Do NEET UG candidates need physical document verification at KEA Malleswaram?
Karnataka domicile candidates whose caste, income, and 7-year study certificates validate online via Nadakacheri and SATS data do not need to visit Malleswaram. Physical verification at KEA Malleswaram is mandatory only for NRI, OCI, Special Category (NCC, Sports, Defence, PwD), and out-of-state candidates seeking specific quotas.
Direct Answer & Executive Summary
For the vast majority of Karnataka students, the answer is NO. You do not need to travel to the KEA headquarters at 18th Cross, Malleswaram, Bangalore.
KEA has transitioned to an e-Verification system:
- If you studied 7+ years under Karnataka State Board with a valid SATS number, your schooling is verified digitally against the state education server.
- If you claim caste or income reservation with a valid 15-character Nadakacheri RD number, your revenue records are verified digitally.
- Once both systems turn green, KEA issues an online Verification Slip in your portal containing your Secret Key for option entry.
Who MUST Physically Report to KEA Malleswaram?
Physical verification in person at KEA Malleswaram (or designated regional nodal centers) is mandatory only for candidates falling into the following categories:
| Category | Reason Physical Attendance is Mandatory |
|---|---|
| NRI / OCI Candidates | Submission and manual scrutiny of Embassy sponsorship letter, parent passport copies, and relative relationship proof. |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Mandatory physical evaluation by the Medical Board constituted at Victoria Hospital / Bowring Hospital via KEA. |
| Defence Personnel (Clause F & M) | Scrutiny of service record books, Station Commander postings, and Ministry of Defence discharge certificates. |
| NCC & Sports Quota | Submission of original national/international tournament participation credentials and Directorate score certificates. |
| Horanadu & Gadinadu Kannadigas | Appearing in person for the mandatory Kannada Language Test (minimum 12 out of 50 marks required). |
| Disputed Documents / SATS Mismatch | Candidates whose school records fail automated online matching. |
How to Check Your Verification Slip Online
- Log in to the KEA candidate portal with your User ID and Password.
- Click on “Download Document Verification Slip”.
- Confirm that the status says “Verified: Eligible for Option Entry”.
- Check your candidate particulars: Candidate Name, Category, Domicile Clause, and whether Rural / Kannada Medium / 371(J) are correctly recognized.
- Note down the Secret Key (Alphanumeric Code) printed at the bottom of the slip — you will need this key during option entry registration.
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