certificate (Class 1 to 10), if claiming Kannada Medium quota
• Passport-size photographs
• Valid ID proof (Aadhaar card, etc.)

Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026 Application Fee (Indicative)

These figures are based on trends from previous counselling cycles. The exact fee for 2026 will be confirmed in KEA’s official notification — please verify before payment.

What Happens After Registration?

Once registration and roll number linking are complete, the process generally moves through these stages:

1. Document verification – online or offline, depending on category
2. Merit list preparation based on NEET rank, category and domicile
3. Mock allotment – gives you a preview of your likely seat so you can revise choices
4. Option/choice entry – rank your preferred colleges and courses
5. Seat allotment – conducted in Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round
6. Reporting and admission confirmation at the allotted college

KEA handles 85% state quota seats plus 100% private college seats for MBBS, BDS and AYUSH courses in Karnataka. This is separate from the All India Quota (15%) counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) — if you’re eligible for both, you must register independently on each portal, as KEA registration does not carry over to MCC.

For reference, in the 2025 cycle, Karnataka had offered around 33,829 MBBS seats and 9,622 BDS seats across government, private and deemed institutions; the exact 2026 seat matrix will be released separately by KEA closer to the counselling rounds.

Important Points to Remember

• Don’t wait for the last day — portals often face heavy traffic close to the deadline.
• Keep your NEET UG 2026 roll number, admit card and scorecard handy at all times.
• Regularly check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea for updates, since KEA has extended deadlines multiple times in past years too.
• Double-check your domicile eligibility clause before applying for state quota seats.
• Fee once paid is generally non-refundable, so verify all details before final submission.

FAQs: Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026

Q1. What is the extended last date for Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026 registration?
KEA has extended the registration deadline to July 30, 2026, from the earlier date of July 24, 2026.

Q2. Has NEET UG 2026 roll number linking started?
Not yet. KEA has stated it hasn’t received NEET result data yet; roll number linking will open once this data is received.

Q3. Do candidates already registered under UGCET-2026 need to apply again?
No. They only need to link their NEET UG 2026 roll number through a separate portal link once it’s released.

Q4. What happens if I miss the extended deadline?
You won’t be able to register for Round 1, Round 2, or the Mop-up round. A fresh opportunity opens only during the Stray Vacancy round, much later.

Q5. Is Karnataka domicile compulsory for UGNEET counselling?
It’s compulsory only for 85% state quota/government seats. Non-domicile candidates can still apply for private, management or NRI quota seats.

Q6. Where do I register for Karnataka UGNEET Counselling 2026?
On the official KEA portal: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in