Karnataka PGCET 2026: Round 2 Option Entry Process Opens

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially launched the option entry process for the second round of the Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2026 counselling. Eligible candidates are now invited to log in to the official portal to select and submit their preferred courses and colleges for the upcoming seat allocation phase.

This stage of the counselling process is critical for students seeking admission into postgraduate programmes across the state. Participants have the flexibility to rearrange their existing preferences or add new college choices, particularly if they did not take part in the initial round of the counselling process.

Important Deadlines and Counselling Procedures

Candidates must complete their option entry submissions by the deadline of October 15, 2026. The KEA has emphasised that all choices should be finalised before this date to prevent any potential technical complications that may arise during the final hours of the window. While the deadline for this specific phase is confirmed, the authority has not yet released the comprehensive schedule for subsequent rounds, document verification, or the final seat allotment dates.

The seat allotment results will be determined based on the options exercised by candidates during this window, alongside their merit and rank. The KEA maintains that all official updates, including future notifications and circulars regarding the admission timeline, will be published exclusively on their official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/pgcet2026. Applicants are strongly advised to monitor this portal regularly and avoid relying on information from unverified third-party sources.

As the process moves forward, students are reminded that seat distribution is strictly governed by the candidate's rank and the priority list submitted during the option entry phase. The KEA continues to manage the centralised counselling process to ensure that admissions are conducted transparently based on the performance of test-takers in the PGCET 2026 examination.