Karnataka PGCET 2026 Extended Round Counselling Schedule Out; Check How to Participate

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2026 Extended Round counselling schedule on the official portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. The schedule covers admissions to MBA, MCA, MTech, ME and MArch programmes across Karnataka.

The official notification was issued on October 29, 2026. It applies to candidates who did not secure a seat in Round 1 or Round 2. The Extended Round is the final counselling phase for PGCET 2026.

Eligible candidates can access the detailed schedule in the official notification. The direct PDF is available on the KEA portal under the PGCET 2026 section. Students must read it carefully before taking any step.

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Extended Round Schedule

The Extended Round covers all vacant seats left after the earlier two rounds. The round is open to registered PGCET 2026 candidates who meet the eligibility rules.

Stages Covered in the Extended Round

The Extended Round follows the standard KEA counselling flow. Each stage must be completed within the official deadline. Missing a stage will cost the candidate a seat.

• Publication of the final seat matrix for all participating colleges.
• Option entry window for fresh choices by eligible candidates.
• Mock seat allotment result and option modification window.
• Publication of the final seat allotment result.
• Fee payment and seat confirmation slip download.
• Reporting to the allotted college with original documents.

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Who Can Participate in the Extended Round?

Only candidates registered for PGCET 2026 are eligible for the Extended Round. The round is meant for students who are yet to secure a seat. Those who already joined a college through Round 1 or Round 2 may also check the vacancy list.

Students must have valid PGCET 2026 login credentials. They must also meet the course-specific eligibility rules set by KEA. Reservation and category details filed during registration will apply.

How to Participate in the PGCET 2026 Extended Round?

Candidates must log in to the official KEA portal to take part. The entire process is online until the reporting stage. Follow the steps given below in order.

1. Visit the official portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Click on the PGCET 2026 Extended Round link.
3. Log in using the application number and password.
4. Check the fresh seat matrix for all branches and colleges.
5. Enter new options in order of preference.
6. Save and lock the options before the deadline.
7. Check the mock allotment result and modify choices if needed.
8. Download the final seat allotment order after result release.
9. Pay the admission fee and download the seat confirmation slip.
10. Report to the allotted college with original documents.

Documents Required at Reporting

Candidates must carry a full set of documents to the allotted college. Missing any document can cancel the admission. The college will verify originals before confirming the seat.

• PGCET 2026 admit card and rank card.
• Seat allotment order and fee paid receipt.
• Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates.
• Qualifying degree marksheets and provisional or original degree certificate.
• Caste or category certificate, if applicable.
• Income certificate, if applicable.
• Transfer certificate and conduct certificate from the last institute.
• Study certificates from Class 1 to the qualifying degree.
• Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Download the official notification from cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Note every date and time listed in the schedule.
3. Keep all original documents and scanned copies ready.
4. Review the fresh seat matrix before filing options.
5. Lock the choices well before the deadline on the portal.
6. Arrange the admission fee as per the course and category.
7. Report to the allotted college within the given window.
8. Contact KEA at 080-23460460 for any process-related query.

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