The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the PG Dental (NEET MDS) 2026 second round provisional seat matrix on September 19, 2026 as part of the state-level MDS counselling process for admission to Master of Dental Surgery seats in Karnataka's government and private dental colleges.
Direct Link to Karnataka PG Dental 2026 2nd Round Seat Matrix
Karnataka PG Dental 2026 2nd Round Seat Matrix - Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Counselling | PG Dental / NEET MDS 2026 Counselling |
| Document | Second Round Provisional Seat Matrix |
| Course | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) |
| Official Portal | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
| Released Date | September 19, 2026 |
| Seat Matrix PDF (Kannada) | Download Official PDF |
Karnataka PG Dental 2026 Round 2 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Round 2 notification and seat matrix | Around September 19, 2026 |
| Round 2 option entry opens | September 19, 2026 |
| Provisional Round 2 seat allotment result | September 23, 2026 (after 4:00 PM) |
| Final Round 2 seat allotment result | September 24, 2026 (after 10:00 AM) |
| Last date to report to allotted dental college | September 29, 2026 (before 5:30 PM) |
How to Check the KEA PG Dental 2026 Second Round Seat Matrix
- Visit the official KEA counselling portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Navigate to the PG Dental / NEET MDS 2026 counselling section.
- Look for the "Second Round Provisional Seat Matrix" link, or use the direct PDF link provided in this article.
- Open the PDF and locate your preferred college and course to check seat availability and category-wise seats.
- Cross-check the seat matrix against your NEET MDS rank and category before entering or rearranging your options.
Important Instructions
- Treat the seat matrix as provisional - seat numbers may change before the final allotment due to upgrades, cancellations, or newly reported seats.
- Retain colleges you are genuinely willing to join in your option list, even if they currently show limited or zero vacancy.
- Check the KEA portal regularly for updates, corrigenda, or revised schedules.
- Do not rely on third-party sources for exact seat numbers - always verify against the official PDF.
- Candidates simultaneously registered with other counselling authorities should track each authority's schedule and exit/withdrawal rules separately.