Karnataka NEET PG Counselling 2026

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened Round 1 registration for Karnataka NEET PG Counselling 2026. Candidates who qualified NEET PG 2026 and meet the applicable admission requirements can apply for postgraduate medical seats at participating institutions in Karnataka.

The counselling covers MD, MS, PG Diploma and DNB programmes, subject to the applicable seat matrix and rules. Online registration opened on October 5, 2026, and applications can be submitted without a late fee through October 15, 2026. Round 1 offline document verification is scheduled to begin from October 8; the seat matrix and allotment dates have not yet been announced. The process includes registration, document verification, merit-based counselling, choice filling and seat allotment.

Important Dates

KEA may publish further counselling dates, the seat matrix and details of later rounds through its official portal. Candidates should check for schedule changes and new notices regularly.

Vacancy Details

KEA has not yet announced the total number of seats or the category-wise seat distribution. Seats are expected across government, private and other participating medical institutions in Karnataka, with the exact availability determined by the official seat matrix. The counselling information covers MD and MS courses, PG Diploma courses and DNB programmes wherever they appear in the applicable matrix. Categories mentioned include General, SC, ST, OBC and EWS, as well as in-service candidates where applicable. The supplied information describes MD and MS programmes as two-year courses, but candidates should confirm the exact duration and course details for each seat in KEA’s official matrix.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Applicants must have qualified NEET PG 2026 and hold an MBBS degree from a recognised medical college or institution. They must complete the required internship by the cut-off date prescribed by KEA and hold valid registration with the Medical Council of India (MCI), the National Medical Commission (NMC) or the applicable State Medical Council. Candidates seeking state-quota or reserved seats may also need to meet Karnataka domicile or study requirements and provide the relevant certificates. The final eligibility conditions should be checked in KEA’s updated information bulletin.

Candidates should have their NEET PG admit card and scorecard, MBBS degree or provisional certificate, internship completion certificate and medical registration certificate ready. Other documents listed for the process include Class 10 and Class 12 or 2nd PUC records, Aadhaar, and PAN card or passport as identity proof. Karnataka domicile and study certificates, category, income and reservation certificates, and RD Number, caste, category, income, Non-Creamy Layer Certificate or Hyderabad-Karnataka certificate details may be required where applicable. A recent photograph, signature and left-hand thumb impression are also requested; the supplied instructions specify a maximum file size of 50 KB for each image file. For verification, candidates should carry original documents and two sets of photocopies.

Age Limit

The available counselling information does not state an age limit or age relaxation. Candidates should consult the final KEA information bulletin for any age-related conditions or other rules that apply to their course or category.

Application Fee

The application fee amount and the accepted payment methods have not been confirmed in the available information. KEA directs candidates to check the official portal for current fee details and pay through an option provided there. The supplied information says the fee is generally non-refundable, so applicants should verify the amount and payment conditions before proceeding and retain the payment receipt.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official KEA website or open the Karnataka PGNEET 2026 registration page.
2. Open the PGET 2026 or PG NEET section and select the online registration link.
3. Create a login by entering the required details and setting up the login credentials.
4. Complete the application with your personal, academic and NEET PG 2026 information. Check that the details match your certificates.
5. Upload the required documents and image files in the format and size specified by KEA.
6. Check the portal for the current application fee and available payment method, then complete payment and save the receipt.
7. Review the application carefully, submit it and keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
8. Complete the scheduled offline document verification and monitor KEA notices for the seat matrix, choice-filling instructions, merit list and allotment schedule.

The KEA portal’s “Download Brochure” option may currently lead to a dummy or placeholder file rather than the updated 2026 information bulletin. Do not rely on that placeholder to determine final eligibility, fees, reservation rules or verification requirements. Check the official KEA website for the updated bulletin before making decisions.

Salary & Pay Scale

This is a postgraduate medical counselling and admission process, not a recruitment for a paid job. No salary or pay scale is specified.

Selection Process

KEA’s counselling process is based on NEET PG 2026 qualification and the applicable admission rules. Candidates register and attend offline document verification; KEA is expected to check applications and prepare a merit list using NEET PG scores and the relevant rules. During counselling, candidates can submit college and speciality preferences when choice filling is available. Allotment will depend on the candidate’s rank, submitted choices, seat availability and applicable reservation rules. The seat matrix and allotment dates are still to be announced. Candidates allotted a seat must complete the required admission formalities and report to the assigned college within the deadline KEA specifies.

Eligible candidates should complete registration well before October 15, 2026, and prepare their documents for verification beginning October 8. Keep checking KEA’s official portal for the updated bulletin and subsequent counselling announcements.