KCET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Schedule OUT; Post-Allotment Windows Activated

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the KCET 2026 Round 1 Final Seat Allotment Result. Candidates who participated in the first round of the Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET) counseling can now check their provisional college allocations online.

The KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in is live, and the post-allotment windows—including the choice selection link and the fee payment gateway—have been fully activated for all qualified students.

If you are a KCET 2026 aspirant, here is your comprehensive update on the complete schedule, step-by-step download guide, and what you must do next to secure your seat.

KCET 2026 Round 1 Counseling: The Official Schedule

Following the provisional list and the subsequent objection window that closed on July 14, KEA processed student grievances to compile the final list. The finalized schedule requires immediate attention to avoid missing deadlines.

How to Check Your KCET Round 1 Seat Allotment Result?

The portal experiences heavy traffic, so candidates are advised to use stable internet connections or view the desktop version if using mobile browsers. Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official portal: Go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ or kea.kar.nic.in.

2. Find the link: Under the “Latest Announcements” tab, click on the “KCET 2026 Round 1 Final Seat Allotment Result” link.

3. Log in: Enter your unique Karnataka CET Number.

4. View Status: Click on ‘Submit’. Your allotted college, engineering/professional branch, and category details will appear on the screen.

5. Download: Save a digital PDF backup and print a few copies for physical verification.

Understanding the Post-Allotment Windows: Your 4 Choices

Now that the post-allotment choices are active, every student who has been allotted a seat must pick one of the four options on their dashboard. Failing to select a choice within the deadline will result in the automated cancellation of your allotted seat.

• Choice 1: Satisfied and Confirming

  You love the college and branch you received. You choose to freeze this seat, pay the tuition fees online, download the formal KEA admission order, and proceed to report to the college physically. You will not participate in subsequent rounds.

• Choice 2: Accepting but Upgrading

  You are okay with the current seat but want to see if you can get a higher preference in Round 2. You pay the seat acceptance fee to block this seat safely. If you get a better college in Round 2, this seat is released; if not, you retain this Round 1 seat.

• Choice 3: Rejecting but Competing

  You are completely dissatisfied with the current allotment but still want to stay in the KCET counseling pool. You reject the allotted seat (it goes back into the system) and move directly to Round 2 to try your luck with your remaining preferences.

• Choice 4: Exiting Counseling

  You do not want the allotted seat and wish to drop out of the KCET 2026 counseling process entirely.

Fee Payment and Mandatory Documents

For Choice 1 and Choice 2 candidates, the KEA payment gateway is functional, accepting Net Banking, Credit/Debit cards, and e-challans.

Important Note: When reporting to your designated campus, you must carry the original documents along with multiple photocopies. Keep your KCET 2026 Rank Card, Seat Allotment Letter, Fee Receipt, SSLC (Class 10) Marks Card, 2nd PUC (Class 12) Marks Card, and Caste/Income verification slips ready. Keep a close eye on the KEA portal for further circulars regarding individual college reporting timelines.

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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