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Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration has reopened for MBBS and BDS admissions under Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana. Candidates who did not register during the earlier application window can complete the online registration through the official counselling portal. The reopened registration window is available from August 18, 2026, 2:00 PM to August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM. Candidates who have already completed registration do not need to apply again.Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 is conducted for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in government and private medical and dental colleges in the state. Admission is based on NEET UG 2026 merit, eligibility, applicable reservation rules, seat availability and candidate preferences.
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration has reopened from August 18 to August 20, 2026.
- The registration window closes at 6:00 PM on August 20, 2026.
- Candidates who have already registered do not need to register again.
- The counselling process is conducted by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana.
- Registration is completed online through the designated TSMEdADM counselling portal.
- Eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates can apply for admission to MBBS and BDS colleges participating in Telangana state counselling.
- The counselling process includes registration, merit list publication, web options/choice filling, seat allotment and reporting to the allotted college.
Table of Contents
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Highlights
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Dates
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling Process 2026
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration Fee
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Merit List
- Documents Required for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Reservation Policy
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Seat Matrix
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Cutoff
- Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 FAQs
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Counselling Name | Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana |
| Courses Offered | MBBS and BDS |
| Admission Basis | NEET UG 2026 |
| Counselling Mode | Online |
| Registration Status | Reopened |
| Reopened Registration Dates | August 18, 2026, 2:00 PM to August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Official Counselling Portal | TSMEdADM |
| Official University Website | KNRUHS, Telangana |
| Counselling Process | Registration, merit list, web options, seat allotment and reporting |
| Counselling Rounds | As notified by KNRUHS |
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Dates
The Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration window has been reopened for candidates who missed the earlier application period. The earlier registration process began on August 5, 2026, and closed on August 12, 2026. KNRUHS has now reopened the application facility from August 18 to August 20, 2026.
| Event | Date/Status |
| Earlier Registration Start Date | August 5, 2026 |
| Earlier Registration Last Date | August 12, 2026 |
| Registration Reopens | August 18, 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Reopened Registration Last Date | August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Merit List | To be announced |
| Web Options/Choice Filling | To be announced |
| Seat Allotment | To be announced |
| Reporting to Allotted College | To be announced |
The dates for the subsequent Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 stages will be announced separately by KNRUHS. Candidates should check the official counselling portal for revised notices and schedules.
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the eligibility conditions prescribed by KNRUHS for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026. The basic eligibility requirements for MBBS and BDS admission are given below.
| Eligibility Criteria | Requirements |
| Qualifying Exam | Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 and secured the prescribed qualifying percentile |
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed Class 12/equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English |
| General Category PCB Marks | Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB |
| General-PwD Category | Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB |
| SC/ST/OBC Categories | Minimum 40% aggregate in PCB |
| Minimum Age | Must have completed 17 years of age by December 31, 2026 |
| Upper Age Limit | No upper age limit as per applicable regulations |
| Nationality | Indian nationals and other eligible categories as prescribed for counselling |
| Local/Domicile Eligibility | Applicable Telangana local area and domicile rules will apply for relevant seats |
| NEET Qualification | Mandatory for participation in MBBS/BDS counselling |
Telangana NEET UG Counselling Process 2026
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 involves online registration, submission of required documents, merit list publication, exercising web options, seat allotment and reporting to the allotted college. Candidates must complete each stage within the timeline announced by KNRUHS.
| Stage | Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Process |
| Stage 1: Online Registration | Visit the official TSMEdADM portal and register using the required NEET UG 2026 details. Enter personal and academic information and complete the online application process. |
| Stage 2: Upload Documents | Upload the required certificates and documents in the prescribed format, including NEET UG, academic and category/local status documents, wherever applicable. |
| Stage 3: Merit List | KNRUHS will publish the merit list of eligible candidates based on the applications and documents submitted. The merit list may be released as per the procedure notified by the university. |
| Stage 4: Web Options/Choice Filling | Eligible candidates will exercise web options for their preferred MBBS/BDS colleges and courses according to the notified schedule. |
| Stage 5: Seat Allotment | Seats will be allotted based on NEET UG merit, eligibility, applicable category/quota, preferences and availability of seats. |
| Stage 6: Download Allotment Letter | Candidates allotted a seat must download the allotment details from the counselling portal. |
| Stage 7: Reporting and Admission | Candidates must report to the allotted college within the prescribed period and complete document verification and admission formalities. |
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration Fee
Candidates must pay the prescribed application/registration fee while completing Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration. As per the available 2026 registration information, the fee is INR 4,000 for OC and BC candidates and INR 3,200 for SC and ST candidates.
| Category | Registration Fee |
| OC/BC | INR 4,000 |
| SC/ST | INR 3,200 |
Candidates should note that the applicable payment and refund conditions will be governed by the KNRUHS counselling notification.
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Merit List
KNRUHS will publish the Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 merit list after examining the registrations and documents submitted by candidates. The merit list will determine the candidates eligible to proceed with the subsequent counselling stages, including web options and seat allotment.
Candidates should check their name, NEET UG details, category and merit/eligibility status after the list is released. The merit list process for the 2026 counselling cycle is expected to include the publication of provisional and final lists, as applicable.
Documents Required for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026
| Document | Purpose/Applicability |
| NEET UG 2026 Scorecard | Mandatory for counselling and admission |
| NEET UG 2026 Admit Card | Required wherever applicable |
| SSC/Class 10 Marks Memo or Birth Certificate | Proof of date of birth |
| Intermediate/10+2 Marks Memo or Equivalent Certificate | Proof of qualifying examination |
| Study Certificates | Required as applicable |
| Transfer Certificate | Required at the time of admission, as applicable |
| Aadhaar Card or Other Valid ID Proof | Identity verification |
| Recent Photograph and Signature | Required for online registration |
| Community Certificate | For candidates claiming SC/ST/BC reservation |
| Minority Certificate | For eligible minority category candidates |
| EWS Certificate | For candidates claiming EWS reservation |
| NCC Certificate | For candidates claiming NCC quota/benefits |
| CAP Certificate | For candidates claiming CAP category benefits |
| PwD Certificate | For eligible Persons with Disabilities candidates |
| NRI-related Documents | For candidates applying under the NRI category |
| Local Status/Residence Documents | For candidates claiming eligibility under applicable Telangana local area or residence rules |
| Other Category Certificates | Required for candidates claiming any other applicable reservation or special category |
The exact document requirements may vary according to the category and quota claimed by the candidate.
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Reservation Policy
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 admissions will follow the reservation rules applicable to the respective counselling category and quota. The existing article's reservation structure can be retained until KNRUHS publishes an updated 2026 category-wise reservation notification.
| Reservation Type | Category | Reservation % |
| Social Reservation | SC | 15% |
| Social Reservation | ST | 10% |
| Social Reservation | EWS | 10% |
| Backward Classes | BC-A | 7% |
| Backward Classes | BC-B | 10% |
| Backward Classes | BC-C | 1% |
| Backward Classes | BC-D | 7% |
| Backward Classes | BC-E | 4% |
| Horizontal Reservation | Women Candidates | 33.33% |
| Special Category | CAP | 1% |
| Special Category | NCC | 1% |
| Special Category | Persons with Disabilities | 5% |
| Special Category | Police Martyrs Children | 0.25% |
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Seat Matrix
The official Telangana NEET UG 2026-27 seat matrix is yet to be released by KNRUHS. The university has confirmed that the college-wise MBBS and BDS seat matrix will be published before the web options process. The final matrix will show the number of seats available across participating government and private medical and dental colleges under the applicable quotas.
| Course | 2026-27 Seat Matrix Status |
| MBBS | To be released by KNRUHS before web options |
| BDS | To be released by KNRUHS before web options |
| Government Medical Colleges | College-wise seats to be notified |
| Private Medical Colleges | Quota-wise seats to be notified |
| Government Dental Colleges | College-wise seats to be notified |
| Private Dental Colleges | Quota-wise seats to be notified |
Important: KNRUHS has issued the 2026-27 Competent Authority Quota and Management Quota admission notifications, but the latest official Management Quota prospectus says the exact seat matrix will be notified separately. The university's notification page currently shows the latest MBBS/BDS registration and reopening notices, while the 2026 seat matrix is not listed among the latest published MBBS/BDS documents.
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 Cutoff
Candidates must meet the NEET UG 2026 minimum qualifying cutoff to be eligible for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026. As displayed on the official Telangana MBBS/BDS admission portal, the qualifying cutoff differs according to the candidate's category.
- Meeting the prescribed NEET UG 2026 qualifying cutoff makes candidates eligible to participate in Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026, subject to other KNRUHS eligibility requirements.
- The qualifying cutoff is different from the college admission cutoff.
- Final closing marks and ranks for MBBS and BDS colleges will vary based on
- NEET UG merit
- Candidate category
- Applicable quota
- College and course preferences
- Availability of seats
| Category | Qualifying Criteria | NEET UG 2026 Cutoff Marks |
| General Category | 50th Percentile | 213 |
| SC/ST/BC | 40th Percentile | 177 |
| Persons with Disability (OC) | 45th Percentile | 194 |
Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 FAQs
Has Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration reopened?
Yes, Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration has reopened. Candidates who missed the earlier registration window can apply from August 18, 2026, 2:00 PM to August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM. Candidates who have already registered do not need to apply again.
What is the last date for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration?
The reopened registration window closes on August 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Eligible candidates who have not registered earlier should complete the application before the deadline.
Where can I register for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Candidates can register through the official https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/ counselling portal. They need to enter their NEET UG 2026 details, complete the online application and upload the required documents.
Do candidates who already registered need to apply again?
No. Candidates who completed Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration during the earlier application window do not need to register again during the reopened registration period.
What is the registration fee for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026?
The registration fee is INR 4,000 for OC/BC candidates and INR 3,200 for SC/ST candidates, as per the available 2026 registration information.
When will the Telangana NEET UG 2026 merit list be released?
KNRUHS will announce the merit list schedule after the registration process. The merit list will be prepared based on eligible registrations and the documents submitted by candidates.
What is the Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026 process?
The counselling process includes online registration, document submission, merit list publication, web options/choice filling, seat allotment and reporting to the allotted college. Candidates must complete every stage according to the schedule announced by KNRUHS.
How many MBBS seats are available in Telangana?
The detailed Telangana NEET UG 2026 seat matrix in this article lists the participating MBBS colleges and their available seats. Candidates should check the official college-wise and quota-wise matrix before exercising web options.
What documents are required for Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Key documents include the NEET UG 2026 Scorecard, Class 10/SSC proof, Intermediate/10+2 Marks Memo, study and transfer certificates, category certificates and applicable special-category documents. Additional documents may be required depending on the quota or category claimed.
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