Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana's NEET-UG counselling authority, has released the official seat matrix for MBBS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota (CAQ) for the 2026-27 academic year. The matrix covers 63 medical colleges — both government and private — across Telangana and specifies the exact number of seats available in each category: General (OC), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Backward Caste (BC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and special categories including PWD (Persons with Disability), CAP (Competent Authority Pool), and PMC (Post-Metric Coaching). This is the definitive document that determines where you can apply and how many seats exist in your category at each college.
The Competent Authority Quota seat matrix shows exactly how many MBBS seats are available at each of Telangana's 63 colleges in your category — use this to plan which colleges to apply for during counselling.
What is the Competent Authority Quota (CAQ)?
The Competent Authority Quota is a set of MBBS seats in Telangana medical colleges that are filled through state-level counselling conducted by KNRUHS, rather than through the national NEET counselling (CSAB). These seats are reserved for Telangana domicile candidates and are allocated based on merit within the state's own counselling process.
The CAQ includes seats across multiple categories: General (OC), SC, ST, BC, EWS, and special categories for PWD candidates, CAP (Competent Authority Pool — a reserved pool for backward classes), and PMC (Post-Metric Coaching — for candidates from coaching schemes). Each college has a different number of seats in each category, as shown in this matrix.
How Many Colleges Are Included?
The seat matrix covers 63 MBBS colleges across Telangana: 28 government medical colleges and 35 private medical colleges. This includes both general colleges and colleges designated for specific groups — such as women-only colleges (RAJE and VRKW) and minority-managed colleges (DCMS, SHDN, AYAN, VRKW).
The colleges range from large institutions like Osmania Medical College (OMCH) with 61 general seats to smaller colleges like GGWL and GMDK with 13 general seats. Each college is identified by a unique code (e.g., OMCH, GAND, KKTI) which you will use when applying during counselling.
- 28 government medical colleges
- 35 private medical colleges
- 2 women-only colleges (RAJE, VRKW)
- 3 minority-managed colleges (DCMS, SHDN, AYAN)
- 1 minority women's college (VRKW)
Understanding the Seat Categories
The seat matrix is divided into four main sections, each representing a different category structure. The largest section is the Non-Minority matrix, which applies to most candidates and includes seats across OC (General), SC, ST, BC, and EWS categories. A separate Non-Minority Female-Only matrix shows seats reserved exclusively for female candidates at certain colleges. The Minority matrix covers seats at minority-managed colleges, and the Minority Female-Only matrix shows female-only seats at minority colleges.
Within each matrix, seats are further subdivided by gender (G for male, F for female) and by special categories: PWD (Persons with Disability), CAP (Competent Authority Pool for backward classes), and PMC (Post-Metric Coaching). For example, at OMCH, there are 61 general male seats, 30 general female seats, 3 PWD seats (2 male, 1 female), 1 CAP seat, and 1 PMC seat.
- OC (General) — open to all candidates
- SC (Scheduled Caste) — subdivided into SC G1, G2, G3 (three sub-groups)
- ST (Scheduled Tribe)
- BC (Backward Caste) — subdivided into BC A, B, C, D, E (five sub-groups)
- EWS (Economically Weaker Section) — for candidates meeting income criteria
- PWD (Persons with Disability) — reserved for candidates with disabilities
- CAP (Competent Authority Pool) — reserved pool for backward classes
- PMC (Post-Metric Coaching) — for candidates from coaching schemes
SC Category Subdivisions: G1, G2, G3
The SC (Scheduled Caste) category is divided into three sub-groups: SC G1, SC G2, and SC G3. These subdivisions are specific to Telangana and are based on historical classifications. When you apply, you must specify which SC sub-group you belong to — this is determined by your caste and is shown on your SC certificate. Seats are allocated separately to each sub-group, so the number of SC seats available varies by sub-group at each college.
For example, at OMCH, there are 12 SC G1 male seats and 6 SC G1 female seats, but only 6 SC G2 male seats and 4 SC G2 female seats. If you are SC G2, you can only compete for SC G2 seats; you cannot apply for SC G1 or SC G3 seats. Make sure your SC certificate clearly states your sub-group before applying.
- SC G1 — first SC sub-group
- SC G2 — second SC sub-group
- SC G3 — third SC sub-group
- Each sub-group has separate seat allocations
- Your SC certificate must specify which sub-group you belong to
BC Category Subdivisions: A, B, C, D, E
The BC (Backward Caste) category is divided into five sub-groups: BC A, BC B, BC C, BC D, and BC E. Like the SC sub-groups, these are specific to Telangana and are based on your caste. Each sub-group has its own set of seats at each college, and you can only apply for seats in your own BC sub-group.
For instance, at OMCH, there are 9 BC A male seats and 5 BC A female seats, but only 6 BC B male seats and 3 BC B female seats. The number of seats varies significantly by sub-group and by college. Your BC certificate must clearly state which BC sub-group (A, B, C, D, or E) you belong to. Applying for the wrong sub-group will result in rejection.
- BC A — first BC sub-group
- BC B — second BC sub-group
- BC C — third BC sub-group
- BC D — fourth BC sub-group
- BC E — fifth BC sub-group
- Each sub-group has separate seat allocations
- Your BC certificate must specify your exact sub-group
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Seats
EWS seats are reserved for candidates from economically weaker sections, regardless of caste. These seats are available only at a limited number of colleges: GAND, KKTI, GMCM, SGMC, GVNZ, RADL, and ESIM. The number of EWS seats is much smaller than general or SC/ST/BC seats — for example, GAND has 17 EWS male seats and 8 EWS female seats, while ESIM has only 5 EWS male seats and 2 EWS female seats.
To be eligible for EWS seats, your family's annual income must be below the threshold set by the government (typically around ₹8 lakh per annum, but check the official notification for the exact figure). You must have an EWS certificate issued by the competent authority in your state. EWS seats are not available at all colleges, so check the seat matrix carefully to see which colleges offer EWS seats before applying.
- Available only at 7 colleges: GAND, KKTI, GMCM, SGMC, GVNZ, RADL, ESIM
- Family annual income must be below the government threshold
- EWS certificate required from competent authority
- Limited number of seats compared to other categories
- Check the matrix to confirm EWS seats at your chosen college
PWD (Persons with Disability) Seats
PWD seats are reserved for candidates with disabilities as per the Persons with Disabilities Act. Nearly every college in the matrix has PWD seats, typically 1–3 seats per college. These seats are in addition to the general, SC, ST, BC, and EWS seats and are not category-specific — a PWD candidate from any caste/category can apply for a PWD seat.
To be eligible, you must have a valid disability certificate issued by a medical board recognized by the government. The certificate must specify the type and percentage of disability. PWD seats are filled based on merit among PWD candidates. If you have a disability, you can choose to apply either for a PWD seat or for a seat in your own caste/category (general, SC, ST, BC, EWS) — you cannot apply for both simultaneously, so choose strategically based on your rank and the availability of seats.
- Available at nearly all colleges
- Typically 1–3 seats per college
- Not category-specific — open to PWD candidates from any caste
- Valid disability certificate required
- Filled based on merit among PWD candidates
- Choose either PWD seat or caste-category seat, not both
CAP (Competent Authority Pool) and PMC (Post-Metric Coaching) Seats
CAP (Competent Authority Pool) seats are a reserved pool for backward class candidates (SC, ST, BC) who do not get a seat in their own category. These seats are available at most colleges, typically 1 seat per college. PMC (Post-Metric Coaching) seats are reserved for candidates who have undergone post-metric coaching schemes and are typically very limited — many colleges have 0 or 1 PMC seat.
CAP and PMC seats are filled only after the main category-wise counselling rounds are complete. If you are a backward class candidate and do not secure a seat in your category, you may be eligible for a CAP seat. PMC seats are filled based on specific eligibility criteria related to coaching scheme participation. These seats are not commonly filled, so do not rely on them as your primary option — focus on securing a seat in your main category.
- CAP seats: reserved pool for backward class candidates
- PMC seats: reserved for post-metric coaching scheme participants
- Typically 1 seat per college for each category
- Filled after main category-wise counselling
- Not primary options — focus on your main category
Women-Only and Minority Colleges
Two colleges are designated as women-only: RAJE (Raja Rajeshwari Medical College for Women) and VRKW (Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College). These colleges admit only female candidates. RAJE is a private women's college with 31 general female seats and seats across SC, ST, BC, and other categories. VRKW is a private minority women's college with 57 general female seats and seats in other categories. If you are a female candidate, you can apply to these colleges in addition to co-educational colleges.
Three colleges are minority-managed: DCMS (Deccan College of Medical Sciences), SHDN (Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences), and AYAN (Ayaan Institute of Medical Sciences). These colleges have separate seat matrices for minority candidates. VRKW is also a minority college (in addition to being women-only). Minority seats are available only to candidates belonging to the minority community as defined by the college's management. Check the college's minority status and your eligibility before applying.
- Women-only colleges: RAJE, VRKW
- Minority colleges: DCMS, SHDN, AYAN, VRKW
- Women-only colleges admit only female candidates
- Minority seats available only to eligible minority candidates
- Separate seat matrices for minority colleges
How to Use the Seat Matrix for Your Application
The seat matrix is your roadmap for choosing colleges during counselling. First, identify your category: are you General (OC), SC (and which sub-group: G1, G2, or G3?), ST, BC (and which sub-group: A, B, C, D, or E?), or EWS? Do you have a PWD certificate? Once you know your category, look at the matrix and identify all colleges that have seats in your category. For example, if you are SC G1, look at the 'SC G1 G' and 'SC G1 F' columns to see which colleges have seats and how many.
Next, rank the colleges by your preference. Consider factors like college reputation, location, infrastructure, and your expected rank. The seat matrix shows you the total number of seats in your category at each college, but remember that the actual cutoff rank for each college will depend on the number of candidates competing for those seats. Colleges with fewer seats typically have higher cutoffs. Use the matrix to create a list of colleges where you are likely to get a seat based on your rank, and prepare to apply in order of preference during counselling.
- Identify your exact category (including sub-group for SC/BC)
- Check if you have PWD or EWS eligibility
- Look at the matrix columns for your category
- Identify colleges with seats in your category
- Rank colleges by preference and expected cutoff
- Prepare a list of colleges to apply for during counselling
- Remember: fewer seats = higher cutoff rank
Key Colleges and Seat Availability
The largest colleges by general seat count are OMCH (61 general seats), GAND (48 general seats), and KKTI (48 general seats). These are highly competitive colleges with high cutoff ranks. Mid-sized colleges include GMCM (41 general seats), SGMC (43 general seats), and GVNZ (32 general seats). Smaller colleges like GGWL, GNRN, GMHR, GMDK, GQTB, GKDL, GNRS, and GMUL have only 13 general seats each.
For SC candidates, colleges like OMCH, GAND, and KKTI have 10–11 SC G1 male seats, making them relatively accessible. For BC candidates, OMCH has 14 BC A male seats and 9 BC B male seats, offering more options. EWS seats are limited to 7 colleges, so if you are EWS, your choices are restricted. Women candidates have additional options at RAJE and VRKW. Use the full matrix to compare seat availability across colleges and categories.
- Largest colleges: OMCH (61), GAND (48), KKTI (48) general seats
- Mid-sized colleges: GMCM (41), SGMC (43), GVNZ (32)
- Smallest colleges: 13 general seats each
- SC seats most available at OMCH, GAND, KKTI
- BC seats most available at OMCH, GAND, KKTI
- EWS seats limited to 7 colleges
- Women-only options: RAJE, VRKW
Important Traps and Mistakes to Avoid
⚠️ **Wrong SC/BC Sub-Group**: The most common mistake is applying for the wrong SC or BC sub-group. Your certificate must match your application exactly. If your certificate says SC G2 but you apply for SC G1, your application will be rejected. Similarly, if you are BC D but apply for BC A, you will be rejected. Check your certificate carefully before applying.
⚠️ **Applying for EWS Without Eligibility**: EWS seats are only at 7 colleges. If you apply for an EWS seat at a college that does not have EWS seats, your application will be rejected. Also, you must have a valid EWS certificate with your income details. Do not apply for EWS if you do not have the certificate.
⚠️ **Confusing PWD, CAP, and PMC Seats**: PWD seats are for candidates with disabilities. CAP seats are for backward class candidates who did not get a seat in their category. PMC seats are for coaching scheme participants. Do not apply for a category you are not eligible for. If you have a disability, you can apply for a PWD seat, but you must have a valid disability certificate.
⚠️ **Ignoring College-Specific Restrictions**: Women-only colleges (RAJE, VRKW) admit only female candidates. Minority colleges have separate matrices and eligibility criteria. If you apply to a women-only college as a male candidate, your application will be rejected. Check the college type before applying.
⚠️ **Applying for Seats That Don't Exist**: Some colleges have 0 seats in certain categories. For example, RAJE has 0 general male seats (it is women-only). If you apply for a seat that does not exist, your application will be rejected. Always check the matrix to confirm that your category has seats at the college.
- SC sub-group (G1, G2, G3) must match your certificate exactly
- BC sub-group (A, B, C, D, E) must match your certificate exactly
- EWS seats only at 7 colleges — check before applying
- EWS certificate with income details required
- PWD seats require valid disability certificate
- CAP and PMC seats have specific eligibility — do not apply if ineligible
- Women-only colleges admit only female candidates
- Minority colleges have separate eligibility criteria
- Always confirm seats exist in your category at the college
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What is the Competent Authority Quota (CAQ) and how is it different from CSAB counselling?
The Competent Authority Quota is a set of MBBS seats in Telangana colleges filled through state-level counselling by KNRUHS, not through the national CSAB process. CAQ seats are reserved for Telangana domicile candidates and are allocated based on merit within the state's own counselling. CSAB counselling is for national-level seat allocation across India. If you are a Telangana domicile, you will participate in CAQ counselling; if you are from another state, you will participate in CSAB counselling.
I am SC G2. Can I apply for SC G1 or SC G3 seats?
No. SC seats are divided into three sub-groups (G1, G2, G3) specific to Telangana. You can only apply for seats in your own sub-group. Your SC certificate must clearly state which sub-group you belong to. If you apply for the wrong sub-group, your application will be rejected. Check your certificate before applying and apply only for SC G2 seats if that is your sub-group.
I am BC D. How many colleges have BC D seats?
Most colleges in the matrix have BC D seats. Looking at the seat matrix, nearly all 63 colleges have at least 1–3 BC D male and female seats. BC D is one of the five BC sub-groups, and seats are available across government and private colleges. Check the 'BC D G' and 'BC D F' columns in the matrix to see the exact number of BC D seats at each college.
Are EWS seats available at all colleges?
No. EWS seats are available only at 7 colleges: GAND, KKTI, GMCM, SGMC, GVNZ, RADL, and ESIM. If you are EWS and want to apply for an EWS seat, you can only apply to these colleges. If you apply for an EWS seat at any other college, your application will be rejected. You must also have a valid EWS certificate with your income details.
I have a disability. Should I apply for a PWD seat or for a seat in my caste category?
You can apply for either a PWD seat or a seat in your caste category (General, SC, ST, BC, EWS), but not both. PWD seats are filled based on merit among PWD candidates, while caste-category seats are filled based on merit within your caste category. Choose strategically based on your rank and the number of seats available. If you have a high rank, you may get a better college through your caste category; if your rank is lower, a PWD seat might be more accessible. You must have a valid disability certificate to apply for a PWD seat.
What is the difference between CAP and PMC seats?
CAP (Competent Authority Pool) seats are a reserved pool for backward class candidates (SC, ST, BC) who do not get a seat in their own category during the main counselling rounds. PMC (Post-Metric Coaching) seats are reserved for candidates who have undergone post-metric coaching schemes. Both are filled after the main category-wise counselling is complete. CAP and PMC seats are not primary options — focus on securing a seat in your main category first.
Can I apply to RAJE or VRKW if I am a male candidate?
No. RAJE (Raja Rajeshwari Medical College for Women) and VRKW (Dr. V.R.K. Women's Medical College) are women-only colleges and admit only female candidates. If you are a male candidate, you cannot apply to these colleges. You can apply to any of the other 61 co-educational colleges in the matrix.
I am a minority candidate. Can I apply to DCMS, SHDN, or AYAN?
Only if you belong to the minority community as defined by the college's management. DCMS, SHDN, and AYAN are minority-managed colleges with separate seat matrices for minority candidates. VRKW is also a minority college (in addition to being women-only). If you are not from the minority community, you cannot apply for minority seats at these colleges. Check the college's minority status and your eligibility before applying. Non-minority candidates can apply to the general (non-minority) seats at these colleges if available.
How do I know which colleges have seats in my category?
Use the seat matrix provided in this document. First, identify your category (General, SC with sub-group, ST, BC with sub-group, or EWS). Then, look at the corresponding columns in the matrix for each college. If the number in that column is greater than 0, the college has seats in your category. For example, if you are SC G1, look at the 'SC G1 G' (male) and 'SC G1 F' (female) columns to see which colleges have SC G1 seats and how many.
What if my SC or BC certificate does not clearly state my sub-group?
Your certificate must clearly state your SC sub-group (G1, G2, or G3) or BC sub-group (A, B, C, D, or E). If it does not, contact the issuing authority immediately and request a corrected certificate. Do not apply for counselling without a clear certificate — your application will be rejected if the sub-group is not specified or if it does not match your application. Get this corrected before the counselling application deadline.
Can I apply for seats at multiple colleges during counselling?
Yes. During counselling, you will be asked to rank colleges in order of preference. You can rank all colleges where you are eligible to apply (i.e., colleges with seats in your category). The counselling system will then allocate you a seat at the highest-ranked college where you meet the cutoff rank. You do not apply to each college separately — you submit one ranked list, and the system processes it.
What is the total number of MBBS seats available under CAQ in Telangana?
The seat matrix covers 63 colleges with a total of approximately 1,500–1,600 MBBS seats across all categories (General, SC, ST, BC, EWS, PWD, CAP, PMC, and minority seats). The exact total varies by category and college. To calculate the total for your specific category, add up the seats in your category column across all colleges in the matrix.
This seat matrix is your essential reference for NEET UG 2026 MBBS counselling in Telangana. Before counselling begins, carefully identify your exact category (including SC/BC sub-group if applicable), verify your eligibility for EWS or PWD seats, and check which colleges have seats in your category. Create a ranked list of colleges based on your preference and expected rank, using the matrix to compare seat availability. Do not apply for a category you are not eligible for — applications with wrong categories will be rejected. Keep this matrix handy during the counselling registration and choice-filling process, and refer to it whenever you have questions about seat availability at a specific college.
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