Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) has released the first-phase MBBS seat allotment results for NEET UG Counselling 2026 for the academic year 2026–27. The counselling is being conducted for MBBS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota in medical colleges affiliated with KNRUHS.
The counselling process covers seats in Government, Private Unaided Minority and Non-Minority medical colleges across Telangana.
Round 1 MBBS Counselling Moves Ahead
Before the allotment, KNRUHS released the college-wise seat matrix and final merit list and invited eligible candidates to exercise their web options for the first phase of counselling.
Candidates were required to select and prioritize their preferred medical colleges through the online web-option process. Based on the candidates' merit, NEET UG 2026 rank, category, eligibility and available seats, KNRUHS has now published the first-phase allotment.
Government Medical Colleges Included
The Round 1 seat matrix includes several established and newer government medical colleges in Telangana.
Some of the colleges included in the counselling are:
Osmania Medical College
Gandhi Medical College
Kakatiya Medical College
Government Medical College, Mahabubnagar
Government Medical College, Siddipet
Government Medical College, Nizamabad
RIMS, Adilabad
Government Medical College, Nalgonda
Government Medical College, Suryapet
Government Medical College, Mahabubabad
Government Medical College, Sangareddy
Government Medical College, Jagitial
Government Medical College, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Government Medical College, Wanaparthy
Government Medical College, Nagarkurnool
The seat matrix also includes MBBS seats in various private medical colleges affiliated with KNRUHS.
Private Medical Colleges Also Part of Counselling
Candidates have also been allotted seats across several private medical colleges. The participating institutions include MNR Medical College & Hospital, Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Maheshwara Medical College & Hospital, RVM Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, CMR Institute of Medical Sciences, NOVA Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bhaskar Medical College, Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, Mamata Medical College and others.
The availability of seats varies between institutions and categories.
EWS Seat Matrix Released
KNRUHS has also published a separate Economically Weaker Section (EWS) seat matrix. EWS seats are included across eligible government medical colleges, including Gandhi Medical College, Kakatiya Medical College, Government Medical College Mahabubnagar, Siddipet, Nizamabad and RIMS Adilabad.
What Candidates Should Do After Allotment
Candidates who have received a seat in Round 1 should carefully check their allotment details and follow the instructions issued by KNRUHS regarding fee payment, document verification and reporting to the allotted medical college.
Candidates should also keep their original documents and required certificates ready and complete the admission formalities within the prescribed timeline.
What This Means for NEET UG 2026 Aspirants
The release of the first-phase allotment marks an important stage in the Telangana NEET UG 2026 MBBS admission process. Students who could not secure their preferred college in Round 1 should continue to monitor official KNRUHS notifications for subsequent counselling phases and seat availability.
Since medical seat availability and admission schedules can change during counselling, candidates should rely on the official KNRUHS notifications for the latest deadlines and instructions.
Key Takeaway
With the Round 1 allotment now released, Telangana's MBBS admission process has progressed to the next stage. Candidates should check their allotment status, complete the required admission formalities on time and stay updated about further rounds of counselling.
For students still exploring MBBS admission options in India or abroad, comparing fees, recognition, clinical exposure, admission requirements and long-term career prospects is essential before making a final decision.
