KEA Activates KCET 2026 Round 2 Choice Entry and Confirmation Slip Download

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially activated the choice selection, fee payment, and confirmation slip download links for the second round of KCET 2026 counselling. Following the release of the final seat allotment results, candidates who have been assigned seats can now proceed with the next steps of the admission process through the official KEA portal.

This phase of the counselling process is critical for students looking to secure their academic placements for the current session. The KEA has set a firm deadline of August 28, 2026, for all candidates to complete their choice entry, finalize fee payments, and report to their respective allotted colleges. It is essential for students to adhere to this timeline to avoid the forfeiture of their allotted seats.

Understanding Choice Selection and Reporting Procedures

As part of the Round 2 counselling protocol, candidates are required to exercise specific choices based on their allotment status. Those who are satisfied with their assigned seat and wish to finalize their admission should select Choice 1, which signifies acceptance and freezing of the seat. After selecting this option, candidates must complete the online fee payment process and download their official confirmation slip. This document is mandatory and must be presented alongside original verification documents during the physical reporting process at the allotted institution.

Alternatively, candidates who decide against accepting their allotted seat have the option to select Choice 4, which allows them to exit the KEA counselling process entirely. The KEA has emphasized that only those who select Choice 1 are eligible to download the confirmation slip and proceed with reporting to their colleges. The deadline for both the completion of these online formalities and the physical reporting to colleges is August 28, 2026.

Steps to Access the KEA Portal

To participate in the current round of admissions, candidates should visit the official KEA website at keaonline.karnataka.gov.in. Once on the site, users should navigate to the UGCET 2026 Admission section and select the link for Option Entry and Choice Confirmation. Access to the portal requires the candidate's CET application number and password. Alternatively, students may log in by scanning the QR code provided on their original verification slip.

For security purposes, the system requires an OTP verification, which will be sent to the candidate's registered mobile number, email address, or WhatsApp. After successfully verifying their identity, candidates can submit their final choice and complete any applicable fee payments. The KEA advises all participants to ensure that all steps are completed well before the August 28 deadline to prevent any technical issues or administrative complications regarding their seat allocation.