Overview of the KEA Counselling Process
The KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority) is the governing body that conducts a multi-round counselling process based on NEET UG scores for admission to medical colleges in Karnataka. The method includes registration, document verification, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting. In this Hello Mentor Guide to Post Registration in KEA Counselling, we will detail each stage and the post-allotment options available to candidates.
Post Registration Process in KEA Karnataka Counselling
- Online Registration: Candidates need to register online on the KEA official website.
- Document Uploading & Online Verification: Candidates must upload the necessary documents for verification in KEA Counselling. The verification process involves cross-checking the uploaded documents with the originals, ensuring the authenticity of the information provided.
- Uploading NEET UG Score & AIR: Candidates need to upload their NEET UG score and All India Rank (AIR). These scores and ranks are crucial in determining the seat allotment process in KEA Counselling. Candidates must ensure these scores' accurate and timely submission, as they significantly influence the seat allotment process.
Choice Filling in KEA Karnataka Counselling
Candidates fill in their preferred colleges and courses in KEA Counselling. For instance, candidates might choose 'XYZ Medical College' and 'MBBS' as their preferred options. This is a critical step, as it determines the allotment of seats in subsequent rounds in KEA Counselling.
Round 1 Allotment in KEA Karnataka Counselling
The seats are allotted in the first round based on the choices filled and NEET UG scores. Candidates have the following options post-allotment in KEA Karnataka Counselling:
Post Round 1 Allotment Choices
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Choice
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Description
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Choice 1
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Admission: If you're satisfied with the allotted seat and willing to report to the allotted college, you can choose this option. This means you're accepting the seat and will proceed with the admission process at the allotted college in KEA Counselling.
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Choice 2
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Upgrade: If you're content with the seat allotted to you but aspire for a better one, you can choose the 'Upgrade' option. This allows you to retain your current seat while also giving you the chance to secure a better one in the next round of KEA Counselling.
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Choice 3
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Free Exit: If you're not satisfied with the seat allotted to you but wish to participate in the next round, you can choose the 'Free Exit' option. This allows you to exit the current round without accepting the seat, giving you the opportunity to participate in the next round of KEA Counselling.
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Choice 4
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Exiting KEA Counselling: I am unsatisfied with the allotted seat and have left the counselling process entirely.
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Post Round 1 Allotment Process in KEA Karnataka Counselling
- Choice 1: Candidates accept the seat and report to the allotted college, thus exiting the KEA counselling process.
- Choice 2: Candidates retain the seat but opt for an upgrade in the next round. Options below the allotted college are deleted, and only alterations or deletions are allowed for the remaining options.
- Choice 3: Candidates must enter their options for the next KEA Counselling round.
- Choice 4: Candidates exit the KEA counselling process altogether.
Round 2 Allotment in KEA Karnataka Counselling
If you haven't been allotted a seat in the first round, don't lose hope. Candidates who opted for Choice 2 or 3, or those not allotted a seat in Round 1, are eligible for Round 2. This gives you another chance to secure a seat, so stay optimistic.
Round 2 Post-Allotment Choices
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Option
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Description
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Option 1
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Accept the seat and report to the college.
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Option 2
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Deny the seat and exit the KEA counselling process.
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Candidates allotted a seat in Round 2 must report to the allotted college. Those allotted a BDS seat can participate in further rounds only for an MBBS seat.
Mop-Up Round in KEA Karnataka Counselling
Mop-Up Round: This is the final round of counselling. Candidates who have yet to be allotted any seat in previous rounds or the MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counselling are eligible for the Mop-Up Round. It's the last opportunity to secure a seat in the KEA counselling process.
Mop-Up Round Details in KEA Karnataka Counselling
- Security Deposit: Candidates must pay a security deposit of Rs. 1,00,000/-.
- Fresh Choice Filling: Candidates must enter their choices afresh, as previous options are null and void.
- Reporting: Candidates allotted a seat must report to the college, or the security deposit will be forfeited.
Mop-Up Round Post-Allotment Choices in KEA Karnataka Counselling
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Option
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Option 1
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Accept the seat and report to the college.
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Option 2
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Deny the seat and exit the KEA counselling process.
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Reporting to Allotted College
- Payment of Fees: Fees can be paid through net banking or bank transfer.
- Reporting: Candidates must report to KEA or the allotted college and deposit the required documents.
- Admission Order: Download or collect the admission order.
- Update Joining Info: Update the joining information on the KEA login portal and close admissions.
Summary of the KEA Counselling Process
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Stage
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Description
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Registration
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Online registration on the KEA official website.
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Document Uploading
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Uploading necessary documents for verification in KEA Counselling.
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Uploading NEET UG Score & AIR
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Uploading NEET UG score and All India Rank (AIR).
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Choice Filling
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Filling in preferred choices of colleges and courses.
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Round 1 Allotment
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Seat allotment is based on choices and NEET UG scores.
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Post Round 1 Allotment Choices
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Choices after Round 1 allotment: Admission, Upgrade, Free Exit, Exiting KEA Counselling.
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Round 2 Allotment
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Seat allotment is available for eligible candidates with options to accept or deny the seat.
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Mop-Up Round
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Candidates have not been allotted seats in previous rounds with a fresh choice-filling process.
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Reporting
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Payment of fees, reporting to college, depositing documents, collecting admission orders.
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