The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will release the provisional seat allocation results for the first round of the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026. Candidates who have registered for the counseling process will be able to check their allotment status on the official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.The provisional seat allotment will be prepared based on the candidate’s KCET 2026 rank, choices made during counseling and availability of seats. Only candidates who pass the entrance examination will be considered for a seat.Earlier, on July 6, 2026, the KEA released mock seat allocation results for the KCET 2026 elections, allowing candidates to revise their likely allocation ahead of the first round.
KCET Counseling 2026: Round 1 Schedule
Candidates can check the important dates for the first round of counseling below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary result of the distribution of seats in the first round | July 14, 2026 |
| Last day to file objections | July 15, 2026 |
| Results of the distribution of places in the final round 1 | July 15, 2026 |
| Process for selecting allocated seats | August 2026 |
| Last date for reporting to designated colleges | August 2026 |
KEA is expected to announce a detailed delivery schedule for August separately.
How to Check KCET 2026 First Round Seat Allocation Result
Candidates can follow the following steps to check the allocation result:
- Visit the official KCET counseling website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Click on the link “KCET 2026 First Round Seat Allotment Preliminary Result”.
- Enter your Karnataka State CET number.
- Submit details.
- The result of the seat allocation will appear on the screen.
- Download and save it for future use.
After checking the provisional allotment, candidates can review their allotted seat and proceed to the next steps of the counseling process. Those who find any problem with the provisional seat allotment can file objections within the stipulated time limit before the final seat allotment results are announced on July 15, 2026.