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LATEST · 8 October 2026
KEA Karnataka PG Medical Round 1 registration is open from 5 to 15 October 2026.
MCC All India Quota Round 1 schedule is awaited.
Karnataka · KEA · MCC AIQ · NEET PG 2026
NEET PG Counselling and Dates
All important NEET PG 2026 counselling dates for Karnataka in one place — KEA registration, document verification, option entry, seat allotment and reporting, plus the MCC All India Quota schedule for MD/MS and DNB seats.
Result: 24 Sep 2026
KEA Registration: 5–15 Oct
MCC Round 1: Awaited
KEA + MCC
Both schedules tracked
Quick Answer: When is NEET PG counselling 2026 in Karnataka?
NEET PG 2026 counselling in Karnataka runs on two tracks. KEA conducts state counselling — Round 1 registration is open 5–15 October 2026, with in-person document verification in Bengaluru. MCC conducts All India Quota counselling — its Round 1 schedule is expected in mid-October 2026. The NEET PG 2026 result was declared on 24 September 2026 (General qualifying cutoff: 262 marks).
Facts checked:
8 October 2026
8 October 2026
262
General / EWS qualifying cutoff (50th percentile)
244 · 226
Gen-PwBD (45th) · SC/ST/OBC (40th) cutoff
15 Oct
KEA Round 1 last date (without late fee)
Important Dates
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Schedule for Karnataka & MCC
Karnataka candidates should follow both the KEA state schedule and the MCC All India Quota schedule. Dates not yet announced are marked “Awaiting official notice”.
2026 Counselling Schedule
Switch between Karnataka KEA and MCC All India Quota.
| Stage | What Happens | 2026 Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | Conducted by NBEMS across India. | 30 August 2026 | Completed |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | Result and qualifying cutoffs declared by NBEMS. Scorecards available from 1 October. | 24 September 2026 | Completed |
| Internship Cut-off | Compulsory rotating internship must be completed by this date to be eligible. | 30 September 2026 | Completed |
| KEA Online Registration | Round 1 application for PG Medical and DNB seats on the KEA PGET portal. | 5 – 15 October 2026 | Completed |
| Document Verification | In person at KEA, 18th Cross, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru. Day-wise slots as notified by KEA. | From 8 October 2026 | Slots as notified by KEA |
| Verified / Merit List | Only candidates on the verified list can take part in seat allotment. | To be notified by KEA | Awaiting official notice |
| Option Entry | Add, reorder and save college and branch choices on the KEA portal. | To be notified by KEA | Awaiting official notice |
| Round 1 Mock & Final Allotment | Mock allotment first, then the Round 1 seat allotment result. | To be notified by KEA | Awaiting official notice |
| Choice, Fee Payment & Reporting | Accept the seat, pay fees and report to the college within the notified window. | To be notified by KEA | Awaiting official notice |
| Round 2, Mop-up & Stray Vacancy | Further rounds for vacant seats, as per KEA rules for 2026. | To be notified by KEA | Awaiting official notice |
Source: KEA PGET 2026 portal and NBEMS notices, checked on 8 October 2026.
KEA helpdesk: 080-23460460 · keauthority-ka@nic.in
| Round | What Happens | 2026 Date / Status |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Matrix Verification | Institutes verify PG seats for the MCC seat matrix. | Expected 8 – 14 October 2026 (not yet notified) |
| Round 1 | Registration, fee payment, choice filling, locking, result and reporting. | Expected to open in mid-October 2026 (not yet notified) |
| Round 2 | Usually allows fresh registration and upgradation for Round 1 candidates. | Awaiting MCC schedule |
| Round 3 | Further allotment for remaining seats. | Awaiting MCC schedule |
| Stray Vacancy | Final round for seats still vacant. | Awaiting MCC schedule |
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KEA vs MCC
Which Seats Come Under KEA and Which Under MCC?
Knowing who allots which seat tells you which schedule matters for your rank.
Deemed & Central Universities
All PG seats in deemed universities and central institutions are filled through MCC counselling.
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Government-quota, private, NRI and other category seats in Karnataka private medical colleges.
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How Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Works in 2026
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1
Register Online
Apply on the KEA PGET portal (5–15 Oct 2026) and separately on MCC for All India Quota.
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2
Verify Documents
Attend KEA verification in Bengaluru with originals. Only verified candidates enter options.
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3
Enter & Order Options
List colleges and branches in order of preference. The order decides your allotment.
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Accept, Pay & Report
After allotment, choose your option, pay fees and report to the college before the deadline.
Need a strategy for step 3? Read our PG counselling and option entry guide.
Document Checklist
Documents Required for KEA Verification
Carry originals and photocopies. Extra certificates apply if you claim an eligibility clause, category, PwD, in-service or NRI seat.
- KEA PGET-2026 registration form (printed)
- Photo ID and address proof
- NEET PG 2026 admit card
- NEET PG 2026 scorecard
- SSLC / Class 10 marks card (date of birth)
- 2nd PUC / Class 12 marks card
- All MBBS marks cards
- MBBS degree / provisional degree certificate
- Internship completion certificate
- Medical Council registration certificate
- Certificate from head of MBBS institution
- Eligibility certificate (non-RGUHS graduates)
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Allotment & Reporting
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Frequently Asked Questions
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Questions
When does Karnataka NEET PG counselling 2026 start?
KEA opened Round 1 online registration for PG Medical and DNB seats on 5 October 2026. The last date without late fee is 15 October 2026. Document verification is held in person at the KEA office in Bengaluru, followed by option entry and seat allotment on dates KEA will notify.
Who conducts NEET PG counselling in Karnataka?
Two authorities. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts All India Quota counselling for 50% of seats in government medical colleges and for deemed and central universities. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts state counselling for the remaining government seats and for private college seats, including management and NRI seats.
When will MCC NEET PG 2026 counselling start?
As of 8 October 2026, MCC had not published the official NEET PG 2026 schedule. Round 1 registration is expected to open in mid-October 2026 after seat matrix verification. Check mcc.nic.in for the confirmed dates.
What is the NEET PG 2026 qualifying cutoff?
NBEMS declared the NEET PG 2026 result on 24 September 2026. The qualifying cutoff is 262 marks (50th percentile) for General and EWS, 244 marks (45th percentile) for General PwBD, and 226 marks (40th percentile) for SC, ST and OBC including PwBD. Qualifying makes you eligible for counselling; it does not guarantee a seat.
Can I take part in both MCC and KEA counselling?
Yes. An eligible candidate can register for both MCC All India Quota and KEA state counselling. Joining, upgradation and seat-resignation rules differ between the two and between rounds, so read the round instructions before accepting or surrendering a seat.
Where is document verification for Karnataka NEET PG done?
Document verification is done in person at the Karnataka Examinations Authority office, 18th Cross, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru, on the slots KEA notifies. Carry all originals and copies listed in the KEA notice.
How many rounds are there in NEET PG counselling?
MCC usually runs Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and a stray vacancy round. KEA usually runs Round 1, Round 2, a mop-up round and a stray round when seats remain vacant. The exact rounds for 2026 follow each authority’s official schedule.
What happens if I miss the reporting deadline?
If you do not report and pay fees within the notified window, the allotted seat is usually cancelled and you may lose eligibility for the next round under that authority’s rules. Always complete reporting before the deadline in your allotment letter.
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