Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has activated the “Quit from Counselling” facility for candidates participating in UGNEET-2026 counselling for Medical, Dental and AYUSH courses. The facility is intended for candidates who wish to voluntarily withdraw from the ongoing KEA counselling process, particularly those who have secured or intend to accept a seat through another counselling process.
The facility is available through the UGNEET-2026 (Medical/Dental/AYUSH) section of the KEA admission portal. Candidates who choose to exit should carefully review the applicable rules and consequences before submitting their request.
What is the “Quit from Counselling” Option?
The “Quit from Counselling” option allows eligible candidates to voluntarily withdraw from the ongoing KEA UGNEET counselling process.
Candidates who use the exit facility will no longer be considered for further allotment in the counselling process, subject to the applicable KEA rules. The facility is particularly relevant for candidates who have secured a seat through MCC or another counselling authority and therefore do not wish to continue with the KEA counselling process.
Exit from KEA Counselling Through Choice-4
For candidates who wish to leave KEA counselling after the relevant allotment stage, Choice-4 (Exit) is the applicable option. Recent updates indicate that candidates who do not wish to accept the KEA-allotted seat can select Choice-4 to exit the counselling process.
For UGNEET Medical and Dental candidates, KEA has specifically provided an exit window for candidates who wish to take admission to a seat allotted through MCC Round 1. Such candidates can log in to the KEA portal and select Choice-4 during the notified exit period.
Important Update for MCC-Allotted Candidates
Candidates who have received an MCC Round 1 Medical or Dental seat and want to proceed with that admission can use the KEA exit facility.
KEA has stated that seats becoming vacant because candidates choose to exit will be used for a re-run of the first-round allotment for eligible candidates, based on the options already entered in the KEA system. No changes to the existing options will be permitted during this re-run.
Following the re-run, KEA will publish the revised first-round allotment final result, with candidates considered for possible upgradation to higher-preference seats subject to seat availability and applicable allotment rules.
Who Should Use the “Quit from Counselling” Facility?
The facility may be relevant for candidates who:
- Have registered for UGNEET-2026 Medical/Dental/AYUSH counselling through KEA.
- Have secured a seat through MCC or another counselling authority and want to proceed with that seat.
- No longer wish to participate in the ongoing KEA counselling round.
- Have decided to voluntarily withdraw from further KEA seat allotment.
Candidates should not select the exit option without first understanding its implications, as withdrawal from counselling can affect their eligibility for subsequent allotments.
Candidates Advised to Check KEA Instructions
Candidates should log in to the official KEA portal and carefully read the instructions displayed for the “Quit from Counselling” facility before confirming their exit.
The KEA UGNEET 2026 counselling process covers admissions to Medical, Dental and AYUSH courses, and the applicable rules may vary according to the counselling round and type of seat.
Candidates should also regularly check the official KEA website for revised allotment results, deadlines and further counselling notifications. KEA’s current UGNEET process is being conducted alongside the broader 2026 counselling schedule, with recent updates affecting both Medical/Dental and other UGCET counselling activities.
Official KEA Website
Candidates can access the UGNEET-2026 Medical/Dental/AYUSH section and the “Quit from Counselling” facility through the official KEA admission portal:
