KCET 2026 Mock Seat Allotment Out; Edit Options Before July 09

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has published the KCET 2026 Mock Seat Allotment results for candidates participating in the Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET) counselling process. The mock allotment provides applicants with an opportunity to understand their probable admission status based on the choices submitted during option entry and their merit position. Following the release of the mock allotment, KEA has activated the option modification window, allowing candidates to revise, add, remove or reorder their preferred colleges and courses. The editing facility will remain available until July 09, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Candidates are advised to use this period carefully, as the preferences locked after the deadline will be considered for the first round of actual seat allotment.

KCET Mock Seat Allotment 2026: Important Dates and Counselling Schedule

The mock allotment is intended to help candidates evaluate their admission prospects before the final counselling process begins. KEA has also released the key counselling dates that applicants should keep in mind while participating in the ongoing admission process.

What does the KCET Mock Seat Allotment Mean for Candidates?

The mock allotment is only a provisional exercise conducted to help candidates assess the colleges and programmes they are likely to receive based on current preferences and available seats. It does not confirm admission and should not be treated as the final allotment. Candidates who have received a mock allotment should carefully review the allotted college and branch. If they wish to improve their chances of securing a preferred institute or programme, they can modify the order of choices during the option editing period. Similarly, applicants who did not receive any allotment in the mock round should consider adding more eligible colleges and course options to increase their chances during the actual seat allocation process.

KEA Advises Candidates to Verify Reservation Details

KEA has also advised candidates claiming special reservation categories to verify their allotment details carefully. Applicants belonging to categories such as:

• Rural Quota
• Kannada Medium Quota
• Defence Quota
• Other Special Reservation Categories

should ensure that their reservation benefits have been correctly reflected in the counselling system. In case of discrepancies, candidates should immediately contact the KEA helpdesk before the option modification window closes.

KCET Option Modification Window

After reviewing the mock allotment result, candidates can modify their choices during the option editing period. The option modification facility allows candidates to:

• Add new college preferences.
• Delete existing choices.
• Rearrange the order of preferences.
• Prioritise better colleges or branches.
• Improve admission chances based on the mock allotment outcome.

The modification window remains available from July 06, 2026 to July 09, 2026.

KEA has advised candidates to complete all modifications before the deadline to avoid missing the opportunity to revise their options.

What Happens After the Option Modification Window Closes?

Once the option editing facility closes on July 09, 2026, KEA will process all revised preferences submitted by candidates and prepare the database for the first round of actual counselling. The KCET 2026 Round 1 seat allotment is scheduled to be announced on July 15, 2026. Candidates are advised to review their preferences thoroughly before locking their options and to keep a printed copy of the final choice list for future reference during document verification and admission reporting. Regularly checking the official KEA counselling portal for notifications regarding seat allotment, reporting schedules and admission guidelines is also recommended to avoid missing any important updates.