The Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) has activated the first phase of web-based preference filing for Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) admissions in Telangana for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates whose names appear on the final merit list released on August 28, 2026 can now rank their preferred dental colleges on the official portal. The preference window is open from 2 PM on September 4 until 4 PM on September 6, 2026. This is a critical step in the counselling process—skipping it or failing to join an allotted seat will result in automatic debarment from all subsequent counselling rounds.
If your name is on the KNRUHS merit list dated August 28, 2026, you must file your BDS college preferences by 4 PM on September 6, 2026, or you will be locked out of all future counselling rounds.
How to Access and File Your BDS Preferences Online
The preference filing portal is live at tsbdsadm.tsche.in. You will need to log in using the credentials you created during the initial registration process. Once logged in, navigate to the web options section on your candidate dashboard.
You can select as many colleges as you wish and arrange them in your order of preference. KNRUHS strongly recommends that you include a diverse range of colleges—from your first choice down to colleges where your rank is comfortably above the expected cutoff. This strategy improves your chances of receiving an allotment in a college of your choice. Before final submission, you can rearrange your preferences as many times as you need. Once you are satisfied, lock your options and download the preference sheet for your records.
- Visit tsbdsadm.tsche.in and log in with your registration credentials
- Open the web options section from your dashboard
- Select colleges in order of preference (you can choose as many as you wish)
- Rearrange preferences before final submission if needed
- Lock your options and save the preference sheet
Which Colleges Are Available in Phase 1 Counselling
Phase 1 covers all dental seats across three categories of institutions within Telangana. This includes every government-run dental college in the state, all private dental colleges, and the Army College of Dental Sciences. The complete list of participating colleges and their seat availability is displayed on the official KNRUHS portal.
Before you begin filing preferences, log in to the portal and review the full college list along with the number of seats available in each institution. This will help you make an informed decision about which colleges to include in your preference order and in what sequence.
- All government dental colleges in Telangana
- All private dental colleges in the state
- Army College of Dental Sciences
Who Is Eligible to Participate in This Round
Only candidates whose names appear in the final merit list published by KNRUHS on August 28, 2026 are eligible to file preferences in Phase 1. This merit list covers admissions under the Competent Authority Quota (also called the Convener Quota) for both MBBS and BDS streams.
If you are unsure whether your name is on the list, visit the KNRUHS portal and search for your roll number or registration ID. Candidates who do not appear on this merit list are not eligible to participate in this phase and should await further instructions from the university regarding alternative counselling windows or quotas.
- Your name must appear on the KNRUHS final merit list dated August 28, 2026
- The merit list covers Competent Authority Quota admissions for both MBBS and BDS
- Only BDS aspirants should file preferences in the current Phase 1 window
Why Skipping Phase 1 Has Serious Consequences
KNRUHS has made it clear that this is not an optional step. If you do not file preferences during Phase 1 or if you are allotted a seat but do not report to the college, you will be permanently debarred from participating in all subsequent counselling rounds. This rule is designed to prevent seat blocking and to ensure that available seats are filled by genuinely interested candidates.
The debarment is absolute—you will lose access to Phase 2, Phase 3, and any other future rounds of counselling. This means that if you miss the September 6 deadline or ignore an allotment, your only option would be to wait for the next admission cycle. Therefore, it is essential that you treat this deadline with utmost seriousness and complete the preference-filing process well before 4 PM on September 6.
- Skipping Phase 1 preference filing results in permanent debarment from all future rounds
- Not joining an allotted seat also leads to debarment
- Debarment means you cannot participate in Phase 2, Phase 3, or any subsequent counselling
- The only way to regain eligibility is to apply in the next admission cycle
Key Dates and Timeline for Phase 1
The preference filing window opens at 2 PM on September 4, 2026 and closes at 4 PM on September 6, 2026. This gives you a two-day window to complete the process. After 4 PM on September 6, the portal will close and no further preferences can be filed or modified.
After the preference window closes, KNRUHS will process all submitted preferences and generate the Phase 1 provisional allotment result. The exact date for the allotment result and the reporting schedule will be announced on the KNRUHS portal after September 6. Keep checking the portal regularly for these announcements so you do not miss your reporting deadline.
- Preference filing opens: September 4, 2026 at 2 PM
- Preference filing closes: September 6, 2026 at 4 PM
- Phase 1 provisional allotment result: To be announced after September 6
- Reporting schedule: To be announced on the KNRUHS portal
Technical and Regulatory Support Available
KNRUHS has set up dedicated helplines to assist candidates with different types of queries. If you have questions about eligibility, merit list status, or regulatory matters, you can contact the regulatory clarifications desk. For technical issues with the web portal or problems logging in or filing preferences, a separate technical support team is available.
All helpline numbers are staffed during working hours. If you prefer email communication, you can also reach out to the designated email addresses. Certificate verification queries are handled by a separate desk. Do not wait until the last day to seek help—contact the support team as soon as you encounter any issue.
- Regulatory clarifications: 7901098840, 9490585796, or knrugadmission@gmail.com
- Technical support for web options: 9392685856, 7842136688, 9059672216, or tsmedadm.tech@gmail.com
- Certificate verification: 9866092370
- Contact during working hours to avoid last-minute delays
Step-by-Step Action Plan for BDS Aspirants
To ensure you do not miss this critical deadline or make avoidable mistakes, follow this structured action plan. First, confirm that your name and rank appear on the KNRUHS final merit list dated August 28, 2026. You can do this by visiting the portal and searching your roll number or registration ID.
Next, prepare your preference list in advance. Study the college list on the KNRUHS portal, research each college's location, facilities, and reputation, and decide on your order of preference before the filing window opens. This preparation will save you time and help you make better decisions. On September 4 or 5, log in to tsbdsadm.tsche.in and enter your preferences carefully. Double-check your order before locking the options. Finally, save and print your submitted preference sheet for future reference and track the portal for the Phase 1 allotment result announcement.
- Verify your name and rank on the August 28, 2026 merit list
- Research colleges and prepare your preference order in advance
- Log in to tsbdsadm.tsche.in before September 6, 2026
- Enter and lock your preferences within the two-day window
- Save and print your submitted preference sheet
- Monitor the portal for Phase 1 provisional allotment result and reporting schedule
What Happens After You File Your Preferences
Once the preference filing window closes on September 6 at 4 PM, KNRUHS will run an automated algorithm to match your preferences with available seats based on your merit rank and the preferences of all other candidates. The provisional allotment result will be released on the portal at a date to be announced.
When the allotment result is published, check the portal to see which college you have been allotted. If you are satisfied with the allotment, you must report to the college on or before the specified reporting date. If you do not report, you will be debarred from all future rounds. If you are not allotted a seat in Phase 1, you may be eligible for Phase 2 counselling, provided you have filed preferences in Phase 1 and have not been debarred for any reason.
- KNRUHS will process preferences and generate Phase 1 allotment result
- Allotment result date will be announced on the portal after September 6
- Check the portal to see your allotted college
- Report to your allotted college by the specified deadline
- Non-reporting results in debarment from all future rounds
- Candidates not allotted in Phase 1 may be eligible for Phase 2
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What is the deadline for filing BDS preferences in KNRUHS Phase 1 counselling?
The preference filing window closes at 4 PM on September 6, 2026. The portal opens at 2 PM on September 4, 2026. You must file your preferences within this two-day window. After 4 PM on September 6, the portal will close and no further preferences can be submitted or modified.
Who is eligible to file preferences in KNRUHS BDS Phase 1 counselling?
Only candidates whose names appear on the KNRUHS final merit list dated August 28, 2026 are eligible. This merit list covers admissions under the Competent Authority Quota for both MBBS and BDS. You can verify your eligibility by logging into the KNRUHS portal and searching for your roll number or registration ID.
What happens if I do not file preferences in Phase 1?
If you do not file preferences during Phase 1, you will be permanently debarred from all subsequent counselling rounds, including Phase 2 and Phase 3. This means you will lose your chance to secure a BDS seat in this admission cycle. The only way to regain eligibility is to apply in the next admission cycle.
Can I change my preferences after I have locked them?
Once you lock your preferences and submit them, you cannot change them. However, before locking, you can rearrange your preferences as many times as you need. Therefore, take your time to review and finalize your preference order before clicking the lock button.
How many colleges can I include in my preference list?
You can select as many colleges as you wish. KNRUHS recommends that you include a diverse range of colleges—from your first choice down to colleges where your rank is comfortably above the expected cutoff. This increases your chances of receiving an allotment in a college of your choice.
What colleges are included in Phase 1 counselling?
Phase 1 covers all government dental colleges in Telangana, all private dental colleges in the state, and the Army College of Dental Sciences. The complete list of participating colleges and available seats is displayed on the KNRUHS portal at tsbdsadm.tsche.in.
When will the Phase 1 allotment result be announced?
The Phase 1 provisional allotment result will be announced on the KNRUHS portal after September 6, 2026. The exact date has not been specified yet. You should check the portal regularly after September 6 for the allotment result and the reporting schedule.
What should I do if I face technical issues while filing preferences?
KNRUHS has set up a dedicated technical support team. You can contact them at 9392685856, 7842136688, or 9059672216 during working hours. You can also email tsmedadm.tech@gmail.com. Do not wait until the last day to seek help—contact the support team as soon as you encounter any issue.
Mark September 6, 2026 at 4 PM as a non-negotiable deadline on your calendar. Prepare your college preference list now, verify your eligibility on the merit list, and file your preferences well before the deadline to avoid portal congestion. After filing, monitor the KNRUHS portal closely for the Phase 1 allotment result and reporting schedule.
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