KCET 2026 Round 2 Counselling: KEA Opens Option Entry at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened the option entry window for KCET Round 2 counselling 2026 today, September 1, 2026, on its official portal, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. This crucial phase allows eligible candidates to list their preferred colleges and courses for the upcoming seat allotment process. Candidates must log in using their KCET application number and password or OTP to participate in this round.

This development follows the declaration of KCET 2026 results on June 6, 2026, and the conclusion of Round 1 seat allotment. The Round 2 option entry is a critical opportunity for candidates who did not secure a seat in the first round or wish to upgrade their allotted seats, significantly impacting their academic future in professional courses across Karnataka.

KCET 2026 Round 2 Counselling: Important Dates

The KEA has released a detailed schedule for the KCET Round 2 counselling, with key dates for option entry and provisional seat allotment. Candidates are advised to adhere strictly to these timelines to ensure their participation in the seat allocation process.

How to Enter Options for KCET Round 2 Counselling 2026

Candidates aspiring for admission through KCET 2026 Round 2 counselling must follow a specific procedure to submit their college and course preferences. The process is entirely online and requires careful attention to detail to avoid errors.

1. Go to the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Click on the ‘KCET 2026 Round 2 Option Entry’ link on the homepage.
3. Log in using your KCET application number and password or OTP.
4. Review the available seat matrix and college-wise, course-wise vacancy details.
5. Enter your preferred colleges and courses in the order of your priority.
6. Save and lock your options before the deadline.

KCET 2026 Counselling: What Happens Next?

Following the closure of the Round 2 option entry window on August 13, 2026, the KEA will proceed with the seat allotment process. The provisional seat allotment result for KCET Round 2 is scheduled to be declared on August 19, 2026. Candidates will then need to check their allotment status and complete the subsequent steps, which typically include exercising choices like ‘Accept and Freeze’, ‘Accept and Upgrade’, or ‘Reject’.

It is important for candidates to note that they can modify, add, or delete choices in every round of KCET 2026 counselling before the final locking deadline for that specific round. This flexibility allows candidates to adjust their preferences based on the seat matrix and their desired courses and institutions.

KCET 2026 Background and Previous Rounds

The KCET 2026 examinations were successfully conducted on April 23 and 24, 2026, with results declared on June 6, 2026. The initial option entry for KCET 2026 counselling was conducted between July 8 and July 29, 2026. Next, the Round 1 final seat allotment for UGCET-2026 was published on July 15, 2026, after the web option entry for Round 1 closed on June 30, 2026. The KEA had also extended the UGCET-2026 late/fresh registration deadline to July 30, 2026, to accommodate more candidates.

KCET 2026: Official Websites

All official announcements, schedules, and counselling-related activities for KCET 2026 are published exclusively on the Karnataka Examinations Authority’s official website. Candidates are strongly advised to refer only to this portal for accurate and up-to-date information regarding the counselling process.

• Official Portal: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

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