| Updated On - Oct 6, 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has opened NEET PG 2026 counselling registration on October 5. Candidates can apply at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in till October 15 without a late fee. Document verification begins October 8.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened the Karnataka Postgraduate Entrance Test (PGET) 2026 counselling registration for NEET PG 2026 qualifiers. The online application window opened on October 5, 2026. Candidates can apply through the official portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/pgneet2026.
The counselling covers admission to MD, MS, Diploma, and DNB programmes. Seats are offered across government, private, and minority medical colleges in Karnataka. The last date to register without a late fee is October 15, 2026.
Offline document verification for Round 1 begins on October 8, 2026. KEA will release the seat matrix and provisional merit list shortly after registration closes. Candidates must complete all required steps within the prescribed schedule to remain eligible.
Karnataka NEET PG 2026 Counselling Key Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online registration opens | October 5, 2026 |
| Last date to apply without late fee | October 15, 2026 |
| Document verification for Round 1 begins | October 8, 2026 |
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Only candidates who have qualified NEET PG 2026 can register for the Karnataka NEET PG counselling. Applicants must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised institute. Completion of the mandatory internship by the cut-off date prescribed by KEA is also required.
Candidates must have valid registration with the State Medical Council or National Medical Commission (NMC). Karnataka domicile, study, and category certificates may be required for candidates seeking state quota or reserved category seats. Applicants should carefully read the official KEA information brochure for detailed eligibility conditions.
Also Check: NMC Releases NEET PG 2026-27 Seat Matrix at nmc.org.in
Documents Required for Verification
Candidates must carry the original documents along with two sets of photocopies. Failure to produce mandatory documents may affect the candidate's eligibility during verification.
- NEET PG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- MBBS degree certificate
- Internship completion certificate
- State Medical Council or NMC registration certificate
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and passing certificates
- Karnataka domicile and study certificates for applicable state quota candidates
- Category, income, or reservation certificates, wherever applicable
- Aadhaar card
- Recent passport-size photographs
Also Check: Gujarat NEET PG 2026 Counselling Round 1 Registration Begins
What Programmes Are Covered Under KEA Counselling?
The KEA NEET PG 2026 counselling covers postgraduate medical seats across different clinical and non-clinical programmes in participating institutions.
- MD (Doctor of Medicine) across clinical and non-clinical specialities
- MS (Master of Surgery) across surgical specialities
- Post Graduate Diploma courses in medical disciplines
- DNB (Diplomate of National Board) programmes, wherever included under the applicable counselling seat matrix.
Also Check: MCC NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 Registration Open at mcc.nic.in
How to Register for Karnataka NEET PG 2026 Counselling?
The registration process is online, while document verification is conducted offline. Candidates must complete the application process before appearing for verification.
- Visit the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/pgneet2026.
- Click on the new registration link and generate a user ID and login credentials.
- Enter the required personal, academic, and NEET PG 2026 score details.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
- Complete the required process for offline document verification for Round 1 from October 8, 2026.
Karnataka hosts one of the largest PG medical seat pools in South India. Many candidates from neighbouring states track this counselling closely. A late registration can mean losing a Round 1 seat opportunity entirely.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/pgneet2026 and start the registration today.
- Keep your NEET PG 2026 scorecard and MBBS documents scanned and ready.
- Submit the application form before October 15, 2026 to avoid last-minute errors.
- Book an early offline verification slot after October 8, 2026 for Round 1.
- Check the KEA portal daily for seat matrix and merit list updates.
KEA will soon release the Round 1 seat matrix and provisional merit list. Watch the official portal for the choice-filling window and mop-up round schedule.
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