Aspiring postgraduate medical students in Karnataka have reason to celebrate a bit earlier this festive season. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has advanced the release of the provisional seat allotment results for Round 2 of NEET PG 2025 counselling to today, December 22, 2025, after 6 PM. This update comes as a pleasant surprise, moving the announcement ahead from the previously scheduled date.

This development impacts thousands of candidates vying for admissions to MD/MS postgraduate medical courses in government and private medical colleges across the state. The counselling process covers 50% state quota seats in government institutions and 100% seats in private colleges.

Why the Advancement?

KEA’s decision to expedite the provisional results reflects ongoing adjustments in the counselling schedule, influenced by recent court directions and coordination with the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for All India Quota seats. The authority aims to streamline the process, allowing candidates more time for subsequent steps amid the busy end-of-year period.

Key Upcoming Dates

• Provisional Seat Allotment (Round 2): December 22, 2025 (after 6 PM)
• Final Seat Allotment (Round 2): December 24, 2025 (following a re-allotment to include seats vacated by MCC allottees)
• Fee Payment and Admission Order Download: Expected from December 25 to 30, 2025
• Reporting to Allotted Colleges: By December 30, 2025 (before 5:30 PM)

Important note: All candidates allotted seats in Round 2 must complete the admission process by paying the required fees, irrespective of the seat category. Additionally, following a recent High Court order, candidates who secure seats in Round 2 will now be eligible for upgradation in Round 3.

How to Check the Provisional Seat Allotment Results

Candidates who participated in Round 2 choice filling can follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official KEA website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
2. Log in using your registered credentials (NEET PG roll number and password).
3. Navigate to the NEET PG 2025 counselling section.
4. Click on the link for Round 2 Provisional Seat Allotment Result.
5. View and download your allotment status for future reference.

If you’re allotted a seat, prepare to act quickly on fee payment and document submission.

Important Reminders for Candidates

• Surrendering Seats for MCC Allotments: If you prefer an MCC Round 2 seat, surrender your KEA seat in person at the KEA office in Bengaluru by 4 PM on December 23, 2025, to avoid penalties.
• No New Options in Re-Allotment: The final Round 2 list will be based on your existing choices—no additions allowed.
• Mandatory Admission: Skipping fee payment or admission formalities could lead to forfeiture of the seat.

This advancement brings relief and excitement to candidates eagerly awaiting their postgraduate destinies. Stay glued to the official KEA portal for the results post-6 PM today, and best of luck to all aspirants—may your hard work translate into your dream specialization and college!

For the latest updates, keep checking the KEA website regularly. If you have any queries, refer to the official notifications or contact KEA helpline.

This blog is based on official announcements from KEA as of December 22, 2025.

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