The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has published the list of vacant MBBS and BDS seats that remain unfilled after the completion of Round 2 counselling for NEET UG 2026. This list shows which medical and dental colleges across Karnataka still have open positions available for candidates. The vacant seats are now displayed on the official KEA counselling portal, and candidates who have not yet been allotted a seat or who wish to explore other options should review this list immediately. This information is critical for understanding your next steps in the admission process and whether further counselling rounds or spot admissions may be conducted.
KEA has released the Round 2 vacant seat list for MBBS and BDS courses — check the official portal now to see which colleges have openings.
What is this list?
This is the official list of MBBS and BDS seats that remain vacant (unfilled) after Round 2 of the KEA counselling process for NEET UG 2026. It shows, college by college and course by course, how many seats are still available across Karnataka's medical and dental institutions.
The vacant seat list is published to inform candidates about the current status of admissions and to guide decisions about whether to participate in further counselling rounds, if any are announced. It is a snapshot of the situation after Round 2 allotments have been made and candidates have either accepted or rejected their offers.
Where to find the vacant seat list
The complete list of vacant seats is published on the official KEA counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. You can access it directly using the link provided by KEA in their announcement.
The list is presented in a detailed tabular format showing each college, the course (MBBS or BDS), the category of seats (General, SC, ST, OBC, etc.), and the number of vacant positions in each category. Make sure you are viewing the correct round (Round 2) and the correct course you are interested in.
Who should check this list?
Any candidate who participated in NEET UG 2026 counselling and has not yet been allotted a seat should check this list. It will help you understand whether seats are still available in colleges and courses of your choice.
Candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 2 but are considering whether to accept it or explore other options should also review the vacant list to see what alternatives exist. Additionally, if KEA announces further counselling rounds (such as Round 3 or spot admissions), this list will be the basis for those rounds, so it is important to be aware of what is available.
How to read the vacant seat list
The list is organized by college name, followed by the course (MBBS or BDS), and then broken down by category (General, SC, ST, OBC, and other reserved categories as applicable in Karnataka). Each row shows the number of vacant seats in that specific category at that specific college.
To find seats relevant to you, locate your preferred colleges and check the row corresponding to your category. If the number shown is greater than zero, that means seats are available. If it shows zero, no seats are vacant in that category at that college after Round 2.
What happens next?
The publication of the vacant seat list typically signals that KEA will announce the next phase of counselling. This may be Round 3, or it could be a spot admission round, depending on KEA's schedule and the number of vacant seats remaining.
Candidates should monitor the KEA portal regularly for announcements about the next counselling round, including the registration window, merit list publication, and allotment dates. The exact timeline will be communicated by KEA in a separate notification.
Important notes for candidates
Do not assume that a seat shown as vacant will definitely be available to you in the next round. Vacant seats are filled based on merit, category, and the choices you make during registration for the next round. Your rank, category, and the colleges and courses you select will determine whether you are allotted one of these vacant seats.
If you have already been allotted a seat in Round 2 and have accepted it, you are committed to that seat unless you formally withdraw before the specified deadline. Withdrawing after the deadline may result in forfeiture of your seat and may affect your eligibility for future rounds.
Keep all your original documents (NEET admit card, score card, category certificate if applicable, domicile certificate, and other required proofs) ready. You will need them if you are allotted a seat in a future round or for final admission at your allotted college.
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What does 'vacant seats' mean in this list?
Vacant seats are MBBS and BDS positions that remain unfilled after Round 2 counselling. They may be unfilled because no eligible candidate in that category chose that college, or because candidates who were allotted those seats rejected them. These seats are now available for allocation in future counselling rounds.
I was not allotted a seat in Round 2. Can I get a seat from this vacant list?
Yes, if KEA announces further counselling rounds (such as Round 3 or spot admissions), you will have the opportunity to participate and be considered for these vacant seats. Your eligibility will depend on your NEET rank, category, and the choices you make during registration for the next round.
I was allotted a seat in Round 2. Should I check the vacant list?
You should check it if you are considering whether to accept your allotted seat or withdraw and try for a different college in a future round. However, remember that withdrawing after the deadline may forfeit your seat and affect your eligibility for future rounds. Consult the withdrawal rules carefully before making a decision.
How do I know if a seat is available in my category at my preferred college?
Find your preferred college in the vacant seat list, then locate the row for your category (General, SC, ST, OBC, etc.). If the number of vacant seats shown is greater than zero, seats are available in that category. If it shows zero, no seats are vacant in your category at that college.
When will the next counselling round be announced?
The exact date for the next round has not been specified in this notice. KEA will announce the schedule for Round 3 or spot admissions in a separate notification. Monitor the official KEA portal regularly for updates.
Can I download or print the vacant seat list?
Yes, the list is available on the KEA portal and can typically be viewed and downloaded. However, the exact download options depend on the portal's functionality. Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in to access the list.
Does this list include seats from all colleges in Karnataka?
Yes, the vacant seat list includes MBBS and BDS seats from all government and private medical and dental colleges in Karnataka that are part of the KEA counselling process.
What if all seats in my preferred college are shown as vacant? Does that mean I will definitely get a seat there?
No. Vacant seats are filled based on merit (your NEET rank), your category, and your choices during registration for the next round. Even if seats are vacant, you will only be allotted one if your rank and category qualify for that college and you have selected it as a choice.
I see zero vacant seats in my category at all my preferred colleges. What should I do?
You may need to expand your college choices or consider colleges you had not previously selected. Review the entire vacant list to identify colleges where seats are available in your category. You can also wait for further counselling rounds or spot admissions, which may open additional seats.
Is this the final list of seats, or will more seats become vacant later?
This is the vacant seat list after Round 2. More seats may become vacant if candidates withdraw from their allotted seats in future rounds, or if additional rounds are conducted. KEA will publish updated lists as the counselling process progresses.
Access the complete vacant seat list immediately on the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Review it carefully to understand which colleges and courses have openings in your category. Watch for KEA's announcement of the next counselling round (Round 3 or spot admissions) and be ready to register and submit your choices as soon as the window opens. Keep all your original documents ready for the next phase of admission.
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