Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana has released the seat vacancy matrix for the Special Stray Vacancy phase of BDS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota for the 2026-27 academic year. This phase allows candidates who were not allotted seats in earlier counselling rounds to apply for remaining vacancies across participating BDS colleges in Telangana. The notice lists exactly which colleges have seats available and in which category-wise quotas. If you are a NEET-qualified candidate still waiting for a seat, this is your opportunity to check if your preferred college has an opening and prepare to participate in this phase.
Four BDS colleges in Telangana have a total of 6 seats available in the Special Stray Vacancy phase across various category quotas — check the college-wise breakdown to see if your category has an opening.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Special Stray Vacancy Phase?
The Special Stray Vacancy phase is a final counselling round held after the main and subsequent regular counselling rounds. It is designed to fill any seats that remain vacant after candidates have been allotted and have either joined or declined their offers. This phase gives candidates who were not selected in earlier rounds a second chance to secure admission.
In Telangana, this phase operates under the Competent Authority Quota — seats that the state fills through its own counselling process, separate from the national-level NEET counselling. The Special Stray Vacancy phase is typically the last opportunity to get a BDS seat in the current academic year, so it is important to act quickly if you see a vacancy in your preferred college and category.
Which Colleges Have Vacancies?
Four BDS colleges in Telangana have reported vacancies in the Special Stray Vacancy phase. These are: Malla Reddy Dental College (MDCK), Sri Venkateshwara Dental College (SVSD), Meghna Dental College (MGND), and Tejasvi Institute of Dental Sciences (TIDS). The total number of vacant seats across all colleges and categories is 6.
Each college has vacancies in specific category quotas. The availability varies — some colleges have seats in only one or two categories, while others have seats across multiple categories. It is crucial to check the exact college and category combination that matches your eligibility before applying.
- Malla Reddy Dental College (MDCK)
- Sri Venkateshwara Dental College (SVSD)
- Meghna Dental College (MGND)
- Tejasvi Institute of Dental Sciences (TIDS)
Seat Vacancy Breakdown by College and Category
The following table shows the exact number of vacant seats at each college under each category quota. A '1' indicates one seat is available; a '0' means no vacancy. The categories are abbreviated as follows: OCG/OCF (Open General/Female), SC1G/SC1F (Scheduled Caste Group 1 General/Female), SC2G/SC2F (Scheduled Caste Group 2 General/Female), SC3G/SC3F (Scheduled Caste Group 3 General/Female), STG/STF (Scheduled Tribe General/Female), BCAG/BCAF (Backward Caste A General/Female), BCBG/BCBF (Backward Caste B General/Female), BCCG/BCCF (Backward Caste C General/Female), BCDG/BCDF (Backward Caste D General/Female), BCEG/BCEF (Backward Caste E General/Female), MING/MINF (Minority General/Female), EWSG/EWSF (Economically Weaker Section General/Female).
For example, Malla Reddy Dental College has 1 seat available in the BCAG (Backward Caste A General) category. Sri Venkateshwara Dental College has 1 seat in SC1G (Scheduled Caste Group 1 General). Meghna Dental College has 1 seat in SC1G and 1 seat in BCBG. Tejasvi Institute of Dental Sciences has 1 seat in SC1G, 1 seat in SC3G, 1 seat in BCCG, and 1 seat in BCCF. Check your category carefully — if your category is not listed for a college, that college has no vacancy for you in this phase.
| College | Course | OCG | OCF | SC1G | SC1F | SC2G | SC2F | SC3G | SC3F | STG | STF | BCAG | BCAF | BCBG | BCBF | BCCG | BCCF | BCDG | BCDF | BCEG | BCEF | MING | MINF | EWSG | EWSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malla Reddy Dental College | BDS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sri Venkateshwara Dental College | BDS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Meghna Dental College | BDS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tejasvi Institute of Dental Sciences | BDS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Understanding the Category Codes
Telangana uses a detailed category system for BDS admissions. The 'G' suffix means General (open to all candidates in that category), and 'F' means Female (reserved for women candidates). SC1, SC2, and SC3 refer to different Scheduled Caste groups as defined by Telangana law. ST refers to Scheduled Tribe. BC (Backward Caste) is further divided into five sub-groups: A, B, C, D, and E, each with different eligibility criteria. MIN refers to Minority communities, and EWS refers to Economically Weaker Section.
Your eligibility for a seat depends on your NEET score, your category certificate, and whether you meet the gender requirement (if applying for an F category seat). If you are unsure which category you fall under, check your NEET registration and your caste/community certificate. Applying for a category you are not eligible for will result in rejection.
- OCG/OCF: Open General / Open Female
- SC1G/SC1F, SC2G/SC2F, SC3G/SC3F: Scheduled Caste Groups 1, 2, 3 (General/Female)
- STG/STF: Scheduled Tribe (General/Female)
- BCAG/BCAF, BCBG/BCBF, BCCG/BCCF, BCDG/BCDF, BCEG/BCEF: Backward Caste sub-groups A–E (General/Female)
- MING/MINF: Minority (General/Female)
- EWSG/EWSF: Economically Weaker Section (General/Female)
Who is Eligible to Apply?
To be eligible for the Special Stray Vacancy phase, you must be a NEET-qualified candidate who has not yet been allotted a BDS seat, or who was allotted a seat but did not join. You must have appeared for NEET UG 2026 and obtained a valid score. Your NEET registration must be active and your score must meet the minimum eligibility criteria set by KNRUHS.
You must also possess a valid category certificate (caste certificate for SC/ST/BC, income certificate for EWS, or minority community certificate for MIN) if you are applying under a reserved category. If you are applying under the Open category, no certificate is required. Your educational qualification must be 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects, and you must have passed with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates, as per national norms).
- Must have appeared for NEET UG 2026 and obtained a valid score
- Must not have been allotted a seat in earlier counselling rounds, or must have declined the allotted seat
- Must possess a valid category certificate if applying under a reserved category
- Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- Must meet the minimum qualifying marks (50% for General, 45% for SC/ST)
Important: This is a Competent Authority Quota Phase
The seats in this phase are under the Competent Authority Quota, which means they are filled through Telangana's own state-level counselling process, not through the national NEET counselling portal. This is important because the rules, timelines, and procedures may differ slightly from the national counselling. You will need to register and participate through the KNRUHS counselling portal or the designated state counselling authority.
Competent Authority Quota seats are typically filled after the national counselling rounds are complete. The state has the authority to set its own cutoff scores, merit lists, and allotment procedures for these seats. Make sure you follow the exact instructions issued by KNRUHS for this phase — missing a deadline or submitting documents in the wrong format can result in your application being rejected.
- Seats are filled through Telangana state counselling, not national NEET counselling
- Registration and participation must be done through KNRUHS portal
- State-specific rules and cutoffs apply
- Follow KNRUHS instructions exactly — any deviation may lead to rejection
What to Do Next: Steps to Apply
The notice released on 11 November 2026 announces the available vacancies but does not provide the application dates, registration link, or detailed procedure for this phase. You must wait for a follow-up notification from KNRUHS that will contain the registration window, application deadline, document submission process, and merit list/allotment schedule. Check the KNRUHS website (knruhs.telangana.gov.in) regularly for this notification.
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Once the application window opens, you will typically need to: (1) register on the KNRUHS counselling portal using your NEET roll number and other details, (2) fill in your choice of colleges and categories, (3) upload required documents (NEET scorecard, 10+2 mark sheet, category certificate if applicable, and other supporting documents), and (4) pay the application fee if required. The exact process will be detailed in the next notification.
- Wait for the next KNRUHS notification with application dates and procedure
- Register on the KNRUHS counselling portal with your NEET details
- Fill in your college and category preferences
- Upload all required documents (NEET scorecard, 10+2 marks, category certificate, etc.)
- Pay the application fee if applicable
- Submit your application before the deadline
Key Dates to Watch
This notice was issued on 11 November 2026 and announces the vacancies. However, it does not specify the application start date, application end date, merit list release date, or allotment date for this phase. These dates will be announced in a separate notification by KNRUHS. Since this is the Special Stray Vacancy phase (typically the final phase), the timeline is usually compressed — you may have only a few days to apply once the window opens.
Mark the KNRUHS website and your email for updates. Do not assume dates based on previous years — always check the official notification. Missing the application deadline by even one day will disqualify you from this phase.
- Notice issued: 11 November 2026
- Application start date: To be announced by KNRUHS
- Application end date: To be announced by KNRUHS
- Merit list release: To be announced by KNRUHS
- Allotment date: To be announced by KNRUHS
- Joining deadline: To be announced by KNRUHS
Documents You Will Likely Need
While the current notice does not list the exact documents required, based on standard KNRUHS procedures for BDS admissions, you should prepare the following: (1) NEET UG 2026 scorecard (original or certified copy), (2) 10+2 mark sheet and pass certificate, (3) Aadhar card or any government-issued ID, (4) Category certificate (caste certificate for SC/ST/BC, income certificate for EWS, or minority certificate for MIN) — if applicable, (5) Medical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner, (6) Character certificate from your school or college, and (7) Passport-size photographs.
The exact list and format will be specified in the application notification. Some documents may need to be notarized or certified. Do not wait until the last day to collect these — start gathering them now. If your category certificate is old or does not clearly show your sub-group (e.g., BC-A vs BC-B), get a fresh one issued to avoid rejection.
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard (original or certified copy)
- 10+2 mark sheet and pass certificate
- Aadhar card or government-issued ID
- Category certificate (caste, income, or minority) — if applicable
- Medical fitness certificate
- Character certificate
- Passport-size photographs (usually 4–6 copies)
- Any other document specified in the application notification
Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected
One of the most common reasons for rejection is applying under the wrong category. If your category certificate does not match your NEET registration, your application will be rejected. For example, if you registered for NEET under SC1 but your certificate shows SC2, you cannot apply under SC1 in counselling. Similarly, if you are applying for an F (Female) category seat but your NEET registration shows you as Male, you will be rejected.
Another frequent mistake is submitting an expired or invalid category certificate. Caste certificates typically have a validity period. If your certificate was issued more than 5–10 years ago (depending on state rules), you may need a fresh one. Income certificates for EWS must usually be issued in the current financial year. Missing or incomplete documents, wrong document format (e.g., a photograph instead of a scanned PDF), or submitting documents after the deadline will also result in rejection.
Do not apply for a college or category you are not eligible for based on your NEET score. Each college and category has a cutoff score — if your NEET score is below the cutoff, your application will be rejected at the merit list stage. Check the previous year's cutoffs (if available) to get an idea, but remember that cutoffs change every year based on the number of applicants and their scores.
- ⚠️ Applying under a category that does not match your NEET registration
- ⚠️ Submitting an expired or invalid category certificate
- ⚠️ Applying for an F (Female) category seat if your NEET registration shows Male
- ⚠️ Missing or incomplete documents
- ⚠️ Submitting documents in the wrong format or after the deadline
- ⚠️ Applying for a college/category with a NEET score below the expected cutoff
- ⚠️ Providing incorrect or mismatched information in the application form
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the Special Stray Vacancy phase in BDS counselling?
The Special Stray Vacancy phase is a final counselling round held after the main and regular counselling rounds to fill any seats that remain vacant. It is the last opportunity for candidates who were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds to secure admission. In Telangana, this phase operates under the Competent Authority Quota and is conducted by KNRUHS.
How many BDS seats are available in this phase, and in which colleges?
A total of 6 BDS seats are available across four colleges: Malla Reddy Dental College (1 seat in BCAG category), Sri Venkateshwara Dental College (1 seat in SC1G category), Meghna Dental College (2 seats in SC1G and BCCG categories), and Tejasvi Institute of Dental Sciences (2 seats in SC1G, SC3G, BCCG, and BCCF categories). Check the detailed table in the notice to see if your category has an opening at your preferred college.
Am I eligible to apply if I was allotted a seat in an earlier round but did not join?
Yes, if you were allotted a seat but did not join (either because you declined it or missed the joining deadline), you are eligible to apply in the Special Stray Vacancy phase. However, you must ensure that your NEET score and category match the eligibility criteria for the available seats.
What documents do I need to submit for this phase?
While the current notice does not list the exact documents, you will typically need: NEET scorecard, 10+2 mark sheet, Aadhar card, category certificate (if applicable), medical fitness certificate, character certificate, and passport-size photographs. The exact list and format will be specified in the application notification. Start gathering these documents now to avoid last-minute delays.
When will the application window open for this phase?
The current notice (dated 11 November 2026) announces the available vacancies but does not specify the application dates. KNRUHS will issue a separate notification with the application start date, end date, merit list release date, and allotment date. Check the KNRUHS website regularly for this notification.
What does 'Competent Authority Quota' mean, and how is it different from national counselling?
Competent Authority Quota refers to seats that the state fills through its own counselling process, separate from the national NEET counselling. In Telangana, these seats are filled by KNRUHS using state-specific rules, cutoffs, and procedures. The application process, merit list, and allotment are handled by KNRUHS, not the national counselling authority.
I am applying for an F (Female) category seat. What do I need to do differently?
If you are applying for an F category seat, your NEET registration must show you as Female. You will apply through the same portal and process as other candidates, but you will select only F category seats in your preferences. Your NEET score and category eligibility must match the seat's requirements. There are no additional documents required specifically for F category seats.
What happens if my category certificate does not match my NEET registration?
If your category certificate does not match your NEET registration, your application will be rejected. For example, if you registered for NEET under SC1 but your certificate shows SC2, you cannot apply under SC1. Ensure that your category certificate matches your NEET registration before applying. If there is a mismatch, contact KNRUHS for guidance on how to proceed.
Is there an application fee for this phase?
The current notice does not mention an application fee. However, KNRUHS may charge a fee for this phase. The fee amount and payment method will be specified in the application notification. Check the next KNRUHS notification for details.
What is the cutoff score for this phase?
The current notice does not specify cutoff scores for any college or category. Cutoff scores are typically released after the merit list is prepared, based on the number of applicants and their NEET scores. You can refer to the previous year's cutoffs (if available) to get an idea, but remember that cutoffs change every year. The exact cutoff for this phase will be announced by KNRUHS.
Can I apply for multiple colleges or categories in this phase?
Yes, you can typically apply for multiple colleges and categories in a single application. You will be asked to fill in your preferences during registration. However, the exact process will be specified in the application notification. Make sure you list your preferences in order of preference, as allotment is usually done based on merit and your preference order.
What should I do if I miss the application deadline?
If you miss the application deadline, you will not be able to apply in this phase. The Special Stray Vacancy phase is typically the last counselling round, so missing the deadline means you will not get a seat in the current academic year. Mark the KNRUHS website for updates and set reminders to ensure you do not miss the deadline.
The Special Stray Vacancy phase is your final chance to secure a BDS seat in Telangana for 2026-27. Check the vacancy table carefully to see if your category has an opening at any of the four colleges listed. Start gathering your documents now — NEET scorecard, 10+2 marks, category certificate, and others. Watch the KNRUHS website (knruhs.telangana.gov.in) closely for the next notification, which will contain the application dates, registration link, and detailed procedure. Once the application window opens, apply immediately — do not wait until the last day, as the timeline for this phase is usually very tight.
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