Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana, has opened the second phase of web-based counselling for MBBS admissions under Competent Authority Quota (CQ) for the 2026–27 academic year. This phase is for candidates who were eligible and reported in the first phase of counselling. Two colleges—SVS Medical College, Mahabubnagar, and Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences, Vikarabad—have increased their intake from 200 to 250 seats each, creating additional vacancies. Eligible candidates can now exercise web options (choose colleges in order of preference) from 11 to 14 September 2026, and seat allotment will be released on 15 September. This is a critical opportunity for candidates to slide to a different college or secure a seat if they did not get one in phase 1.
If you were eligible and reported in phase 1 counselling, you can now exercise web options for MBBS seats from 4:30 PM on 11 Sept to 1:00 PM on 14 Sept 2026 at https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/; allotment comes on 15 Sept.
What is the second phase of counselling and who can apply?
The second phase of counselling is an additional round of seat allocation for MBBS admissions under Competent Authority Quota (CQ). It is held to fill vacant seats from the first phase and to accommodate newly increased intake at two colleges. This phase is NOT open to all NEET-qualified candidates—only those who meet specific eligibility criteria can participate.
To be eligible for the second phase, you must satisfy ALL of the following: (1) Your name must appear in the final merit list for Competent Authority Quota published on 28 August 2026 or in subsequent addendums on the KNRUHS website. (2) You must have uploaded your certificates (caste, income, domicile, etc.) at the time of online registration and they must have been provisionally verified by the university staff. (3) You must have exercised web options (filled choices) in the first phase of counselling. (4) You must have reported (joined) at the college allotted to you in phase 1 and be continuing your course there. If you were allotted a seat in phase 1 but did not report or discontinued after joining, you are NOT eligible for phase 2.
- Your name must be on the final CQ merit list (28 Aug 2026 or later addendums)
- Your certificates must have been uploaded and provisionally verified during registration
- You must have exercised web options in phase 1 counselling
- You must have reported and joined at your phase 1 allotted college
- You must be continuing your course (not discontinued)
Important dates and timeline for phase 2
The second phase of counselling operates on a tight schedule. Mark these dates clearly in your calendar, as missing even one deadline will disqualify you from this round.
Web options (choice filling) opens at 4:30 PM on 11 September 2026 and closes at 1:00 PM on 14 September 2026. You have approximately 2 days and 20 hours to log in, review available colleges, and submit your choices. After 1:00 PM on 14 September, the portal will close and no further options can be submitted. Seat allotment will be released on 15 September 2026. You will receive an SMS notification on your registered mobile number, and you can also log in to https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/ to check your allotment status.
- Web options open: 4:30 PM on 11 September 2026
- Web options close: 1:00 PM on 14 September 2026
- Seat allotment released: 15 September 2026
- You will receive SMS notification of allotment on your registered mobile
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Web options open | 11 September 2026 | 4:30 PM |
| Web options close | 14 September 2026 | 1:00 PM |
| Seat allotment released | 15 September 2026 | — |
How to exercise web options: step-by-step process
Exercising web options means logging into the counselling portal and selecting colleges in order of your preference. The system will then allocate you a seat based on your choices, your merit rank, and availability. Follow these steps carefully.
Step 1: Log in to the portal at https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/ using your registration credentials (username and password). You must use a computer with a stable internet connection; mobile browsers may not work reliably. Step 2: Review the seat matrix (available vacant and enhanced seats) for all KNRUHS-affiliated medical colleges on the university website at http://knruhs.telangana.gov.in. Note that the notice mentions SVS Medical College, Mahabubnagar, and Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences, Vikarabad, have increased from 200 to 250 seats each. Step 3: Select colleges in order of preference. There is NO limit on the number of colleges you can choose—you can select as many as you wish. However, only select colleges you genuinely want to join; do not fill options for colleges you are not interested in, as this can block seats for other candidates. Step 4: After submitting your choices, you will receive a one-time password (OTP) consisting of a six-letter code (A–Z capital letters) on your registered mobile number. Save this code. Step 5: Take a printout of your saved options for your records. Step 6: Wait for the allotment result on 15 September 2026.
- Log in to https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/ with your registration credentials
- Use a computer with internet connection (not mobile browser)
- Review the seat matrix on http://knruhs.telangana.gov.in
- Select colleges in order of preference (no limit on number of choices)
- Only select colleges you genuinely want to join
- You will receive a 6-letter OTP code on your registered mobile
- Print your saved options for your records
- Check allotment status on 15 September 2026
Understanding 'sliding' and what happens if you get a new seat
Sliding is a key feature of phase 2 counselling. It means that if you are allotted a seat in a college you ranked higher in your preferences, your previous seat from phase 1 will be automatically cancelled and given to the next eligible candidate. This creates a cascade of seat movements. For example, if you were allotted a seat at College A in phase 1 but ranked College B higher in phase 2 and get allotted to College B, your College A seat is automatically cancelled.
This is important: if you slide to a different college in phase 2, you MUST get relieved (formally withdraw) from your phase 1 college, collect all your original certificates and any fees paid, and then report to your new (slided) college before the joining deadline specified on your new allotment order. If you do not join the slided college by the deadline, your admission will be cancelled automatically and you will NOT be eligible for any further phases of counselling. The university uses this rule to prevent seat blocking—if you accept a seat and then do not join, you waste that seat for other candidates.
Conversely, if you are allotted a seat in phase 2 and do not join that college, you will also be barred from all subsequent phases of counselling. The message is clear: only exercise web options for colleges you are genuinely willing to join and can reach by the deadline.
- Sliding = automatic cancellation of your phase 1 seat if you get a higher-ranked college in phase 2
- Your phase 1 seat is given to the next eligible candidate
- If you slide, you must get relieved from phase 1 college and collect your certificates
- You must report to your new (slided) college before the joining deadline
- If you do not join the slided college, your admission is cancelled and you cannot apply in further phases
- Do not exercise options for colleges you will not join
Fees: university fee and tuition fee
If you are allotted a seat in phase 2, you will need to pay two types of fees: a university fee and a tuition fee. Understand the difference and the payment rules.
University Fee: You must pay Rs. 12,000 as a one-time university fee for the MBBS course. This is paid online through the payment gateway using a debit card, credit card, or internet banking. You pay this fee AFTER you receive your allotment and BEFORE you can download your allotment order. Important: If you already paid the university fee in phase 1 counselling and you slide to a different college in phase 2, you do NOT need to pay the university fee again. The fee is per candidate, not per college. Once paid, it is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Tuition Fee: This is the college-specific fee and varies by college type. For Government Medical Colleges, the tuition fee is notified on each college's website—check the specific college's site for the exact amount. For Private Medical Colleges, the tuition fee is set by the state government order G.O.Ms.No. 98, HM&FW(C1) Department, dated 07.08.2026—again, check your allotted college's website for the exact amount. You pay the tuition fee directly to the college at the time of joining, not online through the portal.
- University fee: Rs. 12,000 (paid online via payment gateway after allotment)
- University fee is non-refundable
- If you paid university fee in phase 1 and slide in phase 2, do not pay again
- Tuition fee: varies by college (check college website)
- Government colleges: tuition fee on college website
- Private colleges: tuition fee as per G.O.Ms.No. 98, dated 07.08.2026 (check college website)
- Tuition fee paid directly to college at time of joining
| Fee Type | Amount | When Paid | How Paid | Refundable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Fee | Rs. 12,000 | After allotment, before downloading allotment order | Online via payment gateway (debit/credit card or internet banking) | No |
| Tuition Fee | Varies by college | At time of joining at college | Directly to college | Check college policy |
Competent Authority Quota (CQ) and category-specific rules
Competent Authority Quota (CQ) is a set of MBBS seats that the Telangana state government fills through its own counselling process, separate from the national NEET counselling. These seats are reserved for candidates who meet specific criteria set by the state. Within CQ, there are several sub-categories: EWS (Economically Weaker Section), PWD (Persons with Disability), PMC (Physically Handicapped), and CAP (Creamy Layer / General category). All of these categories are eligible to exercise web options in phase 2.
Special rule for Minority Medical Colleges: If a college is designated as a Minority Medical College (specifically, a Muslim Minority college), the CQ seats in that college can ONLY be allotted to Muslim Minority candidates. However, Muslim Minority candidates are also eligible to apply for CQ seats in all other (non-minority) medical colleges. This means a Muslim Minority candidate has more options than a non-minority candidate, but a non-minority candidate cannot apply for CQ seats in minority colleges. Make sure you understand your category and the colleges you are eligible for before filling your options.
- CQ includes EWS, PWD, PMC, and CAP categories
- All CQ categories eligible for phase 2 web options
- Minority Medical College CQ seats: Muslim Minority candidates only
- Muslim Minority candidates also eligible for CQ seats in non-minority colleges
- Non-minority candidates cannot apply for CQ seats in minority colleges
- Check your category certificate and college eligibility before filling options
Critical traps and rules that get admissions cancelled
The university has strict rules to prevent seat blocking and fraud. Violating these rules will result in automatic cancellation of your admission and permanent disqualification from further counselling rounds. Read these carefully.
Trap 1 – Not joining after allotment: If you are allotted a seat in phase 2 and do not join the college by the deadline specified on your allotment order, your admission will be cancelled automatically. You will then be ineligible for any further phases of counselling. This is a permanent bar—you cannot appeal or request reconsideration. The rule applies even if you have a valid reason (illness, accident, etc.). Plan your joining carefully and ensure you can reach the college by the deadline.
Trap 2 – Exercising options but not reporting in phase 1: If you exercised web options in phase 1 but did not report (join) at your allotted college, you are NOT eligible for phase 2. The university assumes you are not serious about admission and blocks you from further rounds. This rule is strictly enforced.
Trap 3 – Certificate discrepancies: The notice states that final verification of your original certificates will be conducted at the allotted/slided college. If there is any discrepancy between the certificates you uploaded and the originals you submit at the college, your provisional allotment will be cancelled. The university may also initiate action against you and your parent as per regulations. This could include legal consequences. Ensure all your certificates are genuine, match your uploaded versions, and are issued by authorized bodies.
Trap 4 – Sliding without joining: If you slide to a different college in phase 2 but do not join that college, you are barred from all subsequent phases. You cannot 'wait and see' or change your mind later. Once you slide, you must join the new college or lose your seat permanently.
Trap 5 – Original certificates not returned: Once you submit your original certificates at the college during admission, they will NOT be returned to you unless you discontinue the course. This is a permanent rule. Plan accordingly if you need your certificates for other purposes.
- ⚠️ Not joining after allotment = automatic cancellation + permanent bar from further phases
- ⚠️ Did not report in phase 1 = ineligible for phase 2
- ⚠️ Certificate discrepancies = allotment cancelled + possible action against you
- ⚠️ Slided but did not join = barred from all subsequent phases
- ⚠️ Original certificates not returned unless you discontinue course
- ⚠️ University fee non-refundable under any circumstances
- ✅ Only exercise options for colleges you will genuinely join
- ✅ Verify all your certificates before uploading
- ✅ Plan your joining date and ensure you can reach the college by deadline
Colleges with increased seats and what this means for you
Two colleges have increased their MBBS intake for 2026–27, creating additional seats available in phase 2: SVS Medical College, Mahabubnagar (increased from 200 to 250 seats = 50 new seats) and Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences, Vikarabad (increased from 200 to 250 seats = 50 new seats). These additional seats are available for allocation in phase 2 counselling.
What this means for you: If you did not get a seat in phase 1 or if you want to slide to a different college, these two colleges now have more vacancies. However, the notice does not specify how many of these new seats are under CQ (Competent Authority Quota) versus other quotas. Check the seat matrix on the KNRUHS website (http://knruhs.telangana.gov.in) to see the exact number of CQ seats available at each college. You can exercise web options for any KNRUHS-affiliated college, not just these two. The seat matrix will show you all available vacancies across all colleges.
- SVS Medical College, Mahabubnagar: 200 → 250 seats (50 new seats)
- Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences, Vikarabad: 200 → 250 seats (50 new seats)
- Check seat matrix on http://knruhs.telangana.gov.in for CQ seat availability
- You can exercise options for any KNRUHS-affiliated college
- Vacancies may arise from sliding of candidates from phase 1
What to do after you receive your allotment
Once your allotment is released on 15 September 2026, you will receive an SMS on your registered mobile number. You must then follow a specific sequence of steps to complete your admission. Failure to follow these steps or missing deadlines will result in automatic cancellation.
Step 1 – Check your allotment: Log in to https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/ and verify your allotment. Note the college name, seat type, and the joining deadline specified on your allotment order. Step 2 – Pay the university fee: Go to the payment gateway on the portal and pay Rs. 12,000 using your debit card, credit card, or internet banking. Step 3 – Download your allotment order: After payment, download your allotment order from the portal. This is your proof of allotment and contains the joining deadline. Step 4 – Report to the college: Visit the Principal's office of your allotted college on or before the date and time specified on your allotment order. Bring all your original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, NEET result, caste certificate, income certificate, domicile certificate, etc.), any relevant bonds (if applicable), and be prepared to pay the tuition fee. Step 5 – Complete admission: Submit all original documents, pay the tuition fee, and complete the admission process. Your admission is only confirmed once you have done this. If you do not complete these steps by the deadline, your admission will be cancelled automatically.
- ✅ Check allotment on https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/ on 15 Sept
- ✅ Note the joining deadline from your allotment order
- ✅ Pay university fee (Rs. 12,000) online via payment gateway
- ✅ Download your allotment order
- ✅ Report to college Principal on or before the deadline
- ✅ Bring all original certificates and relevant bonds
- ✅ Pay tuition fee to the college
- ✅ Complete admission process before deadline
- ⚠️ Missing the deadline = automatic cancellation
If you slide to a different college in phase 2
If you were allotted a seat at College A in phase 1 and you slide to College B in phase 2 (because you ranked College B higher and got allotted there), you must follow additional steps to complete your admission at College B.
Step 1 – Get relieved from College A: Visit the Principal of College A and formally request relief (withdrawal). Collect all your original certificates and any fees you paid. Step 2 – Report to College B: Visit the Principal of College B on or before the joining deadline specified on your new allotment order. Bring all your original certificates and be prepared to pay the tuition fee. Step 3 – Complete admission at College B: Submit all documents, pay the tuition fee, and complete the admission process. If you do not join College B by the deadline, your admission will be cancelled and you will be barred from all further phases of counselling. The university does not allow candidates to 'hold' multiple seats or delay joining. Once you slide, you must commit to the new college.
- Get relieved from your phase 1 college (formal withdrawal)
- Collect all original certificates and fees from phase 1 college
- Report to your new (slided) college before the joining deadline
- Bring all original certificates to the new college
- Pay tuition fee to the new college
- Complete admission at the new college
- ⚠️ Not joining the slided college = permanent bar from further phases
Contact information for technical and administrative help
If you face any issues while exercising web options or after receiving your allotment, the university has provided multiple contact channels. Use the appropriate channel for your type of problem.
For technical help with the portal (login issues, password reset, etc.): Call 9392685856, 7842136688, or 9059672216 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM). For technical issues specifically related to exercising web options: Email tsmedadm.tech@gmail.com. For clarifications on rules, regulations, and eligibility: Call 7901098840 or 9490585796. For any other issues: Email knrugadmission@gmail.com (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM only). For payment gateway issues (if your online payment fails): Call 9618240276. Save these numbers and emails for reference. The university support team is available only during business hours (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM), so plan your queries accordingly.
- Technical help (portal login, password): 9392685856, 7842136688, 9059672216
- Web options technical issues: tsmedadm.tech@gmail.com
- Rules and regulations clarifications: 7901098840, 9490585796
- Other issues: knrugadmission@gmail.com
- Payment gateway issues: 9618240276
- Support hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM only
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Am I eligible for phase 2 counselling if I was allotted a seat in phase 1 but did not report?
No. To be eligible for phase 2, you must have reported (joined) at your phase 1 allotted college and be continuing your course. If you were allotted a seat in phase 1 but did not report or discontinued after joining, you are NOT eligible for phase 2. The university uses this rule to prevent seat blocking.
What is the deadline for exercising web options in phase 2?
Web options can be exercised from 4:30 PM on 11 September 2026 to 1:00 PM on 14 September 2026. After 1:00 PM on 14 September, the portal will close and no further options can be submitted. Seat allotment will be released on 15 September 2026.
If I slide to a different college in phase 2, do I have to pay the university fee again?
No. The university fee of Rs. 12,000 is a one-time fee per candidate. If you already paid it in phase 1 and slide to a different college in phase 2, you do not need to pay the university fee again. However, you will need to pay the tuition fee to your new college.
What happens if I am allotted a seat in phase 2 but do not join the college by the deadline?
If you do not join the college by the deadline specified on your allotment order, your admission will be cancelled automatically. You will then be permanently barred from exercising web options in any further phases of counselling. This rule is strictly enforced.
Can I exercise web options for colleges I am not interested in?
You can, but you should not. The notice explicitly advises candidates to only exercise options for colleges they genuinely want to join. If you fill options for colleges you are not interested in and get allotted one of them, you must join or face permanent disqualification from further phases. Filling unnecessary options also blocks seats for other candidates.
Is there a limit on the number of colleges I can choose in phase 2?
No. There is no limit on the number of colleges you can select. You can exercise web options for any number of colleges you are interested in joining, as per your eligibility. However, only select colleges you genuinely want to join.
What is 'sliding' and what happens if I slide to a different college?
Sliding means that if you are allotted a seat at a college you ranked higher in your phase 2 preferences, your previous seat from phase 1 is automatically cancelled and given to the next eligible candidate. If you slide, you must get relieved from your phase 1 college, collect your certificates, and report to your new college before the joining deadline. If you do not join the new college, you are barred from all further phases.
What documents do I need to bring when I report to the college after allotment?
The notice does not provide a detailed list, but you must bring all original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, NEET result, caste certificate, income certificate, domicile certificate, etc.) and any relevant bonds. The college will conduct final verification of your certificates. If there are discrepancies, your allotment will be cancelled and action may be taken against you.
Can Muslim Minority candidates apply for CQ seats in non-minority colleges?
Yes. Muslim Minority candidates are eligible for Competent Authority Quota seats in both minority and non-minority medical colleges. However, CQ seats in Minority Medical Colleges can only be allotted to Muslim Minority candidates. Non-minority candidates cannot apply for CQ seats in minority colleges.
What is the university fee and when do I pay it?
The university fee is Rs. 12,000 for the MBBS course. You pay it online through the payment gateway (using debit card, credit card, or internet banking) after you receive your allotment and before you download your allotment order. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Will my original certificates be returned to me after admission?
No. Once you submit your original certificates at the college during admission, they will not be returned to you unless you discontinue the course. This is a permanent rule. Plan accordingly if you need your certificates for other purposes.
What should I do if I face technical issues while exercising web options?
Contact the technical support team at 9392685856, 7842136688, or 9059672216 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM), or email tsmedadm.tech@gmail.com. For payment gateway issues, call 9618240276. For clarifications on rules and regulations, call 7901098840 or 9490585796.
If you are eligible for phase 2 counselling (you reported in phase 1 and are continuing your course), log in to https://tsmedadm.tsche.in/ between 4:30 PM on 11 September and 1:00 PM on 14 September 2026 to exercise your web options. Select colleges carefully—only choose colleges you genuinely want to join. After allotment on 15 September, pay the university fee immediately, download your allotment order, and report to your college before the deadline. Do not miss any deadline or fail to join, as this will result in permanent disqualification from further counselling rounds. For any issues, contact the support numbers provided above.
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