Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal, conducts admissions to undergraduate, postgraduate, super-speciality, nursing, dental, AYUSH, allied health sciences and other healthcare programmes through entrance examinations, merit and counselling, depending on the course. The university affiliates medical, dental, AYUSH, nursing and allied health institutions across Telangana.
For the 2026–27 academic year, KNRUHS has released admission notifications and the prospectus for MBBS and BDS courses under the Competent Authority Quota. The university has also published the list of candidates qualified in NEET UG 2026 for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Telangana.
Admission to major medical and dental programmes is primarily based on national-level entrance examinations such as NEET UG and NEET PG, followed by KNRUHS counselling and seat allotment. Other programmes may have separate eligibility, entrance tests, merit lists and counselling procedures as notified by the university.
KNRUHS Important Dates 2026
The admission schedule varies by course and counselling category. Candidates should follow the individual KNRUHS notification for the latest registration, verification, web-option and reporting dates.
| Event | 2026 Status/Date |
| NEET UG 2026 | Conducted; KNRUHS published the Telangana qualified-candidate list on 1 August 2026 |
| MBBS/BDS Competent Authority Quota Prospectus | Released on 4 August 2026 |
| MBBS/BDS Registration Notification | Released on 4 August 2026 |
| MBBS/BDS Physical Verification | Notification issued on 7 August 2026 |
| MBBS/BDS PwD Assessment | Notification issued on 7 August 2026 |
| Other UG/PG Admissions | Dates vary by course; candidates should check individual KNRUHS notifications |
KNRUHS released the MBBS/BDS 2026–27 prospectus and registration notification on 4 August 2026, followed by notifications for physical certificate verification and PwD assessment on 7 August 2026.
KNRUHS Admissions 2026
KNRUHS offers programmes across Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, AYUSH, Physiotherapy, Allied Health Sciences and other healthcare disciplines through its affiliated institutions. Admission requirements differ according to the programme.
For MBBS and BDS, candidates must qualify NEET UG and participate in the counselling process conducted by KNRUHS for the applicable quota. The university's 2026–27 notification covers MBBS and BDS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota, including seats in government and eligible private institutions affiliated with KNRUHS.
| Programme | Typical Duration | Eligibility | Selection/Entrance Exam |
| MBBS | 5.5 years | 10+2 with PCB and English; NEET UG qualification | NEET UG + KNRUHS counselling |
| BDS | 5 years | 10+2 with PCB and English; NEET UG qualification | NEET UG + KNRUHS counselling |
| MD | 3 years | MBBS degree and applicable eligibility | NEET PG + counselling |
| MS | 3 years | MBBS degree and applicable eligibility | NEET PG + counselling |
| MDS | 3 years | BDS degree and applicable eligibility | NEET MDS + counselling |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | 10+2 with required subjects as per applicable rules | Merit/entrance as notified |
| Post Basic B.Sc Nursing | 2 years | GNM and applicable eligibility | KNRUHS notification/selection process |
| M.Sc Nursing | 2 years | B.Sc Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc Nursing and applicable eligibility | KNRUHS selection/counselling |
| BPT | 4.5 years | 10+2 with required subjects | Merit/selection as notified |
| MPT | 2 years | BPT degree and applicable eligibility | KNRUHS selection/counselling |
| BAMS | 5.5 years | 10+2 with PCB; NEET UG | NEET UG + counselling |
| BHMS | 5.5 years | 10+2 with PCB; applicable eligibility | NEET UG + counselling |
| BNYS | 5.5 years | 10+2 with required subjects | As notified |
| B.Sc Allied Health Sciences | Varies | 10+2 with applicable subjects | Merit/selection as notified |
| B.Sc MLT | 3–4 years, as applicable | 10+2 with required subjects | Merit/selection as notified |
| MPH | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree | Entrance/merit as notified |
The exact course list, eligibility requirements, seat matrix and selection criteria can change between academic years. Candidates should therefore refer to the relevant KNRUHS prospectus before applying.
KNRUHS MBBS Admission 2026
KNRUHS MBBS admission for the 2026–27 academic year is based on NEET UG 2026 qualification followed by the university's counselling process. KNRUHS has issued a specific prospectus and registration notification for MBBS/BDS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota.
Candidates must register online through the KNRUHS admission portal, provide the required academic and NEET details, upload certificates and participate in the verification and counselling process.
The university's prospectus states that MBBS/BDS seats under the Competent Authority Quota include applicable seats in government medical/dental colleges and Category A seats in eligible private institutions. The final seat matrix is notified by KNRUHS before counselling.
KNRUHS BDS Admission 2026
BDS admission at KNRUHS is also based on NEET UG 2026 followed by KNRUHS counselling. The university has released the 2026–27 MBBS/BDS prospectus and registration notification for the Competent Authority Quota.
Candidates must meet the NEET UG eligibility requirements, register with KNRUHS within the notified period, complete certificate verification and exercise web options during counselling.
KNRUHS PG Medical Admission 2026
KNRUHS conducts admission to postgraduate medical programmes such as MD and MS through the applicable national-level entrance examination and counselling process. Candidates seeking PG medical seats must satisfy the eligibility requirements prescribed for the relevant academic year and participate in KNRUHS counselling.
The university also conducts separate admission processes for PG dental, nursing, physiotherapy and other healthcare programmes. For example, KNRUHS issued separate admission notifications and counselling schedules for M.Sc Nursing and MPT during the 2025–26 admission cycle.
KNRUHS Application Process 2026
The KNRUHS application process varies according to the programme. For courses for which KNRUHS conducts online registration, candidates should follow the admission notification and prospectus released for that particular course.
For MBBS and BDS admission, the general process is:
- Qualify NEET UG 2026.
- Visit the official KNRUHS website and open the relevant admission notification.
- Read the MBBS/BDS prospectus and eligibility requirements carefully.
- Register online using the required personal and academic details.
- Enter NEET UG 2026 details and other required information.
- Upload the prescribed certificates and documents.
- Pay the applicable registration or processing fee.
- Submit the application within the notified deadline.
- Complete online or physical certificate verification, wherever applicable.
- Check the provisional/final merit list.
- Participate in KNRUHS web counselling.
- Exercise college and course preferences during the web-option window.
- Check the seat allotment result.
- Report to the allotted college within the specified deadline.
- Complete admission formalities and pay the applicable tuition and other fees.
For 2026–27 MBBS/BDS admissions, KNRUHS has specifically notified physical certificate verification and physical assessment for candidates under the PwD category.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready, subject to the requirements mentioned in the relevant prospectus:
- NEET UG/PG scorecard or rank card, as applicable
- NEET admit card
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate
- Degree certificate and marksheets for PG applicants
- Transfer certificate
- Study certificates, where applicable
- Category/community certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar or other valid identity proof
- Local/non-local status documents, where applicable
- Migration certificate, if required
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Other certificates specified in the KNRUHS prospectus
KNRUHS Counselling and Seat Allotment 2026
KNRUHS counselling is conducted through online registration, document verification, merit preparation, web-option entry and seat allotment, depending on the programme.
For MBBS and BDS, candidates who qualify NEET UG and meet the applicable Telangana eligibility requirements can participate in the KNRUHS counselling process for the relevant quota. Candidates are required to exercise web options for preferred colleges and courses. Seats are allotted based on merit, eligibility, reservation rules, available seats and the choices entered by candidates.
KNRUHS publishes separate notifications for different counselling stages, including first phase, subsequent phases, mop-up and stray-vacancy rounds whenever applicable. The university's notification records show multiple counselling stages for MBBS, BDS, M.Sc Nursing, MPT and other programmes.
Candidates should regularly check the official KNRUHS notification page because counselling schedules, vacant-seat lists, web-option windows and reporting deadlines can change.
KNRUHS Admission 2026: Key Points
- MBBS and BDS: NEET UG 2026 is the qualifying entrance examination.
- MD/MS: Admission is based on the applicable NEET PG process and KNRUHS counselling.
- MDS: Admission is through the applicable NEET MDS process and counselling.
- Nursing and allied health programmes: Selection criteria vary by programme and academic year.
- AYUSH programmes: Applicable courses follow the notified NEET-based admission and counselling process.
- Counselling: KNRUHS conducts web-based counselling and publishes merit lists, seat matrices and allotment lists as applicable.
- Quota: Separate notifications may be issued for Competent Authority and Management Quota admissions.
- Documents: Candidates must upload/produce the documents specified in the relevant prospectus.
- 2026–27 update: KNRUHS has already released the MBBS/BDS Competent Authority Quota prospectus and registration notification for 2026–27.
KNRUHS FAQs
What is the KNRUHS admission process for 2026?
KNRUHS admission depends on the programme. For MBBS and BDS, candidates must qualify NEET UG 2026 and participate in KNRUHS counselling. Other programmes may use NEET PG, NEET MDS, merit, university-level entrance tests or other prescribed selection methods.
Is NEET UG required for KNRUHS MBBS admission 2026?
Yes. Candidates seeking MBBS admission through KNRUHS must qualify NEET UG 2026 and meet the eligibility conditions specified in the applicable KNRUHS prospectus.
Is NEET UG required for BDS admission at KNRUHS?
Yes. BDS admission is based on NEET UG qualification followed by the applicable KNRUHS counselling process.
Has KNRUHS released the MBBS and BDS admission notification for 2026-27?
Yes. KNRUHS released the MBBS/BDS Competent Authority Quota prospectus and registration notification on August 4, 2026. The university subsequently issued notifications for physical certificate verification and PwD assessment.
What entrance exam is required for MD and MS admission through KNRUHS?
MD and MS admissions are conducted through the applicable NEET PG-based admission and counselling process, subject to the eligibility and regulations notified for the academic year.
What is the entrance exam for MDS admission through KNRUHS?
MDS admission is conducted through the applicable NEET MDS-based selection and counselling process, subject to KNRUHS and regulatory eligibility requirements.
Does KNRUHS conduct counselling for MBBS and BDS?
Yes. KNRUHS conducts the counselling and seat-allotment process for applicable MBBS and BDS seats affiliated with the university. Candidates must register, complete verification and exercise web options as instructed in the relevant notification.
How can I apply for KNRUHS admission 2026?
Candidates should visit the official KNRUHS website, select the notification for their course, read the prospectus, complete online registration, upload the required documents, pay the prescribed fee and participate in the subsequent counselling or selection process.
What documents are required for KNRUHS admission?
Documents generally include academic certificates, qualifying examination scorecard, identity proof, category certificate where applicable, photographs and other documents specified in the course-specific KNRUHS prospectus.
Does KNRUHS offer B.Sc Nursing admission?
Yes. KNRUHS conducts admission processes for B.Sc Nursing and other nursing programmes through the applicable admission notifications. The university also publishes separate counselling and seat-allotment notifications for nursing programmes.
Does KNRUHS offer M.Sc Nursing and MPT courses?
Yes. KNRUHS conducts admission processes for M.Sc Nursing and MPT courses. Separate registration, merit-list, seat-matrix and counselling notifications are issued for these programmes.
Can candidates apply directly to KNRUHS without an entrance exam?
It depends on the programme. Courses such as MBBS and BDS require the applicable national-level entrance qualification, while other programmes may have merit-based or university-prescribed selection criteria. Candidates should check the notification for their specific course.
Where can I check the latest KNRUHS admission notifications?
Candidates should check the official KNRUHS admission notification section regularly for prospectuses, registration notices, merit lists, seat matrices, web-option schedules and allotment results.