Karnataka NEET Registration Extended to 30 July

Karnataka NEET Registration Extended to 30 July

🚨 Official KEA Update: Fresh UGNEET 2026 registration has been extended to 30 July 2026.

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Who should act: NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who have not yet applied through UGCET/KEA.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially extended the fresh registration window for candidates seeking admission through Karnataka UGNEET 2026 counselling.

The earlier deadline was 24 July 2026. KEA has now extended it to 30 July 2026 after receiving requests from candidates and parents.

What Changed

• Previous fresh-registration deadline: 24 July 2026
• Revised deadline: 30 July 2026
• The extension is for eligible NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who have not yet submitted a UGCET/KEA application
• Candidates who already registered for UGCET 2026 should not create another application

⚠️ Important: KEA's verified announcement confirms the date 30 July 2026, but an exact closing time was not stated in the official update verified by Hire Guide Education. Do not wait until the final day.

Who Is Affected

This fresh-registration extension is important for candidates who:

• Appeared for NEET UG 2026
• Have qualified NEET
• Want to participate in Karnataka Medical/Dental/AYUSH counselling
• Have not previously applied through UGCET/KEA

The counselling covers:

• MBBS
• BDS
• Applicable AYUSH courses

Already Registered for UGCET 2026?

Candidates who already submitted a UGCET 2026 application do not need to register again.

KEA has stated that a separate facility will be provided to link the candidate's NEET UG 2026 Roll Number with the existing UGCET application.

✅ Existing UGCET applicants: Wait for the separate NEET Roll Number linking facility. Do not create a duplicate application.

NEET Roll Number Linking Update

KEA has clarified that it will activate the NEET Roll Number linking facility separately.

After candidates link their NEET details, further processes such as document verification will move ahead according to KEA instructions.

What Fresh Applicants Should Do Now

1. Visit the official KEA website.
2. Open the UGNEET 2026 / New Registration facility.
3. Complete the fresh UGCET/KEA application.
4. Enter personal and academic information correctly.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Complete the applicable fee payment.
7. Submit the application before 30 July 2026.
8. Save the application confirmation and payment receipt.

Important Rules / Warning

⚠️ Do not wait for NEET Roll Number linking before fresh registration if you have never registered with KEA.

• Fresh applicants should complete registration within the extended window.
• Existing UGCET applicants should not create duplicate applications.
• Keep NEET UG scorecard, admit card and Class 12 documents ready.
• Regularly check KEA for the Roll Number linking and document-verification notices.
• Do not rely on the old 24 July deadline — it has now officially been extended.

Official Links

• KEA Official Website:

https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/

• KEA UGNEET Page:

https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ugneet2026

• Official KEA Announcement:

https://x.com/KEA_karnataka/status/2080535045975220281

Hire Guide Education Advice

Candidates who missed the earlier Karnataka registration deadline now have another opportunity.

Fresh applicants should complete registration well before 30 July instead of waiting for the final day.

Already-registered UGCET candidates should keep watching for the separate NEET Roll Number linking facility, document verification schedule, eligibility list, seat matrix and option-entry updates.