Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 is the state-level admission process for MBBS and BDS courses in Telangana, conducted by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal. Admissions are based on NEET UG 2026 scores for approximately 7,090 MBBS seats and 1,290 BDS seats across government and private medical colleges in the state. As of May 30, 2026, the NEET UG 2026 re-exam is scheduled for June 21, 2026, and the Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 process is expected to begin after the result is declared.
- NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: The NEET UG 2026 re-exam is scheduled for June 21, 2026, after NTA cancelled the original May 3 exam. The result is expected in late July or early August 2026 — roughly 40 to 45 days after the re-exam.
- Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 Registration: Expected to begin in August-September 2026 after the NEET UG 2026 result declaration. In 2025, KNRUHS registration opened on July 16 — the 2026 timeline will likely shift to August due to the June 21 re-exam date.
- Total Seats: Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 covers approximately 7,090 MBBS seats across 56 medical colleges and around 1,290 BDS seats. Of the MBBS seats, about 1,550 are in 10 government colleges and the rest are in private colleges.
- Expected Cutoff: OC category candidates typically need a NEET rank within 14,000 for any government college seat in Telangana. Top colleges such as Osmania Medical College and Gandhi Medical College closed at rank ~1,000 to 5,000 in recent years. SC category seats closed at rank up to ~1,34,000.
What is Telangana NEET Counselling 2026?
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 is the official centralised admission process for MBBS and BDS courses in Telangana state for the academic year 2026-27. KNRUHS — Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences, Warangal — is the authority that conducts this counselling. All MBBS and BDS admissions in Telangana through the Competent Authority Quota are processed via KNRUHS using the official counselling portal at tsmedadm.tsche.in.
The counselling is based entirely on NEET UG 2026 scores. Candidates who qualify NEET UG 2026 with the required minimum percentile and meet the Telangana domicile criteria are eligible to participate. The process covers seats in government medical colleges, government dental colleges, private medical colleges (Category A — Competent Authority Quota), and private dental colleges.
Telangana has around 56 MBBS-granting colleges with approximately 7,090 total MBBS seats. Of these, about 1,550 MBBS seats are in 10 government medical colleges where annual tuition fees are as low as ₹10,000 to ₹15,000. The remaining seats are in private medical colleges with Category A (Convenor Quota), Category B (Management Quota), and Category C (NRI Quota) tracks. KNRUHS manages the Competent Authority Quota, which covers 85% of government seats and 50% of seats in private colleges.
The All India Quota (AIQ) — 15% of government college seats — is handled separately by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at the national level and is not part of the KNRUHS process. Candidates from outside Telangana can participate only in the Management Quota (Category B) track through a separate portal at tspvtmedadm.tsche.in.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Name | Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | KNRUHS (Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences), Warangal |
| Official Portals | tsmedadm.tsche.in (Competent Authority); tspvtmedadm.tsche.in (Management/NRI) |
| Based On | NEET UG 2026 Scores |
| Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS |
| Total MBBS Seats (approx.) | ~7,090 seats across ~56 colleges |
| Government MBBS Seats | ~1,550 seats in 10 government colleges |
| Total BDS Seats (approx.) | ~1,290 seats across 14 dental colleges |
| Number of Counselling Rounds | 4 (Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy) |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
Source: KNRUHS Telangana
NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam and Result: Current Status
The NEET UG 2026 exam was originally held on May 3, 2026. However, NTA officially cancelled the May 3 exam and issued a notice on May 16, 2026 announcing a re-examination. The NEET UG 2026 re-exam is now scheduled for June 21, 2026 in offline (pen-and-paper) mode from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM IST, across examination cities in India.
As of May 30, 2026, the NEET UG 2026 result has NOT been declared. The result will only be declared after the June 21 re-exam is completed. The process after the re-exam involves releasing a provisional answer key, an objection window, a final answer key, and then the result.
Based on NTA’s typical processing timeline of 40 to 45 days post-exam, the NEET UG 2026 result is broadly expected in late July or early August 2026. No official result date has been announced by NTA as of today.
Important: No fresh NEET UG 2026 registration is required for the re-exam. All previously registered candidates will appear in the re-exam. Fresh admit cards will be issued before June 21.
The Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 process by KNRUHS cannot begin until the NEET UG 2026 result and merit list are officially released. Based on the shifted re-exam timeline, the KNRUHS counselling notification and registration for 2026 is expected in August-September 2026 — later than the 2025 start date of July 16, 2025.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Important Dates
KNRUHS has not released the official schedule for Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 yet. The dates below are expected timelines based on the 2025 schedule and the shifted NEET UG 2026 re-exam date of June 21, 2026. Official dates will be published on knruhs.telangana.gov.in after the NEET UG 2026 result.
| Event | Expected Date (2026) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam | June 21, 2026 | Upcoming |
| NEET UG 2026 Result Declaration | Late July / Early August 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| KNRUHS Counselling Notification 2026 | August 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment | August–September 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Certificate Upload & Verification | August–September 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Provisional Merit List | September 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Round 1 Web Options / Choice Filling | September 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | September–October 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Round 1 College Reporting & Admission | October 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Round 2 Web Options / Choice Filling | October 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | October–November 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Mop-Up Round | November 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| Stray Vacancy Round | November–December 2026 (Expected) | Upcoming |
| NEET UG 2026 Exam (Original — Cancelled) | May 3, 2026 | (Over / Cancelled) |
All 2026 counselling dates are expected and subject to official notification by KNRUHS. In 2025, KNRUHS registration opened on July 16. The 2026 timeline may shift by 6–8 weeks due to the June 21 re-exam.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Eligibility Criteria
You must meet all of the following criteria to participate in Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 under the Competent Authority Quota. Missing even one condition makes you ineligible for government and Category-A private college seats.
Academic Eligibility
- You must have passed Class 10+2 (Intermediate or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects.
- OC/General/EWS candidates: Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in Class 12.
- BC, SC, and ST candidates: Minimum 40% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in Class 12.
- PwD (Persons with Disability) candidates: Minimum 45% aggregate for OC-PwD and 40% for reserved-category PwD.
NEET UG 2026 Qualification
- You must have appeared in and qualified NEET UG 2026.
- OC/General/EWS: Minimum 50th percentile in NEET UG 2026 (equivalent to 144 marks out of 720).
- BC, SC, and ST: Minimum 40th percentile (equivalent to 113 marks out of 720).
- OC-PwD: Minimum 45th percentile (127 marks).
Age Criteria
- You must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31, 2026.
- There is no upper age limit for NEET UG 2026 counselling in Telangana.
Domicile / Nativity (Local Candidate Criteria)
For the Competent Authority Quota (government seats and 50% of private college seats), you must be a "local" candidate of Telangana. You qualify as a local candidate if any one of these conditions is true:
- You studied for at least 4 consecutive academic years (from Class 9 to 12 or equivalent) in an educational institution in Telangana.
- You resided in Telangana for at least 4 years before your Class 12 qualifying exam (if you studied outside the state).
- One of your parents is a permanent resident of Telangana.
- One of your parents is employed in a Central or Telangana State government or public sector institution based in Telangana.
Non-local candidates — those from outside Telangana — are NOT eligible for the Competent Authority Quota. They can only apply for Management Quota (Category B) seats in private medical colleges through tspvtmedadm.tsche.in.
Nationality
- Indian Nationals, OCI (Overseas Citizens of India), and PIO (Person of Indian Origin) cardholders are eligible.
- NRI-sponsored candidates can apply for NRI Quota (Category C) seats in private colleges.
How to Register for Telangana NEET Counselling 2026
The Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 registration process is fully online. You need to complete every step on the official KNRUHS portal before the deadline. Missing the registration deadline means you cannot participate in any round of counselling.
Here is the step-by-step process:
- Visit the official portal: Go to tsmedadm.tsche.in when the registration window opens. This is the only official portal for Competent Authority Quota counselling.
- Create a new account: Register using your NEET UG 2026 roll number, mobile number (OTP verified), and email address. Keep these credentials safe — you will need them throughout the process.
- Fill in the application form: Enter your personal details, NEET UG 2026 score, qualifying exam details, and nativity/category information carefully.
- Upload required documents: Scan and upload all required certificates as PDFs (maximum 500 KB each). Photos and signature should be uploaded as JPG files (maximum 100 KB each).
- Pay the registration fee: Pay the non-refundable registration fee online using a credit card, debit card, or net banking. The fee for OC/BC candidates is ₹4,000 and for SC/ST candidates is ₹3,200 (based on 2025 fee structure; check the official 2026 notification for any revision).
- Submit and print the application: Submit your application and download the confirmation receipt. KNRUHS will verify your uploaded documents.
- Wait for merit list: KNRUHS will publish a provisional merit list based on your NEET UG 2026 score, category, and nativity. Check for any errors and raise grievances if needed before the final merit list is published.
You cannot make changes to your application after the deadline. Double-check all details — especially your category, nativity, and NEET UG 2026 roll number — before submitting.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Documents Required
You must keep all of the following documents ready before you begin your Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 registration. Documents must be scanned clearly. Blurred or incomplete uploads will result in application rejection.
- NEET UG 2026 Scorecard / Rank Card — mandatory for all candidates
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card — for identity verification
- Class 10 (SSC) Marksheet or Birth Certificate — for age proof
- Class 12 (Intermediate) Marksheet — showing PCB marks and aggregate
- Study Certificates (Classes 6 to 12) — for Telangana local area / domicile proof
- Transfer Certificate (TC) — from the last institution attended
- Caste Certificate — for SC, ST, and BC candidates (issued by a competent authority in Telangana)
- EWS Certificate — for Economically Weaker Section candidates (issued in 2025-26)
- Income Certificate — for fee concession or EWS eligibility
- Aadhaar Card — for identity proof
- Residence Certificate (MRO-issued) — for candidates who are Telangana residents but studied outside the state
- Parent Employment Certificate — if claiming local status based on parent’s employment in Telangana
- Minority Certificate — for Muslim minority category candidates
- NCC Certificate — if applicable, for NCC grace marks
- CAP Certificate — for Children of Armed Personnel category
- PMC Certificate — for Police Martyrs’ Children category
- Passport-size Photograph — recent, JPG format, max 100 KB
- Signature — on white paper, JPG format, max 100 KB
- Affidavit on Stamp Paper — declaring accuracy of caste and domicile claims (if required)
For NRI Quota (Category C) through the Management Quota portal, you additionally need: the NRI blood relative’s embassy-issued NRI Certificate, the sponsor’s passport copy, and the sponsor’s bank passbook copy.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Seat Matrix
The Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 seat matrix covers MBBS and BDS seats across government and private medical and dental colleges in Telangana. The exact 2026 seat matrix will be published by KNRUHS along with the official notification. The figures below are based on the 2025-26 seat matrix.
MBBS Seat Distribution
| Type of College | Number of Colleges | Approximate MBBS Seats | Quota Handled by KNRUHS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges | 10 | ~1,550 (85% state quota) | Competent Authority Quota (85% of sanctioned seats) |
| Private Medical Colleges | ~46 | ~5,540 (50% Category A) | Category A — Convenor Quota (50% of seats) |
| Total MBBS Seats | ~56 | ~7,090 | — |
Category-wise Reservation in Government Seats
| Category | Reservation Percentage |
|---|---|
| Open / OC (Unreserved) | 36% |
| Backward Classes (BC) — Total | 29% (BC-A: 7%, BC-B: 10%, BC-C: 1%, BC-D: 7%, BC-E: 4%) |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) — Total | 15% (SC Group I: 1%, SC Group II: 9%, SC Group III: 5%) |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% (in 7 government colleges with EWS seats) |
Note: From AY 2025-26, Telangana introduced three SC sub-groups (Group I, II, III) with separate seat pools. SC candidates compete only within their own sub-group. Horizontal reservations — Women (33.33%), PwD (5%), CAP (1%), PMC (0.25%) — apply across all categories.
BDS Seats
| Type | Colleges | Approximate Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Government Dental College (Govt. Dental College Afzalganj, Hyderabad) | 1 | 100 |
| Private Dental Colleges | 13 | ~1,190 |
| Total BDS | 14 | ~1,290 |
Source: KNRUHS Telangana
How Web Options and Choice Filling Works in Telangana NEET Counselling 2026
Web options — also called choice filling — is the most important step in Telangana NEET Counselling 2026. In this step, you select and rank the colleges you want to join. The computerised seat allotment system then matches you to the best available seat based on your NEET rank, category, and the order of your choices.
How to Fill Web Options
- Log in to tsmedadm.tsche.in using your application ID and password.
- Enter your OTP for verification before you begin.
- Fill MBBS and BDS web options separately on the portal.
- You can add as many colleges as you want in preference order. There is no limit on the number of choices.
- Arrange colleges from your most preferred to least preferred. The system scans your list from the top and allots the first available seat that matches your rank and category.
- Once satisfied, lock your choices. You must lock before the deadline — the system does not accept unlocked choices.
- Print your submitted web options as proof. You cannot change them after locking.
Plan your web options carefully. The system allots the first seat available from the top of your list — all choices below the first available match are ignored. Do not put a less-preferred college above a more-preferred one.
Key Rules for Web Options
- Choices are irrevocable once locked — you cannot change your order after the deadline.
- Fill choices in your genuine preference order — most preferred college at the top.
- If a seat is allotted in Round 2, the Round 1 allotment is automatically cancelled.
- Do not assume a higher-ranked college will always give you a seat — many popular government colleges close early in the merit list.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Round-wise Process
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 will have four rounds. Each round has its own registration window, choice filling window, and allotment. You must participate from Round 1 itself — skipping Round 1 disqualifies you from all subsequent rounds.
| Round | Who Can Participate | Key Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 (Competent Authority Quota) | All eligible registered candidates | Mandatory to participate. You can resign from Round 1 seat and participate in Round 2 for a better option. You must join your allotted college to upgrade in Round 2. |
| Round 2 (Competent Authority Quota) | Candidates who participated in Round 1 (joined or resigned with valid reason) | Fresh choice filling allowed. No upgradation or resignation after Round 2. If a new seat is allotted, the Round 1 seat is cancelled automatically. Non-joining after Round 2 allotment = permanent ineligibility from all further rounds. |
| Mop-Up Round | Candidates who did not get allotment or whose seat was vacated | For seats remaining after Round 2. Fresh choice filling. Strict penalty for non-joining. |
| Stray Vacancy Round | All eligible candidates (including fresh applicants for this round) | Final cleanup round. Non-joining attracts a ₹20 lakh penalty and 3-year debarment from NEET admission in Telangana. |
The Management Quota (Category B) and NRI Quota (Category C) counselling runs on a parallel schedule through tspvtmedadm.tsche.in, with its own rounds. Out-of-state candidates and those seeking management quota seats must use this portal separately.
If you do not report to your allotted college after any round, you are permanently ineligible for all future counselling rounds in Telangana that year. The Stray Vacancy Round has the strictest penalty — ₹20 lakh fine and 3-year debarment.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Fees and Payment
There are two main fee components in Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 — the registration fee paid when you apply, and the university fee paid when you receive a seat allotment. Both are non-refundable.
Registration Fee (Non-Refundable)
| Quota | Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Competent Authority Quota | OC / BC (General / OBC) | ₹4,000 |
| Competent Authority Quota | SC / ST | ₹3,200 |
| Management / NRI Quota | All categories | ₹6,300 |
University Fee at Allotment (Non-Refundable)
- You must pay ₹12,000 to KNRUHS as a university fee at the time of seat allotment. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid online before the deadline to confirm your allotment.
College Fee After Reporting
| College Type | Annual Tuition Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges (State Quota) | ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 per year |
| Private College — Category A (Convenor Quota) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,25,000 per year |
| Private College — Category B (Management Quota) | ₹11,55,000 – ₹14,00,000 per year |
| Private College — Category C (NRI Quota) | ₹22,50,000 – ₹26,00,000 per year |
Government medical college fees in Telangana are among the lowest in the country. The total annual cost including hostel and mess for a government college is typically around ₹50,000 to ₹70,000. Fees above are based on 2025-26 structures and may be revised for 2026-27. Confirm exact fees from the official KNRUHS prospectus when released.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Expected Cutoff
The official Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 cutoff — the last rank allotted in each category — will only be available after all rounds of counselling are complete. You can use the previous year closing ranks as a reference to understand your chances before applying.
The minimum qualifying percentile (50th for OC, 40th for BC/SC/ST) is NTA’s eligibility threshold for NEET UG, not the actual admission cutoff. Actual admission cutoffs are far higher and depend on the number of candidates, difficulty of the paper, and available seats.
Telangana NEET Counselling — Category-wise Approximate Closing Ranks (Reference Data)
| Category | Approximate Score Range | Approximate Closing Rank (AIR) — Government Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| OC / General | 625 – 680+ marks | Up to ~14,000 (top colleges close at ~1,000–5,000) |
| BC (A to E) | 560 – 610 marks | Varies by sub-category; higher than OC closing rank |
| BC-A (2022 actuals) | 478 marks | ~1,23,766 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 – 530 marks | Up to ~1,34,000 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 – 490 marks | Up to ~1,04,000 |
College-wise Approximate Closing Ranks — OC Category (Based on Historical Trends)
| College | Approximate OC Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad | ~1,000 – 3,000 |
| Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad | ~1,000 – 5,000 |
| Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal | ~3,000 – 8,000 |
| Other Government Medical Colleges (Nalgonda, Mahabubnagar, Siddipet, etc.) | Up to ~14,000 |
These figures are based on 2024 trends and 2022 actuals from KNRUHS allotment data. Official closing rank PDFs for each round are published on knruhs.telangana.gov.in after counselling ends. The 2026 cutoff will depend on NEET UG 2026 difficulty and total number of applicants.
Source: KNRUHS Telangana
Top Government Medical Colleges in Telangana Accepting NEET Score
Telangana has 10 government medical colleges that participate in KNRUHS Telangana NEET Counselling. These colleges offer MBBS at very low tuition fees and are among the most sought-after options for NEET qualifiers from Telangana. Competition for seats in these colleges is very high — especially Osmania Medical College and Gandhi Medical College in Hyderabad.
| College Name | Location | Approximate MBBS Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Osmania Medical College | Hyderabad | 250 seats |
| Gandhi Medical College | Secunderabad | 200 seats |
| Kakatiya Medical College | Warangal | 200 seats |
| Government Medical College | Mahabubnagar | 150 seats |
| Government Medical College | Nalgonda | 150 seats |
| Government Medical College | Suryapet | 150 seats |
| Government Medical College | Siddipet | 150 seats |
| Rajiv Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) | Adilabad | 100 seats |
| Government Medical College | Nizamabad | 100 seats |
| ESI Medical College and Hospital | Hyderabad | 100 seats |
Of the total ~1,550 government MBBS seats, 15% go to the All India Quota managed by MCC, and the remaining 85% are allocated through KNRUHS Telangana counselling. Government Dental College Afzalganj in Hyderabad offers 100 BDS seats through KNRUHS.
Seat numbers are approximate and based on 2025-26 data. Actual intake may vary in 2026-27. Check the official KNRUHS seat matrix when released.
Telangana NEET Counselling 2026: Seat Allotment Process
The seat allotment in Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 is fully computerised and done by KNRUHS based on NEET UG 2026 merit rank, category, nativity, and the web options you have filled. Here is what happens after allotment.
After Seat Allotment — Step by Step
- Download allotment letter: Log in to tsmedadm.tsche.in and download your seat allotment letter from the portal.
- Pay university fee: Pay ₹12,000 as non-refundable university fee online to KNRUHS to confirm your seat. This must be done before the deadline.
- Report to allotted college: Visit the allotted college within the stipulated deadline with all original documents.
- Document verification at college: College authorities will verify all your original documents. Keep all originals and self-attested photocopies ready.
- Pay college tuition fee: Pay the first-year tuition and other fees as prescribed by the college. Government college fees are typically ₹10,000 to ₹15,000 per year.
- Collect joining letter: After verification and fee payment, the college issues a joining letter confirming your admission.
Documents to Carry at College Reporting
- Seat Allotment Letter (printed from KNRUHS portal)
- KNRUHS University Fee payment receipt (₹12,000)
- NEET UG 2026 Scorecard and Admit Card (originals + 2 sets of photocopies)
- All Class 10 and Class 12 certificates (originals)
- Study certificates (originals + photocopies)
- Category certificate (original + photocopy, if applicable)
- Aadhaar card (original + photocopy)
- Recent passport-size photographs (at least 6)
Do not fail to report on time. If you do not report to the allotted college within the deadline, you will lose the seat and become ineligible for all remaining rounds of counselling that year.
Tips to Prepare for Telangana NEET Counselling 2026
Getting a good NEET UG rank is just the first step. You also need to prepare well for the counselling process to secure your preferred college and course. Here are some practical tips.
- Collect all documents early: Start gathering your original documents — study certificates, caste certificate, income certificate — well before the registration window opens. Many of these take time to obtain from government offices.
- Check your local area eligibility: Confirm whether you qualify as a local candidate (OU/AU/SVU local area) or non-local candidate. This affects which seats you can apply for and your chances at specific colleges.
- Research college-wise closing ranks: Study the previous year closing rank data for government and private colleges published on knruhs.telangana.gov.in. This helps you set realistic expectations and build a smart web options list.
- Plan your web options list carefully: Add all colleges you are genuinely willing to join. Put your most preferred college first. The system allots the first available seat from the top of your list — so a less-preferred college placed higher will bump out a more-preferred one below it.
- Understand your sub-category under SC: From 2025-26, Telangana uses three SC sub-groups (Group I, II, III) with separate seat pools. Know your sub-group from your caste certificate to understand which pool you compete in.
- Keep track of every deadline: KNRUHS counselling has strict deadlines for registration, web options, fee payment, and college reporting. Missing any single deadline can disqualify you for the rest of the process.
- Keep funds ready: Even government college admissions require ₹12,000 university fee plus first-year tuition. Keep at least ₹30,000 to ₹50,000 ready for initial expenses before the bank loan or scholarship kicks in.
- Join Round 1 even if you hope for better in Round 2: You must join your Round 1 allotted seat to remain eligible for Round 2 upgradation. Skipping Round 1 reporting ends your participation in all rounds that year.
FAQs
Ques. Who conducts Telangana NEET UG counselling 2026?
Ans. Telangana NEET UG counselling 2026 is conducted by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal. The official portal for Competent Authority Quota counselling (government and Category-A private seats) is tsmedadm.tsche.in. Management and NRI Quota counselling runs through tspvtmedadm.tsche.in.
Ques. What is the eligibility for Telangana NEET counselling 2026?
Ans. You must have qualified NEET UG 2026 with at least the 50th percentile (OC/General/EWS) or 40th percentile (BC/SC/ST). You must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology — with at least 50% aggregate for OC and 40% for BC/SC/ST. You must also be a local candidate of Telangana (studied 4 consecutive years in Telangana or have a Telangana domicile). The minimum age is 17 years by December 31, 2026. There is no upper age limit.
Ques. How many MBBS seats are available through Telangana NEET counselling?
Ans. Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 covers approximately 7,090 MBBS seats across around 56 medical colleges. Of these, about 1,550 MBBS seats are in 10 government medical colleges where annual tuition is just ₹10,000 to ₹15,000. The rest are in private colleges under Convenor Quota (Category A), Management Quota (Category B), and NRI Quota (Category C).
Ques. How many rounds are there in Telangana NEET counselling?
Ans. Telangana NEET Counselling has four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. Participation from Round 1 is mandatory — skipping Round 1 makes you ineligible for all subsequent rounds. The Stray Vacancy Round carries the strictest penalty: a ₹20 lakh fine and 3-year debarment for non-reporting after allotment.
Ques. Is Telangana domicile mandatory for KNRUHS counselling?
Ans. Yes, Telangana local candidate status is mandatory for the Competent Authority Quota. You qualify if you studied for 4 consecutive years in Telangana or if a parent is a permanent resident. Candidates from outside Telangana are NOT eligible for government or Category-A private seats — they can only apply for Management Quota (Category B) seats through tspvtmedadm.tsche.in.
Ques. What documents are needed for Telangana NEET counselling registration?
Ans. The key documents are: NEET UG 2026 scorecard and admit card, Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate, Class 12 marksheet, study certificates from Classes 6 to 12, transfer certificate, Aadhaar card, caste/category certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate (if applicable), and passport-size photographs. Domicile documents — MRO residence certificate or parent employment certificate — are needed if you are claiming local status based on residence rather than study. All documents must be uploaded as clear PDF scans of maximum 500 KB each.
Ques. What is the reservation policy in Telangana NEET counselling 2026?
Ans. The vertical reservation in Telangana NEET Counselling is: OC/General (36%), Backward Classes total (29% — BC-A 7%, BC-B 10%, BC-C 1%, BC-D 7%, BC-E 4%), Scheduled Castes (15% — SC Group I 1%, SC Group II 9%, SC Group III 5%), and Scheduled Tribes (10%). EWS reservation of 10% applies in 7 government colleges. Horizontal reservations include Women (33.33%), PwD (5%), CAP (1%), and PMC (0.25%) across all categories.
Ques. What NEET rank is needed for a government medical college in Telangana?
Ans. For OC/General category, you typically need a NEET All India Rank within 14,000 to get a seat in any government medical college in Telangana through state quota. Top colleges such as Osmania Medical College and Gandhi Medical College close at ranks of around 1,000 to 5,000 for OC category. SC category seats have closed at ranks up to ~1,34,000 and ST at up to ~1,04,000 based on historical data. The 2026 cutoff will depend on exam difficulty and total applicants.
Ques. What is the NRI quota in Telangana NEET counselling?
Ans. The NRI Quota (Category C) covers 15% of seats in private medical colleges in Telangana — approximately 700 or more seats. Government medical colleges have no NRI quota. The annual fee is around ₹22,50,000 to ₹26,00,000 per year. The NRI sponsor must be a blood relative (parent, sibling, uncle, or aunt) and must provide an embassy-issued NRI certificate and other documents. NRI quota counselling is conducted through tspvtmedadm.tsche.in.
Ques. What is web options in Telangana NEET counselling and how does it work?
Ans. Web options is the online choice filling step in Telangana NEET Counselling. You log in to the KNRUHS portal, select colleges in preference order, and lock your choices before the deadline. The computerised system allots the first available seat from the top of your list that matches your rank and category. You can enter as many colleges as you want. MBBS and BDS web options are filled separately. Choices cannot be changed once locked.
Ques. Can I upgrade my seat after Round 1 allotment in Telangana NEET counselling?
Ans. Yes, you can try for a better seat in Round 2 after getting a Round 1 allotment. But you must first join your Round 1 college — reporting to the allotted college is mandatory to remain eligible for Round 2. If a better seat is allotted to you in Round 2, your Round 1 seat is cancelled automatically. Non-joining after Round 2 allotment leads to permanent disqualification from all remaining rounds that year.
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