KCET 2026 Round 2 Seat Cancellation Portal Opens; Deadline August 29 at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened an online seat cancellation portal for KCET 2026 Round 2, accessible at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. This portal allows candidates who were allotted seats in the second round of counselling to cancel their selections. The deadline for using this facility is August 29, 2026.

This development follows the declaration of the final KCET 2026 Round 2 seat allotment results on August 24, 2026, by the KEA, which manages the entire KCET counselling process. Candidates who wish to exit the current round or prepare for subsequent rounds now have a formal mechanism to withdraw their allotted seats.

KCET 2026 Round 2: Seat Acceptance and Reporting Deadlines

Following the final seat allotment on August 24, 2026, candidates who have been allotted seats were required to complete their choice selection and fee payment between August 25 and August 28, 2026. Specifically, candidates opting for Choice 1 (accepting the seat and reporting to the college) or Choice 2 (accepting the seat but wishing to participate in the next round) had this window to confirm their decisions and make the necessary fee payments. The last date to report to the allotted college for Choice 1 candidates is August 28, 2026.

For those who need to accept their Round 2 seat, the required fee payment window was from August 25 to August 27, 2026. Choice 1 candidates could also download their confirmation slip during the period of August 25 to August 28, 2026. The final deadline for completing admission formalities at the allotted institute remains August 28, 2026.

KCET 2026 Round 2 Seat Cancellation Process

Candidates who do not wish to accept their allotted Round 2 seat have specific options. They can select Choice 4 on the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea, to exit the counselling process entirely. after the Round 2 seat allotment, only Choice 1 and Choice 4 are available to candidates.

For candidates who did not opt for Choice 1 in Round 2 but wish to participate in Round 3, there is an option to cancel their Round 2 seat. This cancellation, however, incurs a penalty of Rs 5,000. Such candidates would then need to re-register for Round 3, as per the KEA guidelines.

KCET Counselling 2026: Important Dates – Round 2

The KCET 2026 Round 2 counselling process involved several key dates, starting with the option entry and culminating in the final seat allotment and admission deadlines. Candidates are advised to adhere strictly to these timelines to ensure their participation in the counselling process.

How to Check KCET Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026?

Candidates can access their KCET Round 2 seat allotment results and manage their choices through the official KEA portal. The process is straightforward and requires candidates to use their login credentials.

1. Go to the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
2. Navigate to the KCET or UGCET 2026 counselling section.
3. Click on the ‘Round 2 Seat Allotment Result’ link.
4. Enter your login details, such as application number and password.
5. View your allotted seat and proceed with your choice selection.

KCET 2026 Counselling: What Next?

With the Round 2 admission process nearing its end, the focus will soon shift to subsequent rounds of counselling, if any, for the remaining vacant seats. Candidates who have cancelled their Round 2 seats or did not get an allotment will be looking towards future opportunities. The KEA will release further notifications regarding Round 3 or any subsequent counselling rounds on its official website.

Written by Simran

Simran is currently working as a Senior Content Writer at Findmycollege , where she creates engaging and research-driven learning resources for students. She has completed her Graduation in Journalism from Delhi University. With 4 years of experience in the EdTech industry, she has previously contributed to leading platforms like Leverage Edu and Aakash. Her expertise lies in simplifying Engineering and Medical entrance exam content to guide aspirants in their preparation journey. Beyond writing, Simran enjoys sketching, watching movies, and finding creative inspiration in everyday life.

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