Karnataka MBBS Admission 2026: Counselling, Special Stray Round Registration Begins Today

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA), Bengaluru, has started the Special Stray Round registration for Karnataka MBBS Admission 2026. This counselling phase covers state quota and private college seats across medical and dental institutes in Karnataka. Candidates who meet the NEET UG 2026 cut-off criteria can complete their registration on the official counselling portal.

The counselling process includes registration, choice filling, option locking, seat allotment, and reporting. Admissions are offered on the basis of NEET UG 2026 scores, merit ranks, eligibility criteria, seat availability, and candidate preferences.

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Karnataka MBBS Counselling 2026 Highlights

The KCET 2027 table below outlines the key highlights and administrative details for the Karnataka MBBS Admission 2026 Special Stray Round. Candidates should check the seat distribution and conducting authority information before participating in the process.

Karnataka MBBS Counselling 2026 Dates

Candidates participating in the Special Stray Round must track all key events carefully. The table below lists the complete official schedule released for registration, choice filling, and seat allotment result declaration.

Candidates participating in Karnataka NEET UG counselling 2026 can also check the Karnataka NEET UG Stray Vacancy Round 2 Allotment List 2026 to view seat allotment results and check their admission status.

Karnataka MBBS Counselling 2026 Registration

Registration is open to NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who satisfy state eligibility rules. General category applicants must secure at least 50% marks in the qualifying examination, while reserved category candidates require a minimum of 40% marks. A domicile study requirement of at least 7 years in Karnataka is applicable as per state norms. Candidates must enter their verified NEET UG details and pay the required fee or caution deposit on the official counselling portal during the registration window.

How to Register for Karnataka MBBS Counselling 2026?

Candidates can complete their registration and choice filling by following these steps:

1. Visit the official counselling website.

2. Click on the Karnataka NEET 2026 Special Stray Round registration link.

3. Enter the required candidate details and NEET UG 2026 roll number.

4. Complete the form and submit the information.

5. Pay the applicable fee or caution deposit, if required.

6. Enter preferred college and course options between November 6 and November 9, 2026.

7. Save and lock choices before the deadline.

Students preparing for the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2026–27 can also refer to the Karnataka 2nd PUC Model Paper 2026–27 to understand the latest exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme and practise effectively for the board examinations.