The Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) in Telangana has released the allotment list for the Stray Vacancy Phase of MBBS counselling under the Competent Authority Quota (CQ) for the 2026-27 academic year. This is the final round of CQ-based seat allocation for MBBS in Telangana government, private un-aided non-minority, and minority medical colleges. Candidates who have been allotted a seat must report to their assigned college by October 26, 2026, with all original documents and prescribed fees. Missing this deadline will result in automatic cancellation of the allotment, and the seat will not be offered again this academic year.
If you are allotted an MBBS seat in Telangana's stray vacancy round, you must report in person to your college by October 26, 2026, or your seat will be permanently cancelled with no second chance.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Stray Vacancy Phase and why does it matter?
The Stray Vacancy Phase is the final counselling round under the Competent Authority Quota for MBBS admissions in Telangana. It is designed to fill any remaining seats that were not allocated in earlier rounds of counselling. This round is critical because it represents the last opportunity for candidates to secure an MBBS seat in Telangana for the 2026-27 academic year under the CQ category.
Once this phase concludes, any seats that remain unfilled will lapse for the current academic year and will not be re-offered. This makes the stray vacancy round a final lifeline for aspirants who did not secure a seat in previous counselling phases. The allotment covers seats across government medical colleges, private un-aided non-minority institutions, and minority medical colleges throughout Telangana.
How to check your allotment status on the KNRUHS portal
The allotment list has been published on the official KNRUHS website at knruhs.telangana.gov.in in the form of a downloadable PDF document. To locate your allotment, you will need to navigate to the Notifications section on the homepage and find the link for MBBS admissions under Competent Authority Quota college-wise allotment list for the Stray Vacancy Phase.
Once you open the PDF, you can search for your name or NEET roll number to find which college has been allotted to you. After confirming your allotment, download the allotment order document, as you will need to present it when reporting to your assigned college. This document serves as proof of your allotment and is essential for the admission process.
- Visit knruhs.telangana.gov.in
- Click on Notifications section
- Open the MBBS CQ stray vacancy allotment link
- Search for your name or NEET roll number in the PDF
- Download your allotment order for college reporting
Critical reporting deadline: October 26, 2026
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All candidates who have been allotted a seat in the stray vacancy phase must report to their assigned medical college on or before October 26, 2026. Reporting means physically visiting the college with all required original documents and paying the prescribed tuition fee. Any candidate who fails to report by this deadline will have their allotment automatically cancelled.
This is a strict deadline with no extensions or exceptions. Once your allotment is cancelled due to non-reporting, you cannot reclaim the seat, and it will not be re-offered to you. Since this is the final CQ phase for the academic year, missing this deadline means you will not have another opportunity to secure an MBBS seat in Telangana under the CQ quota for 2026-27.
Documents you must carry when reporting to college
When you report to your allotted medical college, you must bring a complete set of original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies of each. The college will verify your documents and cross-check them against your application records. Incomplete documentation can delay your admission process or, in some cases, lead to rejection of your allotment.
Ensure that all certificates are original and that photocopies are clearly legible and properly attested by you. If you are claiming any special category benefits (such as caste or income-based reservations), bring the relevant certificates as well. The college will also require proof of tuition fee payment, so keep your payment receipt or transaction confirmation with you.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 marks memos and pass certificates
- Transfer Certificate and Study Certificates from Class 9 to Class 12
- Local status or Nativity Certificate
- Income Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs
- Allotment order downloaded from KNRUHS portal
- Original tuition fee payment proof
What happens if you do not report by the deadline?
Non-reporting by October 26, 2026 will result in automatic cancellation of your allotment. Unlike some earlier counselling rounds where candidates may have had the option to participate in subsequent phases, the stray vacancy phase is the final CQ round. Once your seat is cancelled, it will not be re-offered to you under any circumstances.
Additionally, candidates who do report and join the college cannot resign or withdraw from their allotment after reporting. This means that once you physically report to the college and complete the admission formalities, you are committed to studying MBBS at that institution for the full duration of the course. The college will issue you a joining report acknowledgement, which you should retain for your records.
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Understanding the Competent Authority Quota (CQ) in Telangana MBBS admissions
The Competent Authority Quota is a category of seats in medical colleges that are filled through a separate counselling process managed by KNRUHS. These seats are distinct from the general merit-based seats and are allocated according to specific government guidelines. The CQ includes seats reserved for various categories and is typically filled in multiple rounds: regular rounds, mop-up rounds, and finally the stray vacancy phase.
The stray vacancy phase under CQ is the last opportunity to fill any remaining CQ seats. After this phase, if seats remain unfilled, they may be reallocated or lapse for the academic year. Understanding that you are competing for CQ seats (rather than general merit seats) is important because the competition pool, cutoff scores, and allotment criteria may differ from the main counselling rounds.
Practical action plan for allotted candidates
If you have been allotted a seat, your first step is to download the allotment list from the KNRUHS portal and confirm the name and location of your allotted college. Next, gather all original certificates and prepare two sets of photocopies. Ensure that all documents are in order and that photocopies are clear and properly attested.
Contact your allotted college to confirm the exact reporting time and location, as well as the prescribed tuition fee amount for your category. Arrange the fee payment in advance so that you can complete it on the day of reporting. Finally, plan your travel to the college and arrive well before the deadline to complete all admission formalities. Collect the joining report acknowledgement from the college and keep it safely for future reference.
- Download allotment list from knruhs.telangana.gov.in and confirm your college
- Arrange all original certificates and prepare two sets of photocopies
- Contact the college to confirm reporting time, location, and fee amount
- Arrange tuition fee payment in advance
- Report in person to the college on or before October 26, 2026
- Collect joining report acknowledgement from the college
What to watch for after the reporting deadline
After October 26, 2026, KNRUHS will release a final joining report that lists all candidates who have successfully reported and completed their admission. This report is important because it confirms your official admission to the college. Keep monitoring the KNRUHS portal for this report and verify that your name appears on it.
Additionally, watch for any announcements regarding Management Quota stray vacancy updates for BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) seats, if you are interested in dental admissions. Some candidates may also be interested in knowing whether any additional rounds or phases will be conducted, though the stray vacancy phase is typically the final CQ round for the academic year.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the Stray Vacancy Phase in Telangana MBBS counselling?
The Stray Vacancy Phase is the final round of counselling under the Competent Authority Quota (CQ) for MBBS admissions in Telangana. It is conducted to fill any remaining seats that were not allocated in earlier counselling rounds. Once this phase concludes, any unfilled seats lapse for the academic year and are not re-offered.
When must I report to my allotted college?
You must report to your allotted medical college on or before October 26, 2026. Reporting means physically visiting the college with all original documents and prescribed fees. If you do not report by this deadline, your allotment will be automatically cancelled and the seat will not be offered again.
How do I check my allotment status?
Visit the KNRUHS official website at knruhs.telangana.gov.in, go to the Notifications section, and open the link for MBBS admissions under Competent Authority Quota college-wise allotment list for the Stray Vacancy Phase. Search for your name or NEET roll number in the PDF document to find your allotted college.
What documents do I need to carry when reporting to college?
You must carry original documents including your NEET admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and 12 certificates, transfer and study certificates, local status or nativity certificate, Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, the allotment order from KNRUHS, and proof of tuition fee payment. You should also bring two sets of self-attested photocopies of all documents.
Can I withdraw or resign after reporting to the college?
No. Once you report to the college and complete admission formalities, you cannot resign or withdraw from your allotment. You are committed to studying MBBS at that institution for the full duration of the course.
What happens if I miss the October 26 reporting deadline?
If you do not report by October 26, 2026, your allotment will be automatically cancelled. Since this is the final CQ phase, your seat will not be re-offered to you, and you will not have another opportunity to secure an MBBS seat in Telangana under the CQ quota for 2026-27.
Which colleges are included in this stray vacancy allotment?
The allotment covers vacant MBBS seats in government medical colleges, private un-aided non-minority medical colleges, and minority medical colleges across Telangana.
Is there a second chance if my allotment is cancelled?
No. The stray vacancy phase is the final CQ round for MBBS admissions in 2026-27. If your allotment is cancelled due to non-reporting, there is no second chance to secure a seat under the CQ quota for this academic year.
If you have been allotted a seat in Telangana's MBBS stray vacancy round, act immediately: download your allotment order, gather all documents, arrange the tuition fee, and plan to report to your college by October 26, 2026. This is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS seat in Telangana for 2026-27, so do not miss the deadline.
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