If you're a NEET UG 2026 qualifier hoping for an MBBS or BDS seat in Telangana, the state counselling clock has started ticking. Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) has opened online registration for state quota counselling — officially called the Competent Authority Quota — on its dedicated portal. This is the first formal step before seat allotment, and it involves paying a fee, filling in personal and academic details, and uploading a full set of original certificates. Getting this stage right matters: an incomplete or incorrectly uploaded application at this point can delay or even jeopardise your participation in later rounds.
Telangana NEET UG 2026 aspirants must complete online registration, pay the fee, and upload all certificates on tsmedadm.tsche.in before 6 PM on August 12, 2026, to be considered for state MBBS/BDS counselling.
What has opened, and where
KNRUHS is the body that conducts state-level medical and dental admissions in Telangana. It has activated online registration and certificate uploading for NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates on the portal tsmedadm.tsche.in.
This registration covers admissions to seats under the Competent Authority Quota — the state-managed quota that includes government medical and dental colleges as well as private un-aided minority and non-minority MBBS/BDS colleges in Telangana.
The window to register and upload documents closes at 6 PM on August 12, 2026. Candidates should not wait until the last day, since server load tends to spike close to any deadline and last-minute technical issues can cost you the entire counselling cycle.
Registration fee: how much and how to pay
The fee covers both online registration and certificate verification, and must be paid through Net Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card at the time of submitting the form. It is non-refundable once paid, so double-check your category and details before making the payment.
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| OC & BC Candidates | Rs. 4,000 |
| SC & ST Candidates | Rs. 3,200 |
Step-by-step: how the registration actually works
The process is broken into distinct stages, and each one needs to be completed correctly before you move to the next.
- Step 1 — Mobile & Email Registration: Enter your NEET UG 2026 roll number, rank, date of birth and mobile number on the portal, then validate via OTP sent to your mobile and email to get a Registration Number.
- Step 2 — Fee Payment: Log in with your Roll Number and Registration Number and pay the applicable fee through the online payment gateway. Do not refresh or close the browser while payment is processing.
- Step 3 — Candidate Details Form: Fill in personal information, domicile/local status, Class 10 and Intermediate (10+2) Science marks, caste category and any reservation claims.
- Step 4 — Upload Certificates: Upload scanned PDF copies (maximum 500 KB each) of your NEET UG scorecard/rank card, SSC marks memo, Intermediate marks memo, study certificates from Class 6 to 12 or residence certificate, Transfer Certificate, latest caste/income certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, photo and signature.
- Step 5 — Declaration & Printout: Review everything carefully, tick the declaration, submit, and download the Application Form Confirmation Page — you will need a printed copy for physical document verification later.
Eligibility: minimum NEET percentile and cutoff scores
Before registering, confirm you meet Telangana's local-status rules (governed by G.O. Ms. No. 33) and the minimum NEET UG 2026 qualifying percentile prescribed for state counselling.
- General / EWS category: 50th percentile, corresponding to a cutoff score of 213.
- General-PwD category: 45th percentile, cutoff score 194.
- SC / ST / BC & PwD candidates: 40th percentile, cutoff score 177.
Why this stage matters more than aspirants realise
Many candidates treat the registration stage as a formality and rush through document upload. In reality, this is where a large number of avoidable rejections happen — blurry scans, wrong file sizes, mismatched names between Aadhaar and marksheets, or missing Transfer Certificates. Since the fee is non-refundable, a rejected or incomplete application isn't just a lost seat opportunity; it's also a lost payment.
Keep physical originals of every certificate ready, because the confirmation printout will be needed for verification before you can proceed to choice filling and seat allotment in later stages of counselling.
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Who can register for Telangana NEET UG 2026 counselling?
Any candidate who has qualified NEET UG 2026 and meets Telangana's domicile/local status rules and minimum qualifying percentile can register on tsmedadm.tsche.in for the Competent Authority Quota.
What is the last date to register and upload documents?
The window closes at 6 PM on August 12, 2026. It's advisable to complete the process a few days early to avoid last-minute portal congestion.
Is the registration fee refundable if I change my mind or don't get a seat?
No, the fee is explicitly non-refundable once paid, regardless of the outcome of counselling.
What if my NEET score is below the general cutoff of 213?
You may still be eligible under reserved categories, where the qualifying percentile and cutoff score are lower — for example, 177 for SC/ST/BC/PwD candidates. Check which category applies to you before assuming ineligibility.
What documents are compulsory to upload?
You'll need your NEET UG scorecard, SSC and Intermediate marks memos, study/residence certificates covering Class 6 to 12, Transfer Certificate, Aadhaar, photo, signature, and caste/income certificates where applicable — all as PDF files under 500 KB each.
Whom do I contact if the portal doesn't accept my document upload?
KNRUHS has set up a technical helpline and email support specifically for upload and login issues, and a separate line for eligibility or regulation-related queries, both listed on the official portal.
Does this registration guarantee a seat?
No. This step only registers you and verifies your certificates for the counselling process. Seat allotment happens in subsequent rounds based on your NEET rank, category, and choices filled.
If you're aiming for an MBBS or BDS seat in Telangana, treat this registration window as non-negotiable groundwork — verify your fee category, get every certificate scanned and ready well before August 12, and keep the confirmation printout safe for physical verification. Watch the official portal for the next counselling steps, including choice filling and seat allotment schedules.
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