The Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal, will release the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 soon at its official portal, knruhs.telangana.gov.in. The NEET 2026 was successfully conducted across more than 5000 exam centres on May 03, 2026.
- The KNRUHS will publish the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 tentatively in the month of June, after the declaration of NEET UG 2026 results.
- Last year, the NTA conducted the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test or NEET 2025 exam on 4th May and the results, along with the state-wise NEET merit list PDF on 14 June 2025.
- Based on NEET UG 2026 marks vs rank, the category-wise Telangana NEET merit list will be prepared.
- The majority of MBBS/BDS seats (85%) under the State Quota in government and private medical colleges across the Telangana state are managed by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal.
- The remaining 15% seats under the All India Quota are fully managed by the Medical Council Committee through the official portal mcc.nic.in.
- The Telangana NEET Merit List PDF will mention the names of qualified students along with their NEET 2026 marks and rank.
- Qualified candidates will be further invited to register and participate in the NEET UG 2026 counselling by choice-filling and seat allotment process.
| Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 PDF — To be updated on official release | Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 — Process & Dates |
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Telangana NEET Merit List 2026: Important Dates
The Telangana NEET merit list 2026 will be released after NEET UG 2026 results are declared, expected in June 2026. The tentative schedule below is based on the previous year's counselling patterns:
| Event | Tentative Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Exam | May 3, 2026 (Conducted) |
| NEET UG 2026 Result Date | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Telangana State Counselling Registration Commences | July 2026 (Expected) |
| Release of Provisional Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 | July 2026 (Expected) |
| Document Verification Begins | July 2026 (Expected) |
| Final Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 PDF | July – August 2026 (Expected) |
| Round 1 Choice Filling & Seat Allotment Process | July – August 2026 (Expected) |
| Round 2 Registration & Seat Allotment Process | August – September 2026 (Expected) |
| Mop-Up Round | October 2026 (Expected) |
| Stray Vacancy Round (if applicable) | November 2026 (Expected) |
Note: The above-mentioned tentative dates are subject to change. All dates are based on the previous years NEET trends. For all the latest updates regarding Telangana NEET Merit List PDF 2026, visit the official website, knruhs.telangana.gov.in.
Ques. When will the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 be released?
Ans. The Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences, Warangal, is the responsible authority for releasing the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026. The merit list PDF will be available for download at knruhs.telangana.gov.in soon, probably in June 2026 (after the declaration of NEET UG 2026 results).
How to Check Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 – Step-by-Step
The Telangana NEET 2026 merit list will be released as a downloadable PDF on the official counselling portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official counselling website: knruhs.telangana.gov.in.
- Navigate to the "Admissions" or "NEET UG 2026" section on the homepage.
- Click on the link for "Telangana NEET UG 2026 Merit List" or "MBBS/BDS Merit List 2026".
- A category-wise PDF will open — use Ctrl + F to search for your name or NEET roll number.
- Download and save the PDF for use during counselling and document verification.
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Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 – Details Mentioned in PDF
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Candidate's Name | NEET UG 2026 Score |
| NEET Roll Number | All India Rank (AIR) |
| State Merit Rank | Category & Sub-Category |
| Gender | PwD Status |
| Domicile / Residency Status | Counselling Registration Number |
Ques. How can I check the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026?
Ans. The Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 will be available as a category-wise PDF on the official portal knruhs.telangana.gov.in. Separate merit lists are released for government, government-aided, and private medical and dental colleges.
Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 – Tie-Breaking Criteria
In case of a tie in NEET UG 2026 scores, the counselling authority follows the standard tie-breaking criteria as per NTA/NMC guidelines to determine the Telangana state merit rank:
- Biology Performance: Higher score in the Biology section of NEET 2026 gives a higher rank.
- Chemistry Performance: If the tie persists, higher score in Chemistry determines rank.
- Physics Performance: If still tied, higher Physics score is considered.
- Fewest Incorrect Answers: The candidate with fewer wrong answers in NEET 2026 is ranked higher.
- Age Preference: If all the above are equal, the older candidate is ranked higher as per NMC norms.
What Happens After Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 Is Released?
After the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 is released, candidates on the merit list must participate in the Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 for MBBS/BDS seat allotment. The counselling is conducted by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal and involves:
- Online Registration & Fee Payment: Candidates register on the official portal knruhs.telangana.gov.in and pay the prescribed counselling fee.
- Document Verification: Candidates must verify their eligibility documents at the designated verification centre or online portal as specified by the authority.
- Choice Filling & Locking: Eligible candidates fill in their preferred colleges and courses online. Choices must be locked before the deadline.
- Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on NEET 2026 rank, category, choices filled, and seat availability. The allotment letter is downloadable from the portal.
- Reporting to College: Candidates must report to the allotted college within the stipulated period to confirm admission by paying the requisite fees.
Documents Required for Telangana NEET 2026 Counselling
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and NEET 2026 Scorecard/Rank Card
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth proof) and Class 12 Marksheet
- Domicile/Residence Certificate of Telangana (mandatory for state quota seats)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD — if applicable) issued by a competent authority
- Provisional Allotment Letter (from counselling portal, once allotted)
- Online Printed Application Form (from counselling portal registration)
- Four passport-size photographs (white background, same as in NEET form)
- Valid Photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Driving License / Passport / Voter ID (any two)
Note: Additional documents may be required based on Telangana-specific counselling rules. Candidates must check the official counselling brochure on knruhs.telangana.gov.in for the complete and updated document checklist.
FAQs
Ques. What documents are required for Telangana NEET 2026 counselling?
Ans. Candidates must carry original + photocopies of the NEET 2026 scorecard, Class 10 & 12 certificates, Telangana domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), NEET admit card, registration confirmation, and photo ID proofs. The complete list will be confirmed in the official Telangana NEET 2026 counselling brochure at knruhs.telangana.gov.in.
Ques. What is the basis for preparing the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026?
Ans. The Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 is prepared based on NEET UG 2026 All India Rank (AIR) and scores obtained by candidates who register for Telangana state counselling. Separate category-wise merit lists are prepared for UR/Open, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories. Only candidates who are domicile of Telangana are eligible for the 85% state quota seats.
Ques. What is the counselling process after the Telangana NEET Merit List 2026 is released?
Ans. After the release of the merit list, candidates must register on knruhs.telangana.gov.in, complete document verification, fill in college/course choices online, and await seat allotment. Counselling is conducted in multiple rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy). Seat allotment is based on NEET 2026 rank, category, choices filled, and available seats.
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