The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has published the provisional seat allotment results for Round 2 of NEET UG 2026 counselling for medical and dental programmes. Candidates who participated in the second round of seat allocation can now check whether they have been assigned a college and course on the official portal. This is a critical stage in the admission process: you must verify your allotment, decide whether to accept or exit, and file any objections if needed—all within tight deadlines.
Check your Round 2 seat allotment immediately at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in; if you have objections, submit them by 9 AM on September 16, 2026.
What Happened: Round 2 Provisional Results Are Now Public
On September 15, 2026, KEA announced the release of revised provisional seat allotment results for the second round of NEET UG 2026 admissions to medical and dental courses in Karnataka. This follows an initial provisional list published on September 11. The revised list reflects any changes made after candidates exercised the exit option (known as Choice-4) on September 14.
The allotment was conducted based on your NEET merit rank and the course and college preferences you entered during counselling registration. Both MBBS and BDS candidates can now access their individual allotment status by logging into the official portal using their credentials.
How to Check Your Seat Allotment Status
Visit the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Log in using your NEET registration number and password. Navigate to the seat allotment section for Round 2 and download your allotment letter or view your status on screen.
Separate allotment lists are available for medical (MBBS) and dental (BDS) programmes. You can access the direct links to both lists from the KEA website or official social media announcements. Save or print your allotment letter for future reference and college reporting.
- Portal: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
- Login required: NEET registration number and password
- Separate lists for MBBS and BDS
- Print or save your allotment letter immediately
Critical Dates: Know Your Deadlines
The admission process moves quickly after seat allotment. Several key dates determine what you can and cannot do next. Missing any deadline may result in loss of your seat or inability to lodge a complaint.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| September 11, 2026 | Initial Round 2 provisional seat allotment published |
| September 14, 2026 | Last date to exercise exit option (Choice-4) |
| September 15, 2026 | Revised Round 2 provisional seat allotment published |
| September 16, 2026 (by 9:00 AM) | Deadline to submit objections with justification to keauthority-ka@nic.in |
What Is the Exit Option (Choice-4) and Why It Matters
If you were allotted a seat in Round 2 but are not satisfied with the college or course, you had until September 14 to exercise the exit option, also called Choice-4. This allows you to withdraw from the current round and potentially participate in a future round of counselling. Once you select this option, you exit the current round entirely.
If you did not exercise this option by the deadline, you are now locked into your allotted seat for Round 2. You cannot change your choice or withdraw at this stage. This is why the September 14 deadline was so important.
Objections and Verification: What You Can Challenge
If you believe there is an error in your allotment—for example, you met the cutoff, entered valid course and college preferences, but were not allotted a seat—you can file a formal objection. You must submit this objection by 9 AM on September 16, 2026, to keauthority-ka@nic.in with clear justification and supporting evidence.
Important: objections are only valid if you meet the eligibility criteria (cutoff score, category, etc.) and had entered valid options. If you were not allotted a seat simply because you did not enter any preferences, no objection will be entertained. Similarly, you cannot request a change of options at this stage; the option-entry window has closed.
- Submit objections only if you meet cutoff, entered valid options, but were not allotted
- Email: keauthority-ka@nic.in
- Deadline: September 16, 2026, 9:00 AM
- Include clear justification and supporting documents
- No objections accepted for seats not allotted due to missing options
- Option changes are not allowed after this stage
What Happens After Objections Are Verified
After the objection deadline passes, KEA will review all complaints and verify their validity. Once this verification is complete, the final seat allotment results for Round 2 will be declared. This final list will incorporate any corrections made based on valid objections.
Candidates whose objections are upheld will receive a revised allotment. Those whose objections are rejected will retain their original allotment. The final list is binding, and you will be required to report to your allotted college within the specified reporting period.
What This Means for Your MBBS or BDS Admission Journey
Round 2 is typically the last major round of counselling in most state admission processes. If you have been allotted a seat, you are now one step closer to securing your medical or dental college seat. However, the process is not final until you report to the college and complete document verification and admission formalities.
If you were not allotted in Round 2, you may still have opportunities in subsequent rounds (if announced) or through spot counselling. Stay in touch with KEA announcements and be ready to participate if further rounds are conducted. Do not assume your admission journey has ended if you did not get a seat in Round 2.
Next Steps: What You Should Do Now
First, log in to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and check your allotment status immediately. Do not delay this step. Second, if you have been allotted a seat, verify that the college, course, and category are correct. Third, if you spot any error or believe you should have been allotted but were not, prepare your objection with supporting documents and submit it before 9 AM on September 16.
Finally, keep monitoring the KEA website and official announcements for the final allotment list and college reporting dates. Once the final list is published, you will receive instructions on when and where to report for document verification and admission completion.
- Check allotment status at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in now
- Verify college, course, and category details
- File objections by 9 AM on September 16 if needed
- Monitor KEA website for final allotment and reporting dates
- Prepare documents for college reporting
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Where can I check my Round 2 seat allotment for Karnataka NEET UG 2026?
Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, log in with your NEET registration number and password, and navigate to the Round 2 seat allotment section. Separate lists are available for MBBS and BDS programmes. You can also access direct links from KEA's official social media accounts.
What is the Choice-4 exit option and did I miss the deadline?
Choice-4 is an option that allowed you to withdraw from Round 2 counselling if you were not satisfied with your allotted seat. The deadline to exercise this option was September 14, 2026. If you did not select it by then, you are now locked into your Round 2 allotment and cannot withdraw.
I was not allotted a seat in Round 2 even though I met the cutoff and entered preferences. What can I do?
You can file a formal objection to KEA by September 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Email keauthority-ka@nic.in with a clear explanation of why you believe you should have been allotted, along with supporting documents (cutoff proof, option entry confirmation, etc.). KEA will verify your objection and may revise your allotment if it is valid.
Can I change my course or college preference after Round 2 allotment?
No. The option-entry window has closed, and you cannot change your preferences at this stage. If you are unhappy with your allotment, your only recourse is to exercise the exit option (if you have not already done so) or file an objection if you believe there is an error in the allotment process.
When will the final Round 2 seat allotment results be declared?
The final results will be declared after KEA verifies all objections submitted by September 16, 2026. The exact date has not been announced yet. Monitor the KEA website and official announcements for updates.
What happens if my objection is rejected?
If your objection is found to be invalid, your original allotment will stand. You will be required to report to your allotted college within the specified reporting period. If you wish to explore other options, you may wait for further rounds of counselling if KEA announces them.
Is there a Round 3 or further counselling after Round 2?
KEA has not yet announced whether further rounds will be conducted. Typically, there may be additional rounds or spot counselling depending on seat availability and candidate participation. Stay updated with KEA announcements to know if you will have another opportunity.
What documents should I prepare for college reporting after final allotment?
Prepare your NEET admit card, allotment letter, mark sheet, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and any other documents specified by KEA or your allotted college. Check the KEA website and your college's admission guidelines for a complete list.
Check your Round 2 allotment status immediately at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. If you have objections, submit them by 9 AM on September 16, 2026. Monitor KEA announcements for the final allotment list and college reporting instructions.
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