Karnataka PGCET 2026: Round 1 Fee Payment and Seat Confirmation Now Open

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially activated the online portal for fee payment and the downloading of seat confirmation slips for candidates participating in the Karnataka PGCET 2026 round 1 counselling process. Following the release of seat allotment results on September 25, successful candidates are now required to complete the necessary post-allotment formalities to secure their positions in their respective institutions.

Candidates who have been allotted seats can access the official KEA website to process their admission fees. This step is mandatory for all students who wish to confirm their allotment. Once the payment is successfully processed, candidates are required to download their seat confirmation slip, which serves as a critical document for the final reporting stage at their allotted colleges.

Important Deadlines and Reporting Procedures

The facility for fee payment became available to candidates on September 28, 2026. According to the official schedule provided by the KEA, candidates have until October 3, 2026, to complete the fee payment process. Following the payment, the window to download the seat confirmation slip will remain open until October 4, 2026. It is essential for students to adhere to these timelines to avoid any complications in their admission status.

The post-allotment procedure varies slightly depending on the choice exercised by the candidate. Those who have opted for choice 1 or choice 2 must ensure their admission fees are paid within the stipulated timeframe. While candidates selecting choice 2 retain the option to participate in the second round of counselling for a potential seat upgrade, those who have selected choice 1 are required to report to their allotted college by October 5, 2026. Candidates are advised to keep their seat confirmation slips ready, as they must present these documents when physically reporting to their respective colleges for the final admission process.