Karnataka NEET PG Round 3 Seat Allotment Result 2025 Out — Check Now at KEA Portal
Thousands of MBBS doctors across Karnataka have been waiting anxiously — and the wait is finally over. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the Round 3 provisional seat allotment result for NEET PG 2025 counselling. This result matters to every doctor who wants to pursue an MD, MS, or PG Diploma in a Karnataka government or private medical college.
If you appeared in Round 3 option entry, upgraded from a previous round, or are a newly eligible candidate — this article tells you everything you need to know. From how to check your result to what documents to carry, we’ve got you covered.
What Is the Karnataka NEET PG Round 3 Seat Allotment?
The Karnataka NEET PG counselling is conducted by KEA for admission to postgraduate medical seats across the state. Through this counselling, 5,267 MD, MS, and PG Diploma seats are offered across 44 medical colleges in Karnataka. Medical Dialogues
Every year, KEA runs two main rounds of counselling and a final Mop-Up Round. Round 3 of Karnataka NEET PG counselling 2025 is this Mop-Up Round, conducted for seats that remained vacant after Rounds 1 and 2. Careers360
The release of this result was not smooth. The Karnataka High Court had directed KEA to hold the result and reopen the option entry window for in-service candidates, following a petition filed by two in-service doctors who had submitted Form-H for de-categorised vacant seats. Shiksha After the legal matter was resolved, KEA released the provisional allotment result on February 25, 2026.
Who Will Benefit From This Result?
This round is important for three types of candidates:
- Newly eligible candidates — doctors who became eligible after the NEET PG qualifying percentile was revised downward by NBEMS and the Ministry of Health.
- Unallotted candidates — those who registered in Rounds 1 or 2 but did not receive any seat.
- Upgradation seekers — candidates who got a seat in Round 1 or 2 but wanted a better college or specialisation.
Newly eligible candidates and those unallotted from earlier rounds were permitted to participate in the Mop-Up Round. Ensureeducation
Key Highlights
- The Round 3 provisional seat allotment result is available at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Careers360
- The result is released in PDF format — candidates can use Ctrl+F to search their name or AIR.
- The High Court bench comprising Justice Jayant Banerji and Justice T.M. Nadaf had reserved its judgment, directing that KEA could conduct option entry for in-service candidates before releasing the final list. Shiksha
- Candidates who got a better seat through upgradation will have their previous seat automatically cancelled.
- This is a provisional result — a final allotment will be published after the objection window closes.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for Karnataka NEET PG Round 3 seat allotment, candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Must have qualified NEET PG 2025 with the required percentile score.
- The NEET PG cutoff for the general category is the 50th percentile, while for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates it is the 40th percentile. Medical Dialogues
- Must have completed fresh choice filling for Round 3 — previous round choices are not carried forward.
- Should have submitted and verified original documents with KEA during the designated window.
- Candidates who cancelled their seats in Round 2 or did not pay the fee for the final allotment in the previous round are not eligible to participate. Careers360
Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 3 Option Entry (Non-In-Service) | February 2–5, 2026 |
| Option Entry for In-Service Candidates | Extended per HC direction |
| HC Bench Judgment Reserved | February 12, 2026 |
| Round 3 Provisional Seat Allotment Result Released | February 25, 2026 |
| Institute Reporting (Expected) | To be announced by KEA |
Always check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for the latest official dates.
Step-by-Step: How to Check Your Karnataka NEET PG Round 3 Result
Follow these simple steps to download your seat allotment result:
- Open your browser and go to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
- On the homepage, scroll down and find the ‘PGET 2025’ section
- Click on ‘PG – Medical/DNB’ under the Admissions tab
- Look for the Round 3 Provisional Seat Allotment Result link
- Click the link — a PDF file will open or download
- Press Ctrl+F and type your name or All India Rank (AIR) to find your entry
- Note your allotted college and course
- Download and save the PDF for future reference
If your name appears in the PDF, congratulations — you have been provisionally allotted a seat. Proceed to complete the reporting process as per KEA instructions.
Documents Required for College Reporting
Once the final allotment is out, you will need to carry these original documents to your allotted medical college:
- KEA PGET-2025 registration form (printout)
- NEET PG 2025 admit card and scorecard
- SSLC / 10th standard mark sheet (for date of birth proof)
- MBBS mark sheets for all years/phases
- MBBS degree/provisional degree certificate
- Certificate from the head of the institute confirming that the medical college is recognised by MCI/NMC Careers360
- State or Central Medical Council Registration Certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable — SC/ST/OBC/PwD/In-Service)
- Photo ID proof: Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, PAN card, or Driving Licence
- Recent passport-size photographs
Carry both originals and photocopies of every document to avoid any last-minute issues.
Important Government Instructions You Must Know
KEA has laid down specific rules for Round 3 that all candidates must follow carefully:
On Upgradation: As soon as a seat is allotted in Round 3, the seat from the previous round is automatically cancelled and given to another candidate based on merit. That seat cannot be withdrawn for any reason, and joining the Round 3 allotted college is mandatory. Ensureeducation
On Choice Filing: All candidates must file options afresh — options submitted in previous rounds will not be considered. Ensureeducation
On In-Service Seats: The Karnataka High Court intervened after in-service candidates pointed out that vacant de-categorised seats were not offered to them before the Mop-Up Round began. KEA acted on the court’s direction and allowed in-service candidates a separate option entry window before releasing the Round 3 result.
Practical Advice for Allotted Candidates
Getting a seat allotment is only the first step. Here is what you should do next:
Act quickly. Reporting deadlines are usually very tight — sometimes just 2 to 3 days after the final allotment. Do not wait for reminders.
Carry all documents on Day 1. Missing even one document can delay your admission. Make a checklist and verify everything the night before.
Check for objection window. Since this is a provisional result, KEA may open a short window for candidates to raise discrepancies. Monitor the official website daily.
Do not rely on upgradation regrets. If you chose to upgrade and received a different seat, your earlier seat is gone. Make sure the upgraded seat is one you truly want before filing the option.
Join KEA official channels. KEA sometimes releases updates on short notice. Bookmark the official website and check it every day until you complete your admission.
Conclusion
The release of the Karnataka NEET PG Round 3 provisional seat allotment result 2025 marks a major milestone for PG medical aspirants in the state. Despite legal hurdles that delayed the process, KEA has now published the result at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
If you are among the allotted candidates, move fast — complete your document verification and report to your college within the prescribed deadline. If you were not allotted a seat in this round, watch out for KEA’s announcement of any stray vacancy round that may follow.
Your medical career is one step closer. Stay informed, stay prepared.
FAQs
Q1. Where can I check the Karnataka NEET PG Round 3 seat allotment result 2025? You can check and download the result PDF from the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Go to the PGET 2025 section and click on PG – Medical/DNB.
Q2. Why was the Karnataka NEET PG Round 3 result delayed? The result was held back because two in-service candidates petitioned the Karnataka High Court, seeking that vacant de-categorised seats be offered to in-service candidates before the Mop-Up Round began. KEA followed the court’s direction before publishing the result. Shiksha
Q3. I upgraded my seat in Round 3. Will my Round 2 seat be cancelled? Yes. Once a seat is allotted in Round 3 through upgradation, the previously allotted seat is automatically cancelled and cannot be reclaimed under any circumstances. Ensureeducation
Q4. What is the NEET PG cutoff percentile for Karnataka counselling? The cutoff for the general category is the 50th percentile, and for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates it is the 40th percentile. Medical Dialogues
Q5. What happens if I am not allotted a seat in Round 3? If you did not receive a seat in the Mop-Up Round and are participating for the first time in Round 3, you may be eligible for a stray vacancy round if KEA announces one for remaining unfilled seats.
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