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Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Complete Form Filling Guide (Step-by-Step)

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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)

CriteriaDetails
NationalityIndian Citizen / Eligible NRI Candidate
NEET QualificationMust have qualified NEET UG with the required percentile
Age LimitMinimum 17 years as on 31st December of the admission year
Educational Qualification10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English
DomicileRequired for Karnataka State Quota seats as per KEA norms
Category CertificateRequired 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

EventExpected Timeline
Registration StartsAfter NEET UG Result Declaration
Last Date of RegistrationAs per official notification
Document VerificationAfter registration
Merit List PublicationFollowing verification
Option Entry / Choice FillingAfter merit list release
Round 1 Seat AllotmentAs per counselling schedule
Round 2 Seat AllotmentFollowing Round 1
Mop-Up RoundFor vacant seats
Stray Vacancy RoundIf seats remain vacant
Reporting to CollegeAfter seat allotment

🔔 Candidates should regularly visit the official KEA portal for updates.

🧠 Expert Tips to Avoid Rejection

Common MistakeHow to Avoid
Incorrect NEET DetailsVerify NEET Roll Number and Rank carefully
Name MismatchUse the same name as on official certificates
Invalid Category CertificateUpload valid and updated certificates
Missing DocumentsVerify checklist before submission
Blurry UploadsUse clear scanned copies
Wrong Option EntryReview 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

PurposeLink
Official KEA Websitecetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
Karnataka NEET Counselling Portalkea.kar.nic.in
NEET UG Official Websiteneet.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.