Karnataka NEET MDS 2026: Counselling Registration Reopens After Cutoff Reduction

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has reopened registration for Karnataka NEET MDS 2026 counselling following a reduction in the qualifying percentile for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS). The move gives newly eligible dental graduates another opportunity to participate in Karnataka's postgraduate dental admission process and compete for remaining MDS seats.

The registration portal reportedly became available on October 15, 2026, after the qualifying criteria were revised. Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate dental courses should check the official KEA portal for the current registration status, payment deadlines and instructions for the upcoming counselling round.

Candidates can visit the official KEA NEET MDS counselling portal for the latest notices. The revised qualifying criteria are also available through the National Dental Commission's official notices.

NEET MDS 2026 Revised Qualifying Percentile

The revised qualifying percentile differs by category. Candidates should verify the applicable category and revised qualifying score against the official notice before proceeding with registration or counselling.

The revised percentile figures reported for NEET MDS 2026 are provided below.

Candidates should refer to the latest official notice for the applicable qualifying marks and category-specific conditions. A qualifying percentile determines eligibility to participate; it is not a guarantee of a particular college or MDS specialisation.

How to Check Karnataka NEET MDS 2026 Registration Status

Candidates who became eligible after the revised cutoff should first confirm whether KEA is still accepting fresh applications. The registration and counselling links may change as the authority updates its schedule.

To check the latest status, candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the KEA NEET MDS 2026 portal.
2. Open the latest PGET MDS 2026 notification or counselling announcement.
3. Check the revised qualifying criteria and eligibility requirements.
4. Look for the fresh registration link and confirm the last date.
5. If registration is available, follow the portal's instructions to enter the required details and complete the applicable payment.
6. Save the application acknowledgement and payment receipt, if registration is completed.

Candidates who have already registered should check whether they need to complete any additional steps under the revised schedule. They should rely on the latest KEA instructions rather than submitting duplicate applications without confirmation.

Documents Required for Karnataka NEET MDS 2026 Counselling

Candidates should keep their NEET MDS score details, academic records and other documents required by KEA ready before completing the counselling process. The exact requirements may vary according to the candidate's eligibility and applicable category.

Commonly requested documents may include:

• NEET MDS 2026 scorecard and admit card
• BDS degree or provisional degree certificate
• BDS marksheets
• Internship completion certificate meeting the prescribed deadline
• Identity proof
• Category certificate, where applicable
• Karnataka eligibility or domicile documents, where applicable
• Other documents specified in the KEA counselling notification

Candidates should check the official instructions for the complete list. The required documents should be valid and consistent with the details entered in the application.

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