Karnataka PGCET 2026: Claim Slip and Option Entry Deadlines Approaching

Candidates participating in the Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling process are reminded that the deadline for two critical stages is fast approaching. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has scheduled the closure of both the claim slip download portal and the online option entry window for tomorrow, September 15.

These steps are mandatory for all eligible candidates who have successfully completed their document verification. As the KEA has not indicated whether these deadlines will be extended, participants are advised to complete their submissions well before the specified times to avoid any last-minute technical issues or disqualification from the current round of seat allotment.

Deadlines for Claim Slip and Option Entry

The process for downloading the verification slip is set to conclude at 2 PM on September 15. This document is a vital component of the counselling procedure, as it officially certifies a candidate's eligibility and records their specific reservation claims. Furthermore, the slip contains essential login credentials and a unique QR code required to access the online option entry portal. Candidates must ensure they have successfully downloaded this document before the cutoff time.

Following the claim slip deadline, the window for exercising option entries will close later the same day at 6 PM. During this period, candidates are required to log in to the official KEA portal to select their preferred colleges and courses. The authority has emphasized that seat allocation will be determined strictly based on the priority order submitted by the candidates. While the system allows users to add, delete, or modify their choices until the 6 PM deadline, all selections will be automatically locked once the window closes.

Next Steps in the Counselling Process

Once the option entry window officially shuts, the KEA will proceed with the next phases of the admission cycle. While the authority has not yet released the specific dates for the mock seat allotment results or the final round one seat allotment outcomes, these are expected to be announced in the coming days. Candidates are encouraged to keep a close watch on the official KEA website for timely updates regarding the subsequent counselling schedule.