KEA KCET Counselling 2026 Online Option Entry Link and Last Date

The online option entry link for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test counselling 2026 (KCET counselling 2026) was released by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on its official website on June 20th, 2026. Candidates must visit the official website to complete the online option entry for KCET counselling 2026. They must regularly visit the official website to stay updated with all the latest news & notifications and dates & deadlines. This article provides an overview of KCET counselling 2026, online option entry steps for KCET 2026 candidates, and other vital information.

 

 

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Overview of KCET Counselling 2026

The KCET counselling 2026, the centralised process for admissions to engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy seats in Karnataka state colleges, has commenced. The KCET counselling 2026 is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). The major processes in KCET counselling 2026 include online choice filling or option entry, seat allotment, and joining the allotted colleges.

 

There are mainly 3 rounds in the KCET 2026 counselling process. Candidates are allotted seats based on the KCET 2026 rank, online option entry, and categories & quotas. The online option entry process for the KCET 2026 counselling process has commenced. The dates & deadlines for each processes in KCET 2026 counselling are different. The dates & deadlines posted on the official website may not be the final. Candidates must therefore regularly visit the official website to view all the latest notifications and stay updated.

Online Option Entry for KCET 2026 Counselling 

The online option entry is one of the very important stages in KEA KCET 2026 counselling. The purpose of this stage is for candidates to choose their preferred colleges so that they do not end up in colleges that they do not prefer. In the online option entry phase, candidates must choose their college and course preferences in order of preference. Choosing colleges in the order of preference is very important as the counselling authority prioritises those colleges that are listed at the top during seat allotment.

 

The online option entry window for KCET counselling 2026 opened on June 20th, 2026. The last date to complete the online option entry for KCET counselling 2026 is June 30th, 2026.  

 

Online Option Entry for KCET Counselling 2026: Step-by-step Guide

It is vital for candidates to understand the steps for online entry to KCET 2026 counselling before proceeding. Here are the online option entry steps for KCET 2026 counselling:

 

• Visit the Official Website: Candidates must visit the official website to complete the online option entry process for KCET counselling 2026
  
  
• Access the KCET Counselling 2026 Option Entry Links: Candidates must then access the UGCET - 2026 option entry links. They can choose to access any one of the links. If one link does not work, they can use the other.
  
  
• Enter the Credentials: Candidates must then enter their ‘Application Number’ and ‘Option Entry CET NO’. They must choose whether to receive an OTP via SMS, email, or WhatsApp. Then, after entering the displayed captcha, candidates must click ‘Send OTP’. Candidates must then enter the displayed OTP to proceed to the next step.
  
  
• Face Verification: Candidates must then proceed to the face verification step. They must ensure they enable camera access on their browser to complete this step. Candidates must adjust their faces to the camera before clicking on ‘Capture Photo’. Once this is done, candidates must click on ‘Verify & Login’.
  
  
• Make the Fee Payment: Candidates must then pay the required fees of Rs. 750/- to proceed to the online option entry process. Only after making the payment will the option entry link or option get unlocked. It is important to note that the fee paid for the online option entry is non-refundable. The payment can be done through HDFC bank/UPI/Cards/Net Banking.
  
  
• Choose the Discipline and Course/Colleges: After unlocking the online option entry dashboard, candidates must choose their discipline. It could be Engineering, Agriculture, or Medical. They can complete the online option entry either by choosing their preferred courses or colleges. Candidates must rank colleges according to their preferences. For instance, they can insert 1 (in the dedicated field box) for their most preferred college, 2 for their 2nd preferred college, and so on. Candidates must then click on ‘Save & Submit).
  
  
• Modify Choices If Needed: Candidates can also modify their choices under the ‘Modify Selected Choices’ column by changing the numbers. After making the required changes, candidates must review the entered choices before clicking on ‘Update Options’.
  
  
• Take Printouts: Candidates must take printouts of the online option entry page for future reference. They can choose to make changes to their previously entered options by logging in to the portal again. However, this can only be done until the online option entry deadline. Candidates will not have to make another payment when modifying options.
  
  

Vital Information for KCET Counselling 2026

Here’s some additional vital information for KCET counselling 2026:

 

• Enter Options in the Order of Preference: Candidates must enter their college and course options in the order of their preference, as seat allotments are done based on preferences
  
  
• Stay Updated: The dates & deadlines for KCET counselling 2026 are subject to change from time to time based on various factors. Staying up to date with the latest news & notifications is vital to ensure candidates do not miss any important deadlines.
  
  
• Adhere to the Deadlines: Candidates must ensure to complete all the required steps in KCET counselling 2026 within the specified timelines. Missing an important step may result in the cancellation of candidature in the KCET counselling 2026.
  
  
  
  

 

Also Read KEA KCET 2026 Result OUT: Download result PDF on keaonline.karnataka.gov.in