The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially announced the Round 1 seat allotment schedule for the Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2025. The counselling process will help students secure admissions into MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, and MArch programmes across government, aided, and private institutions in the state. As per the notification, candidates can now check the complete timeline and prepare the required documents for the seat selection process.
I am writing about this update because it is directly relevant to thousands of aspirants who have cleared the Karnataka PGCET 2025. Seat allotment is the most crucial stage, as it determines not just college admission but also course preference and career direction. Many students and families often miss deadlines or are confused about the process, leading to avoidable stress.
By breaking down the schedule and key details, my goal is to provide clarity and ensure that aspirants make informed decisions while securing their seats. Understanding this process early can save both time and last-minute panic.
Karnataka PGCET 2025 Round 1 Counselling Schedule
According to KEA, the Round 1 counselling and seat allotment process will follow this timeline:
- Option entry by candidates: September 27 to October 1, 2025
- Mock allotment results: October 3, 2025
- Provision to change/modify options: October 3 to October 5, 2025
- First round seat allotment result: October 7, 2025
- Confirmation of seats and fee payment: October 8 to October 11, 2025
- Last date for reporting to allotted colleges: October 13, 2025
Documents required for counselling
Students must keep the following documents ready during counselling and admission:
- PGCET 2025 admit card and scorecard
- Degree marks cards (all semesters)
- Degree certificate/provisional certificate
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate (for fee concession)
- Study certificate/residence proof
Important points to remember
- Candidates should carefully fill their college and course preferences during option entry.
- Mock allotment is only indicative and allows students to rearrange choices before the final round.
- Fee payment and reporting to colleges must be done strictly within the given dates.
- Failure to confirm the seat within the deadline will lead to cancellation of the allotment.