KNRUHS MBBS/BDS Admissions Under Competent Authority Quota for AY 2026-27: Provisional Merit List Released

Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences Declares Provisional Merit List for MBBS and BDS Seats — Category-Wise and Female-Wise Lists Available for Download at OneCET

Hyderabad, Date 24.08.2026 — The Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Warangal, has officially released the Provisional Merit List of candidates eligible for admission into MBBS and BDS courses under the Competent Authority Quota (CQ) for the academic year 2026-27. This marks a crucial milestone in the medical admissions calendar for the state of Telangana, as thousands of aspirants who appeared for the NEET-UG 2026 examination now await their fate in the seat allotment process.

What is the KNRUHS Provisional Merit List?

The Provisional Merit List is a rank-ordered list of all eligible candidates who have applied for MBBS and BDS seats in government medical and dental colleges, as well as private colleges participating under the Competent Authority Quota in the state of Telangana. This list is prepared based on:

  • NEET-UG 2026 Score secured by the candidate

  • Local/Non-Local status as per Telangana state rules

  • Category certificate (OC, BC, SC, ST, EWS) duly verified

  • Special category claims (PH/NCC/CAP/Sports/Army etc.) if applicable

It is important to note that this is a provisional list, meaning it is subject to corrections, objections, and finalization based on grievances received from candidates.

Seat Matrix Under Competent Authority Quota

The Competent Authority Quota constitutes the government-controlled portion of seats in both government and private medical/dental colleges. For AY 2026-27, the approximate seat distribution under CQ is 6665. If you want detailed category wise list then send me WhatsApp.

Understanding Parallel Female Reservation

Telangana follows a unique Horizontal Reservation of 33⅓% for women within each vertical category (OC, BC, SC, ST, EWS). This is called Parallel Female Reservation, which works as follows:

  1. Within each category (say OC), 33⅓% of the total seats are earmarked for female candidates.

  2. Female candidates compete among themselves for these reserved seats based on their NEET rank.

  3. A female candidate who qualifies under the female quota cannot be counted again in the general pool of that category — she occupies only one seat.

  4. If insufficient female candidates are available in a particular category, the unfilled female seats lapse and are not transferred to males.

This system ensures that women get a fair share of medical seats without reducing the overall availability for male candidates in the general pool.

How to Download Category-Wise and Female-Wise Merit Lists

Candidates who wish to view category-specific or female-specific merit lists can now download them directly from OneCET — the unified platform for counselling and admission-related resources.

🔗 Download at: onecet

What Should Candidates Do After the Provisional Merit List?

1. Check Your Name and Details Thoroughly

Every candidate must verify:

  • ✅ Name spelling matches NEET-UG records

  • ✅ NEET-UG 2026 Roll Number is correct

  • ✅ Rank displayed is accurate as per NEET score

  • ✅ Category is correctly reflected (OC/BC-A/BC-B/SC/ST/EWS)

  • ✅ Local status (OU/AU/SVU/Non-Local) is correctly mentioned

  • ✅ Gender is correctly marked (critical for female reservation)

  • ✅ Special category claims (if any) are properly recorded

2. File Objections/Grievances If Any

If a candidate finds any discrepancy in the provisional merit list, they must:

  • Submit a written objection/grievance to the Convener, KNRUHS Admissions Committee

  • Attach supporting documents (NEET scorecard, caste certificate, local certificate, etc.)

  • Submit within the specified deadline (usually 3-5 days from the date of publication)

  • Objections received after the deadline will not be entertained

3. Do NOT Expect Rank Changes Without Valid Grounds

Mere dissatisfaction with rank will NOT be considered. Objections are entertained only for:

  • Incorrect data entry (name, roll number, category)

  • Missing names of eligible candidates

  • Wrong category assignment

  • Error in local status determination

  • Technical/clerical errors in score mapping

4. Wait for the Final Merit List

After resolving all grievances, KNRUHS will publish the Final Merit List. This list will be used for:

  • Web-based counselling process

  • Certificate verification

  • Option entry for seat selection

  • Seat allotment results

Important Points to Remember

For General Candidates (OC)

  • Competition is the highest in the OC category

  • No reservation benefit applies — selection is purely merit-based

  • However, OC females can still benefit from the 33⅓% parallel female reservation within OC

For EWS Candidates

  • EWS certificate must be issued by the competent authority for the current financial year

  • Income certificate showing family income below ₹8 lakhs per annum is mandatory

  • EWS candidates cannot claim both EWS and any BC/SC/ST reservation simultaneously

For BC Candidates

  • BC certificates must have been issued before the cut-off date specified by the government

  • BC-A, B, C, D, E are treated as separate categories — no inter-changeability

  • Local area reservation rules apply within BC categories

For SC Candidates

  • SC Group-I, Group-II, and Group-III are distinct sub-categories

  • The SC group mentioned in the caste certificate must match the application

  • Creamy layer concept does NOT apply to SC candidates

For ST Candidates

  • ST certificates require verification from the Revenue Department

  • Some ST communities may have very limited seats — check the specific group-wise allocation

For Female Candidates

  • Gender field in the application must be correct — errors here can disqualify from female quota

  • Female candidates from reserved categories (BC/SC/ST) get dual benefit — vertical reservation + horizontal female reservation

  • A BC-A female, for example, competes first among all BC-A candidates for the general pool, AND separately among BC-A females for the female reserved seats

Role of OneCET in Simplifying Access

OneCET has emerged as a one-stop resource for medical admission aspirants in Telangana. For the KNRUHS AY 2026-27 provisional merit list, OneCET provides:

  • 📄 Direct download links for all category-wise merit lists

  • 👩‍🎓 Separate female-wise lists for easy analysis of parallel reservation

  • 📊 Analytical tools to check cutoff trends

  • 📰 Real-time updates on any corrections or revised lists

  • 💡 Guidance articles on counselling process, option entry strategy, and college preferences

Candidates are strongly advised to bookmark OneCET and check regularly for updates, as the admission process moves quickly and missing a deadline can cost a valuable seat.

What Comes Next — The Counselling Process

Once the Final Merit List is published, the actual web-based counselling begins. Here's a brief overview:

Step 1: Certificate Verification

  • Shortlisted candidates must attend in person with all original certificates

  • Verification of caste, local, income, special category certificates

  • Biometric verification to prevent impersonation

Step 2: Choice Filling (Option Entry)

  • Candidates log into the KNRUHS counselling portal

  • Enter preferences of colleges and courses in order of priority

  • Strategy matters — entering realistic choices based on rank is crucial

  • Options can be modified multiple times within the window

Step 3: Seat Allotment

  • Seats are allotted based on merit + category + preferences entered

  • The parallel female reservation is applied automatically during allotment

  • Results published on the portal — login to check allotted seat

Step 4: Reporting and Joining

  • Allotted candidates must report to the allotted college within the deadline

  • Pay the tuition fee and complete admission formalities

  • Failure to report means forfeiture of seat

Step 5: Subsequent Rounds

  • Second round for upward movement and vacant seats

  • Mop-up round for remaining vacancies

  • Stray vacancy round as a final fill-up exercise

Expert Advice for Candidates

"The provisional merit list is not just a formality — it is your last chance to ensure your data is correct before the final list locks everything in. Every candidate, regardless of rank, must check it thoroughly."

Strategic Tips:

  1. Download your category list from OneCET and count how many candidates are above you — this gives a realistic picture of your chances

  2. Female candidates should specifically download the female-wise list to understand their position under parallel reservation

  3. Reserved category candidates should also check the OC list — if your rank is competitive, you may get an OC seat, freeing up your category seat for others

  4. Prepare your choice list in advance — don't wait for option entry to start researching colleges

  5. Keep all documents ready — certificate verification happens quickly and there's no time for last-minute arrangements

Conclusion

The release of the KNRUHS Provisional Merit List for MBBS/BDS Admissions under Competent Authority Quota for AY 2026-27 is the beginning of an intensive counselling season. With over 6,665 MBBS seats and additional BDS seats up for grabs, the competition remains fierce across all categories.

The availability of category-wise and female-wise merit lists on OneCET has made it significantly easier for candidates to analyze their position, understand the parallel female reservation impact, and plan their counselling strategy effectively.

Every candidate must act now — download the relevant lists from OneCET, verify every detail in the provisional merit list, file grievances if necessary, and prepare for the counselling process ahead.