Telangana NEET UG 2026 Management Quota Seats: MBBS & BDS Mop-Up Phase

Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana has released the final seat matrix for Management Quota admissions to MBBS and BDS programmes for the 2026-27 academic year, following Phase 3 of counselling. This document shows the exact number of available seats in two categories: CAT-B (Management seats filled through state counselling) and CAT-C/NRI (seats for Non-Resident Indian candidates). The matrix covers 28 medical colleges and 11 dental colleges across Telangana. This is the mop-up phase — the final opportunity to secure a seat if you were not allotted in earlier rounds or if you are applying through the Management Quota pathway.

What is this seat matrix and why does it matter?

A seat matrix is an official table showing exactly how many seats are available at each college in each category. This particular matrix is for Management Quota admissions — these are seats that private medical and dental colleges fill through their own selection process, separate from the main NEET merit-based counselling. The matrix released today reflects the situation after Phase 3 of counselling, meaning some seats have already been filled and some remain vacant.

Why this matters to you: if you are eligible for Management Quota admission (typically through direct payment to the college, subject to eligibility criteria set by the college), this matrix tells you exactly which colleges still have open seats in your category. If a college shows zero seats in your category, you cannot apply there. If it shows seats available, you may be able to apply directly to that college or through the counselling process, depending on the college's procedure.

Understanding the three seat categories in this matrix

The matrix divides Management Quota seats into three types, and it is critical to understand which one applies to you:

**CAT-B LOCAL:** These are Management Quota seats reserved for candidates who are domiciled in Telangana (i.e., you have lived in Telangana for a specified period, usually 4 years). These seats are filled through state counselling and are subject to state-level merit and eligibility rules.

**CAT-B UR (Unreserved):** These are Management Quota seats not reserved for any specific category (SC, ST, OBC, etc.). They are open to all eligible candidates, regardless of caste or category, and are also filled through state counselling.

**CAT-C / NRI:** These are seats specifically for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) candidates — Indian citizens living abroad or holding foreign passports. These seats typically have higher fees and are filled directly by the college, not through state counselling. If you are an NRI, you will apply directly to the college, not through KNRUHS counselling.

• CAT-B LOCAL: for Telangana domiciled candidates, filled via state counselling
• CAT-B UR: for all eligible candidates (no category reservation), filled via state counselling
• CAT-C/NRI: for Non-Resident Indian candidates, applied directly to college

Medical colleges and available seats

The matrix lists 28 private medical colleges across Telangana. Each college shows the number of available seats in each of the three categories (CAT-B LOCAL, CAT-B UR, and CAT-C/NRI). For example, Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences & Research in Hyderabad shows 7 CAT-B LOCAL seats, 1 CAT-B UR seat, and 1 NRI seat available. In contrast, some colleges like Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences in Karimnagar show 0 CAT-B LOCAL seats, meaning no Management Quota seats in that category are available at that college.

Important: some colleges have restrictions. For instance, Raja Rajeshwari Institute of Medical Sciences and Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College are marked as 'for Female Candidates only' — male candidates cannot apply to these colleges. Always check the college name carefully for any such notes before applying.

• 28 medical colleges listed with seat availability in three categories
• Seats vary widely: some colleges have many seats, others have very few or none in your category
• Two colleges are restricted to female candidates only — check the college name for any restrictions

Dental colleges and available seats

The matrix also lists 11 private dental colleges across Telangana offering BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) seats under Management Quota. Like medical colleges, each dental college shows available seats in CAT-B LOCAL, CAT-B UR, and CAT-C/NRI categories. For example, Thirumala Institute of Dental Sciences in Nizamabad has 17 CAT-B LOCAL seats, 3 CAT-B UR seats, and 14 NRI seats available. Some colleges, such as Army College of Dental Sciences, show zero seats in certain categories, meaning no seats are available in that category at that college.

Note: Army College of Dental Sciences is marked with an asterisk (*), which typically indicates a special status or condition — check with KNRUHS or the college directly for any additional eligibility requirements or restrictions.

• 11 dental colleges listed with BDS seat availability
• Seat availability varies significantly across colleges and categories
• Army College of Dental Sciences has a special status — verify any additional requirements

What 'after Phase 3' means and why it matters

This seat matrix is released 'after Phase 3' of counselling. This means that in earlier phases (Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3), many seats have already been filled by candidates who were allotted seats and have joined their colleges. The numbers shown here are the remaining vacant seats. This is the mop-up phase — the final round of seat allocation.

Why this matters: if you did not get a seat in Phase 1, 2, or 3, or if you are applying for the first time, this is your last chance to secure a Management Quota seat for 2026-27. Once the mop-up phase closes, any remaining seats may be cancelled or carried forward to the next academic year. Act quickly if you see seats available in your preferred college and category.

• Seats shown are REMAINING after Phase 1, 2, and 3 have been completed
• This is the final (mop-up) round of seat allocation for 2026-27
• If you did not get a seat earlier, this is your last opportunity

How to use this seat matrix to apply

Step 1: Identify your eligibility. Are you a Telangana domiciled candidate (CAT-B LOCAL), a general/unreserved candidate from anywhere in India (CAT-B UR), or an NRI candidate (CAT-C/NRI)? This determines which column of the matrix applies to you.

Step 2: Check the matrix for your preferred colleges. Look at the row for each college you are interested in and find the number in your category column. If the number is greater than zero, seats are available. If it is zero, no seats are available in your category at that college.

Step 3: Note the college code (e.g., APLO, KMHD). You will need this when applying through KNRUHS counselling or when contacting the college directly.

Step 4: If you are applying through state counselling (CAT-B LOCAL or CAT-B UR), wait for KNRUHS to announce the mop-up counselling schedule and follow the registration and choice-filling process. If you are an NRI candidate (CAT-C/NRI), contact the college directly to inquire about the application process and fees.

• Identify your category: CAT-B LOCAL (Telangana domiciled), CAT-B UR (general), or CAT-C/NRI (NRI)
• Find your preferred colleges in the matrix and check if seats are available in your category
• Note the college code for reference during application
• For CAT-B: wait for KNRUHS mop-up counselling schedule; for NRI: contact college directly

Important restrictions and special notes

**Female-only colleges:** Two medical colleges are restricted to female candidates only: Raja Rajeshwari Institute of Medical Sciences (RAJE) and Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College (VRKW). Male candidates cannot apply to these colleges, even if seats are shown as available. If you are a male candidate, ignore these rows.

**Army College of Dental Sciences:** This college is marked with an asterisk (*), indicating a special status. The college may have additional eligibility criteria (such as military service background or family connections). Before applying, contact the college or KNRUHS to confirm whether you meet any special requirements.

**Zero seats in your category:** If a college shows zero seats in your category, you cannot apply there in this mop-up phase. Do not waste time contacting the college or attempting to apply — the seats are not available for your category.

**NRI seat fees:** NRI seats typically have significantly higher fees than CAT-B seats. If you are an NRI candidate, confirm the exact fee structure with the college before applying, as fees can vary widely between colleges.

• ⚠️ RAJE and VRKW are female-only colleges — male candidates cannot apply
• ⚠️ Army College of Dental Sciences has special status — verify eligibility before applying
• ⚠️ Zero seats in your category = you cannot apply to that college in this phase
• ⚠️ NRI seats have much higher fees — confirm exact fees with the college

Colleges with the most available seats

If you are flexible about which college to choose, here are the colleges with the highest number of available seats in each category, which may increase your chances of getting a seat:

**CAT-B LOCAL (Telangana domiciled):** TRR Institute of Medical Sciences (16 seats), MediCity Institute of Medical Sciences (16 seats), and Mamata Academy of Medical Sciences (7 seats) have the most seats available.

**CAT-B UR (General/Unreserved):** Neelima Institute of Medical Sciences stands out with 59 UR seats available — significantly more than any other college. This is an unusually high number and may indicate that this college has had lower demand in earlier phases.

**CAT-C/NRI:** Nova Institute of Medical Sciences (36 seats), Chalmeda Ananda Rao Institute (18 seats), and S.V.S. Medical College (14 seats) have the most NRI seats available.

For dental colleges, Thirumala Institute of Dental Sciences (TIDS) has the most seats across all categories: 17 CAT-B LOCAL, 3 CAT-B UR, and 14 NRI seats.

• Medical colleges with most CAT-B LOCAL seats: TRR (16), MediCity (16), Mamata Academy (7)
• Medical colleges with most CAT-B UR seats: Neelima (59) — exceptionally high
• Medical colleges with most NRI seats: Nova (36), Chalmeda Ananda Rao (18), S.V.S. (14)
• Dental college with most seats overall: Thirumala Institute of Dental Sciences (TIDS)

What happens next: mop-up counselling schedule

This seat matrix has been released on 16 October 2026, but the notice does not specify the exact dates for mop-up counselling registration, choice-filling, or allotment. KNRUHS will announce these dates separately, likely within the next few days. Watch the KNRUHS website (knruhs.telangana.gov.in) and your registered email/phone number for the official mop-up counselling notification.

When the mop-up counselling is announced, you will need to: (1) register on the KNRUHS counselling portal if you have not already done so, (2) fill in your choices of colleges and courses in order of preference, (3) pay any applicable counselling fee, and (4) wait for the allotment result. The process is the same as in earlier phases, but with fewer seats available.

If you are an NRI candidate, you will not participate in KNRUHS state counselling. Instead, contact the colleges directly to inquire about their NRI admission process, application deadlines, and fees.

• Mop-up counselling dates have not yet been announced — check KNRUHS website daily
• When announced, you will register, fill choices, pay fee, and wait for allotment
• NRI candidates: contact colleges directly; you do not participate in state counselling

Common mistakes to avoid

**Mistake 1: Assuming a college with zero seats in your category will make an exception.** They will not. If the matrix shows zero seats in your category, that college is not accepting applications in your category for this phase. Do not waste time contacting the college or attempting to apply.

**Mistake 2: Applying to a female-only college if you are male.** Your application will be rejected. Check the college name carefully — if it says 'for Female Candidates only', do not apply.

**Mistake 3: Not checking the college code.** When you fill your choices during counselling, you will need to enter the college code (e.g., APLO, KMHD). Using the wrong code will result in your choice being registered for the wrong college. Double-check the code from this matrix.

**Mistake 4: Ignoring the mop-up counselling schedule.** If you miss the registration or choice-filling deadline, you will not be able to participate in the mop-up phase. Mark the dates on your calendar as soon as they are announced.

**Mistake 5: Not verifying NRI eligibility and fees.** If you are an NRI candidate, confirm with the college that you meet their definition of NRI and that you can afford the fees before applying. NRI fees are typically 3-5 times higher than CAT-B fees.

• ⚠️ Zero seats = you cannot apply; do not contact the college
• ⚠️ Female-only colleges: male candidates will be rejected
• ⚠️ Use the correct college code from the matrix when filling choices
• ⚠️ Do not miss the mop-up counselling registration and choice-filling deadlines
• ⚠️ NRI candidates: verify eligibility and fees with the college before applying

Frequently asked questions

This seat matrix is your roadmap for the final mop-up phase of Management Quota admissions for MBBS and BDS in Telangana for 2026-27. Check the matrix carefully to identify colleges with available seats in your category, note the college codes, and prepare your documents. Watch the KNRUHS website (knruhs.telangana.gov.in) closely for the mop-up counselling schedule, which will be announced within the next few days. If you are an NRI candidate, contact your preferred colleges directly immediately — do not wait for the state counselling schedule. This is your final opportunity to secure a seat for 2026-27.