The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced that the choice entry (college and course selection) deadline for Round 1 of NEET UG 2026 counselling has been extended. This extension applies to candidates who have received a seat allotment in the first round of MBBS and BDS counselling. If you have been allotted a seat, you must now submit your choice of college and course by the new extended date. This is a critical step — if you do not enter your choice by the deadline, your allotment may be cancelled and you could lose your seat.
The deadline to submit your college and course choice for Round 1 NEET UG 2026 counselling in Karnataka has been extended; check the official KEA portal immediately to see if you are allotted and submit your choice by the new date.
What is this extension about?
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the deadline for choice entry in Round 1 of NEET UG 2026 counselling. Choice entry is the process by which you select which college and which course (MBBS or BDS) you wish to join from among the seats you have been allotted.
This extension means you have more time to log in to the KEA counselling portal, review your allotment, and submit your choice. The original deadline has been pushed back to allow more candidates to complete this essential step.
Who does this affect?
This extension applies to all candidates who have received a seat allotment in Round 1 of NEET UG 2026 counselling for MBBS and BDS courses in Karnataka. If your name appears in the Round 1 allotment list published by KEA, you must submit your choice by the extended deadline.
If you have not yet received an allotment, this extension does not directly apply to you — but you should monitor the KEA portal for updates on subsequent rounds.
How to check if you are allotted
Visit the official KEA counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Log in using your NEET registration number and password. Navigate to the Round 1 allotment section and check whether your name and allotted seat details appear.
If you are allotted, you will see the college name, course (MBBS or BDS), and category under which the seat has been reserved for you. Write down these details — you will need them when you submit your choice.
What you must do: submit your choice
Once you have confirmed your allotment, you must log back into the KEA portal and submit your choice of college and course. This is not automatic — you must actively select and confirm your preference. Failure to submit your choice by the extended deadline will result in cancellation of your allotment.
The choice entry process is straightforward: select the college and course from the options available to you (based on your allotment), review your selection, and click 'Submit' or 'Confirm'. Keep a screenshot or printout of your confirmation for your records.
- Log in to the KEA counselling portal with your NEET registration number and password
- Navigate to the choice entry section for Round 1
- Select your preferred college and course from your allotted options
- Review your selection carefully
- Click the submit or confirm button
- Save or print your confirmation receipt
Important: the new extended deadline
The notice indicates that the choice entry deadline has been extended, but the exact new date is not specified in the title alone. You must visit the official KEA portal (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) immediately to find the precise new deadline. Do not rely on guesses or informal sources.
Mark this deadline clearly in your calendar and set a reminder. Submitting your choice even one day late may result in rejection and loss of your seat. If you are unsure of the exact date, contact KEA directly or check the portal daily.
What happens after you submit your choice?
After you submit your choice, KEA will process all submissions and publish a final allotment list showing which college and course you have been confirmed in. This final allotment is binding — you are expected to report to that college on the date specified by KEA.
If you do not report to the college by the reporting date, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate in the merit list. Reporting is mandatory to secure your admission.
Common mistakes that get your choice rejected
Many candidates lose their seats because they make simple errors during choice entry. Here are the most common traps:
**Not submitting at all:** If you log in but do not click the final submit button, your choice is not recorded. Always confirm that you see a 'submission successful' or similar message.
**Submitting after the deadline:** Even if the portal appears to accept your submission, if you submit after the extended deadline, it will be rejected. Submit well before the deadline — do not wait until the last hour.
**Entering wrong details:** Double-check the college name and course before submitting. Once submitted, you cannot change your choice in Round 1.
**Forgetting your login credentials:** If you have forgotten your NEET registration number or password, reset it immediately through the KEA portal. Do not wait until the last day.
Where to find the official portal and support
The official KEA counselling portal is cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. This is the only source of truth for allotment lists, deadlines, and choice entry. Do not rely on third-party websites or social media for information.
If you encounter technical issues while submitting your choice, contact KEA's helpline or support email immediately. Do not assume the problem will resolve itself — seek help at once so you can submit before the deadline.
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What does 'choice entry' mean in NEET UG counselling?
Choice entry is the process by which you select which college and which course (MBBS or BDS) you wish to join from the seats you have been allotted. You must log into the KEA portal, review your allotment, select your preferred college and course, and submit your choice by the deadline. If you do not submit your choice, your allotment will be cancelled.
How do I know if I have been allotted a seat in Round 1?
Visit the official KEA counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, log in with your NEET registration number and password, and check the Round 1 allotment section. If your name appears with a college and course assigned, you have been allotted. If your name does not appear, you have not been allotted in Round 1.
What is the new extended deadline for choice entry?
The notice indicates that the deadline has been extended, but the exact new date is not specified in the title. You must visit the official KEA portal immediately to find the precise new deadline. Do not delay — check the portal today and mark the deadline in your calendar.
What happens if I do not submit my choice by the extended deadline?
If you do not submit your choice by the extended deadline, your allotment will be cancelled and you will lose your seat. The seat will then be offered to the next candidate in the merit list. You will not be eligible for that seat in any future round.
Can I change my choice after I submit it in Round 1?
The notice does not specify whether you can change your choice after submission in Round 1. Typically, once you submit your choice in a round, it is locked and cannot be changed. If you need to change your choice, you may be able to do so in a subsequent round (if you are not satisfied with your Round 1 allotment), but this depends on KEA's rules. Check the full counselling prospectus or contact KEA for clarification.
What documents do I need to submit my choice?
You do not need to submit physical documents to enter your choice online. You only need your NEET registration number and password to log into the KEA portal and submit your choice. However, you will need to have all required documents ready for the reporting stage after your final allotment is confirmed.
What should I do if I forget my NEET registration number or password?
Use the 'Forgot Password' or 'Forgot Registration Number' option on the KEA portal to reset your credentials. Follow the instructions to verify your identity and create a new password. Do this immediately — do not wait until the last day of the deadline, as the reset process may take time.
Is this extension applicable to all categories (General, SC, ST, OBC)?
The notice does not specify that the extension applies only to certain categories. It appears to apply to all candidates who have received a Round 1 allotment, regardless of category. However, check the official KEA portal to confirm whether any category-specific rules apply.
What happens after I submit my choice? When will I know my final allotment?
After the choice entry deadline, KEA will process all submissions and publish a final allotment list showing which college and course you have been confirmed in. The date of this final allotment list is not specified in this notice — check the KEA portal for the schedule. You must then report to your allotted college by the date specified by KEA.
Can I apply for MBBS and BDS in the same choice entry, or must I choose one?
The notice does not specify the rules for choosing between MBBS and BDS. Typically, you can only be allotted one seat (either MBBS or BDS) in a given round. If you have been allotted an MBBS seat, you cannot also be allotted a BDS seat in the same round. Check your allotment details and the KEA portal for clarity on your specific options.
Visit the official KEA counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in immediately to check your Round 1 allotment status. If you are allotted, log in and submit your choice of college and course by the extended deadline — do not delay. The exact new deadline is published on the KEA portal; find it today and mark it in your calendar. Submitting your choice is mandatory; failure to do so will result in cancellation of your allotment and loss of your seat.
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