Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 2 Option Entry Out - Direct Link to Check Online

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
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Overview

Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 2 option entry has opened for the lateral entry admission process. Diploma holders seeking to revise or submit their preferred college-course combinations for the second year (3rd semester) of B.E./B.Tech programs can access the official option entry portal to submit choices.

Total Vacancies

TBA

Age Limit

TBA

Age Details

Age

Not specified in the available information. Please consult the official notification for official age limits if provided.

Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Diploma holders who qualified DCET 2026 are eligible to participate in the Round 2 option entry for the subsequent round of seat allotment.
  • Candidates must follow the official KEA portals for submitting options and checking allotments.

Notes

  • Specific cut-off marks, domicile requirements, or reservation details may be provided in the official notification and portals. Always refer to the KEA portals for the most accurate criteria.

Important Dates

Application Start

02/09/26

Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Option Entry Opened: 02-09-2026
  • Other dates (e.g., mock allotment, final results) are not specified in the provided content and should be confirmed on the official portals.
  • If any dates are not clearly specified, the original text has been retained in this field.

Application Fees

Application Fees

No application fee details are provided in the available information. For exact fee details, refer to the official KEA portals during the application window.

How to Apply

How to Complete Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 2 Option Entry

  1. Visit the official KEA portals: keaonline.karnataka.gov.in and cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
  2. Click on the DCET 2026 counselling/option entry link for the current round.
  3. Log in using your DCET 2026 CET number and password (or the credentials specified on the portal).
  4. Select your preferred course(s) from the list displayed.
  5. For each selected course, choose from the list of colleges offering it.
  6. Arrange your college-course combinations in order of priority (1, 2, 3, …), placing your most preferred choice first.
  7. Repeat the process to add further course-college combinations as needed.
  8. Review all entered options carefully, then submit and lock your choices before the deadline.
  9. Save or download a printout of the submitted option entry form for your records.

Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Use only the official KEA portals for option entry and allotment checks. Avoid third-party or unofficial links.
  • Enter as many realistic choices as possible in order of genuine preference, since options generally cannot be added after the deadline.
  • Keep a printout or screenshot of your submitted options as proof of submission.
  • If you do not exercise an option within the given window, you may not be considered for that round’s allotment, per KEA's counselling rules.
  • Regularly check the official portals for schedule revisions, as counselling dates may be revised in certain years due to technical or administrative reasons.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 2 Option Entry Out - Direct Link to Check Online"?

The "Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 2 Option Entry Out - Direct Link to Check Online" is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).

When do applications for "Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 2 Option Entry Out - Direct Link to Check Online" start?

Applications for "Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 2 Option Entry Out - Direct Link to Check Online" begin on 02/09/26.

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