Telangana NEET UG 2026 Management Quota: Special Stray Vacancy Seats

Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana's state medical counselling authority, has released the available Management Quota seats for the Special Stray Vacancy Phase of NEET UG 2026 counselling. This phase allows candidates who were not allotted seats in earlier rounds to apply for remaining vacancies across 28 private MBBS colleges and 11 private BDS colleges in Telangana. The notice lists exactly how many seats each college has available in three categories: CAT-B (Local), CAT-B (UR — Unreserved), and CAT-C/NRI. If you are eligible for Management Quota counselling and missed earlier rounds, this is your opportunity to secure a seat.

What is the Special Stray Vacancy Phase?

The Special Stray Vacancy Phase is a counselling round held after the main Management Quota allotment rounds. It is designed to fill seats that remain vacant after candidates allotted in earlier rounds either do not join or withdraw. This phase gives a second (or later) chance to eligible candidates who were not allotted a seat in the previous rounds.

In Telangana, Management Quota seats are filled through a separate counselling process run by KNRUHS, independent of the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling. The Special Stray Vacancy Phase is part of this state-level process and is open only to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for Management Quota admission.

Who is Eligible for Management Quota Counselling?

Eligibility for Management Quota counselling is determined by each private medical college according to its own admission policy, which is approved by the state and central authorities. Generally, candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the college's eligibility criteria (which may include merit rank, category, domicile, or other factors set by the college) can apply.

The notice does not specify the exact eligibility criteria, as these are set by individual colleges. You must check the specific college's prospectus or admission guidelines to confirm you meet their requirements before applying. If you were eligible for earlier Management Quota rounds but not allotted, you remain eligible for this stray vacancy phase, provided you have not already joined another college.

Understanding the Three Seat Categories

The notice lists seats in three categories: CAT-B (Local), CAT-B (UR), and CAT-C/NRI. These categories determine which candidates can apply for each seat.

**CAT-B (Local):** These seats are reserved for candidates who are domiciled in Telangana (or meet the state's local residency criteria). The exact definition of 'local' is set by Telangana state rules; typically, it means you or your parents have lived in Telangana for a specified period or hold a Telangana domicile certificate.

**CAT-B (UR):** UR stands for Unreserved. These seats are open to any candidate, regardless of domicile or category, as long as they meet the college's merit and eligibility criteria.

**CAT-C/NRI:** These seats are for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs). Candidates in this category typically pay higher fees and must meet NRI/PIO eligibility as defined by the college and state rules.

MBBS Colleges and Available Seats

The notice lists 28 private MBBS colleges in Telangana with their available Management Quota seats in the Special Stray Vacancy Phase. The total number of seats varies widely by college and category. Some colleges have no vacancies (0 seats in all categories), while others have multiple seats available.

For example, Nova Institute of Medical Sciences, Hayathnagar has 1 seat in CAT-B (Local), 0 in CAT-B (UR), and 34 in CAT-C/NRI. In contrast, Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Hyderabad has 0 seats in all three categories. This means Apollo has no stray vacancy seats available, while Nova has significant availability in the NRI category.

Several colleges are restricted to female candidates only: Raja Rajeshwari Institute of Medical Sciences, Patancheru (3 seats in CAT-C/NRI) and Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College, Moinabad (6 seats in CAT-C/NRI). Male candidates cannot apply to these colleges.

• 28 private MBBS colleges listed with seat availability
• Seats range from 0 to 34 per college per category
• Two colleges are for female candidates only
• Check your preferred college's exact seat count before applying

BDS Colleges and Available Seats

The notice also lists 11 private BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) colleges in Telangana with their available Management Quota seats. Like MBBS, BDS seats are available in the same three categories: CAT-B (Local), CAT-B (UR), and CAT-C/NRI.

BDS colleges generally have fewer total seats than MBBS colleges. For example, Meghana Institute of Dental Sciences, Mallaram has 6 seats in CAT-B (Local), 0 in CAT-B (UR), and 12 in CAT-C/NRI. Thirumala Institute of Dental Sciences, Nizamabad has 2 seats in CAT-B (Local), 2 in CAT-B (UR), and 15 in CAT-C/NRI. Several BDS colleges have no vacancies in any category.

Note: Army College of Dental Sciences, Jawahar Nagar is marked with an asterisk (*) in the notice, which typically indicates a special status or condition (such as being a deemed university or having different admission rules). Check the college's specific guidelines before applying.

• 11 private BDS colleges listed with seat availability
• BDS seats range from 0 to 15 per college per category
• Army College of Dental Sciences has a special status (marked with *)
• Verify your preferred college's exact seat count and any special conditions

Key Colleges with Significant Seat Availability

Several colleges have notable seat availability in this stray vacancy phase, particularly in the CAT-C/NRI category. Nova Institute of Medical Sciences, Hayathnagar stands out with 34 seats in CAT-C/NRI, making it the college with the highest NRI category availability. Father Colombo Institute of Medical Sciences, Warangal has 19 seats in CAT-C/NRI, and Chalmeda Ananda Rao Institute of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar has 16 seats in the same category.

For CAT-B (Local) seats, Meghana Institute of Dental Sciences, Mallaram has the highest availability with 6 seats. For CAT-B (UR) seats, Neelima Institute of Medical Sciences has 6 seats, and Thirumala Institute of Dental Sciences has 2 seats. If you are a local candidate or unreserved category candidate, these colleges may offer better chances.

However, remember that seat availability does not guarantee admission — your NEET rank, category, and the college's merit cutoff will determine whether you are allotted a seat. Colleges with many vacancies may have higher cutoffs or stricter eligibility criteria.

• Nova Institute (MBBS): 34 seats in CAT-C/NRI
• Father Colombo Institute (MBBS): 19 seats in CAT-C/NRI
• Chalmeda Ananda Rao Institute (MBBS): 16 seats in CAT-C/NRI
• Meghana Institute (BDS): 6 seats in CAT-B (Local)
• Neelima Institute (MBBS): 6 seats in CAT-B (UR)

Colleges with No Stray Vacancy Seats

Several colleges have 0 seats available in all three categories, meaning they have no vacancies in this stray vacancy phase. These colleges are fully filled and are not accepting any more candidates through Management Quota counselling at this time. If you are interested in these colleges, you will need to wait for future phases or rounds (if any are announced).

MBBS colleges with no vacancies: Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Kamineni Academy of Medical Sciences & Research Center, Mamata Academy of Medical Sciences, Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences (Nagunur Road), Maheshwara Medical College, MNR Medical College, Bhaskar Medical College, Dr. Patnam Mahender Reddy Institute of Medical Sciences, Deccan College of Medical Sciences, and Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences.

BDS colleges with no vacancies: Army College of Dental Sciences, Panineeya Mahavidyalaya Institute of Dental Sciences, Mamata Institute of Dental Sciences, SVS Dental College, MNR Dental College, and Sri Balaji Dental College. Do not apply to these colleges in this phase, as your application will not be processed.

• 10 MBBS colleges have 0 seats in all categories
• 6 BDS colleges have 0 seats in all categories
• Applying to these colleges in this phase will not result in allotment
• Check the full table to confirm your college has available seats

Important Restrictions: Female-Only Colleges

Two MBBS colleges are explicitly restricted to female candidates only: Raja Rajeshwari Institute of Medical Sciences, Patancheru, Sangareddy and Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College, Aziz Nagar, Moinabad, Hyderabad. Male candidates cannot apply to these colleges, even if they meet all other eligibility criteria.

Raja Rajeshwari Institute has 3 seats available in CAT-C/NRI, and Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College has 6 seats in CAT-C/NRI. If you are a female candidate, these colleges are open to you. If you are a male candidate, do not attempt to apply to these colleges — your application will be rejected.

• Raja Rajeshwari Institute: Female candidates only, 3 CAT-C/NRI seats
• Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College: Female candidates only, 6 CAT-C/NRI seats
• Male candidates: Do not apply to these colleges

How to Apply for Stray Vacancy Counselling

The notice does not provide detailed application instructions, dates, or a link to the counselling portal. To apply for the Special Stray Vacancy Phase, you must visit the official KNRUHS website (www.knruhs.telangana.gov.in) or the state counselling portal for Telangana NEET UG 2026 counselling. Look for announcements or notifications about the stray vacancy phase application window, registration link, and deadline.

Typically, stray vacancy counselling involves: (1) logging into the counselling portal with your NEET roll number and password, (2) filling in your choice of colleges and categories, (3) paying the counselling fee (if applicable), and (4) submitting your choices. The exact process and timeline will be specified in a separate notification from KNRUHS.

Before applying, ensure you have your NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, and any other documents required by the counselling authority. Check the KNRUHS website regularly for updates on the stray vacancy phase schedule.

• Visit www.knruhs.telangana.gov.in for application details
• Wait for a separate notification with application dates and portal link
• Prepare your NEET roll number, scorecard, and required documents
• Follow the step-by-step process on the counselling portal
• Pay any applicable counselling fee before submitting choices

What Happens After You Apply?

After you submit your choices in the stray vacancy phase, KNRUHS will process your application and generate an allotment list based on your NEET rank, category, and the college's merit cutoff. If you are allotted a seat, you will receive an allotment letter specifying the college, course (MBBS or BDS), and category of your seat.

You will then be required to report to the allotted college on the specified date to complete admission formalities, including document verification, fee payment, and hostel registration (if applicable). Failure to report on time may result in forfeiture of your seat.

If you are not allotted a seat in this phase, you may be eligible for future phases or rounds (if announced). Keep checking the KNRUHS website for updates.

• Allotment is based on NEET rank, category, and college cutoff
• You will receive an allotment letter if selected
• Report to the college on the specified date for admission formalities
• Failure to report may result in loss of your seat
• Check for future phases if not allotted in this round

Documents You May Need

While the notice does not list specific documents required for the stray vacancy phase, you should prepare the following based on standard NEET UG counselling procedures: (1) NEET admit card and scorecard, (2) Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates, (3) caste/category certificate (if applicable), (4) domicile certificate (for CAT-B Local seats), (5) NRI/PIO certificate (if applying under CAT-C/NRI), (6) medical fitness certificate, (7) character certificate, and (8) passport-size photographs.

The exact list of documents required will be specified in the allotment letter or the college's admission guidelines. Do not wait until the last moment to gather these documents — start collecting them now. Any missing or incorrect document can delay your admission or result in rejection.

• NEET admit card and scorecard (mandatory)
• Class 10 and 12 certificates and mark sheets
• Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile certificate (for CAT-B Local seats)
• NRI/PIO certificate (for CAT-C/NRI seats)
• Medical fitness certificate
• Character certificate
• Passport-size photographs

Frequently asked questions

This notice lists the available Management Quota seats for the Special Stray Vacancy Phase in Telangana NEET UG 2026 counselling. Check the tables above to confirm your preferred college has available seats in your eligible category (CAT-B Local, CAT-B UR, or CAT-C/NRI). Visit www.knruhs.telangana.gov.in immediately to find the application dates, portal link, and detailed instructions for the stray vacancy phase. Gather all required documents (NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, caste certificate if applicable, and others) now, as the application window may be short. Do not delay — stray vacancy phases often have limited time windows.