The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the first-round final seat allotment results for UG Medical and Dental courses for the 2026 admission process.

As per the KEA notice dated August 28, 2026, the final first-round seat allotment results for admission to UG Medical and Dental courses have been published on the KEA website. Candidates who participated in the counselling process can check their allotment status and proceed with the next steps according to the choice selected.

KEA NEET UG 2026 First Round Final Results

The first-round final seat allotment results for UG Medical and Dental courses were published on August 28, 2026.

The Choices selection portal for Medical and Dental courses has been enabled from 4:00 PM on August 28, 2026. Candidates are required to exercise the available choice options within the specified timeline.

The notice provides the schedule for Choice-1, Choice-2, Choice-3 and Choice-4 selection, fee payment and reporting to the allotted college.

Karnataka NEET UG 2026 Choice Selection and Admission Schedule

Candidates selecting Choice-1 are required to pay the prescribed fees during the specified payment period and download the Seat Confirmation Slip after payment.

Such candidates must subsequently report to their allotted college along with the Seat Confirmation Slip within the prescribed deadline.

KEA NEET UG 2026 Choice Options

Candidates participating in the first-round counselling process should carefully select their preferred option through the KEA Choices portal.

The notice refers to the following choices:

• Choice-1
• Choice-2
• Choice-3
• Choice-4

Candidates should understand the implications of their selected choice before confirming it and should follow all instructions issued by KEA for the respective option.

Fee Payment and Reporting for Choice-1 Candidates

Candidates who select Choice-1 have to complete the prescribed fee payment process between August 29 and September 3, 2026.

After successful payment, candidates can download the Seat Confirmation Slip. They must then report to the allotted college with the required documents and Seat Confirmation Slip.

The reporting deadline for Choice-1 candidates is 6:00 PM on September 4, 2026.

Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date for fee payment or reporting.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates should carefully follow the KEA counselling schedule and complete each activity within the prescribed deadline.

Candidates allotted seats should check their allotment details and select the appropriate choice through the designated portal. Those opting for Choice-1 must complete fee payment and reporting formalities as specified by KEA.

KEA has also directed all participating institutes and colleges to treat Saturdays, Sundays and Gazetted Holidays as working days in view of the limited time available for conducting the counselling process.

What Candidates Should Do After Seat Allotment

Candidates who have received a seat in the first-round allotment should:

1. Check the final seat allotment result.
2. Access the Choices selection portal.
3. Carefully select the applicable choice option.
4. Candidates selecting Choice-1 should complete the prescribed fee payment.
5. Download the Seat Confirmation Slip after successful payment.
6. Report to the allotted college within the prescribed deadline.
7. Carry the required admission documents and Seat Confirmation Slip while reporting.

Candidates should regularly check the official KEA website for any further updates or instructions related to the counselling process.

KEA NEET UG 2026 First Round: Key Highlights

Important Note

The first-round final seat allotment result has been published on August 28, 2026. Candidates must complete the choice selection within the prescribed period ending September 2, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Candidates selecting Choice-1 must complete fee payment between August 29 and September 3 and report to the allotted college by 6:00 PM on September 4, 2026.KEA has specifically instructed participating colleges to treat Saturdays, Sundays and Gazetted Holidays as working days during the counselling process.

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