Telangana NEET UG 2026
State Counselling Guide
65 MBBS colleges · 35 govt + 27 private + 2 deemed + 1 AIIMS · 5 BC + 3 SC sub-types · Phase-based counselling
Telangana has 65 MBBS colleges (35 government, 27 private). Domicile candidates get 85% of government seats + 100% of private seats. Non-domicile access: AIQ seats only (15% of govt via MCC). Government fee: ₹0.1L–₹0.6L/yr. Private fee: ₹12.3L–₹14.7L/yr. Bond: No compulsory UG service bond. Source: KNRUHS 2025 counselling data, verified by Formity.
KNRUHS. B1 (15%): all-India open. B2 (85%): TS local. OU Local zone for some colleges.
NTA NEET UG 2025 qualifying marks: 144 marks (General/EWS · 50th percentile) · 113 marks (OBC/SC/ST · 40th percentile). Ranks above are for candidates who have cleared this threshold.
Source: NTA NEET (UG) 2025 Press Release · 14 June 2025 · Updated 26 May 2026 · NEET UG 2026 cycle
Why Telangana is Different
Why Telangana is Different
Four things make Telangana counselling unlike any other state.
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Eligibility Rules
Eligibility Rules
Who can apply for Telangana CQ seats. Verified from the KNRUHS 2025-26 Prospectus.
Minimum Science Marks + NEET Cutoff Scores
| Category | Min Science % | NEET Percentile | NEET Score (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OC (General) + EWS | 50% | 50th Percentile | 144 |
| BC / SC / ST | 40% | 40th Percentile | 113 |
| OC-PWD | 45% | 45th Percentile | 127 |
Science marks = Physics + Chemistry + Biology aggregate in Intermediate / 10+2. BC/SC/ST categories get a lower threshold. These are minimum qualifying requirements, not counselling cutoffs.
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Category Codes Decoded
Category Codes Decoded
Every category code used in Telangana counselling, explained. Know which pool you compete in.
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Seat Structure
Seat Structure
How 65 colleges and their seats are distributed across counselling authorities.
Seat Split at Private Colleges
| College | Total | CQ (Cat-A) | MQ (Cat-B) | MQ All-India (B1) | MQ Local (B2) | NRI (Cat-C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Father Colombo Institute of Medical Sciences, Warangal | 150 | 75 | 52 | 8 | 44 | 23 |
Cat-A (50%) = Convener Quota at ₹60K/yr. Cat-B (35%) = Management Quota at ₹11-13L/yr, split into B1 (15% of B, open to all India) and B2 (85% of B, local). Cat-C (15%) = NRI at ₹23-26L/yr.
Outside KNRUHS Counselling
Malla Reddy Institute of Medical Sciences (Women), Hyderabad: ₹20L/yr via MCC deemed counselling.
These are NOT under KNRUHS. Separate MCC process, open to all India.
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Fee Structure
Fee Structure
The same private college can charge ₹60K (CQ) or ₹13L (MQ) for the same MBBS seat. Seat type determines fee.
| Seat Type | Fee Per Year | Who Pays This | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government CQ | ₹14,000–25,000 | Telangana domicile, merit-based | Older colleges slightly higher. New GMCs at ₹14K |
| Private CQ (Cat-A) | ₹60,000 | Telangana domicile, merit via KNRUHS | Regulated fee. Same across all 27 private colleges |
| Private MQ (Cat-B) | ₹11.5–13L | B1: all India. B2: TS local | College-specific. 19–22x the CQ fee |
| Private NRI (Cat-C) | ₹23–26L | NRI / NRI ward / OCI / PIO | 2x the MQ fee. NRI sponsor required |
| Deemed (MCC) | ₹20.5–21.5L | All India (via MCC counselling) | Malla Reddy group. Not through KNRUHS |
Tuition fee as per G.O.Ms.No.106, HM&FW (C1) Dept., dated 28.07.2023. Private CQ fee of ₹60,000 is uniform across all private colleges under KNRUHS counselling. University fee of ₹12,000 + registration fee of ₹4,000/₹3,200 are additional.
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Non-Domicile Access
Non-Domicile Access
Not from Telangana? Here are your actual options for MBBS in the state.
Non-domicile access in Telangana is limited compared to states like Karnataka (which has OPN seats open to all India). The main non-domicile pathway is Management Quota B1 at private colleges — a small number of seats at high fees.
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Closing Rank Ranges
Closing Rank Ranges
Phase 1 OPEN category closing ranks from KNRUHS data. Sorted by competitiveness.
Government Colleges
Phase 1 OPEN closing ranks. Lower rank = more competitive.
| Government College | P1 OPEN Closing | Allotted | Fee/yr | Seats |
|---|
Phase 1 OPEN = first phase allotment, open category (no reservation). All ranks are NEET UG All India Ranks. Phase 2 brings additional seats as MCC AIQ students exit. Detailed category-wise data (BCA, BCB, SC-I/II/III etc.) available for Formity Complete users.
Private Colleges (Convener Quota)
Phase 1 OPEN closing ranks for CQ seats at ₹60,000/yr. MQ is separate.
| Private College | P1 OPEN Closing | Allotted | CQ Fee/yr | MQ Fee/yr |
|---|
CQ = Convener Quota (Cat-A, regulated fee). MQ = Management Quota (Cat-B, college-determined fee). Same college, vastly different fees. CQ requires Telangana domicile. MQ B1 is open to all India.
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BC Sub-Type Comparison
BC Sub-Type Comparison
The unique Telangana insight: how the 5 BC sub-types compare in closing ranks. Phase 2 state-level data.
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Deposits & Bond
Deposits & Bond
Financial commitments and service obligations for Telangana MBBS graduates.
All amounts verified from KNRUHS 2025-26 Prospectus. Tuition fee as per G.O.Ms.No.106 dated 28.07.2023. Affidavit on Rs 100 non-judicial stamp paper required from parent + candidate at time of admission.
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What actually happened in Telangana UG 2025
What actually happened in Telangana UG 2025
Real patterns from the allotment data. Not projections — what students actually did.
BCD (BC Muslim) has tight closing — competitive within its sub-type
BCE (Nomadic) has the tightest closing among BC types at govt level
BCB (Padmashali etc.) is the widest BC sub-type — most seats available
BCC has the fewest seats () — smallest sub-type
This is why round strategy matters. If you got a private CQ seat in Phase 1 but wanted government, Phase 2 might open that government seat. But you need to know the data to make the hold/release decision.
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Reservation Structure
Reservation Structure
Vertical + horizontal reservations from the 2025-26 prospectus. SC sub-groups are new this year.
Vertical Reservations (Social)
| Category | % | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SC Group I | 1% | New from 2025-26. Per G.O.Ms.No.10 dated 14.04.2025 |
| SC Group II | 9% | Largest SC sub-group. New rationalization from 2025-26 |
| SC Group III | 5% | New from 2025-26. Total SC = 15% |
| ST | 10% | Per G.O.Ms.No.33, Tribal Welfare, dated 30.09.2022 |
| BCA | 7% | Part of 29% total BC reservation |
| BCB | 10% | Largest BC sub-type |
| BCC | 1% | Smallest BC sub-type (Christians converted from SC) |
| BCD | 7% | Backward Class Muslims (Dudekula, Laddaf, Shaik etc.) |
| BCE | 4% | Nomadic / semi-nomadic tribes. Total BC = 29% |
| EWS | 10% | Only at 7 govt medical colleges with NMC-sanctioned EWS seats. Not available at private colleges |
Horizontal Reservations (Special Categories)
| Category | % | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 33.33% | Guaranteed in each category. Not applicable if women already fill 33.33%+ on merit |
| PWD | 5% | Persons with Disabilities. Must appear before KNRUHS Medical Board for assessment. MCI/NMC guidelines followed |
| CAP (Army) | 1% | Children of Armed Personnel. Certificate required |
| PMC | 0.25% | Police Martyrs' Children |
| Anglo Indian | Minority certificate from MRO, verified by Secretary, Minority Welfare Dept |
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Special Quotas, NCC & Documents
Special Quotas, NCC & Documents
NCC grace marks, Singareni quota, Muslim minority rules, and the full document checklist from the brochure.
NCC Grace Marks
| NCC Achievement | Grace Marks | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Republic Day Camp (RDC) participation | 7% of NEET score | Certificate obtained before qualifying exam (Intermediate) |
| Thal Sainik / Vayu Sainik / Nau Sainik Camp | 5% of NEET score | TSC / VSC / NSC participation certificate |
| NCC 'B' Certificate | 3% of NEET score | Must be obtained before Intermediate exam |
Grace marks are added to NEET score for state merit list. Verified by Director, NCC Telangana officers at KNRUHS verification centre. Their decision is final.
Singareni Collieries Quota
Document Checklist
All documents must be uploaded as PDF (max 500KB each, except NCC 1500KB and CAP 1000KB). Photo + signature as JPG/JPEG (max 100KB).
| # | Document | Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NEET UG 2025 Rank Card | Mandatory |
| 2 | Birth Certificate (SSC Marks Memo) | Mandatory |
| 3 | Intermediate Marks Memo (grade certificate NOT accepted) | Mandatory |
| 4 | Study Certificates: Class 9 to 10 (single PDF if multiple) | Mandatory |
| 5 | Study Certificates: Intermediate 2 years (single PDF if multiple) | Mandatory |
| 6 | Transfer Certificate | If applicable |
| 7 | Latest Caste Certificate (Integrated Community Certificate with father's name) | BC/SC/ST only |
| 8 | Minority Certificate (Muslim only) | If claiming minority |
| 9 | EWS Certificate for 2025-26 from Tahsildar | If claiming EWS |
| 10 | Latest Parental Income Certificate | If claiming fee exemption |
| 11 | NCC Certificate(s) (single PDF, max 1500KB) | If claiming NCC grace marks |
| 12 | CAP Certificate(s) (single PDF, max 1000KB) | If claiming CAP |
| 13 | PMC Certificate | Police Martyrs' Children |
| 14 | Anglo Indian Certificate | If applicable |
| 15 | Residence Certificate (4 years) — for candidates who did NOT study in any institution | If applicable |
| 16 | Aadhaar Card | Mandatory |
| 17 | Passport-size Photo (JPG/JPEG, max 100KB) | Mandatory |
| 18 | Specimen Signature (JPG/JPEG, max 100KB) | Mandatory |
Use desktops/laptops only for application — mobiles/tabs/iPads are not recommended. Keep registered mobile active throughout counselling. Application can be edited multiple times before verification starts. Affidavit on Rs 100 non-judicial stamp paper required at time of college joining.
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Counselling Timeline
Counselling Timeline
Typical KNRUHS counselling schedule. Exact dates announced after NEET UG results.
| Event | Typical Window | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NEET UG Results | June | NTA announces results. Score + AIR published |
| KNRUHS Notification | 15 July 2025 | Official notification for online registration issued |
| Online Application Window | 16 Jul (8 AM) – 25 Jul (6 PM) | Apply at tsmedadm.tsche.in. Upload all certificates online. Fee: ₹4,000 OC/BC, ₹3,200 SC/ST (non-refundable) |
| Online Certificate Verification | After application window | Uploaded certificates verified by university + departmental officials. One-time verification for all phases. No individual communication |
| Provisional Merit List | To be notified | Published on KNRUHS website after certificate verification. Check website regularly |
| Phase 1 Allotment | August–September | First allotment based on merit + preferences. Report to college within deadline |
| Phase 1 Reporting | Within 3–5 days of allotment | Join allotted college or forfeit seat. Deposit required |
| Phase 2 Allotment | September–October | Vacated seats (from MCC AIQ exits) redistributed. Wider rank acceptance |
| Phase 2 Reporting | Within 3–5 days of allotment | Final joining. After this, cancellation has severe penalties |
| Mop-up / Stray | October–November | Remaining vacant seats. Limited options. Last chance |
Timeline is approximate and based on previous year patterns. KNRUHS announces exact dates on their official website. MCC AIQ counselling runs in parallel, which is why Phase 2 has additional seats from AIQ exits.
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Detailed information
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Source: NTA NEET (UG) 2025 Press Release · 14 June 2025 · Updated 26 May 2026 · NEET UG 2026 cycle