KEA UGNEET 2026 results: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced the seat allotment results for the UGNEET 2026 online stray vacancy round for undergraduate medical and dental admissions. The results were declared on October 22, 2026. Candidates allotted seats must complete the prescribed admission formalities within the deadlines specified by the authority.According to the KEA notification, candidates can pay the applicable fees after deducting the medical course fee deposit from October 22 to October 24. They must download their seat confirmation slip before 4 pm on October 24 and report to their allotted colleges with the required documents by 6 pm on October 25, 2026.KEA UGNEET 2026 stray vacancy round: Important datesThe authority has outlined three stages for candidates allotted seats in the online stray vacancy round.
| Admission activity | Deadline |
| Payment of fees, after deducting the medical course fee deposit | October 22 to October 24, 2026 |
| Downloading the seat confirmation slip | Before 4 pm on October 24, 2026 |
| Reporting to the allotted college | Before 6 pm on October 25, 2026 |
KEA has specifically stated that the admission deadline will not be extended. Candidates are therefore required to complete each step within the notified period to secure their allotted seats.How to complete the KEA UGNEET admission processCandidates who have received a seat allotment should follow the prescribed procedure:Step 1: Visit the official KEA website at kea.kar.nic.in.Step 2: Access the UGNEET 2026 stray vacancy round admission section.Step 3: Complete the fee payment after adjusting the medical course fee deposit, as applicable.Step 4: Download the seat confirmation slip before 4 pm on October 24.Step 5: Report to the allotted medical or dental college before 6 pm on October 25 with the required documents.Candidates should check the official notification and their allotment details for any course-specific instructions.Documents required for college reportingKEA has instructed allotted candidates to report to their respective colleges with all original documents and two photocopies of each required document. Candidates must also carry a mobile phone capable of receiving one-time passwords (OTPs), as specified in the notification.Students should verify their documents and complete the reporting formalities before reaching the college to avoid delays during admission.KEA warns candidates against missing the deadlineThe authority has reiterated that there is no provision to extend the admission deadline for the stray vacancy round. Candidates who have been allotted seats must complete fee payment, download the confirmation slip and report to their colleges within the prescribed schedule.For assistance, candidates can contact the Karnataka Examinations Authority through its helpline at 080-23460460 or telephone number 080-23564583. Further information is available on the official website, kea.kar.nic.in.
