KNRUHS Telangana NEET PG 2026: PWD Category Eligibility Lists Released

Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana, has published three separate lists for candidates claiming Persons with Disability (PWD) reservation under the Competent Authority Quota for medical postgraduate degree and diploma admissions in the 2026-27 academic year. The lists show which PWD candidates are eligible to proceed to counselling, which are ineligible and why, and which eligible candidates did not appear for the verification process. This is a critical document — if your name appears on the ineligible or absent list, you must understand why and what your next steps are before counselling begins.

What is this notice and why it matters

This is an official eligibility verification list issued by KNRUHS, the state health university for Telangana. It applies to candidates who have claimed Persons with Disability (PWD) reservation under the Competent Authority Quota — the seats that Telangana fills through its own counselling process, separate from the national NEET-PG counselling run by MCC.

The notice contains three separate lists: (1) eligible candidates who have been verified and can proceed to counselling, (2) ineligible candidates whose PWD claim has been rejected or who do not meet eligibility criteria, and (3) candidates who were eligible but did not attend the verification appointment. Your name must appear on the eligible list to be considered for a PWD-reserved seat in Telangana medical PG counselling.

This is not a merit list or allotment — it is a pre-counselling verification step. Being on the eligible list means you have cleared the PWD verification and can now participate in Telangana's Competent Authority Quota counselling. The actual seat allotment will happen later, based on your rank, choices and the available seats.

The three lists explained

**List 1: Eligible Candidates Under PWD Category** — This list contains 13 candidates whose PWD claim has been verified and accepted. These candidates are cleared to participate in Telangana's Competent Authority Quota counselling. Their roll number, NEET-PG rank, score, name, gender, category code and any special remarks are shown. If your name is here, you are eligible.

**List 2: Ineligible Candidates Under PWD Category** — This list contains 1 candidate (Komma Chandana, Roll No 26661219392, rank 65547, score 372) whose PWD claim has been rejected. The notice does not specify the reason for ineligibility in this document, but common reasons include: PWD certificate not valid, disability percentage below the required threshold, or disability not recognised under the relevant rules. If your name is here, you must contact KNRUHS immediately to understand why and whether you can appeal.

**List 3: Candidates Absent for PWD Category** — This list contains 3 candidates who were eligible but did not appear for the PWD verification appointment. These candidates are: Vemuganti Sai Sushma (rank 10291, score 506), Naraparaju Sravya (rank 31658, score 443), and Komma Nagananda Rao (rank 119362, score 282). If your name is here, you have missed the verification window and may lose your PWD reservation unless KNRUHS allows a late verification or appeal.

Eligible candidates — what you need to know

If your name appears on the eligible list, you have successfully cleared PWD verification and are cleared to participate in Telangana's Competent Authority Quota counselling. The list shows your roll number, NEET-PG rank, score, name, gender, category code (OC, BCA, BCD, BCE, SC3, ST), and any remarks.

**Important: Check the 'Remarks' column carefully.** One candidate, Tummaluru Jayanthi Reddy (rank 11941, score 500), has a remark: 'ONLY ELIGIBLE FOR NON SURGICAL SPECIALITIES'. This means this candidate cannot choose surgical specialities (like Surgery, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, etc.) and can only apply for medical specialities (like Medicine, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, etc.). If you have a similar remark, you must follow this restriction during counselling or your choice will be rejected.

The category codes shown (OC = Open Category, BCA/BCD/BCE = Backward Caste A/D/E, SC3 = Scheduled Caste, ST = Scheduled Tribe) indicate your caste-based reservation category. Some candidates also show 'MSM' (Minority Status Muslim) in the 'MIN' column, which indicates additional minority status. These codes determine which seats you are eligible for during counselling.

• Check your name, roll number and rank carefully — if any detail is wrong, contact KNRUHS immediately.
• Note any remarks in the 'Remarks' column — these are restrictions on your speciality choices.
• Verify your category code (OC, BCA, BCD, BCE, SC3, ST) — this determines which seats you can apply for.
• If you see 'MSM' in the MIN column, you have minority status in addition to your caste category.

Ineligible candidates — what it means and what to do

If your name appears on the ineligible list, your PWD claim has been rejected and you will NOT be eligible for PWD-reserved seats in Telangana's Competent Authority Quota counselling. The notice does not provide detailed reasons for ineligibility in this document, but common reasons include: (1) PWD certificate is not valid or has expired, (2) disability percentage is below the minimum required (usually 40%), (3) the disability is not recognised under the relevant rules, (4) the certificate was issued by a non-competent authority, or (5) the candidate does not meet other eligibility criteria.

**What to do:** Contact KNRUHS immediately — do not wait. Request a detailed explanation of why you were marked ineligible. Ask whether you can submit additional documents, appeal the decision, or undergo re-verification. Some universities allow appeals within a specified period. If you believe the rejection is wrong, gather your PWD certificate, medical reports and any other supporting documents and submit an appeal to KNRUHS with a covering letter explaining why you believe you should be eligible.

**Important:** Even if you are ineligible for PWD quota, you may still be eligible to participate in the general (non-PWD) counselling if you meet the basic NEET-PG eligibility criteria. Check with KNRUHS whether you can participate in the general Competent Authority Quota counselling.

• Contact KNRUHS immediately to understand the reason for ineligibility.
• Request a detailed explanation and ask if you can appeal or re-verify.
• Gather your PWD certificate, medical reports and supporting documents.
• Submit an appeal if you believe the rejection is incorrect.
• Check whether you can participate in general (non-PWD) counselling instead.

Absent candidates — what happens next

If your name appears on the absent list, you were eligible for PWD verification but did not attend the appointment. The notice lists three such candidates: Vemuganti Sai Sushma (rank 10291, score 506), Naraparaju Sravya (rank 31658, score 443), and Komma Nagananda Rao (rank 119362, score 282). Being absent means you have not completed the PWD verification process and your PWD reservation status is now uncertain.

**What to do:** Contact KNRUHS immediately to find out: (1) whether there is a second chance to verify, (2) whether you can submit documents by post or email, (3) what the deadline is for late verification, and (4) what happens to your PWD reservation if you do not verify. Some universities allow late verification with a valid reason (medical emergency, travel, etc.), while others may cancel your PWD claim if you miss the deadline.

**Do not assume you have lost your PWD reservation.** Act quickly — contact KNRUHS by phone, email or in person and explain your absence. If you have a valid reason (illness, accident, family emergency), provide supporting documents. The university may grant you a second chance to verify.

• Contact KNRUHS immediately — do not delay.
• Ask if there is a second verification window or late verification option.
• If you have a valid reason for absence, provide supporting documents (medical certificate, travel proof, etc.).
• Find out the deadline for late verification and the consequences of missing it.
• Confirm whether your PWD reservation is still valid if you do not verify.

Understanding the category codes and reservation system

The notice uses category codes to show which reservation category each candidate belongs to. These codes determine which seats you are eligible for during counselling. **OC** = Open Category (no caste-based reservation). **BCA, BCD, BCE** = Backward Caste A, D, E (state-specific backward caste categories in Telangana). **SC3** = Scheduled Caste. **ST** = Scheduled Tribe. Some candidates also have **MSM** (Minority Status Muslim) shown in the 'MIN' column, indicating they belong to a religious minority.

In Telangana's Competent Authority Quota counselling, seats are reserved for each category. For example, if there are 100 seats, a certain number may be reserved for SC, ST, BCA, BCD, BCE, and OC candidates. During counselling, you can only apply for seats reserved for your category (unless you are in the OC category, which can apply for any unreserved seat). If you are unsure which category you belong to, check your NEET-PG admit card or contact KNRUHS.

**PWD reservation is in addition to caste-based reservation.** This means if you are PWD and also belong to a backward caste or SC/ST, you get the benefit of both reservations. The seats available to you are those reserved for PWD within your caste category. This is why the PWD verification is important — it determines which specific seats you are eligible for.

• OC = Open Category (no caste reservation)
• BCA, BCD, BCE = Backward Caste categories (state-specific)
• SC3 = Scheduled Caste
• ST = Scheduled Tribe
• MSM = Minority Status Muslim (additional to caste category)
• PWD reservation works alongside caste-based reservation — you get both benefits if eligible.

The 'Remarks' column — speciality restrictions

One candidate on the eligible list has a remark in the 'Remarks' column: Tummaluru Jayanthi Reddy (rank 11941, score 500) is marked 'ONLY ELIGIBLE FOR NON SURGICAL SPECIALITIES'. This is a critical restriction — it means this candidate cannot choose any surgical speciality and can only apply for medical (non-surgical) specialities.

**What does this mean?** Surgical specialities include: General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, ENT (Otorhinolaryngology), Ophthalmology, Urology, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Paediatric Surgery. Non-surgical (medical) specialities include: Internal Medicine, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Radiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Anaesthesia, and others. If you have this remark, you must choose only from the non-surgical list.

**Why does this restriction exist?** Usually, such restrictions are imposed when a candidate's disability or medical condition makes them unsuitable for surgical practice (e.g., severe tremor, limited mobility, visual impairment). The restriction is meant to protect both the candidate and patients. If you have this remark and disagree with it, you can appeal to KNRUHS with medical evidence, but you must do so before counselling begins. During counselling, if you choose a surgical speciality despite this remark, your choice will be rejected and you may lose your seat.

• Check the 'Remarks' column for any restrictions on your speciality choices.
• If you see 'ONLY ELIGIBLE FOR NON SURGICAL SPECIALITIES', you cannot choose surgical specialities.
• Surgical specialities: Surgery, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Urology, Neurosurgery, etc.
• Non-surgical specialities: Medicine, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Radiology, Pathology, etc.
• If you disagree with the restriction, appeal to KNRUHS before counselling with medical evidence.

Competent Authority Quota vs. national NEET-PG counselling

This notice applies to **Competent Authority Quota** admissions, which is Telangana's own counselling process. It is separate from the national NEET-PG counselling run by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Telangana has two separate counselling processes: (1) Competent Authority Quota (state-run), and (2) National Quota (MCC-run). Some seats are reserved for each.

**What is the difference?** In Competent Authority Quota counselling, KNRUHS conducts its own merit list, verification and seat allotment for Telangana medical colleges. In National Quota counselling, MCC conducts the process for seats available to candidates from all over India. If you are a Telangana resident or a Telangana medical graduate, you may be eligible for both. If you are eligible for PWD under Competent Authority Quota (as shown in this notice), you will participate in Telangana's counselling. You may also be eligible for PWD under National Quota, which will be handled separately by MCC.

**Important:** Do not confuse the two processes. This notice is only about Competent Authority Quota. If you are also eligible for National Quota counselling, you will receive a separate notice from MCC. Make sure you understand which counselling process you are eligible for and follow the dates and procedures for each.

• Competent Authority Quota = Telangana's own counselling process (KNRUHS)
• National Quota = MCC's national counselling process
• This notice applies only to Competent Authority Quota
• You may be eligible for both — follow the procedures for each separately
• Do not miss deadlines for either process

Important dates and next steps

This notice was issued on **13 November 2026**. The notice does not specify a deadline for candidates to respond or appeal, but you should act immediately. If your name is on the ineligible or absent list, contact KNRUHS without delay to understand your options and any deadlines for appeal or re-verification.

**What to do now:** (1) Check all three lists carefully to find your name. (2) If you are on the eligible list, note any remarks or restrictions and prepare your speciality choices accordingly. (3) If you are on the ineligible list, contact KNRUHS immediately to understand why and whether you can appeal. (4) If you are on the absent list, contact KNRUHS immediately to ask about late verification options. (5) Keep this notice and all related documents safe — you will need them during counselling.

**Contact KNRUHS:** The notice is signed by the Registrar of KNRUHS. You can contact the university through its official website (knruhs.telangana.gov.in) or by phone/email. Ask for the Admissions Cell or PG Admissions section. Be ready to provide your roll number, name and NEET-PG rank when you contact them.

• Notice issued: 13 November 2026
• Check all three lists immediately
• If eligible: note any remarks or speciality restrictions
• If ineligible: contact KNRUHS immediately to appeal
• If absent: contact KNRUHS immediately to ask about late verification
• Keep this notice and all documents safe for counselling

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

**Mistake 1: Not checking the remarks column.** Some candidates assume that being on the eligible list means they can choose any speciality. But if there is a remark (like 'ONLY ELIGIBLE FOR NON SURGICAL SPECIALITIES'), you must follow it. If you ignore the remark and choose a restricted speciality, your choice will be rejected. **How to avoid:** Read the entire row for your name, including the remarks column. If there is any text in the remarks column, understand what it means and plan your speciality choices accordingly.

**Mistake 2: Not acting on ineligibility or absence.** Some candidates see their name on the ineligible or absent list and assume it is final. But in many cases, you can appeal, re-verify, or provide additional documents. The longer you wait, the fewer options you have. **How to avoid:** Contact KNRUHS immediately if your name is on the ineligible or absent list. Do not assume it is final. Ask about appeal procedures, deadlines and what documents you need to submit.

**Mistake 3: Confusing Competent Authority Quota with National Quota.** Some candidates think this notice applies to national NEET-PG counselling. But it applies only to Telangana's Competent Authority Quota. If you are also eligible for National Quota, you will receive a separate notice from MCC. **How to avoid:** Read the notice carefully. It clearly states 'COMPETENT AUTHORITY QUOTA'. If you are unsure which counselling process you are eligible for, contact KNRUHS or MCC.

• Always check the remarks column for speciality restrictions
• Do not assume ineligibility or absence is final — contact KNRUHS immediately
• Do not confuse Competent Authority Quota with National Quota
• Keep all documents and correspondence with KNRUHS
• Act quickly — do not wait for the last minute

Frequently asked questions

If your name is on the eligible list, prepare for counselling by noting any remarks or speciality restrictions and planning your choices accordingly. If your name is on the ineligible or absent list, contact KNRUHS immediately — do not wait. Call, email or visit the university's Admissions Cell to understand your options, appeal procedures and any deadlines. Keep this notice and all related documents safe. Watch the KNRUHS website for the counselling schedule and registration instructions, which will be issued separately.