Kerala NEET UG 2026 Seat Matrix Released; Check Round 1 Option Registration Last Date

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala has released the NEET UG 2026 seat matrix on the official portal at cee.kerala.gov.in. The matrix shows the seats available for MBBS and BDS admissions under Kerala state quota counselling. It includes government, self-financing and cooperative sector medical and dental colleges.

The seat matrix has been released while Round 1 option registration is underway. Candidates must use the college-wise and category-wise seat details to prepare their preferences before the August 22, 2026 deadline.

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Kerala NEET UG 2026 Seat Matrix Highlights

The seat matrix groups seats by college, course, and quota category. Candidates can view seat allocation for each participating institution. The matrix also details reservation splits for state merit and community categories.

How to Check the Kerala NEET UG 2026 Seat Matrix?

Candidates can download the seat matrix from the CEE Kerala portal. The document is available through the NEET UG 2026 counselling section.

1. Visit the official CEE Kerala website at cee.kerala.gov.in.
2. Open the NEET UG 2026 counselling or notification section.
3. Click on the Kerala NEET UG 2026 seat matrix notification.
4. Open the PDF containing the college-wise seat details.
5. Search for your preferred college and course.
6. Download and save the PDF for use during option registration.

What Does the Kerala NEET UG Seat Matrix Show?

The seat matrix provides information about the number and type of seats available at participating institutions. It also shows the applicable quota and reservation categories.

Candidates should check the matrix against their NEET UG rank, category and eligibility before adding colleges to their preference list. A college may have seats available under one category while having limited or no seats under another.

Kerala NEET UG 2026 Counselling Important Dates

The seat matrix release aligns with the ongoing Round 1 counselling schedule. Candidates should note the deadlines listed by CEE Kerala. Missing any of these cut-offs can lead to loss of the seat allotment opportunity.

How to Fill Options Using the Seat Matrix?

Candidates should use the seat matrix to create a realistic preference list before submitting their options.

1. Log in to the CEE Kerala candidate portal using your application number and password.
2. Open the Option Registration section.
3. Review the available colleges and courses.
4. Compare the seats with your rank and applicable category.
5. Add colleges and courses in order of preference.
6. Rearrange the list based on your priorities.
7. Save and confirm the choices before the August 22 deadline.

Candidates should avoid selecting colleges only because seats appear vacant. Quota, category and eligibility conditions can affect whether a particular seat is actually available to them.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Download the latest seat matrix from cee.kerala.gov.in.
2. Check the colleges and courses available under your category.
3. Compare the available seats with your NEET UG 2026 rank.
4. Prepare a preference list before opening the option registration portal.
5. Enter and arrange your choices according to your actual preferences.
6. Review the complete list carefully before confirming it.
7. Complete option registration before August 22, 2026.

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