KCET 2026 Round 3 Option Entry Ends Today, September 3, at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is concluding the KCET 2026 Round 3 counselling process, including registration and fresh option entry, today, September 3, 2026. Eligible candidates must complete their fresh option entry through the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea before the deadline.

This third round of counselling is crucial for aspiring students to secure admission into engineering, pharmacy, and other professional courses, as it aims to fill the remaining vacant seats after the conclusion of earlier allotment rounds. The KEA has outlined specific rules for this round, including provisions for fresh option entry and seat cancellation, to ensure a transparent and efficient allocation process.

KCET 2026 Round 3 Option Entry: Key Details and Deadline

The KCET 2026 Round 3 option entry window, which opened earlier, will officially close today, September 3, 2026. Candidates who have not yet registered or submitted their fresh options are advised to do so immediately through the Karnataka Examinations Authority’s official website. This round, also known as the Second Extended Round seat allotment, is a final opportunity for many candidates to secure a seat in their desired professional course.

According to eduprospect.com, the KCET Round 3 option entry window will remain open until September 3, 2026. The KEA has initiated this counselling phase to ensure that all available seats in various professional courses across Karnataka are filled, providing opportunities for a wider pool of eligible candidates.

How to Fill KCET 2026 Round 3 Options

Candidates participating in the KCET 2026 Round 3 counselling must follow a specific online procedure to submit their options. This is non-negotiable to carefully review the available vacancy list before making selections to maximise the chances of securing a preferred seat. The process is designed to be user-friendly, allowing candidates to select their desired colleges and courses efficiently.

1. Go to the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
2. Click on the KCET 2026 Round 3 option entry link.
3. Log in using your KCET application number and password.
4. Review the available vacancy list for colleges and courses.
5. Select your preferred colleges and courses in order of priority.
6. Save and lock your options before the deadline.
7. Take a printout of the submitted options for future reference.

KCET 2026 Counselling: Eligibility and Next Steps

The KCET 2026 Round 3 counselling is open to eligible candidates, including those who may or may not have received allotments in previous rounds, subject to the specific rules issued by the KEA. Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly understand these rules, especially concerning fresh option entry and seat cancellation policies, before participating in this final round.

Following the conclusion of the option entry today, the Karnataka Examinations Authority is expected to release the KCET 3rd Round Results 2026 in late September 2026. These results will determine the final seat allotments for candidates who participated in this counselling phase, marking the culmination of the KCET 2026 admission cycle.

KCET 2026 Expected Counselling Schedule

The KCET 2026 admission process has unfolded over several months, beginning with the examination in April and progressing through multiple counselling rounds. The current Round 3 option entry marks one of the final stages in this complete schedule.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

View all posts →