Bengaluru: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the deadline to enter options for the third round of online seat allotment to UG medical and dental courses 2026. Candidates can now enter their options until October 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The update was issued in a notice dated September 29, 2026.
What the KEA Notice Says
The notice refers to KEA’s earlier notifications dated September 23 and September 25, 2026. According to the update:
- Candidates could pay the caution deposit for third round medical and dental seat allotment up to October 1, 2026.
- The last date to enter options for the third round has been extended to October 2, 2026, 10:00 AM.
Karnataka NEET UG Round 3: Key Dates from the Update
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Caution deposit payment for Round 3 | Up to October 1, 2026 |
| Option entry for Round 3 (extended) | Up to October 2, 2026, 10:00 AM |
Who Should Take Note
This update applies to candidates taking part in the third round of Karnataka UGNEET 2026 counselling for MBBS and BDS seats. Since the caution deposit is paid before option entry, candidates who want to take part in the round should complete both steps within the given time.
What Candidates Should Do Next
- Pay the caution deposit by October 1, 2026, if not already paid.
- Log in to the KEA portal and enter options before 10:00 AM on October 2, 2026.
- Read the earlier notifications of September 23 and 25 for the full Round 3 process, seat matrix and rules.
- Keep checking the KEA website for the seat allotment result and other updates.
Official website: kea.kar.nic.in
KEA helpline: 080-23460460
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