Are you feeling lost about COMEDK counselling? Unsure where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Navigating through COMEDK counselling can be confusing, especially with so much information out there.
But fear not, as this article will break it down for you step by step. Whether you’re puzzled about the process, anxious about deadlines, or simply seeking guidance, this article will provide clear explanations and practical tips to help you through.
Say goodbye to confusion and hello to clarity as we simplify COMEDK counselling for you. Let’s dive in and make this journey smoother together.
COMEDK Counselling Eligibility Criteria
Before you dive into the COMEDK counselling process, it’s essential to understand the eligibility criteria. This section outlines the requirements you need to fulfil to participate in the counselling sessions:
Candidates with COMEDK Engineering Entrance Exam Rank Card
The first and most important requirement is to have a valid COMEDK Engineering Entrance Exam (UGET) rank card. You must appear for the UGET exam and score a rank that allows you to participate in the counselling process. COMEDK releases the rank list after the exam, and counselling happens based on these ranks.
Passed 12th/Equivalent Exam with Required Marks in PCM/PCB/PCBE
You must have passed your Class 12 (or equivalent) examination from a recognized board. This could be a national board like CBSE or ICSE or a state board recognized by the government.
Your marks in specific subjects are crucial. You need to have a minimum of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) combined. If you belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Other Backward Classes (OBC) category and are from Karnataka state only, the minimum marks requirement is relaxed to 40% in PCM.
Here’s a breakdown for clarity:
- General Category and Other State SC/ST/OBC: Minimum 45% marks in PCM combined.
- Karnataka State SC/ST/OBC: Minimum 40% marks in PCM combined.
It’s important to note that these are minimum marks requirements. The higher your marks, the better your chances of getting a seat in a preferred college through COMEDK counselling.
Mandatory Original Documents for Verification
Fulfilling the eligibility criteria based on marks is just one part of the process. You also need to bring original documents to the counselling venue for verification. These documents act as proof that you meet the eligibility criteria.
The exact list of documents might change slightly year-to-year, so be sure to check the official COMEDK website for the latest requirements. However, some common documents you’ll likely need include:
- COMEDK UGET Rank Card
- Class 10 mark sheet (for verification of date of birth)
- Class 12 mark sheet (original)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate (if applicable)
- Photo identification proof (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc.)
Do not forget to bring these original documents. Without them, you won’t be allowed to participate in the counselling process, even if you meet the other eligibility criteria.
Supplementary Candidates and Counselling
If you appeared for your Class 12 exams as a supplementary candidate, you can participate in COMEDK counselling only during the second round. However, this is subject to two conditions:
- You must fulfil all other eligibility criteria mentioned above.
- You must bring all the required original documents for verification.
COMEDK counselling is a crucial step for securing admission to an engineering program through COMEDK affiliated colleges. By understanding the eligibility criteria and ensuring you have the necessary documents, you can participate in the counselling process smoothly and increase your chances of getting a seat in your preferred college.
Now that you know what it takes to be eligible for COMEDK counselling, let’s delve into the process itself.
COMEDK Counselling Process
The COMEDK counselling process is a step-by-step procedure to allocate seats in participating colleges. From registration to seat allotment, this section breaks down each stage of the process:
COMEDK Counselling Round 1
Sticking with Your Allotted Seat (No Upgrade in Round 2)
- Attend Counselling: Go to the counselling venue on the scheduled date mentioned in your COMEDK login.
- Document Verification: A verification officer will check your original documents. Make sure you bring all the required documents as listed on the COMEDK website.
- Seat Selection and Payment: If you are happy with the seat allocated in Round 1, you can select it for confirmation. Pay the initial seat acceptance fee of Rs. 55,000 at the counselling venue.
- Reporting to College: You need to report to the allotted college by the date mentioned in your seat allotment letter. This step is important to confirm your admission.
Important Note: By following these steps, you are confirming your seat in Round 1 and will not participate in the upgrade process for Round 2.
Upgrading Your Seat in Round 2 (Holding Round 1 Seat)
- Attend Counselling: Follow step 1 from the previous section and attend counselling as per the schedule.
- Document Verification: Similar to the previous section, a verification officer will check your documents.
- Seat Selection and Payment: Even if you plan to upgrade, you need to select a seat (it can be the same one you were allotted) and pay the initial seat acceptance fee of Rs. 55,000.
- Round 2 Participation: During Round 2, you will have the option to choose “upgrade college/course” if a better option becomes available. You can also choose to “retain college and course of Round 1” if you are satisfied with your initial allotment.
- Reporting to College: This step depends on your final decision. If you retain the Round 1 seat, report to the college by the date mentioned in your Round 2 allotment letter. If you upgrade to a new college, report to the new college by the specified date.
Important Note: Following these steps allows you to hold your Round 1 seat while checking for upgrades in Round 2. You can still confirm your Round 1 seat if no upgrade option interests you.
Cancelling Your Allotted Seat in Round 1
- Attend Counselling: Follow step 1 from the previous sections and attend counselling as per the schedule.
- Document Verification: The verification officer will check your documents as usual.
- Seat Selection and Payment: You still need to select a seat (it can be any seat) and pay the initial seat acceptance fee of Rs. 55,000. This fee will be refunded later after successful seat cancellation.
- Seat Cancellation: Submit a Surrender Form online through your COMEDK application form during the designated surrender period. The form will be available on your login page.
- Returning Documents: Send your original documents back to the COMEDK office in Malleswaram, Bangalore by registered post.
Important Note: Following these steps confirms your decision to cancel the seat allotted in Round 1. You will not be eligible for further rounds of counselling.
Remember:
- Double-check the counselling schedule and deadlines on the COMEDK website.
- Carry all the required documents for verification to the counselling venue.
- Keep a copy of the seat allotment letter and fee payment receipt for your records.
- Make sure you understand the implications of each action before taking it (confirming seat, upgrading, or cancelling).
By following these guidelines and understanding the options available, you can navigate COMEDK Counselling Round 1 smoothly and make an informed decision about your engineering or architecture education.
Options to Select Seat Category in Round 1 and Implications:
| Selection of seat in Round 1 | Options in Round 2 (in case of upgrade of college/course) | Options in Round 2 (in case of cancellation/surrender of seat allotted in Round 1) |
| In case the candidate selects HKR seat in Round 1 | In round 2, he/she can take only HKR seat in exclusive session | In Round 2, he/she can take HKR/GM seat |
| In case the candidate selects Tulu seat in Round 1 | In round 2, he/she can take only Tulu seat in exclusive session | In Round 2, he/she can take Tulu/GM seat |
| In case the candidate selects Christian seat in Round 1 | In round 2, he/she can take only Christian seat in exclusive session | In Round 2, he/she can take Christian/GM seat |
| In case the candidate selects GM seat in Round 1 (irrespective of the category of student) | In round 2, he/she can take only GM seat | In Round 2, he/she can take the HKR/GM/Christian/Tulu seat as applicable. |
COMEDK Counselling Round 2
Haven’t Attended Round 1 or Didn’t Take a Seat
- Attend Counselling: Check the official COMEDK website for the Round 2 counselling schedule. Be there on your designated date and time.
- Document Verification: Counselling officials will verify your original documents like COMEDK UGET scorecard, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, migration certificate (if applicable), caste certificate (if applicable), and photo ID proof.
- Seat Selection and Payment: Based on your rank and available seats, you can choose a college and course you prefer. You will need to pay Rs. 55,000/- at the counselling venue itself.
- College Reporting: Once a seat is allotted, you must report to the college by the date mentioned in your allotment letter. Don’t miss this deadline!
Cancelled/Surrendered Your Round 1 Seat
- Attend Counselling: Follow the same schedule as above and be present for your allotted counselling slot.
- Document Verification: The officials will again verify your documents for confirmation.
- Seat Selection and Payment (Option 1): If you want another chance to secure a seat, you can choose a college and course based on availability. You will need to pay Rs. 5,000/- as an administrative charge at the venue.
- Seat Selection and Payment (Option 2): You can also choose not to select a seat in Round 2.
- College Reporting: If you get a seat allotted in Round 2, you must report to the college by the mentioned date in your allotment letter.
Selected a Seat in Round 1 and Want to Upgrade
- Attend Counselling: Follow the same schedule as above and reach the counselling venue on your designated date and time.
- Document Verification: The officials will verify your documents once again.
- Seat Selection and Upgradation: You have two options here:
- Retain Round 1 Seat: If you’re happy with your current college and course allotted in Round 1, you can choose to keep it.
- Opt for New College/Course: If you want to upgrade to a different college or course with a higher preference, you can choose based on available seats.
- College Reporting: After your final seat selection (either retaining the Round 1 seat or upgrading), report to the allotted college by the date mentioned in your Round 2 allotment letter.
Important Reminders
- Keep all your documents readily available for verification during counselling.
- Carefully review the available seats and choose the college and course that best suits your preferences and rank.
- Pay the necessary fees on time to secure your seat.
- Don’t miss the college reporting deadline.
By following these steps and understanding the process for your specific situation, you can make the most of COMEDK Counselling Round 2.
With a clear understanding of the process, let’s move on to the crucial documents you’ll need during counselling.
Documents required for COMEDK Counselling
Having the right documents is vital for a smooth COMEDK counselling experience. This section details the essential paperwork you must bring along to the counselling sessions:
Documents required for COMEDK Counselling General Merit Seat – Engineering
| No. | Document | Details / Remarks |
| 1 | Candidate Original ID Proof | PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License / any Govt. ID (same as in application form) |
| 2 | Date of Birth Proof | SSLC / 10th Marks Card only |
| 3 | PUC / 12th or Equivalent Marks Card | Full card visible (no cropping); include QR code; improvement/supplementary cards should be scanned together as one PDF |
| 4 | Admit Card or Hall Ticket Info (12th/PUC) | If not available, write Roll No., School No., and Admit Card ID on paper and upload |
| 5 | COMEDK Admit Card / TAT | Mandatory |
| 6 | SC/ST/OBC Certificate | Only if PCM score is 40–45% and candidate is a Karnataka domicile; name should match candidate |
| 7 | Karnataka Domicile Certificate | For SC/ST/OBC category candidates; issued by Tahsildar or higher |
| 8 | OCI / PIO Document | Issued by Govt. of India |
| 9 | VTU Eligibility Certificate | For OCI/PIO candidates; others upload declaration (Annexure A) |
| 10 | Optional Document / Certificate | Candidates below 17 years should upload VTU eligibility certificate or declaration (Annexure B) |
Documents required for COMEDK Counselling Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR) Seat – Engineering
| No. | Document | Details / Remarks |
| 1 | Candidate Original ID Proof | PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License / any Govt. ID (same as used in exam) |
| 2 | Date of Birth Proof | SSLC / 10th Marks Card only |
| 3 | PUC / 12th or Equivalent Marks Card | No cropping; include QR code; improvement/supplementary cards to be scanned together |
| 4 | Admit Card / Hall Ticket Info (12th/PUC) | If not available, write Roll No., School No., and Admit Card ID on paper and upload |
| 5 | COMEDK Admit Card / TAT | Mandatory |
| 6 | Improvement / Supplementary Marksheet | If applicable |
| 7 | Kalyana Karnataka Region Certificate (371J) | Issued by Asst. Commissioner (Revenue Sub-Division); candidate’s name must appear |
| 8 | SC/ST/OBC Certificate | Only if PCM score is 40–45% and candidate is a Karnataka domicile |
| 9 | Karnataka Domicile Certificate | Required for KKR and/or SC/ST/OBC candidates; issued by Tahsildar or higher |
| 10 | OCI / PIO Document | Issued by Govt. of India |
| 11 | VTU Eligibility Certificate | For OCI/PIO candidates; others upload declaration (Annexure A) |
| 12 | Optional Document / Certificate | Candidates below 17 years upload VTU eligibility certificate or declaration (Annexure B) |
Documents required for COMEDK Counselling General Merit Seat – Architecture
| No. | Document | Details / Remarks |
| 1 | Candidate Original ID Proof | PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License / any Govt. ID |
| 2 | Date of Birth Proof | SSLC / 10th Marks Card |
| 3 | Candidate Photo and Signature | To be uploaded clearly |
| 4 | Signature of Parent / Guardian | Required |
| 5 | PUC / 12th / Diploma or Equivalent Marks Card | No cropping; include QR code; full details visible |
| 6 | Admit Card of 12th/PUC Exam | If not available, write details on paper and upload |
| 7 | NATA 2026 / 2025 or JEE 2025 Score Card | Upload whichever applicable |
| 8 | SC/ST/OBC Certificate | Only if PCM score is 40–45% and candidate is a Karnataka domicile |
| 9 | Karnataka Domicile Certificate | For SC/ST/OBC category; issued by Tahsildar or higher |
| 10 | OCI / PIO Document | Issued by Govt. of India |
| 11 | VTU Eligibility Certificate | For OCI/PIO candidates; others upload declaration (Annexure A) |
| 12 | Optional Document / Certificate | Candidates below 17 years upload VTU eligibility certificate or declaration (Annexure B) |
Note:
- SC/ST/OBC certificates are for lower eligibility (40–45% PCM), not reservation.
- Reservation is handled by the Government under its transferred seats.
- KKR candidates must upload both KKR Certificate and Karnataka Domicile Certificate.
Documents required for COMEDK Counselling Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR) Seat – Architecture
| No. | Document | Details / Remarks |
| 1 | Candidate Original ID Proof | PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License / any Govt. ID |
| 2 | Date of Birth Proof | SSLC / 10th Marks Card |
| 3 | Candidate Photo and Signature | To be uploaded clearly |
| 4 | Signature of Parent / Guardian | Required |
| 5 | PUC / 12th / Diploma or Equivalent Marks Card | Include QR code; improvement/supplementary cards to be scanned together |
| 6 | Admit Card / Hall Ticket Info | If not available, write details on paper and upload |
| 7 | NATA 2026 / 2025 or JEE 2025 Score Card | Upload whichever applicable |
| 8 | Kalyana Karnataka Region Certificate (371J) | Issued by Asst. Commissioner (Revenue Sub-Division); candidate’s name must appear |
| 9 | SC/ST/OBC Certificate | Only if PCM score is 40–45% and candidate is a Karnataka domicile |
| 10 | Karnataka Domicile Certificate | Required for SC/ST/OBC candidates; issued by Tahsildar or higher |
| 11 | OCI / PIO Document | Issued by Govt. of India |
| 12 | VTU Eligibility Certificate | For OCI/PIO candidates; others upload declaration (Annexure A) |
| 13 | Optional Document / Certificate | Candidates below 17 years upload VTU eligibility certificate or declaration (Annexure B) |
Now that you’re aware of the necessary documents, let’s explore how to surrender or cancel your COMEDK counselling and seek a refund.
Process to Surrender/Cancel COMEDK Counselling (and Refund)
If you have already accepted a seat in any of the first three rounds and wish to cancel it, COMEDK allows seat cancellation only within the officially announced seat cancellation period. Below is the complete process and refund policy.
Seat Cancellation Options
| Round | Seat Type | Cancellation Allowed | Cancellation Period | Refund Eligibility |
| Round 1 | Accept & Freeze / Accept & Upgrade | Yes | During seat-cancellation period announced for Round 1 / 2 (KKR only) / 3 (before Round 4 starts) | Full refund of total fee paid at COMEDK level |
| Round 2 | Accept & Freeze / Accept & Upgrade | Yes | During seat-cancellation period announced for Round 3 (before Round 4 starts) | Full refund of total fee paid at COMEDK level |
| Round 3 | Accept & Freeze / Accept & Upgrade | Yes | During seat-cancellation period announced before Round 4 starts | Full refund of total fee paid at COMEDK level |
| Round 4 | Accept & Freeze | No | Not applicable | No cancellation allowed; candidate must join allotted college |
Important: Once a seat is cancelled, it cannot be retrieved, and the candidate will not be eligible to participate in any further counselling rounds.
Step-by-Step Seat-Cancellation Process
Step 1: Log in to your COMEDK applicant account using a laptop/desktop (mobile access is not advised). Click on the “Seat Cancellation” tab.
Step 2: Click the “Seat Cancellation” button.
Step 3: Review your details carefully and read the implications. If you are sure you want to cancel, click “Yes” to proceed. If not, click “No.”
Step 4: A confirmation prompt will appear asking again if you wish to cancel, reminding you that you will lose the seat and be ineligible for later rounds. Click “Yes” to continue.
Step 5: Click “Submit” to confirm. This action is final—cancelled seats cannot be reclaimed.
Step 6: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number, and a password will be sent to your registered email ID for authentication.
Step 7: Enter both the OTP and password, then click “Submit” to complete cancellation.
Step 8: Log in again and open the Seat Cancellation tab to view and print your cancellation confirmation for future reference.
Refund Process After Cancellation
- Refunds (if applicable) are credited only to the same bank account or card used for the original online payment. Requests to send refunds to another account (friend, cousin, café, etc.) will not be accepted.
- Refunds are processed within 15 days after the entire COMEDK counselling process concludes.
- If a candidate allotted a seat in Round 4 fails to report or join the allotted college, they will forfeit the entire tuition and other fees paid and must pay a penalty equal to five times the total fee.
Key Reminders
- Seat cancellation is possible only during the official cancellation window mentioned in the counselling schedule.
- No cancellations are accepted during or after Round 4.
- Always cancel your seat through the official applicant login only. COMEDK does not accept cancellations via phone, email, or post.
- Use your own (or your parent’s) bank account for fee payment to ensure the refund is credited correctly.
- Keep a printout of your cancellation confirmation for personal records.
Conclusion
In conclusion, COMEDK counselling streamlines the process of college admission. It provides clarity on available seats and helps students secure their desired courses. Understanding the counselling procedure is crucial for making informed decisions.
Preparation beforehand, such as gathering necessary documents and researching preferred colleges, can ease the process. Timely registration and participation ensure better chances of getting preferred choices.
Attendees must pay attention to counselling dates and guidelines to avoid missing out. Overall, COMEDK counselling serves as a gateway to higher education, empowering students to embark on their academic journey with confidence and clarity.
