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The Karnataka PGCET 2026 seat allotment is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) through its online counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. More than 60,000 students registered for Karnataka PGCET 2026 this year. They compete for around 30,000 seats in MBA, MCA, ME/M.Tech, and M.Arch courses across 220+ colleges.
Karnataka PGCET Latest Updates
August 19, 2026 Karnataka PGCET 2026 result declared at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, rank cards available for download
June 19, 2026 KEA releases final Karnataka PGCET 2026 answer key for MBA, MCA, and M.Tech papers
KEA declared the Karnataka PGCET 2026 result on August 19, 2026. Seat allotment starts after document verification, and KEA allots seats based on your PGCET rank, option entry order, category, and Karnataka domicile status.
- RV Institute of Management, Bangalore closed at rank 267 in general merit for MBA in the last cycle.
- Karnataka PGCET offers around 12,600 MBA seats, 5,600 MCA seats, and 11,000+ ME/M.Tech seats.
- 90% of ME/M.Tech seats go to Karnataka students and 10% go to non-Karnataka students.
- A rank under 1,000 gives you a strong chance at top Bangalore MBA colleges.
Check: Karnataka PGCET Cutoff 2026
Karnataka PGCET Seat Allotment 2026 Dates
KEA releases the full seat allotment schedule on the official portal after the result. Check the expected round-wise dates below.
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result | August 19, 2026 (Declared) |
| Document Verification | Last week of August 2026 |
| Seat Matrix Release | Last week of August 2026 |
| Round 1 Option Entry | September 2026 |
| Round 1 Mock Allotment | September 2026 |
| Round 1 Option Modification | September 2026 |
| Round 1 Provisional Allotment | September 2026 |
| Round 1 Final Allotment | September 2026 |
| Round 1 Fee Payment and Reporting | September 2026 |
| Round 2 Option Entry and Allotment | October 2026 |
| Final Round / Extended Round | November 2026 |
Note: The result date is confirmed. All counselling dates are tentative. KEA publishes the confirmed schedule at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in along with the official counselling notification.
Check: Karnataka PGCET Result 2026
Check the latest updates related to Karnataka PGCET 2026:
- Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result: Next Steps for Counselling and Documents
- Karnataka PGCET Marks vs Rank: Check Expected Cutoff
Karnataka PGCET College-Wise Seat Allotment
Karnataka PGCET seats are spread across government, aided, private, and university colleges. Bangalore colleges take the largest share of top-rank allotments.
- RV Institute of Management records the lowest MBA closing rank in the state at 267 in general merit.
- PES University closes MBA allotment near rank 557 and MCA near rank 250.
- UVCE Bangalore closes M.Tech CSE within the top 50 ranks.
- Colleges outside Bangalore such as SDMCET Dharwad stay open till rank 11,996.
RV Institute of Management, Bangalore
| Details | Data |
|---|---|
| Total PG Seats | 180+ |
| Allotment Rounds | 3 Rounds including Extended Round |
| Counselling Mode | Online via cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Popular Programmes | MBA Finance, MBA Marketing, MBA HR |
| Closing Rank (General Merit) | Under 300 for MBA |
PES University, Bangalore
| Details | Data |
|---|---|
| Total PG Seats | 300+ |
| Allotment Rounds | 3 Rounds including Extended Round |
| Counselling Mode | Online via cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Popular Programmes | MBA, MCA, M.Tech CSE |
| Closing Rank (General Merit) | Under 600 for MBA, under 250 for MCA |
MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore
| Details | Data |
|---|---|
| Total PG Seats | 250+ |
| Allotment Rounds | 3 Rounds including Extended Round |
| Counselling Mode | Online via cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Popular Programmes | MBA, MCA, M.Tech CSE, M.Tech VLSI |
| Closing Rank (General Merit) | Under 400 for MBA |
BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore
| Details | Data |
|---|---|
| Total PG Seats | 280+ |
| Allotment Rounds | 3 Rounds including Extended Round |
| Counselling Mode | Online via cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Popular Programmes | MBA, MCA, M.Tech Structural Engineering |
| Closing Rank (General Merit) | Under 900 for MBA, under 300 for MCA |
University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE), Bangalore
| Details | Data |
|---|---|
| Total PG Seats | 200+ |
| Allotment Rounds | 3 Rounds including Extended Round |
| Counselling Mode | Online via cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Popular Programmes | M.Tech CSE, M.Tech Structural Engineering, MCA |
| Closing Rank (General Merit) | Top 50 for M.Tech CSE, top 120 for MCA |
Karnataka PGCET College-Wise Closing Ranks (General Merit)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| RV Institute of Management, Bangalore | 109 | 267 |
| PES University, Bangalore | 277 | 557 |
| MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore | 339 | 386 |
| BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore | 451 | 883 |
| Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore | 534 | 893 |
| Bangalore Institute of Technology, Bangalore | 1,222 | 1,714 |
| REVA University, Bangalore | 1,941 | 3,625 |
| Mount Carmel College, Bangalore | 2,019 | 5,843 |
| KLE Technological University, Hubballi | 2,255 | 3,667 |
| CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore | 2,747 | 3,978 |
| SDM College of Engineering and Technology, Dharwad | 6,899 | 11,996 |
| Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management, Mangalore | 1,961 | 28,950 |
Karnataka PGCET Seat Allotment Process
KEA runs the whole allotment online. You verify documents first, then enter options, and finally accept the allotted seat.
You must complete document verification at a KEA helpline centre before option entry opens. Students who skip verification cannot take part in seat allotment.
| Process | Description |
|---|---|
| Result Declaration | KEA announces the PGCET result and rank card at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Document Verification | You verify original documents at a KEA helpline centre and get a verification slip |
| Seat Matrix Release | KEA publishes the course-wise and college-wise seat matrix before option entry |
| Option Entry | You fill college and course choices in priority order using your PGCET login |
| Mock Allotment | KEA shows a trial allotment so you can judge your chances |
| Option Modification | You add, delete, or reorder options after seeing the mock result |
| Provisional and Final Allotment | KEA allots seats by rank, category, reservation, and option order |
| Choice Exercising | You select Choice 1, 2, 3, or 4 to keep, upgrade, or reject the allotted seat |
| Fee Payment and Reporting | You pay the fee online and report to the allotted college with original documents |
| Round 2 and Extended Round | KEA fills vacant seats through later rounds and a final extended round |
Karnataka PGCET Choice Options Explained
| Choice | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Choice 1 | You accept the allotted seat and exit counselling |
| Choice 2 | You keep the seat but want a better option in the next round |
| Choice 3 | You reject this seat and want a different seat in the next round |
| Choice 4 | You reject the seat and exit counselling |
Note: If you do not exercise any choice within the given window, KEA treats it as Choice 4 and cancels your allotted seat.
Total Seats in Karnataka PGCET Participating Colleges
KEA fills around 30,000 postgraduate seats through PGCET counselling every year. The seat count changes in each round as students accept or reject seats.
| Course | Approximate Seats | Participating Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | 12,600+ | 200+ |
| MCA | 5,600+ | 187 |
| ME / M.Tech | 11,000+ | 150+ |
| M.Arch | 300+ | 15+ |
| Total | 30,000+ | 220+ |
Course-Wise Seat Availability by Round
| Round | Seats Available | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 30,000+ | Full seat matrix released before option entry |
| Round 2 | 21,909 | Vacant seats after Round 1 reporting |
| Extended Round | 8,000+ | Leftover seats in private and university colleges |
Note: Round 2 and Extended Round figures are based on the last counselling cycle. KEA publishes fresh vacancy data before every round.
M.Tech Seat Split
| Quota | Share of Seats |
|---|---|
| Karnataka Candidates | 90% |
| Non-Karnataka Candidates | 10% |
| GATE Score Holders | Allotted before PGCET rank holders |
How Many Students Applied for Karnataka PGCET
| Year | Key Seat and Applicant Data |
|---|---|
| 2026 | More than 60,000 registrations for around 30,000 seats |
| 2025 | 11,026 M.Tech seats offered; 21,909 seats vacant at Round 2 |
| 2025 | 5,602 MCA seats across 187 colleges |
Karnataka PGCET Seat Reservation
Karnataka reservation rules apply to government seats, aided seats, and the government quota in private colleges. Only Karnataka domicile students can claim category reservation.
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| General Merit (GM) | 50% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3% |
| Category-1 | 4% |
| Category-2A | 15% |
| Category-2B | 4% |
| Category-3A | 7% |
| Category-3B | 2% |
Special Category Reservation
| Special Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 3% |
| Hyderabad-Karnataka 371(J) Local Seats | 70% in regional universities |
| Hyderabad-Karnataka 371(J) State-Level Seats | 8% across Karnataka |
| Defence and Ex-Servicemen | As per KEA notification |
| Sports and NCC | As per KEA notification |
Non-Karnataka students cannot claim caste-based reservation. KEA places them under General Merit for MBA and MCA, and under the 10% non-Karnataka quota for ME/M.Tech.
Documents Required for Karnataka PGCET Seat Allotment
You must carry all original documents plus two photocopy sets to the KEA helpline centre. Keep scanned copies ready for online upload as well.
KEA cancels your allotted seat if any document is missing or does not match your application details. Check every certificate before you report.
| Document Name | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Admission Ticket | Confirms your exam registration |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Rank Card | Confirms your rank and score |
| Qualifying Degree Marksheets (all semesters) | Proves eligibility and aggregate marks |
| Degree Certificate or Provisional Degree Certificate | Confirms course completion |
| Class 10 Marksheet | Proves date of birth |
| Class 12 Marksheet | Proves academic record |
| Study Certificate (7 years in Karnataka) | Claims Karnataka domicile eligibility |
| Caste and Income Certificate | Claims SC, ST, Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, or 3B reservation |
| Hyderabad-Karnataka 371(J) Certificate | Claims regional reservation |
| GATE Scorecard | Claims GATE priority in M.Tech allotment |
| Work Experience Certificate | Required for part-time ME/M.Tech/M.Arch |
| PwD Certificate | Claims 3% disability quota |
| Aadhaar Card | Identity verification |
| Two Passport-Size Photographs | Attached to verification forms |
Karnataka PGCET Good Score
Karnataka PGCET has no negative marking, so scores stay high at the top. A good score depends on the course you apply for and your category.
- 60 to 70 marks is a good score and puts you inside the top 500 ranks.
- Students scoring above 70 marks usually land in the top 100 ranks.
- A rank under 5,000 still gets you a seat in a decent Bangalore private college.
| Score / Rank Range | Admission Possibility | Suitable For |
|---|---|---|
| 70+ marks / Under 200 rank | Excellent - high chances in top colleges | RV Institute of Management, PES University, UVCE |
| 60 to 70 marks / 200 to 1,000 rank | Very Good - popular courses at top colleges | MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, BMS College of Engineering |
| 50 to 60 marks / 1,000 to 3,000 rank | Good - solid options in Bangalore | Bangalore Institute of Technology, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering |
| 45 to 50 marks / 3,000 to 7,500 rank | Average - limited top options | REVA University, CMR Institute of Technology, Mount Carmel College |
| Below 45 marks / Above 7,500 rank | Low - very limited options | Extended round seats and private colleges outside Bangalore |
Is 60 Marks a Good Score in Karnataka PGCET?
Yes, 60 marks is a good score in Karnataka PGCET. It usually places you between rank 200 and 500 in the MBA merit list. At this rank you have a fair chance at MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, BMS College of Engineering, and Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering. For RV Institute of Management you need 65 marks or more, since it closes under rank 300 in general merit.
Karnataka PGCET Marks Vs Rank
Your PGCET rank decides which college you get in seat allotment. Use the table below to estimate your rank from your score.
- PGCET has no negative marking, so raw marks convert directly into rank.
- The top 10 ranks need 75 marks or more out of 100.
- Ranks tighten sharply between 50 and 65 marks, where most students cluster.
- KEA uses inter-se merit rules to break ties at the same score.
| Karnataka PGCET Marks (Out of 100) | Expected Rank Range |
|---|---|
| 75 - 100 | 1 - 10 |
| 70 - 75 | 10 - 100 |
| 65 - 70 | 100 - 200 |
| 60 - 65 | 200 - 500 |
| 55 - 60 | 500 - 1,000 |
| 50 - 55 | 1,000 - 3,000 |
| 45 - 50 | 3,000 - 7,500 |
| 40 - 45 | 7,500 - 14,000 |
| 30 - 40 | 13,000 - 20,000 |
| 20 - 30 | 20,000+ |
| Below 20 | 30,000+ |
What is the Expected Karnataka PGCET Cutoff 2026?
Cutoff ranks depend on the number of test takers, paper difficulty, and seat matrix. Check the expected closing ranks for top colleges below.
| College | General Merit | OBC (2A/3A) | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RV Institute of Management, Bangalore | 267 | 698 | 5,200 | 888 |
| PES University, Bangalore | 557 | 3,104 | 6,400 | 4,100 |
| BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore | 883 | 3,851 | 7,800 | 5,600 |
| CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore | 3,978 | 6,200 | 7,132 | 9,400 |
| Mount Carmel College, Bangalore | 5,843 | 9,800 | 18,500 | 22,494 |
Note: Category-wise ranks are indicative and based on previous year allotment trends.
Colleges Accepting Karnataka PGCET Scores
More than 220 colleges across Karnataka accept PGCET scores for MBA, MCA, ME/M.Tech, and M.Arch admission. Check the top options below.
| College Name | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|
| RV Institute of Management | Private | Bangalore |
| PES University | Private University | Bangalore |
| MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology | Private | Bangalore |
| BMS College of Engineering | Private | Bangalore |
| University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering | Government | Bangalore |
| Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering | Private | Bangalore |
| Bangalore Institute of Technology | Private | Bangalore |
| REVA University | Private University | Bangalore |
| CMR Institute of Technology | Private | Bangalore |
| Mount Carmel College | Private | Bangalore |
| KLE Technological University | Private University | Hubballi |
| SDM College of Engineering and Technology | Private | Dharwad |
| Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management | Private | Mangalore |
| Siddaganga Institute of Technology | Private | Tumkur |
| BMS Institute of Technology and Management | Private | Bangalore |
| JSS Science and Technology University | Private University | Mysore |
Colleges in Bangalore close much earlier than colleges in Mysore, Hubballi, Dharwad, and Mangalore. If your rank is above 5,000, add colleges outside Bangalore to your option list to improve your chances in Round 1.
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