Karnataka UG NEET 2026: As per a notification on social media, the Karnataka Examinations Authority has extended the date for candidates to enter their options for the third round of seat allotment for UG NEET counselling. As per the notification, the date for entering options for the third round of seat allotment for admission to Medical and Dental courses has been extended to October 2, 2026. The link will be active until 10 AM.
As per the notification, the seat allotment process of Karnataka NEET UG 2026 round 3 has been extended owing to the nationwide bank strike. Along with the option entry window, KEA has also provided time for students to submit the caution deposit for the third round of counselling until October 1, 2026.
Round 3 option entry link - Click Here
Caution Deposit Link - Click Here
Karnataka UGNEET 2026 Round 3: Important Instructions
Candidates interested in participating in the third round of Karnataka NEET UG Counselling must check the eligibility criteria provided.
a) Candidates who are not allotted any medical seat in the first and second rounds.
b) Candidates who have cancelled a medical/dental seat by paying a penalty.
c) Candidates who have Allotted Medical / Dental Seat in the first round and selected Choice-4.
d) Candidates who exercised the 'QUIT' option before the final results of the second round.
e) Candidates who have reported to medical/dental colleges can participate for up-gradation
Students must note that those who have already secured admission to Medical and Dental seats are also eligible to participate if they are interested in Up-Gradation. Those who did not enter any choice after seat allotment in the first and second rounds are also not eligible to participate in Karnataka NEET UG round 3 counselling.
How to Complete Karnataka UGNEET Round 3 Option Entry 2026
The link for students to enter the options for UG NEET Round 3 counselling is available on the official website. Students can follow the steps provided below
Step 1: Visit the official website of KEA
Step 2: Click on UG NEET
Step 3: Click on theround 3 option entry link
Step 4: Login with the CET number
Step 5: Enter the choices in the order of preference
Step 6: Save and click on submit
Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix Released
Candidates entering the choices are advised to go through the Karnataka UGNEET round 3 seat matrix and enter the choices in the order of preference for allotment. Candidates can visit the official counselling portal to check the seat matrix for the option entry process. The Medical and Dental seat matrix for round 3 counselling is also provided below
