The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has officially reopened the registration window for AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BNYS) and MBBS/BDS counselling for the academic year 2026-26. This comes as part of a fresh notification dated 05 July 2026, inviting NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates to register online for medical and AYUSH undergraduate courses across Karnataka.

🔄 Round 1 Registration Reopened for Fresh Candidates

KEA has announced that new candidates who have not registered earlier under UGCET-2026 can now register online for UG NEET-based admissions to MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH courses.

📅 Registration Window:
👉 Start: 07 July 2026 (01:00 AM)
👉 End: 10 July 2026 (11:00 AM)
🔗 Apply at: kea.kar.nic.in

Also Read: How to apply for Karnataka Ayush Counselling 2026 Process?

📋 State Merit List Released for AYUSH & Medical Courses

On 04 July 2026, KEA released the State Provisional Merit List for NEET UG 2026 candidates. This merit list includes eligible candidates for:

• BAMS (Ayurveda)

• BHMS (Homeopathy)

• BUMS (Unani)

• BNYS (Naturopathy & Yoga)

• MBBS and BDS seats in Karnataka

💡 Candidates can check their rank and eligibility status using their NEET UG 2026 Roll Number on the KEA portal.

Also Read: KEA NEET UG 2026 Karnataka State Merit List Released

📑 Document Verification Process for Registered Candidates

Depending on their registration status and category, candidates must follow the below instructions:

✅ For Already Registered Candidates (UGCET-2026):

• No fresh registration required for Karnataka Ayush Counselling 2026.

• But candidate must update UG NEET 2026 Roll Number via KEA login.

• Download:

  • Updated Application Form

  • UG NEET Verification Slip

📌 Note: No additional document verification required (already verified online).

🌍 For NRI Ward Candidates:

• Must appear physically at KEA, Malleswaram, Bangalore.

• Carry original documents + 2 sets of photocopies.

📆 Verification Schedule at KEA Office:

🏥 For St. John’s Medical College (Category-2 to 8):

• Candidates claiming reservation under Category-2 to 8 must report physically for verification.

• 📍 Venue: Medical College Council Room, St. John’s Medical College, Bengaluru.

• 📆 Dates: 09 & 10 July 2026

📌 Important Notes:

• Only NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates are eligible to register.

• Reservation claims are valid only for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC candidates.

• Fresh registration is not required for those already enrolled through UGCET-2026.

📝 Next Steps for Candidates

• ✅ Already Registered: Log in and verify NEET Roll No., download slips.

• 🆕 New Candidates: Complete registration before 10 July 2026, 11:00 AM

• 📍 Follow schedule for NRI / St. John’s verification (if applicable)

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Also Read:

 BAMS Admission Process in Karnataka

 BAMS Course Eligibility in Karnataka

 KEA Karnataka AYUSH Counselling 2026

 BAMS Cutoff for Karnataka State & AIQ

 Top BAMS Colleges in Bangalore

 Ranking of BAMS Colleges in Karnataka