Karnataka PGCET 2nd round seat matrix 2026 expected soon; option entry closes October 15

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is expected to release the Karnataka PGCET 2nd round seat matrix 2026 soon. This release is crucial for candidates participating in the second round of postgraduate admissions, as the last date for option entry is October 15, 2026.

The seat matrix will be available online at the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, and will provide details on the availability of seats in participating colleges and postgraduate courses, assisting candidates in making informed decisions during the counselling process.

Understanding the Karnataka PGCET 2nd Round Seat Matrix

The Karnataka PGCET 2nd round seat matrix 2026 is a full list of seats available for allotment during the second round of the admission process. Per the KEA, this matrix helps candidates identify colleges and courses where seats are available under applicable categories and seat-allocation rules.

Details typically included in the Karnataka PGCET seat matrix are names of participating colleges, available postgraduate courses, course-wise seat availability, category-wise seat distribution, and vacant seats for the next allotment round. Candidates are advised to check relevant course and category details rather than relying solely on the total number of vacancies. The KEA had previously released the PGCET 2026 seat matrix on September 8, 2026.

Accessing and Utilising the Seat Matrix

To download the seat matrix, candidates need to visit the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/. From there, they should navigate to the Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling or admission section and look for the ‘PGCET 2026 Second Round Seat Matrix’ link. Candidates must select the relevant course, such as MBA, MCA, ME, or MTech, to open and download the seat matrix PDF.

Candidates willing to participate in Karnataka PGCET round 2 counselling can rearrange their college and course options. It is important for candidates to carefully examine the updated seat matrix before finalising their choices, checking college and course availability, category-wise vacancies, vacancies after the first round, and choice and option-entry instructions. The availability of colleges and courses in the second counselling will depend on the seats remaining after the first round and the updated seat matrix.

Counselling Process and Fee Structure

The second counselling of Karnataka PGCET is expected to take place in October 2026. Candidates who did not secure a seat in Round 1 and Round 2 and wish to participate in any subsequent final or additional round are required to pay a caution deposit and re-enter fresh options. KEA rules may vary from one counselling stage to another, and candidates should refer to the latest instructions published by the authority.

Karnataka PGCET counselling 2026 fees are paid by candidates only after a seat is allotted. The KEA does not charge a separate counselling registration fee for first-round participants who have already paid the PGCET application fee. The admission fee payable to the allotted institute varies by institute type, including Government, University, Government-aided, or Private Un-Aided institutions. The fee structure is governed by the Government of Karnataka and the Fee Regulating mechanism for that academic year. All Karnataka PGCET counselling 2026 fees are non-refundable once paid, except as expressly permitted by KEA rules.

Checking Allotment Results and Next Steps

To check PGCET allotment results, candidates must visit kea.kar.nic.in, click the link for results, enter their PGCET registration number, complete verification, and click ‘Submit’. The official website for PGCET 2026 is cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026.

Candidates who accept a Round 1 seat can choose to accept and join (Choice 1) or accept but try the next round (Choice 2). After paying the admission fee via e-challan, they download the admission order and report to the allotted college with documents. Those who are satisfied with a Round 1 seat must log in to the KEA portal and choose Choice 1 or Choice 2, download the e-challan, pay the fee at the designated bank, collect challan copies, download the admission order, report to the allotted college, and confirm joining to KEA.

Further reading

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• Karnataka PGCET 2026 round 2 counselling dates awaited; choice entry window closed today
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Written by Nishit Kumar

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