The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has published the provisional seat allotment list for Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programmes for the 2026 admission cycle. This list shows which candidates have been provisionally allotted seats in BDS colleges across Karnataka based on their NEET UG 2026 rank, category, and the counselling choices they submitted. All candidates who participated in the BDS counselling round must check this list immediately to see their allotment status. If you have been allotted a seat, you will need to report to your assigned college and complete document verification and admission formalities within the deadline set by KEA. This is a provisional allotment — your seat is not final until you complete all verification and admission steps.
KEA has released the provisional BDS seat allotment list for 2026; check the official portal now to see if you have been allotted a seat.
What is this list?
This is the provisional seat allotment list for BDS (dental) programmes in Karnataka for the 2026 admission cycle. It is published by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) after the counselling process and shows which candidates have been provisionally assigned seats in BDS colleges.
The word 'provisional' is important: it means your allotment is not yet final. You must complete document verification, pay fees, and report to your college within the deadline to confirm your seat. If you do not complete these steps, your allotment will be cancelled and the seat will go to the next candidate on the waiting list.
Who should check this list?
Every candidate who registered for BDS counselling in Karnataka and submitted their choice of colleges and seats must check this list. This includes candidates from all categories — General, SC, ST, OBC, and any other category recognised by KEA.
Even if you are unsure whether you were eligible or whether your application was complete, you should check the list. If your name does not appear, you can contact KEA to understand why.
How to check your allotment
Visit the official KEA counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Log in using your NEET registration number and password. Navigate to the BDS allotment section and download or view the provisional allotment list.
The list will show your name, NEET rank, category, the college you have been allotted to, and the seat (course and category) assigned to you. Check all details carefully — if any information is wrong, note it and contact KEA immediately.
- Go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
- Log in with your NEET registration number and password
- Find the BDS provisional allotment list section
- Download or view your allotment details
- Check your name, rank, college, and seat details
What if your name is on the list?
If you have been allotted a seat, you must report to your assigned college within the deadline announced by KEA. Do not delay — missing the reporting deadline will result in cancellation of your allotment.
When you report, bring all original documents (10th and 12th certificates, NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, caste certificate if applicable, income certificate if applicable, and any other document KEA has asked for). The college will verify your documents, collect fees, and issue you an admission letter. Only after this is your seat confirmed.
- Report to your assigned college on time
- Bring all original documents for verification
- Pay the admission fee as instructed by the college
- Obtain your admission letter from the college
- Your seat is final only after document verification and fee payment
What if your name is not on the list?
If your name does not appear on the provisional allotment list, it means you have not been allotted a seat in this round. This can happen if your rank was not high enough for any of your chosen colleges, or if there was an issue with your application or eligibility.
Check the KEA website for information about waiting lists or further counselling rounds. Some candidates may be called for allotment in a second or third round if seats become available. KEA will announce the schedule for any additional rounds.
Important dates and next steps
The provisional allotment list has been published on 7 August 2026. KEA will announce the reporting deadline (the last date by which you must report to your college) separately. Watch the KEA portal and your registered email and phone number for this announcement.
Do not wait for a reminder — check the portal regularly. Missing the reporting deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your allotment, and you will lose your seat.
- Provisional allotment list published: 7 August 2026
- Reporting deadline: to be announced by KEA (check portal regularly)
- Document verification: at your assigned college
- Admission fee payment: as instructed by the college
Documents you must bring for verification
When you report to your assigned college, bring all original documents. The college will verify them against the copies you submitted during counselling. If any document is missing or does not match, your admission may be delayed or rejected.
Keep all documents safe and organised. Make a checklist before you go to the college so you do not forget anything.
- 10th standard certificate (original and photocopy)
- 12th standard certificate (original and photocopy)
- NEET 2026 admit card
- NEET 2026 scorecard
- Caste certificate (if applicable — original and photocopy)
- Income certificate (if applicable — original and photocopy)
- Domicile certificate (if required by KEA)
- Any other document specified by KEA in the counselling prospectus
Common mistakes that get admissions rejected
Many candidates lose their seats because they miss the reporting deadline or bring incomplete documents. Do not assume you have time — report as soon as the deadline is announced.
Another common mistake is bringing photocopies instead of originals, or bringing documents that do not match the information in your NEET application. The college will not accept them. Check your NEET application now and make sure all your documents match exactly — same name spelling, same date of birth, same category.
- Missing the reporting deadline — your seat will be cancelled automatically
- Bringing photocopies instead of original documents
- Documents with spelling or date mismatches (e.g., name spelled differently on 10th and 12th certificates)
- Missing caste certificate if you applied under SC/ST/OBC category
- Missing income certificate if you applied under an income-based quota
- Not bringing NEET scorecard or admit card
What happens after you report?
After you report and your documents are verified, the college will collect your admission fee and issue you an admission letter. This letter is your proof of admission. Keep it safe — you will need it for all future college-related work.
The college will also give you information about when classes start, hostel allotment (if applicable), and other formalities. Follow all instructions from the college carefully.
If you want to change your college (upgradation or downgrade)
If you have been allotted a seat but want to try for a better college or a different course, KEA may conduct additional counselling rounds. Watch the KEA portal for announcements about upgradation or further rounds. You can participate in these only if you have not yet reported to your current college or if you report and then withdraw before the deadline.
If you withdraw from a college after reporting, inform the college in writing and get a withdrawal letter. Then you can participate in the next counselling round. However, if you miss the deadline for the next round, you will lose your seat entirely.
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How do I check if I have been allotted a BDS seat?
Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, log in with your NEET registration number and password, and navigate to the BDS provisional allotment list section. Your allotment details, including the college and seat assigned to you, will be shown there.
What does 'provisional' allotment mean?
Provisional means your seat is not yet final. You must report to your assigned college, complete document verification, and pay the admission fee within the deadline set by KEA. Only after these steps is your seat confirmed. If you do not report by the deadline, your allotment will be cancelled.
What is the deadline to report to my college?
KEA will announce the reporting deadline separately. Check the official KEA portal regularly and watch your registered email and phone number for this announcement. Do not miss the deadline — missing it will result in automatic cancellation of your allotment.
What documents do I need to bring for verification?
Bring all original documents: 10th and 12th certificates, NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), income certificate (if applicable), and any other document specified by KEA. Photocopies alone will not be accepted. All documents must match the information in your NEET application exactly.
My name is not on the allotment list. What should I do?
If your name does not appear, you have not been allotted a seat in this round. Check the KEA website for information about waiting lists or further counselling rounds. KEA may conduct additional rounds in which more seats become available. Watch the portal for announcements.
Can I change my college after being allotted?
If KEA conducts additional counselling rounds (upgradation or further rounds), you may be able to participate and try for a different college. However, you can only do this if you have not yet reported to your current college, or if you report and then withdraw before the deadline. If you withdraw, get a withdrawal letter from the college.
What happens if I do not report by the deadline?
If you do not report to your assigned college by the deadline announced by KEA, your allotment will be cancelled automatically. Your seat will be given to the next candidate on the waiting list, and you will lose your chance to study BDS in this round.
What if my documents do not match my NEET application?
If your documents have spelling errors, date mismatches, or other discrepancies compared to your NEET application, the college may reject your admission. Check your NEET application now and make sure all your documents (10th, 12th, caste certificate, etc.) have exactly the same name spelling and date of birth. If there are errors, contact KEA before reporting to the college.
Do I need to bring photocopies or original documents?
You must bring original documents. Photocopies alone will not be accepted. The college will verify your originals against the copies you submitted during counselling. Bring both originals and photocopies so the college can keep the photocopies on file.
When will the next counselling round be held if I am not allotted now?
KEA will announce the schedule for any further counselling rounds on the official portal. Watch the portal regularly and check your registered email and phone number for announcements. Do not assume there will be another round — participate in the next one only if KEA announces it.
Check the provisional BDS allotment list now at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in using your NEET registration number. If you have been allotted a seat, note your assigned college and watch for the reporting deadline announcement from KEA — do not miss it. Gather all your original documents and report to your college on time to complete verification and secure your admission. If your name is not on the list, monitor the KEA portal for announcements about waiting lists or further counselling rounds.
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