Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Results Releasing Today

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is set to release the round one seat allotment results for the Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2026 today, September 22. Candidates who have participated in the counselling process can access their allocation status through the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026, once the results are published after 5 PM.

This initial round of counselling is a significant step for thousands of aspirants, as it involves the distribution of 33,809 seats across various postgraduate courses. The allocation process is strictly based on a combination of factors, including the candidate's merit, their specific rank, applicable reservation policies, and the priority of options submitted by the students during the earlier option entry phase.

Details of Seat Distribution and Next Steps

The provisional seat matrix for this round highlights a diverse range of opportunities for students. Out of the total 33,809 seats being filled, the MBA programme accounts for 19,934 seats, while the MCA programme comprises 9,729 seats. The seat distribution also accounts for regional reservation norms, specifically distinguishing between the Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) region under Article 371-J and the Rest of Karnataka (RK) category.

Once the results are live, the KEA portal will provide a comprehensive dashboard for each candidate. This will display specific details regarding the allotted college, the assigned course, the quota under which the seat was granted, and the candidate's category. It is essential for students to review these details carefully upon the announcement.

Following the publication of the allotment results, candidates will be required to proceed with the necessary post-allotment formalities. This includes exercising their preferred choices regarding the seat, completing the payment of the requisite admission fees, and downloading the official confirmation slip. While the KEA has confirmed the release of the results today, the authority is expected to provide further details regarding the subsequent schedule for fee payment and document verification shortly. Candidates are advised to monitor the official website for updates on these mandatory admission procedures.