Telangana NEET PG Counselling 2026: Eligibility, Process, Fees & Seat Matrix

Last updated: August 2026 | Reviewed by the Admission Zone Counselling Team

Telangana NEET PG Counselling 2026 is the online admission process conducted by KNRUHS for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses in Telangana. Eligible NEET PG qualified candidates can register online, upload documents, participate in choice filling, and secure seats through merit-based counselling.

Quick Answer: Telangana NEET PG Counselling 2026 at a Glance

• Counselling authority: Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal
• Courses covered: MD, MS, and PG Diploma seats in government, private, and management quota colleges
• Rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round
• Quota types: State/Competent Authority Quota and Management Quota (counselled separately by KNRUHS)
• Core eligibility: NEET PG qualifying percentile, completed MBBS with internship, and valid state medical registration
• Scope of this page: registration, schedule, rounds, fees, seat matrix, cutoff, and documents for the counselling process itself — for a detailed college-wise and fee comparison, see our MD/MS Admission in Telangana guide.

Telangana NEET PG Counselling Step-by-Step Process

The Telangana NEET PG counselling process is conducted online by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS). Candidates must complete registration, upload documents, undergo verification, check the merit list, fill and lock their preferred college choices, download the seat allotment result, and report to the allotted institute within the specified timeline. Following each counselling step carefully helps candidates secure admission without missing important deadlines.

Counselling Authority in Telangana: Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) conducts Telangana NEET PG counselling, including registration, merit list publication, seat allotment, and admission for MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses.

How Many Counselling Rounds

Telangana NEET PG counselling may include Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, Additional Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy phases, depending on seat availability and KNRUHS notifications.

• Round 1 – The first and largest round, open to all registered and verified candidates.

• Round 2 – For candidates who didn’t get a seat in Round 1, or who want to exercise an upgrade/exit option based on available vacancies.

• Mop-Up Round – Conducted after Round 2 to fill seats vacated due to non-joining or upgrades, usually with fresh choice filling.

• Stray Vacancy Round – The final round, filling any remaining seats, often with relaxed eligibility for reporting in person.

Important points to remember: candidates who do not participate in Round 1 of the state quota counselling may become ineligible for subsequent rounds, subject to the official counselling rules. This applies across both the competent authority (state) quota and the Telangana NEET PG counselling management quota streams, which are counselled somewhat separately by KNRUHS.

Telangana NEET PG Counselling 2026 Schedule (Tentative)

KNRUHS releases the official Telangana NEET PG counselling schedule after NEET PG 2026 results and the seat matrix are finalised. The stage-wise sequence generally stays the same each year, though exact dates shift; use this table to understand the flow, and always cross-check live dates on the official KNRUHS counselling portal.

Counselling Stage	What Happens
Online Registration & Fee Payment	Create your account on the KNRUHS counselling portal, fill the application form, and pay the registration/processing fee.
Document Upload	Upload scanned NEET PG scorecard, MBBS/internship certificates, medical registration, and category/domicile proofs.
Document Verification	KNRUHS verifies uploaded documents and confirms eligibility for choice filling.
Merit List / Rank List	State merit list is published based on NEET PG rank, category, and verified eligibility.
Choice Filling & Locking	Candidates arrange preferred colleges and courses in order of preference and lock their choices online.
Round 1 Seat Allotment & Reporting	Seats are allotted based on rank, category, and locked choices; candidates download the allotment order and report to the allotted college.
Round 2 & Mop-Up Round	Fresh choice filling for vacant seats; candidates can upgrade, exit, or receive a fresh allotment in these rounds.
Stray Vacancy Round	Final round for any remaining seats, often conducted with relaxed eligibility and mandatory in-person reporting.

Telangana NEET PG Counselling Registration Fee 2026

Registration fees for PG medical seats in Telangana are notified fresh each year and vary by category and quota type. Based on recent counselling cycles, candidates can expect a structure broadly along these lines (always confirm the exact figures in the current year’s official prospectus, since amounts have changed year to year):

• OC/BC category (State/Competent Authority Quota): Processing fee typically in the ₹10,000–₹15,000 range.

• SC/ST category: A reduced fee, generally a few thousand rupees lower than the OC/BC slab.

• University confirmation fee: A separate, non-refundable fee (around ₹12,000 in recent cycles) charged once a seat is allotted and accepted.

• Management Quota: Colleges may levy an additional registration or verification fee alongside the KNRUHS processing fee.

Since these figures are revised annually and sometimes mid-cycle, the safest approach is to check the latest KNRUHS notification before making any payment – never rely solely on last year’s numbers.

Telangana NEET PG Seat Matrix 2025: Latest Available Reference

To participate in Telangana NEET PG Counselling, candidates must qualify the NEET PG exam, complete their MBBS degree and compulsory internship, hold a valid medical registration, and meet the Seat Matrix eligibility rules set by the counselling authority. Candidates should also satisfy the required domicile or local status criteria, wherever applicable.

Telangana NEET PG Qualifying Cutoff 2026

The Telangana NEET PG Counselling 2026 Expected Cutoff is the minimum qualifying percentile and estimated cutoff score required to participate in MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB admissions through KNRUHS counselling. The cutoff varies by category and is announced by the National Board of Examinations (NBEMS). Candidates who meet the required qualifying percentile become eligible for Telangana NEET PG counselling.

Telangana NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Before proceeding with choice filling, make sure you tick every box on the eligibility criteria list. KNRUHS is strict about verification, and even a small mismatch in documents can cost you a round.

To be eligible for Telangana NEET PG counselling, you generally need to meet the following conditions:

• NEET PG qualification: You must have qualified NEET PG for the relevant academic year and cleared the minimum percentile cut off set by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS).

• Recognised MBBS degree: A valid MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate from a college recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

• Completed internship: You must have completed (or be about to complete, as per the notified cut off date) your compulsory rotating internship.

• State Medical Council registration: A valid permanent or provisional registration with the Telangana State Medical Council (or equivalent state council) is mandatory before joining.

• Domicile requirement for State Quota: Telangana local/non-local eligibility varies by seat category and the current KNRUHS prospectus. Candidates should check the applicable local-status, domicile, and quota conditions before registration.

• Age and category certificates: Category certificates (SC/ST/BC/EWS/PH) must be issued by competent authorities and valid as per the current academic year.

If you’re applying under the Telangana NEET PG counselling management quota, the eligibility broadly stays the same, but private colleges may ask for additional undertakings or affidavits at the time of document verification – so it’s candidates should check each college’s specific requirements before locking your choices.

Top PG Medical Colleges in Telangana

Telangana is home to several well-established government and private medical colleges offering MD/MS and diploma seats. Some of the most sought-after names year after year include:

• Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad

• Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad

• Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal

• Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, Narketpally

• Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar

• Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad

• Niloufer Hospital for Women and Children, Hyderabad

Government colleges generally have lower fees and higher demand, so cut offs for clinical branches like General Medicine, General Surgery, and Radiology tend to be steep. Private colleges under management quota offer more seats but at a significantly higher annual fee, so candidates should carefully compare tuition fees, stipend, infrastructure, clinical exposure, and college reputation before exercising choices.

Looking specifically for college-wise fee structure, course-wise seats, and a government-vs-private comparison? That level of detail lives on our MD/MS Admission in Telangana page — this page focuses on the KNRUHS counselling process itself: registration, schedule, rounds, and documentation.

Telangana NEET Counselling Documents Required

Document verification is where many otherwise-strong candidates face document verification issues, usually because of an expired certificate or a mismatched name. Keep original documents along with self-attested photocopies of the following ready well before registration opens:

• NEET PG 2026 admit card and scorecard

• MBBS degree certificate or provisional pass certificate

• Internship completion certificate

• Permanent/provisional registration certificate from the Medical Council

• 10th and 12th mark sheets (for local/domicile verification)

• Study certificates from Class 6 to Class 12 (for state quota claimants)

• Transfer certificate and conduct certificate

• Category certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS), if applicable

• PH/disability certificate, if applicable

• Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs

• Valid ID proof for signature and photo verification

Uploading the wrong version of a certificate – say, a provisional MBBS certificate when the final one is required – is one of the most common reasons for rejection at the verification stage, so double-check formats and file sizes before submitting.

Applying to more than one state? Compare eligibility, documents, and process across our  UP NEET PG Counselling, Gujarat PG Counselling, Karnataka NEET PG, Tamil Nadu NEET PG Counselling, MP NEET PG Counselling, Haryana NEET PG Counselling, Bihar NEET PG Counselling, WB NEET Counselling, Punjab NEET PG Counselling, Kerala PG Counselling, Uttarakhand PG Counselling, Andhra NEET PG Counselling, Odisha NEET PG, Jharkhand NEET PG Counselling, and Chhattisgarh NEET Counselling,  before registration.

NEET PG Institutes Stipend

Stipend is often an underrated factor when choosing a PG seat – it directly affects your monthly finances during three demanding years of residency. Here’s the stipend structure at a few well-known Telangana institutes:

S. No.	Institute	Stipend (₹)
1	Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, Narketpally	55,000
2	Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar	58,289
3	Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad	58,289
4	Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal	58,289
5	Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad	58,289

Stipend amounts are usually revised periodically by the government, so treat this as an indicative figure and confirm the current rate directly with the respective institute or the KNRUHS prospectus before joining.

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