The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) released the Round 1 seat allotment schedule for the Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET) 2026 counselling. DCET counselling allows diploma holders to get lateral entry admission into the second year (third semester) of B.E./B.Tech engineering degree courses at institutions across Karnataka for the 2026–27 academic session. Round 1 covered web option entry, a mock allotment, the final Round 1 seat allotment result, and the choice-locking and fee payment steps that follow. The Round 1 result was declared on July 27, 2026, after 6:00 PM.
Direct Link to Check Karnataka DCET 2026 Seat Allotment Schedule
Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 1- Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam/Counselling Name | Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET) 2026 Counselling |
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Purpose | Lateral entry admission to 2nd year/3rd semester B.E., B.Tech, and B.Arch programmes |
| Counselling Round Covered | Round 1 |
| Official Portal | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Mode of Counselling | Online |
| Total Counselling Rounds (typical) | 2 to 3 regular rounds plus a mop-up round (exact number for 2026 not confirmed) |
| Login Requirement | DCET 2026 application number and password/secret key |
| Current Status (as of this update) | Round 1 allotment, choice locking, and fee payment steps already completed |
KEA DCET 2026: Round 1 Seat Allotment Schedule
The table below lists the confirmed Round 1 schedule as announced by KEA and reported across official-based counselling updates.
| Details | Revised Dates / Timings |
|---|---|
| Option Entry by Eligible Candidates | August 17, 2026 till 11 AM |
| Publication of First Round Final Seat Allotment Result | August 17, 2026 after 2 PM |
| Exercising Choices | From 4 PM on August 17 to August 19, 2026 |
| Payment of Fee & Downloading Seat Confirmation Slip | August 18–20, 2026 |
| Reporting to College | August 21, 2026 before 5:30 PM |
How to Check Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result
- Visit the official KEA counselling portal: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Look for the link titled "DCET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result" on the homepage.
- Enter your DCET 2026 application number and password/secret key in the login window.
- Submit the details to view your allotted college, branch, and category.
- Download and save the allotment letter for reference and for reporting to the college.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Use only the official portal, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, for all DCET 2026 counselling steps; avoid third-party or unofficial links.
- Candidates who do not exercise a choice within the given window may not be considered for subsequent rounds, based on KEA's standard counselling rules in past years.
- Fee payment must be completed within the specified banking-hours window; missing the deadline can result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
- Keep the application number and password/secret key secure, as these are required at every login step through the counselling process.
- Always cross-check dates and requirements on your individual candidate login, since KEA can revise timelines during the counselling process.