Karnataka's MBBS 2026 admissions have one more window. KEA has opened an extended special stray vacancy round for 47 vacant MBBS seats. The caution deposit window is today, November 12, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and option entry closes tomorrow, November 13, at 10:00 AM. Results are due the same day after 12:30 PM. Dates and the deposit amount below come from media reporting of the round; the KEA notice itself was not available for verification, so confirm each on the KEA portal before you pay.
Quick Answer
The Karnataka NEET UG 2026 extended stray round fills 47 MBBS seats. A Rs 25 lakh caution deposit is needed before you can enter options, unless you already paid it in the earlier special stray round. Option entry ends November 13 at 10:00 AM.
Important Dates and Deadlines
| Event | Date and time | Source status |
|---|---|---|
| Caution deposit payment | Nov 12, 2026, 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM | Media report; confirm on KEA |
| Option entry closes | Nov 13, 2026, 10:00 AM | Media report; confirm on KEA |
| Allotment result | Nov 13, 2026, after 12:30 PM | Media report; confirm on KEA |
| Reporting and admission dates | Not confirmed | Check the allotment letter and KEA notice |
Why Is the Extended Round Being Held?
According to reports, the earlier special stray vacancy round filled all BDS seats but left 47 MBBS seats vacant. This extended round is meant to fill them. Karnataka MBBS vacant seats 2026 are therefore limited, and competition for each seat is tight.
The 47 MBBS Seats: What Is Known
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Total vacant MBBS seats | 47 |
| Government-college management-quota seats | 15, as stated in the brief for this article; verify in KEA's seat matrix |
| College-wise and category-wise list | Not confirmed here; see the KEA seat matrix |
No college-wise seat list is given in this article because none could be verified. Check KEA's published matrix to see which colleges and categories have seats.
Rs 25 Lakh Caution Deposit: What to Know
| Your situation | What is reported |
|---|---|
| Paid the deposit in the earlier special stray round | No fresh payment needed |
| Did not pay earlier | Pay Rs 25,00,000 before option entry |
| Refund terms | Not confirmed. Read the KEA notice before paying |
Do not pay anything without reading the refund and forfeiture conditions in the KEA notice. Pay only through the official KEA portal.
Who Can Participate?
- A NEET UG 2026 candidate who meets KEA's eligibility rules for this round.
- A candidate who does not already hold an MBBS seat in Karnataka from earlier rounds, as reported.
- Meeting NEET score and category rules set by KEA; the exact criteria were not verified here.
Being eligible does not guarantee a seat. Allotment depends on your rank, category and the options you enter.
How to Enter Options: Step by Step
- Open the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Go to the UGNEET section and the option entry link for this round.
- Pay the caution deposit first if you have not paid before.
- Rank colleges in the order you prefer, putting seats you actually want at the top.
- Save and submit before 10:00 AM on November 13.
- Keep a screenshot or printout of your submitted options.
After the Result: Admission Instructions
- Results are expected on November 13 after 12:30 PM.
- Report to the allotted college within the time in your allotment letter. Missing it may cost you the seat.
- Changes after the result are reported as not allowed.
- Carry original documents. Use the official KEA list, not a generic checklist.
Category-Wise Cutoff
No category-wise cutoff or closing rank for this extended round is published yet. It usually appears only after the result. Use your NEET rank and category with the allotment list once KEA releases it.
Should You Participate? Quick Check
| If you... | Then |
|---|---|
| Have no MBBS seat and a rank in range | Pay the deposit and enter options before the deadline |
| Already hold a seat you like | Read the KEA rules on upgrading before risking it |
| Are unsure about the Rs 25 lakh deposit | Read the refund terms first, or skip this round |
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- Compare Colleges
- Counselling Guides
- Counselling Updates
External References
- Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) Portal
- MCC Official Website
- NTA NEET Official Website
- National Medical Commission
- Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Not sure whether to take the Rs 25 lakh deposit risk or which college to rank first? Talk to Cadera Edu for personalised NEET UG counselling guidance: caderaedu.com.
