DCET 2026 Mock Allotment Result Released (6th August); Option Modification Window Open at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) released the DCET 2026 mock seat allotment result on August 6, 2026, on its official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. This trial allotment allows candidates to check their probable seat allocation based on their submitted choices and DCET merit rank.

The mock result is indicative and does not guarantee final admission, serving as a crucial opportunity for diploma holders seeking lateral entry into B.E., B.Tech, and B.Arch programmes to refine their preferences before the final seat allotment. Candidates can now log in to the portal to review their provisional allocation and make necessary adjustments to their option entries.

DCET 2026 Mock Allotment: How to Check and Modify Options

Candidates who participated in the DCET 2026 counselling can access their mock seat allotment result and modify their preferences by following a structured process on the KEA portal. The KEA has provided an option-editing window where candidates can add, delete, or reorder their preferences. This matters a lot for all candidates to review their options carefully, as the final seat allotment will be prepared strictly per the last saved options. The official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, hosts all essential links and information for this process.

1. Go to the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the DCET 2026 section.
3. Click on the ‘DCET 2026 Mock Allotment Result’ link.
4. Log in using your DCET application number and secret key or password.
5. Review your probable seat allotment.
6. Access the option entry link to modify, add, delete, or reorder your preferences.
7. Save your final options before the modification window closes.

DCET 2026 Counselling: Important Dates

The DCET 2026 counselling process has seen several key dates, starting with the opening of the option entry link and the publication of the seat matrix. The mock allotment result was a significant milestone, providing candidates with a preview of their potential admissions. The final round seat allotment date is yet to be announced by the Karnataka Examinations Authority.

DCET 2026 Seat Matrix and Eligibility

The KEA published three separate seat matrix documents on July 28, 2026, detailing the available seats for various categories. These documents cover Regular DCET seats, Working Professional category seats, and Architecture seats. The DCET counselling specifically caters to diploma holders aspiring for lateral entry into the second year (third semester) of B.E., B.Tech, and B.Arch programmes across Karnataka.

Seat allotment is determined by several factors, including the candidates’ DCET ranks, their reservation category, the availability of seats in their preferred courses and institutions, and the order of preferences they have submitted. Candidates are advised to consult the detailed seat matrix documents available on the KEA portal to make informed decisions during the option modification window.

DCET 2026: Document Verification and Next Steps

Prior to the mock allotment, the KEA had already published the document verification schedule on its portal. Verification slip download links are also available on the KEA portal for both regular and working professional candidates, confirming their eligibility for the counselling process. This ensures that only verified candidates proceed to the seat allotment stages.

Following the current option modification window, the KEA will proceed with the final seat allotment based on the last saved options of the candidates. While the exact date for the final round seat allotment is pending, candidates must ensure their options are accurately reflected and saved. Regular updates regarding the counselling schedule and subsequent steps will be provided on the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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