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Karnataka NEET UG Counseling 2026: Choice Filling Closes Today, Result on November 11
· Source: Amar Ujala
Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is closing the option entry process for the Karnataka NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round today, November 9, 2026. The seat allotment result will be declared on November 11, 2026, on the official website.
Option Entry Closes Today for Special Stray Vacancy Round
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is closing the choice filling process for the Karnataka NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round today, 9 November 2026. Candidates participating in this round must select their preferred medical and dental colleges within the specified timeframe. Those who have not yet submitted their choices can complete the process on the official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Option entry closes | 9 November 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | 11 November 2026 |
| Fee payment and college reporting | 12 and 13 November 2026 |
Eligibility and Seat Matrix
This Special Stray Vacancy Round is being conducted to fill vacant seats in medical and dental courses. Only candidates who are eligible under the rules established for this round can participate. Candidates must check the released seat matrix before filling their choices to see the available seats by college and course, and arrange colleges according to their preference.
How to Fill Choices
Candidates can complete the option entry process by following these steps:
- Visit the official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Click on the option entry link related to Karnataka NEET UG counseling.
- Select preferred colleges and courses based on available seats.
- Rearrange the filled choices up or down according to priority.
- Click on the final submission link to submit the choices.
- Verify that the choices have been registered correctly after submitting the form.
Seat Allotment Result and Admission Process
The seat allotment result for the Special Stray Vacancy Round will be announced on 11 November 2026 on the official website. Candidates allotted a seat must pay the fee and report to the allotted college on 12 and 13 November 2026 along with all required original documents for verification. Reporting to the allotted college is mandatory, as candidates will not receive an option to change seats or choose another college. Failure to report on the designated dates may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
Questions
What is the official website for Karnataka NEET UG 2026 counseling?
Candidates can access counseling details and submit choices on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
When will the Special Stray Vacancy Round seat allotment result be declared?
The seat allotment result will be released on 11 November 2026.
What are the dates for fee payment and college reporting?
Candidates who are allotted seats must pay the fee and report to their colleges on 12 and 13 November 2026.
Can candidates change their allotted college after the result is announced?
No, candidates will not be given an option to choose another college or change their allotted seat in this round.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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