Karnataka NEET UG Counselling is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and other undergraduate medical courses offered by government, private, and deemed medical colleges across the state.
If you have qualified NEET UG 2026 and wish to participate in Karnataka medical admissions, this guide will help you understand the complete counselling process—from registration to final admission.
✅ Eligibility Criteria (Before You Start Filling)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen / Eligible NRI Candidate |
| NEET Qualification | Must have qualified NEET UG with the required percentile |
| Age Limit | Minimum 17 years as on 31st December of the admission year |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English |
| Domicile | Required for Karnataka State Quota seats as per KEA norms |
| Category Certificate | Required for reserved category candidates |
⚠️ Candidates who do not satisfy the eligibility criteria may not be considered for admission.
📂 Documents Required Before You Begin Form Filling
Keep these scanned documents ready (JPEG/PDF format):
NEET UG Admit Card
NEET UG Scorecard
Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate
Class 12 Marksheet & Passing Certificate
Study Certificate
Karnataka Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) – if applicable
Income Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card
Passport Size Photograph
Candidate Signature
⚠️ Ensure all documents are clear and uploaded in the prescribed format.
🖥️ Step-by-Step Form Filling Process
Step 1 – Registration
Visit the official KEA counselling portal.
Click on "UGNEET Registration 2026".
Select "New Registration".
Enter:
NEET Roll Number
NEET Application Number
Date of Birth
Mobile Number
Email ID
After successful registration, login credentials will be generated.
Step 2 – Fill Personal Details
Enter the following information carefully:
Candidate Name
Father's Name
Mother's Name
Gender
Category
Date of Birth
Nationality
Correspondence Address
Permanent Address
Domicile Information
⚠️ Ensure all details match your official documents.
Step 3 – Fill Academic & NEET Details
Provide:
NEET Score
NEET Rank
NEET Percentile
Qualifying Status
Class 12 Board
Year of Passing
PCB Marks
Double-check all entries before proceeding.
Step 4 – Upload Documents
Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
✔ Recent passport-size photograph
✔ Clear candidate signature
✔ Valid category and domicile certificates
✔ Readable educational documents
⚠️ Incorrect or blurry uploads may lead to rejection during verification.
Step 5 – Payment of Registration Fee
Pay the prescribed registration fee through online mode.
Accepted Payment Methods
Debit Card
Credit Card
Net Banking
UPI
⚠️ Registration will be considered complete only after successful fee payment.
Step 6 – Document Verification
KEA may conduct online or offline document verification depending on the counselling schedule.
Candidates should verify:
Name
Category
Domicile Status
Academic Details
NEET Information
Any discrepancy should be corrected within the specified timeline.
Step 7 – Choice Filling & Option Entry
Select your preferred colleges and courses.
Important Instructions
Arrange colleges according to preference.
Save options regularly.
Review selections carefully.
Modify options before the deadline if required.
⚠️ Higher preference options should always be filled carefully as seat allotment depends on your choices.
📅 Tentative Counselling Schedule
| Event | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | After NEET UG Result Declaration |
| Last Date of Registration | As per official notification |
| Document Verification | After registration |
| Merit List Publication | Following verification |
| Option Entry / Choice Filling | After merit list release |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | As per counselling schedule |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | Following Round 1 |
| Mop-Up Round | For vacant seats |
| Stray Vacancy Round | If seats remain vacant |
| Reporting to College | After seat allotment |
🔔 Candidates should regularly visit the official KEA portal for updates.
🧠 Expert Tips to Avoid Rejection
| Common Mistake | How to Avoid |
|---|---|
| Incorrect NEET Details | Verify NEET Roll Number and Rank carefully |
| Name Mismatch | Use the same name as on official certificates |
| Invalid Category Certificate | Upload valid and updated certificates |
| Missing Documents | Verify checklist before submission |
| Blurry Uploads | Use clear scanned copies |
| Wrong Option Entry | Review college preferences carefully |
📍 After Form Filling – What Next?
Merit List Release
KEA will publish the merit list based on NEET scores and eligibility criteria.
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on:
NEET Rank
Category
Reservation Policy
College Preferences
Seat Availability
Admission Confirmation
If allotted a seat:
✔ Download the allotment letter
✔ Pay the prescribed admission fee
✔ Complete document verification
✔ Report to the allotted institute
If not allotted a seat, participate in the next counselling round.
🔗 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official KEA Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
| Karnataka NEET Counselling Portal | kea.kar.nic.in |
| NEET UG Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is NEET mandatory for MBBS admission in Karnataka?
✅ Yes. NEET UG qualification is compulsory for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical courses.
Q2. Who conducts Karnataka NEET UG Counselling?
✅ Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts the counselling process.
Q3. Is domicile mandatory for Karnataka State Quota seats?
✅ Yes. Candidates seeking admission under the State Quota must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed by KEA.
Q4. What happens if I don't fill options during choice filling?
📌 You will not be considered for seat allotment in that counselling round.
Q5. Can I participate in multiple counselling rounds?
✅ Yes. Eligible candidates can participate in Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.
📢 Final Words
Filling the Karnataka NEET UG Counselling form correctly is one of the most important steps toward securing a medical seat. Even a small mistake in registration, document verification, or option entry can affect your admission chances.
Review every detail carefully before submission, keep all required documents ready, and stay updated with official notifications released by KEA.
📅 Bookmark this page for the latest Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 updates, registration dates, merit lists, seat allotment results, cutoff trends, and admission guidance.