The Karnataka Government has officially released the draft seat matrix for Architecture admissions for the academic year 2026-27, marking a significant step in the engineering and architecture counseling process. The announcement was made by the Department of Higher Education on July 28, 2026, detailing the allocation of seats across various institutions, including private unaided colleges, government institutes, and private universities. This matrix is based on the intake capacities approved by the Council of Architecture (CoA) in New Delhi.The draft seat matrix is essential for determining how seats will be distributed among different categories, including state merit quotas, regional reservations, and management tranches. This structured approach aims to ensure a fair and transparent admission process for prospective students seeking to enroll in architecture programs across Karnataka.In an effort to engage the public and educational institutions, the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened a three-day window for feedback on the draft matrix. Stakeholders are encouraged to submit their comments, corrections, or objections by the deadline, which is set for three days following the publication of the draft. Submissions can be made via email at ugseatmatrix2026@gmail.com or sent physically to the Secretary of the Higher Education Department at M.S. Building in Bengaluru.To facilitate student verification, KEA has been directed to publish the detailed charts on its official website promptly. This move is intended to enhance transparency and allow students to review the seat allocations before the finalization of the admissions process. The draft matrix is a critical component of the overall architecture admission framework in the state.
