The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has set a firm deadline for Scheduled Caste (SC) applicants seeking admission to Karnataka NEET PG 2025. All eligible candidates must submit their internal reservation details by November 26, 2024, 5:30 PM . This submission is critical for applicants to qualify for specific SC sub-category benefits during the seat allotment process.
Candidates who fail to submit the required documentation by the deadline will have their category determined solely based on the information provided during their initial document verification. This may impact their eligibility for inner reservation seats under the SCA, SCB, or SCC categories.
To ensure proper consideration, applicants claiming SC reservation must personally deliver their original caste certificate to the KEA office. The submitted certificate must be an official SCA, SCB, or SCC category document. It needs to be explicitly obtained from the concerned Tahsildar. Furthermore, the certificate must clearly display inner reservation details and a unique RD number. This comprehensive certificate is essential and must be submitted along with the candidate’s verification script.
KEA established this dedicated submission window in response to numerous requests from students. Many applicants encountered significant challenges in securing the necessary inner reservation certificates from Tahsildars. These difficulties often arose during the initial, stricter document verification phases. The current facility aims to provide all eligible candidates an opportunity to complete their application process accurately.
NEET PG 2025 Counselling Timeline
Separate but concurrent, KEA continues with the Karnataka NEET PG 2025 counselling process for in-service candidates. The first round of choice filling for these applicants is ongoing and will officially close on November 26, 2024 . During choice filling, candidates select their preferred courses and colleges.
Following the choice filling period, the mock allotment results for in-service candidates will be published. This mock list is expected on November 26, 2024, after 12 noon . The mock allotment provides candidates with an indication of their potential seat based on their preferences and rank, allowing for adjustments before final allotments.
The official round one seat allotment results for all Karnataka NEET PG admissions are slated for announcement on November 27 and 28, 2024 . Applicants are strongly advised to regularly check the KEA official website for precise timings, detailed instructions, and further updates regarding the allotment status and subsequent counselling rounds.
Key Updates on Fees and Service Bonds
Prospective Karnataka NEET PG candidates should note other important updates recently released by KEA. Tuition fees at institutions like St. John’s Medical College (SJMC) for PG courses have been announced at Rs 12.80 lakh per year. Additionally, certain postgraduate admissions now mandate a one-year period of social service. KEA has also detailed a stricter service bond policy. This policy includes significant penalties, potentially reaching up to Rs 18 lakh, for non-compliance. These financial and service obligations are critical considerations for all applicants.