KCET Counselling 2026: Round 3 Provisional Seat Allotment Out at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, Check Choice-4 Deadline

The KCET Round 3 provisional seat allotment result 2026 is now available on the official KEA website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

Candidates who participated in Round 3 option entry can log in and check their allotment status. The allotment has been prepared based on candidates' merit, choices entered during counselling, seat availability and applicable reservation rules.

Important: KEA has introduced a Choice-4 option for candidates who have received a fresh seat allotment in Round 3. This option allows eligible fresh allottees to exit the counselling process if they do not want to continue with the allotted seat.

KCET Round 3 2026 Dates

The latest reported schedule states that Choice-4 is available to fresh Round 3 allottees until September 6, 2026, up to 10 AM. Candidates should check their KEA login and official notice for the latest instructions before taking action.

KCET Round 3 Seat Allotment 2026 Direct Link

Candidates can check the provisional allotment through the official KEA portal.

Official website:https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ 

KCET Round 3 allotment page: Candidates should open the UGCET 2026 section and select the Round 3 provisional seat allotment link.

Note: Use only the official KEA website to check and download the KCET Round 3 allotment. Avoid third-party links asking for login details.

How to Check KCET Round 3 Seat Allotment 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to check their KCET Round 3 allotment status:

1. Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

2. Open the UGCET 2026 section.

3. Click on the link for Round 3 Provisional Seat Allotment Result.

4. Enter the required login details, such as the CET/application credentials.

5. Submit the details.

6. The KCET Round 3 seat allotment result will appear on the screen.

7. Check the allotted college, course/branch, category and other details.

8. Download and save the allotment result for future admission formalities.

Candidates should carefully check the allotment details before making their next decision.

What Is Choice-4 in KCET Round 3?

Choice-4 is applicable to candidates who receive a fresh seat allotment in KCET Round 3.

If such a candidate does not want to continue with the newly allotted seat, they can select Choice-4 within the prescribed deadline and exit the KCET counselling process. The reported Choice-4 window is open from September 4 to September 6, 2026, up to 10 AM.

Who Can Select Choice-4?

The important distinction is between fresh allottees and candidates who already held a seat.

• Freshly allotted candidates in Round 3: Choice-4 is available.

• Candidates who were already allotted/retained a seat and participated for an upgrade: They should carefully follow the specific KEA instructions applicable to their category before taking any action.

Candidates should not assume that the same exit option applies to everyone.

What Should Students Do After KCET Round 3 Allotment?

After checking the allotment, students should:

• Check the college and branch allotted.

• Read the instructions displayed in the KEA login.

• Check whether Choice-4 applies to them.

• Complete the required admission formalities within the prescribed deadline.

• Download and keep copies of the allotment/admission documents.

• Follow the reporting instructions issued by KEA and the allotted institute.

Since Round 3 is the final phase of the regular KCET allotment process, students should make their decision carefully.

KCET Round 3 Seat Allotment: How Is the Seat Decided?

The KCET seat allotment result is prepared using factors such as:

• KCET merit/rank

• Candidate's entered preferences

• Availability of seats

• Applicable reservation rules

• Candidate eligibility and counselling participation

Therefore, the college and branch allotted to a candidate depend on both their merit position and the options entered during the KCET counselling process.

KCET Counselling 2026: What If You Do Not Get a Seat?

Candidates who remain unallotted should regularly check the official KEA website for further instructions regarding vacant seats or any subsequent admission activity.

However, students should not assume that another regular allotment round will automatically be conducted. Any further counselling or admission opportunity will depend on an official KEA notification.

KCET 2026 Round 3: Important Instructions for Students

Before completing the admission process, candidates should keep the following points in mind:

• Check the allotment only through the official KEA portal.

• Do not miss the deadline applicable to your allotment category.

• Fresh Round 3 allottees should check the Choice-4 rules carefully.

• Download the allotment result and keep it safely.

• Do not share your KEA login credentials with anyone.

• Check the allotted institute's reporting instructions.

• Follow any revised schedule published by KEA.