Karnataka Counselling Fee Payment: Stepwise Guide 2026

Latest Updates:

• The registration for KEA NEET Counselling has ended for UGNEET 2026.
• Applicants will be provided the opportunity to link their NEET Roll Number with the Karnataka MBBS registration after KEA receives the Re-NEET results 2026 data.
• The verification of documents will start after the linking of the NEET Roll Number.
• The authority will shortly publish the Karnataka NEET 2026 seat matrix as well as the information bulletin.
• Re-NEET Seats in India 2026. Check here.

For paying your Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026 fees with the help of the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) portal, you need to log in with your credentials, choose the fee payment link, and then complete the transaction through the use of net banking, a debit card, or a credit card.

NEET Counselling is one of the most crucial steps for any medical aspirant who is going to kickstart their medical journey. It is important to be prepared for the NEET Counselling 2026 beforehand to ensure there is no last-minute hassle and anxiety. Students who are going to take MBBS admission in Karnataka 2026 can look at the table below to get a quick understanding of the Karnataka Counselling Fee Payment.

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Overview of Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026

Karnataka has 4400 government and 10995 private seats, which makes a total of 15395 seats for 75 medical colleges in Karnataka. Check the table below for quick highlights on Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026.

Fees for Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026

The students who are applying for NEET 2026 Counselling for Karnataka colleges can do so by applying through KEA. The students are required to pay the one time non registration fees amount which is non-refundable. Tuition fees must be paid only after the seat allotment and admission to the allotted college. Check the table below for the fee breakdown.

Check: MCC NEET UG 2026 Counselling New Rules

Documents Required for Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026

Documents Required for Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026 are -

• Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets
• NEET UG Admit Card
• NEET UG Scorecard
• Domicile Certificate (for Karnataka candidates)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (if applicable)
• Affidavit (declaring no domicile in any other state)

Step-by-Step Guide for Karnataka Counselling Fee Payment

Follow the steps below for the Karnataka Counselling Fee Payment-

Step 1: Registration on KEA Portal

• Visit the KEA Official Website. 
• Click on UGNEET 2026 Registration.
• Enter the required credentials like NEET Roll Number, captcha, mobile number and mail id and submit.
• Once you submit, you will receive OTP. Enter the OTP and your profile is created.
• Set a new password and click save and confirm.

Step 2: Application Completion and Document Upload

• Once your account is created on the portal, login to the portal using credentials.
• Fill in the needed personal and academic details.
• Upload the required set of documents.
• Click the save option to ensure your documents are submitted.

Step 3: Registration Fee Payment

• Go to the fee payment section.
• Choose the payment method.
• Proceed with the online payment via net banking, debit or credit card, UPI, etc.

Step 4: Confirmation and Receipt

• Download and print the payment receipt.
• Ensure all details are correct.
• Keep copies for future reference.

Read More: 

• Karnataka NEET UG Counselling Dates 2026
• Karnataka Counselling Round 1 2026: Important Dates, Documents & Complete Process
• Karnataka Counselling Round 2 2026: What's New, Eligibility, Dates, Seat Matrix & How to Prepare
• Karnataka Mop-Up Round 2026: Eligibility and Seat Allotment Explained
• How to Upgrade Your Seat in Karnataka Medical Counselling 2026

Important Tips - Do’s and Don’ts

Here are listed some of the most crucial do’s and don’ts students must take care of while applying for Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026.

Conclusion

Fee payment is essential to ensure successful registration for the Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026 so it becomes important that students must thoroughly understand the fee payment process.

Karnataka Counselling Fee Payment: FAQs

Ques: How to pay NEET counselling fee online?

Ans: To pay the NEET Counselling fee online for 2026, students have to log in with their credentials, choose the fee payment link, and then complete the transaction through the use of net banking, a debit card, or a credit card.

Ques: What is the registration fee for NEET Counselling in Karnataka?

Ans: The registration fees for Karnataka NEET Counselling for 2026 are given below as per categories:

• General, 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B: ₹2500
• OCI, NRI, PIO and Foreign Nationals: ₹5500
• SC, ST, Category-I and PwD: ₹500

Ques: Do we have to pay the money for NEET Counselling 2026?

Ans: Yes, students have to pay the money for NEET Counselling 2026. For MCC counselling, this involves a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit. However, for state counselling, applicants have to pay the non-refundable registration fee as prescribed by the respective state counselling authority, while any refundable security deposit is liable to the counselling rules of the states. These fees have to be paid online during registration through MCC for AIQ or respective state authority portals.

Ques: Can I change my payment method after initiating?

Ans: No, once the payment is initiated with the help of the KEA payment gateway, the method of payment can not be changed. If the transaction fails, applicants might retry through the use of another available payment option.

Ques: What if I face technical issues during payment?

Ans: If you are facing technical issues, try refreshing the page, or you can try after some time, or check your internet connection. But if the issue persists, then contact the KEA Help Desk on the official website.