Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix Released: Final Chance for MBA, MCA, MTech Seats

Staying informed about key dates is crucial for a smooth counselling process. Here’s a quick overview of the Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 3 schedule:

The Round 3 seat matrix is a comprehensive, college-wise and course-wise listing. It clearly indicates the number of seats that remain unfilled in each institution, meticulously grouped by reservation category and quota.

KEA has made these vacancy details available across three separate downloadable PDF files on its official portal. Candidates are strongly advised to download and review all three documents to gain a complete understanding of the available seats.

While the initial draft seat matrix offered over 58,000 postgraduate seats, with MBA alone accounting for more than 35,460, the Round 3 pool now exclusively reflects seats still vacant after the completion of the first two allotment rounds. Understanding your admission chances is key. While the KCET College Predictor is designed for undergraduate engineering admissions in Karnataka, it demonstrates the power of data-driven insights. For PGCET candidates, meticulously analyzing this seat matrix, combined with your rank, is your best predictor for securing a seat in your desired MBA, MCA, or MTech program.

Accessing the seat matrix is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to download the crucial documents:

• Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
• Navigate to the 'PGCET 2026' section or the latest announcements.
• Look for the link titled 'PGCET 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix' or similar notifications.
• Download all three available PDF files to get a complete overview of vacant seats across different categories.
• Carefully review the college-wise and course-wise vacancy details before proceeding with option entry.

Round 3 represents the final opportunity for many candidates. The following groups are eligible to participate:

• Candidates who participated in previous rounds but did not secure a seat.
• Candidates who secured a seat in previous rounds but surrendered it within the stipulated time.
• New eligible candidates who did not participate in Round 1 or Round 2.
• Candidates who wish to change their previously allotted seats based on new vacancies.

To make the most of this final counselling round, follow these essential steps:

• Review the Round 3 Seat Matrix thoroughly to identify available seats in your preferred colleges and courses.
• Log in to the KEA PGCET 2026 counselling portal using your unique credentials.
• Exercise your options (fill, modify, or reorder choices) based on the newly released seat matrix and your preferences.
• Save and lock your options before the deadline (to be announced by KEA).
• Await the provisional and final seat allotment results, which will be published on the official KEA website.
• If allotted a seat, complete the fee payment and report to the college within the specified timeframe to confirm your admission.

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