The release of the engineering seat matrix in Karnataka is expected to be delayed further as the Principal Secretary of the Department of Higher Education is on leave. This development could push back the counselling process for engineering aspirants, according to officials from the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
Principal Secretary's Absence Stalls Approval
The seat matrix, which outlines the number of engineering seats available across colleges in the state, requires the final approval of the Principal Secretary. With the official currently on leave, the approval process has been halted. KEA authorities have stated that this delay is beyond their control and that they are awaiting the Secretary's return to proceed.
Impact on Counselling Schedule
The KEA has warned that any further postponement in the finalisation of the seat matrix will directly affect the counselling timeline. "If the final seat matrix is delayed more, counselling will be delayed further," a KEA official said. The counselling process is typically scheduled after the seat matrix is published, and students rely on this schedule to plan their admissions.
As of now, no specific date has been provided for the release of the seat matrix. The KEA is urging the department to expedite the process to minimise disruptions for students.
