Hello student,

It seems that your college is asking for the additional amount due to a processing fee deduction by KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority), which may have impacted the amount they sent to your college. This scenario isn't common in all colleges, and the response from other colleges may vary depending on their own agreements with KEA.

If you're uncertain about the legitimacy of the additional fee demand, consider the following steps:

1. Clarify with KEA : Contact KEA to confirm whether the processing fee deduction is valid and if other colleges are also facing the same issue. Request a detailed statement showing how much your college was sent after the deduction.
   
   

2. Discuss with College Authorities : Take the issue to the college administration and request a clear explanation of the fee structure. If the deduction is valid, the college should provide evidence that the amount they received was less and explain why this fee wasn't communicated upfront.
   
   

3. Consult Other Colleges : If other colleges are not asking for this additional fee, check with your peers in different institutions to understand if this is a common practice for colleges participating in the PGCET.
   
   

4. Seek Help from PGCET or Student Forums : Students often share similar experiences on forums or social media platforms where you can gather more insights on whether such charges are common.

This situation can be resolved by having a clear understanding of the fee structure and communicating with both KEA and the college involved.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.