The deadline for submitting web options for Round 2 of KCET 2026 counseling is August 13.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is set to close the Round 2 option entry for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) on August 13, 2026. Candidates aspiring to secure seats in engineering, architecture, and agriculture programs must finalize their course selections online before the portal shuts down. This crucial step is essential for students who wish to participate in the provisional allotment process following the completion of the first round of counseling.

The option entry process, which began on August 7, 2026, allows students to submit, modify, rearrange, or delete their course choices. While the deadline is firmly set for August 13 at 9:00 AM, there is speculation about a possible extension, although no official confirmation has been provided by KEA. This second round of counseling comes after Round 1, which successfully filled approximately 1.22 lakh out of 1.41 lakh available professional seats across Karnataka.

Eligible candidates are encouraged to access the official KEA website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea to lock in their selections before the impending deadline. The timeline for the counseling process includes the release of the seat matrix on August 7, the option entry window from August 7 to August 13, and the provisional seat allotment scheduled for August 19, 2026. Students should remain vigilant about these dates to ensure they do not miss any critical steps in the process.

For those who were not allotted a seat in Round 1, this is an opportunity to enter fresh choices. Candidates who retained their seats from the first round can also participate in this round to seek better institutional placements. KEA advises applicants to submit a broader range of choices to reduce the likelihood of remaining unallotted, emphasizing that selections should reflect genuine preferences rather than previous cutoff scores.

Once the provisional results are announced on August 19, candidates will have limited options to navigate. They can choose to accept and freeze their allotted seat or opt to exit the counseling process entirely. Additionally, candidates who have not yet completed the verification process must visit the designated KEA office for necessary processing. This phase of the counseling is critical for students aiming to secure their desired educational paths in Karnataka.