According to the released allotment list, a total of 168 medical and dental seats have been allotted in this round. MBBS Management Quota seats account for the largest share, with 147 allotments, while the remaining 21 seats have been allotted under different BDS categories.

The provisional allotment list contains important information, including candidates' All India Ranks, allotted colleges, course details, seat categories and applicable fees. Candidates are advised to download the allotment PDF and carefully verify all the information mentioned against their respective ranks.

KEA UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Round: Key Highlights

The special stray vacancy round has been conducted to fill the remaining vacant MBBS and BDS seats in Karnataka medical and dental colleges for the 2026-27 academic session.

The important details of the latest allotment announcement are given below:

KEA UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Round: Course-Wise Seat Allotment

As per the provisional allotment list, KEA has allotted 168 seats across MBBS and BDS programmes under different seat categories.

The course-wise distribution is as follows:

MBBS Management Quota seats account for approximately 87.5% of the total allotments, making them the dominant category in this special round.

The allotment figures indicate that the special stray vacancy round has provided another opportunity for eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates to secure admission to medical and dental courses in Karnataka.

KEA UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Round: Rank-Wise Allotment Details

The provisional allotment list covers a wide range of NEET All India Ranks.

According to the available allotment details, the rank range extends from AIR 1,77,344 to AIR 11,48,509.

The first MBBS allotment in the list was made to a candidate with All India Rank 1,77,344 at Alvas Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre.

At the other end of the rank range, an MBBS seat was allotted at PES University Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Bengaluru, to a candidate with All India Rank 11,48,509.

Candidates should remember that the allotment depends on the available vacancies, eligibility conditions, choices entered during counselling and the applicable seat-allocation rules. The rank range should not be treated as a general admission cutoff for all participating colleges.

Colleges with the Highest Number of MBBS Allotments

Several medical colleges received multiple MBBS allotments during the KEA UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round.

The colleges with the highest reported number of MBBS seats allotted are listed below:

Srinivasa Institute of Medical Research Centre, Mangalore, recorded the highest number of MBBS allotments among the colleges listed, with 33 seats.

These figures provide candidates with an overview of the distribution of seats across participating medical institutions during the special stray round.

KEA UGNEET 2026: Course-Wise Fee Details

The provisional allotment list also provides course and college-wise fee information. Candidates who have received an allotment should carefully examine the applicable fee before proceeding with the admission process.

The fee ranges mentioned in the allotment details are as follows:

For MBBS Management Quota seats, the reported fees range from approximately ₹25.09 lakh at Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences to ₹45 lakh at Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences.

The actual payable amount may depend on the allotted institution, applicable fee structure and other prescribed charges. Candidates must verify the exact amount against their individual allotment details and the latest KEA instructions.

It is particularly important for candidates to understand the financial implications of accepting a Management Quota seat before completing the admission formalities.

How to Download KEA UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Round Allotment List?

Candidates can follow the steps below to check their provisional seat allotment status:

1.    Visit the official Karnataka Examinations Authority website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

2.    Navigate to the UGNEET 2026 counselling section.

3.    Look for the notification or link titled UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Round Provisional Seat Allotment List.

4.    Click on the relevant allotment PDF link.

5.    Download the provisional allotment list.

6.    Open the PDF and use the search option (Ctrl + F) to locate your NEET All India Rank.

7.    Check the allotted college, course, seat category, course code and applicable fee.

8.    Download and save a copy of the allotment list for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that they check the correct allotment list and verify all the details carefully.

What Should Candidates Do After the KEA UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Round Allotment?

Candidates whose names appear in the provisional allotment list must carefully follow the admission instructions issued by KEA.

The allotment list is provisional, and candidates should not consider the admission process complete merely because their names appear in the PDF.

The following steps are important:

1. Verify the Allotted College and Course

Candidates should carefully check the name of the allotted medical or dental college, course, seat category and NEET All India Rank. Any discrepancy should be brought to the attention of the concerned authority through the prescribed procedure.

2. Check the Applicable Course Fee

Candidates must verify the fee mentioned against their allotted seats. This is particularly important for MBBS Management Quota admissions, where the financial commitment can be substantial.

3. Follow the Fee Payment Instructions

Candidates should carefully check the KEA notification regarding the payment of the balance course fee, applicable deductions and the prescribed payment deadline.

4. Complete the Admission and Reporting Process

Candidates who receive an allotment must follow the prescribed reporting schedule and complete the required admission formalities at the allotted institution.

The announced schedule provides November 12 and November 13, 2026, for balance fee payment and college reporting, with the deadline specified as before 6 PM on November 13. Candidates should verify the applicable instructions and reporting requirements in the latest KEA notification.

5. Keep All Required Documents Ready

Candidates should arrange their original certificates and other required documents in advance to avoid difficulties during admission verification.

6. Monitor Further KEA Notifications

Since the currently released list is provisional, candidates should regularly visit the official KEA portal for any revised allotment list, clarification, fee-payment instructions or admission-related updates.

Important Instructions for Candidates

The Special Stray Vacancy Round is an important stage of the Karnataka NEET UG counselling process. Candidates who receive seats must exercise caution while completing the remaining formalities.

Some important points to remember include:

• The released allotment list is provisional.

• Candidates must verify their allotted college and course carefully.

• The fee mentioned in the allotment list should be checked against the applicable institutional fee structure.

• Candidates must follow the prescribed payment and reporting deadlines.

• Failure to complete the admission formalities within the stipulated period may affect the allotted seat.

• Candidates should rely on official KEA notifications for final instructions and any subsequent changes.

Conclusion

The release of the KEA UGNEET 2026 Special Stray Round provisional allotment list marks another important development in Karnataka's MBBS and BDS admission process for the 2026-27 academic session.

With 168 seats allotted across medical and dental courses, the special stray vacancy round has provided eligible candidates with an additional opportunity to secure admission. MBBS Management Quota seats accounted for 147 allotments, while the remaining seats were distributed among Government, Private and Management BDS categories.

Candidates who have received an allotment should immediately check their rank, allotted college, course category and fee details. They must also complete the prescribed fee-payment and reporting formalities within the stipulated timeline.

As the allotment is provisional, candidates are advised to remain alert for further announcements and instructions from KEA to ensure that their admission is completed successfully.