Karnataka PGCET 2026: KEA Extends Deadline for Fee Payment and Seat Confirmation

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has issued a formal notification regarding the Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling process, announcing an extension for key post-allotment activities. Candidates who have been allocated seats in the current round now have additional time to finalize their admission formalities, ensuring they remain eligible for their respective placements.

According to the official notice released on October 6, 2026, the authority has adjusted the timeline to accommodate students who had yet to complete their mandatory financial transactions and documentation. This extension is part of the KEA's efforts to streamline the admission process for postgraduate courses across the state.

Revised Deadlines for Fee Payment and Reporting

Under the updated schedule, candidates are now permitted to complete their fee payments either online or through designated banking channels until October 9, 2026. It is critical for students to note that this payment is a mandatory requirement to secure their allotted seat. Failure to complete the transaction within this revised window may result in the forfeiture of the seat allocation.

In conjunction with the fee payment extension, the deadline to download the official Seat Confirmation Slip has also been moved to October 9, 2026. Once the payment is successfully processed, candidates must access the official KEA portal to retrieve this document. The confirmation slip serves as a vital credential that must be presented during the subsequent physical reporting phase at the allotted institution.

Important Guidelines for Candidates

The KEA has clarified that this extension strictly applies to fee payments, the downloading of confirmation slips, and the final college reporting process. The authority explicitly stated that there are no changes or extensions regarding the choice-entry process. Students are advised to refrain from speculating about choice-entry dates and should rely solely on official notifications published on the KEA website.

Following the completion of the payment and documentation steps, candidates are required to report in person to their allotted colleges. The final deadline for physical reporting is set for 6 PM on October 11, 2026. Students must ensure they carry their downloaded Seat Confirmation Slip along with all necessary original documents to complete the admission process at their respective institutes.