Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1 Provisional Allotment Released at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in; Check Last Date to Raise Objections

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the PGCET 2026 Round 1 allotment. This is the provisional seat allotment for postgraduate admissions in the state. It is available on the official portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

The Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test is a state-level admission exam. KEA conducts it each year for professional postgraduate programmes.

Candidates who are dissatisfied with the allotment can raise objections online. The objection window closes on September 24, 2026. KEA will review submissions before releasing the final allotment list.

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1 Key Details

PGCET 2026 Programmes Covered

KEA runs counselling for several postgraduate professional streams. All programmes listed below are two-year full-time courses.

How to Check the PGCET 2026 Round 1 Provisional Allotment?

Candidates can view their allotment result by following the steps below.

1. Visit the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Click on the PGCET 2026 candidate login link on the homepage.
3. Enter your CET number and password to log in.
4. The Round 1 provisional allotment order will open on screen.
5. Download the allotment document and save a printed copy.

How to Raise Objections Against the Provisional Allotment?

Candidates who spot errors in their allotment must act before the deadline. Objections are accepted only through the online portal.

1. Log in to the PGCET 2026 candidate portal with your credentials.
2. Open the Round 1 objection or grievance link on the dashboard.
3. Select the reason for the objection from the given options.
4. Upload any supporting documents needed to back your claim.
5. Submit the objection form before the September 24 deadline.

What Happens After the Objection Window Closes?

KEA will process every valid objection filed by candidates. The board will then publish the final Round 1 allotment list.

Selected candidates must pay the admission fee within the notified window. They must also report to the allotted college on time. Unfilled seats will move to the next counselling round.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Log in to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and open the Round 1 allotment order.
2. Cross-check the college, course, and category shown on the order.
3. File an online objection if any detail on the order is wrong.
4. Keep your CET number and login credentials ready for the next steps.
5. Track the portal for the final allotment and reporting schedule.