Karnataka PGCET 2026 Final Round Seat Matrix Released at KEA Portal

| Updated On - Nov 4, 2026

KEA has released the Karnataka PGCET 2026 final round vacant seat matrix for MBA, MCA, MTech, ME and MArch. Fresh option entry closes at 2 PM on November 4, 2026. Seat allotment result is scheduled for November 5, 2026 after 1 PM.

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Final Round Seat Matrix Released at KEA Portal

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the final round seat matrix. The notification covers Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2026 admissions. Candidates can view the vacant seat list at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

The matrix lists vacant seats for the extended counselling round. It covers MBA, MCA, MTech, ME and MArch programmes. These seats remained unfilled after the earlier October 2026 rounds.

The extended round follows a Supreme Court directive on PG admissions. KEA has opened fresh option entry for eligible candidates. The option entry window closes at 2 PM on November 4, 2026.

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Key Highlights of Karnataka PGCET 2026 Final Round

The table below lists the main features of this round. Candidates should refer to it before entering their options.

Detail	Information
Examination	Karnataka PGCET 2026
Conducting Body	Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
Round	Final Extended Round
Programmes Covered	MBA, MCA, MTech, ME, MArch
Option Entry Deadline	November 4, 2026 (2 PM)
Seat Allotment Result	November 5, 2026 (after 1 PM)
Official Portal	cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Final Round Important Dates

KEA has published the full schedule for the extended round. Candidates must track each deadline carefully.

Event	Date and Time
Caution deposit payment window	October 31 to November 3, 2026
Fresh option entry opens	October 31, 2026 (2 PM)
Fresh option entry closes	November 4, 2026 (2 PM)
Provisional seat allotment result	November 5, 2026 (after 1 PM)

Round 1 Counselling Statistics for Context

KEA reported the following allotment and vacancy numbers after Round 1. These figures explain why a final extended round became necessary.

Programme	Seats Allotted in Round 1	Seats Vacant After Round 1
MBA	11,462	2,195
MCA	8,093	9,574
MTech	3,609	1,821
Total	23,164	13,590

How to Check the Karnataka PGCET 2026 Vacant Seat Matrix?

The seat matrix is available as programme-wise PDF downloads. Candidates must follow the steps given below.

Visit the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Click the PGCET 2026 section on the homepage.
Open the vacant seat matrix link for the final round.
Select the PDF for your programme and specialisation.
Download the PDF and check seats college-wise and category-wise.
Use these details to plan your fresh option entry.

Why This Round Matters

The final extended round follows a Supreme Court directive on PG admissions. It gives aspirants one last chance to secure a seat. The round covers all unfilled MBA, MCA, MTech, ME and MArch seats.