KCET 2026 Round 1 seat allotment is released on July 9, 2026 — students allotted a seat must now download the allotment letter, pay the seat acceptance fee online, complete document verification at a KEA Helpline Center, and report to their allotted college before the deadline.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) publishes the Round 1 seat allotment on its official portal. Every step after allotment is time-bound, and missing any single deadline can result in loss of the allotted seat. This guide covers each mandatory action you must take, the documents you need, and your options if you want to participate in Round 2.

• KCET 2026 Round 1 allotment is available at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea using your CET Application Number and Date of Birth.
• The seat acceptance fee must be paid online immediately after downloading the allotment letter — non-payment forfeits the seat.
• Document verification takes place at designated KEA Helpline Centers across Karnataka — carry all originals and two sets of self-attested photocopies.
• After verification, you must physically report to your allotted college and pay the first-year fee to confirm admission.
• Students unhappy with their Round 1 seat can choose to Float — retain the current seat and compete for a better allotment in Round 2.

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How to Download KCET 2026 Round 1 Allotment Letter

The allotment letter is your official proof of the seat offered by KEA. You need multiple printouts for document verification and college reporting. Follow these steps:

1. Visit cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea on your browser.
2. Click the KCET 2026 Seat Allotment Result link on the homepage.
3. Enter your CET Application Number and Date of Birth in the login fields.
4. Click Submit — your allotment details will appear on screen.
5. Download the allotment letter as a PDF and take at least three printouts.

The allotment letter shows your allotted college, course, category under which you are allotted, and the schedule of next steps. If you see "No Seat Allotted", you will automatically be considered in Round 2 — no further action is needed at this stage.

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KCET 2026 Seat Acceptance Fee Payment

Paying the seat acceptance fee is the first mandatory action after downloading the allotment letter. KEA will not confirm your seat without this payment. The fee is collected online through the KEA portal. Amounts below are based on 2025 KEA notifications and are expected to remain the same for 2026.

Steps to pay online:

1. Log in to the KEA portal with your CET Application Number and Date of Birth.
2. Select Seat Acceptance Fee Payment from your dashboard.
3. Choose a payment mode — net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card are accepted.
4. Complete the payment and download the payment receipt immediately.
5. Save the transaction ID — you will need the receipt at document verification and college reporting.

The seat acceptance fee is non-refundable once paid, including if you later withdraw your seat. Pay only after you are reasonably sure you want to accept the allotted option.

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Documents Required for KCET 2026 Verification

Carry all originals along with two sets of self-attested photocopies of each document. A missing document can delay verification or lead to seat cancellation.

Students claiming Kannada Medium benefit or Horalata (rural area) reservation must carry the relevant certificates issued by the competent authority. Verify the complete document checklist on the official KEA portal before visiting the center.

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KCET 2026 Document Verification Process

Document verification for KCET 2026 Round 1 is conducted at KEA-designated Helpline Centers across Karnataka. Your allotment letter or the KEA portal will indicate the center you must visit and the date.

1. Report to your designated KEA Helpline Center on the scheduled date — do not visit any other center.
2. Carry all original documents and two self-attested photocopy sets in a folder.
3. KEA officials will verify your eligibility, category claims, academic records, and domicile status.
4. If all documents are in order, you will receive a Document Verification Certificate (DVC) — this is your entry pass to college reporting.
5. If any document is missing or incorrect, officials will give a specific window to produce the corrected document. Failure within that window may cancel your seat.

Arrive early and keep photocopies pre-organised — verification centers handle large volumes and queues can be long. Students who miss their verification slot without prior intimation to KEA risk losing the allotted seat.

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How to Report to Your Allotted College

College reporting is the final step that formally secures your admission. Not reporting by the deadline automatically forfeits your Round 1 seat, even if you paid the seat acceptance fee and completed verification.

1. Carry your Document Verification Certificate, allotment letter, fee payment receipt, and all originals to the college admissions office.
2. Submit the documents as required by the college and fill in any admission forms.
3. Pay the first-year tuition and other fees as notified by the college (amount varies by institution and course).
4. Collect your Admission Confirmation Slip from the college — this confirms your enrolment.
5. Complete additional college-level formalities such as biometric registration or online university enrolment as instructed.

Contact your allotted college directly for the exact fee structure and daily reporting timings. KEA will also publish reporting dates and schedules on the official portal.

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Seat Freeze, Float, Slide and Withdrawal Options

After accepting your Round 1 seat, you must choose one of the following options on the KEA portal within the given window. Choose carefully — some options are irreversible.

Students who do not respond within the option-selection deadline are treated as having withdrawn from the process. Log in to the KEA portal promptly after college reporting to record your choice.