GENERAL

Karnataka Counselling Round 2: What’s New & How to Prepare

PD
Puja Das • 6 Mins read • 3 Sep 25
Karnataka Counselling Round 2Karnataka Counselling Round 2

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will declare the round 2 provisional allotment result. The schedule for round 2 seat allotment for the Karnataka NEET counseling 2025 will be declared. Round 2 seat matrix is published on the KEA website (kea.kar.nic.in). Students who did not get a seat in the round 1 counseling can attend in the Karnataka Counseling Round 2. In addition, those who want to get their allotment upgraded to a better option will be considered for round 2 allotment.

 

Karnataka Counselling Round 2 Process

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) proceeds Karnataka NEET Counselling 2025 for admission to dental and medical courses in the state. The Karnataka NEET counselling 2024 process involves different stages:

●     Registration: Eligible students must register on the KEA website and participate in document verification at designated centers. Verification at designed centers. Verification depends on the student’s qualifications and rank.

●     Choice Filling: Once the verification is done, students can log in and fill in their preferred courses and colleges from the available seat matrix.

●    Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted depending on NEET marks, choices, and rank. KEA conducts two major rounds, followed by mop-up rounds if required. After every round, applicants must either accept the seat, reject it, or upgrade to the next round.

●     Document submission and reporting: Applicants who accept the allotment are required to submit the original documents and pay the fees at the KEA office. They must report to the allotted college within the provided timeline.

●    Further Rounds: If applicants wish to upgrade their seats or if vacancies arise, subsequent Karnataka NEET counseling 2024 rounds take place, following similar methods.

 

Eligibility Criteria for Karnataka Counselling Round 2

Participation in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling Round 2 depends on meeting particular eligibility criteria set by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Here are the eligibility criteria for Karnataka Counselling Round 2:

Particulars

Details

NEET

General: 50th percentile

SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile

General PwD: 45th percentile

SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile

Age Limit 

Must be at least 17 years of age as of December 31, 2025

Educational Qualification

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as compulsory subjects. 

KEA Registration

Registration on the KEA website


Required documents for Karnataka Counselling Round 2:

●     Admit card of NEET 2025

●     Marksheet of classes 10 and 12

●     Application form of NEET 2025

●     Passport size photos

●     Income certificate

●     Caste certificate

●     NEET 2025 hall ticket

●     NEET 2025 result

●     Domicile certificate

 

Karnataka Counselling Round 2: Important Dates

Important Dates of the Karnataka Counselling Round 2 are identified in this table: 

Important Events

Important Dates

Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by institutes

August 21, 2025

Registration/Payment

August 21, 2025 to August 26, 2025

Choice Filling/Locking

August 22, 2025 to August 26, 2025

Result Declaration

August 29, 2025

Reporting/ Joining to Allotted Colleges

August 30, 2025 to September 05, 2025

Verification of Joined Candidates Data by Institutes

September 06, 2025 to September 08, 2025

 

Steps to Download Karnataka NEET UG 2025 Round 2 counselling Result

●     Step 1: Open kea.kar.nic.in.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Karnataka NEET-UG 2025 seat allotment result’ link.

Step 3: Enter the login credentials.

Step 4: The NEET-UG 2025 round 2 result will be shown on the screen.

Step 5: Download the result for future reference after reviewing it online.

 

Karnataka Counseling Round 2: Seat Matrix 2025

Applicants applying for different dental and medical colleges in Karnataka affiliated with the state’s medical university may find their dream college by understanding the Karnataka NEET Counseling 2025.

Karnataka NEET Counselling 2024 Round 2 seat matrix for government Quota MBBS seats

College

3AG

2AG

GM

GMK

SCG

GMR

STG

Total

BMCRI

-

1

25

1

2

-

6

35

AMC

-

-

2

-

-

-

-

2

MSRMC

-

-

-

-

1

-

-

1

KBNIMS

-

-

1

-

-

-

1

2

MVJMC

1

2

4

-

3

1

-

11

KEA Round 2 seat matrix for Hyderabad - Karnataka Quota MBBS seats 

College

2AH

GMH

GMRH

STH

Total

BMCRI

-

2

1

1

4

AMC

-

-

-

-

0

MSRMC

-

-

-

-

0

KBNIMS

-

-

-

-

0

MVJMC

-

-

-

-

0

KEA Round 2 seat matrix for Private Quota MBBS seats

College

GMP

GMPH

MA

MMH

OPN

Total

BMCRI

5

3

-

-

8

16

AMC

4

-

-

-

8

12

MSRMC

10

-

-

-

8

18

KBNIMS

7

1

-

10

6

24

MVJMC

6

2

26

-

9

43

KEA Round 2 seat matrix for Government  Special Category MBBS seats

College

PHM

Total

BMCRI

2

2

KBNIMS

1

1

MVJMS

1

1

VIMSRC

1

1

AJIMS

1

1

KEA Round 2 seat matrix for NRI and Other Category MBBS seats

College

NRI

OTH

Total

AMC

20

4

16

KIMS

12

1

12

MSRMC

6

2

18

KBNIMS

21

3

24

MVJMC

31

4

43

 

Comparison of seat allotment in Karnataka Counselling Round 1 vs Round 2

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling method engages different rounds, and understanding the differences in seat allotment between Round 1 and Round 2 is crucial for applicants:

Particulars

Karnataka Counselling Round 1

Karnataka Counselling Round 2

Seat Availability

Karnataka Counselling Round 1 features the largest pool of seats throughout different colleges. All eligible applicants can attend, and the primary allotment reflects choices and ranks throughout the whole spectrum of available seats. 

Karnataka Counselling Round 2 is based on the remaining vacant seats after Round 1. These vacancies arise from applicants not joining their allotted seats, resigning from Round 1 seats, or opting for upgrades to better colleges in subsequent rounds. 

Choice Filling 

Applicants fill their choices from the whole list of available colleges.

Applicants must fill fresh preferences for Round 2. The seat matrix will reflect only the vacant seats after Round 1. It is significant to review the updated seat matrix before filling choices. 

Free Exit Option

Applicants who are allotted a seat in Round 1 have the option of a ‘Free Exit’. This means they can decline the allotted seat without forfeiture of their security deposit and attend in Round 2. 

Generally, the ‘free exit’ option is not available in Round 2. If an applicant is allotted a seat in Round 2 and does not join, their security deposit is usually forfeited.

Significance

Round 1 provides the first opportunity for applicants to secure a seat, often in their preferred courses and colleges.

Round 2 offers a second chance for applicants who did not get a seat in Round 1 or are aiming for an upgrade. It fills the remaining vacant seats and ensures maximum utilizations of available seats. 


Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. What is the official website of the Karnataka Counselling Round 2?

Ans. Official website of the Karnataka Counselling Round 2 from https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.


Ques. What are key dates of Karnataka Counselling Round 2?

Ans. Karnataka Counselling Round 2 starts from 21st August, 2025.


Ques. What are the detailed eligibility criteria for Karnataka Counselling Round 2?

Ans. Applicants are required to be eligible for the respective entrance exams such as KCET or NEET-UG and must have registered with the Karnataka Examination Authority. 


Ques. What is the number of applicants and seat fill rate for Karnataka Counselling Round 2 in previous years?

Ans. The number of students appearing and qualifying for NEET from Karnataka is substantial. In 2025, 140000 students appeared for NEET from Karnataka, and 83582 qualified. In 2024, 150,000 students appeared and 88887 students were qualified. 


Ques. What is the impact of government policies on Karnataka Counselling Round 2 seat allocation?

Ans. Karnataka has its own state-specific reservation policies which can vary from All India Quota reservations. Government of Karnataka defines the domicile rules that determine eligibility for the 85% state quota seats in government medical colleges and 100% of seats in private colleges.       


Ques. How to apply for Karnataka Counselling Round 2?

Ans. To apply for Karnataka Counselling Round 2, students must visit the official KEA website (http://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/), fill in the online application form, and submit the required documents within the particular deadline.


Ques. What is the fee for the Karnataka Counselling Round 2?

Ans. The fee for Karnataka counselling round 2 is between INR 500 and INR 5500.


Ques. Who conducts Karnataka counseling Round 2?

Ans. Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bangalore conducts the counselling of Karnataka Counselling Round 2. 


Ques. In which mode will the Karnataka counselling Round 2 be held?

Ans. The Karnataka BDS/MBBS counseling 2025 is conducted online. 


Ques. What are the required documents for Karnataka counseling Round 2?

Ans. NEET 2025 hall ticket, NEET 2025 result, two passport-sized photos, domicile certificate, and caste certificate (if applicable).