Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling dates not yet announced by KEA

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has not yet published the official schedule for Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling, as of September 2, 2026. This process is crucial for postgraduate admissions to MBA, MCA, ME/M.Tech, and M.Arch programs across various institutions in Karnataka. Candidates who have appeared for the PGCET 2026 examinations and received their results are currently awaiting the detailed counselling notification.

While several education portals have reported expected counselling dates, myadmission.info has advised candidates to rely solely on official KEA notifications for final dates, distinguishing between expected and official schedules. The KEA’s latest PGCET-specific update on its official website is an online application correction link dated August 31, 2026.

PGCET 2026 Examination and Result Status

The Karnataka PGCET 2026 examination cycle has largely concluded. The exam for ME/M.Tech/M.Arch programs was conducted on May 23, 2026, while the exam for MCA/MBA programs took place on May 14, 2026. Provisional answer keys for both MBA/MCA and ME/M.Tech were tentatively released in June 2026. The KEA officially released the PGCET 2026 results and ranks on August 19, 2026, following a tentative release in August 2026.

Admit cards for ME/M.Tech/M.Arch were tentatively released in May 2026, and for MBA/MCA in June 2026. With the examination and result phases complete, the focus now shifts to the counselling process, which is the next critical step for candidates seeking admission.

Tentative Counselling Schedule and Process

The Karnataka PGCET counselling 2026 is tentatively scheduled to be conducted in two rounds, both expected to take place in November 2026. The counselling process is thorough and will include several stages: document verification, seat matrix publication, seat allotment, choice filling by candidates, reporting to the allotted institute, and fee payment. Candidates are advised to prepare their original documents and required copies, keep their PGCET 2026 rank/result details accessible, and compile a list of preferred colleges and courses.

The official KEA PGCET portal (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) is the designated source for all new notifications regarding the counselling schedule. Candidates are encouraged to monitor this portal regularly for updates.

Eligibility Criteria for MBA Admissions

Specific eligibility criteria apply for admissions through PGCET 2026, particularly for MBA programs. General category candidates aspiring for a full-time MBA must have secured a minimum aggregate score of 50% in their qualifying degree. For reserved category candidates seeking full-time MBA admissions, the minimum aggregate score required in their qualifying degree is 45%.

Candidates interested in part-time MBA programs have an additional requirement: they must possess a post-qualification work experience of not less than three years as of July 31, 2026. These criteria are essential for candidates to be considered eligible for seat allotment during the counselling process.

Further reading

• Karnataka PGCET 2026 mock round cutoff out for MBA, MCA, MTech admissions
• Karnataka PGCET 2026 round 1 provisional seat matrix released: change options by 22 September
• MAT December 2026 exam dates not announced yet, check AIMA official portal
• SNAP 2026 mock test scheduled for September 24; apply by September 22
• UPESEAT 2027 Registration Begins; BTech Admission Applications Open at upes.ac.in Applications open
• Karnataka PGCET: complete exam guide

Written by Nishit Kumar

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