CET Karnataka Casual Vacancy Round: Typical Schedule & How to Stay Updated

The Casual Vacancy Round for Karnataka CET (Common Entrance Test) typically occurs in July–August, after the main counseling rounds conclude and seats remain unfilled due to non-reporting, cancellations, or eligibility issues.

Key Points for 2023–24 & Beyond

• No fixed annual date: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) announces the schedule each year based on seat matrix updates.
• Eligibility: Candidates who qualified CET, registered for counseling, but didn't get a seat—or surrendered one—are usually eligible.
• Process: Fresh option entry → seat allotment → fee payment → reporting to college.
• Notification: Published only on the official KEA website (kea.kar.nic.in) and sometimes in leading Kannada/English dailies.

How to Not Miss It

1. Bookmark kea.kar.nic.in → "CET-202X" → "Counseling" → "Casual Vacancy".
2. Enable email/SMS alerts if KEA offers them during registration.
3. Follow KEA's official Twitter/X handle.
4. Join verified student Telegram/WhatsApp groups for peer alerts (but verify on KEA site).

Documents to Keep Ready

• CET Admit Card & Rank Card
• 10th & 12th (PUC) marks cards
• Study certificate (7 years in Karnataka)
• Caste/Income/PH/NCC/CAP certificates (if applicable)
• Fee payment receipts

Disclaimer: Dates change annually. Always rely on the official KEA notification for the current academic year.