KCET 2026 Counselling (KEA)
Dates, process & complete guide for Karnataka engineering admissions — RVCE, MSRIT, BMS, PES & 200+ colleges
Latest Update — 2 June 2026
KEA has not yet released the official KCET 2026 counselling schedule. The KCET result has been delayed due to practical exam-related issues and is expected in June 2026. Counselling will begin after the result and rank list are published. Monitor kea.kar.nic.in for official updates.
KCET 2026 Counselling – Expected Timeline
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| KCET Result & Rank List | June 2026 |
| Document Verification | June 2026 |
| Verification Slip Release | June 2026 |
| Option Entry / Choice Filling | July 2026 |
| Mock Allotment | July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | Late July / Early August 2026 |
| Round 2 Counselling | August 2026 |
| Extended / Round 3 | September 2026 |
Expected dates based on KCET 2024–2025 patterns. Official dates released on kea.kar.nic.in after result.
KCET 2026 Counselling – Step-by-Step Process
KCET Result & Rank Declaration
KEA publishes KCET 2026 result and merit rank list on kea.kar.nic.in.
Document Verification by KEA
Attend document verification at designated centers to verify study certificate, marks, and category.
Receive Verification Slip & Secret Key
After verification, receive a slip and secret key to log in to the option entry portal.
Online Option Entry (Choice Filling)
Fill college-branch preferences in order of priority. Fill 100+ choices for maximum upgrade chances.
Mock Allotment
KEA releases mock allotment. Review and rearrange choices based on mock result.
Edit/Rearrange Choices
Edit and finalize your preference order before the final lock-in deadline.
Round-wise Seat Allotment
KEA releases Round 1, Round 2, and Extended Round allotments. Accept seat or participate in next round.
Fee Payment & Reporting
Pay admission fee and report to the allotted college with original documents.
Top Engineering Colleges Through KCET 2026
| College | Type | CSE Rank (GM) |
|---|---|---|
| RVCE (RV College of Engineering) | Govt. Aided (VTU) | ~1,000–3,000 |
| Ramaiah Institute of Technology | Private (VTU) | ~5,000–12,000 |
| MSRIT | Private (VTU) | ~5,000–12,000 |
| BMS College of Engineering | Govt. Aided (VTU) | ~8,000–15,000 |
| PES University | Deemed University | ~10,000–25,000 |
| BIT Bangalore | Private (VTU) | ~15,000–30,000 |
| UVCE (Govt.) | Government (VTU) | ~500–3,000 |
* GM = General Merit (Karnataka). Approximate ranks based on KCET 2025 data.
Documents Required for KCET 2026 Counselling
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Important Links
Official Portal
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Disclaimer
Timeline based on KCET 2024–2025 patterns. Official 2026 dates published by KEA after result declaration.