AP OAMDC 2026 choice filling opens on June 27, 2026 — the order in which you rank your medical and dental college preferences directly determines which seat you receive in Round 1 allotment.
AP OAMDC (Andhra Pradesh Online Admissions to Medical and Dental Colleges) is the state-level counselling process for MBBS and BDS admissions in Andhra Pradesh, facilitated through the APSCHE portal. The allotment engine scans your ranked preference list from top to bottom and assigns you the first college-course combination for which your NEET UG rank and category qualify. A well-planned choice list can secure a government MBBS seat in Round 1 itself — without waiting for subsequent rounds.
- Choice filling for AP OAMDC 2026 opens on June 27, 2026 at the official APSCHE portal.
- There is no upper limit on choices — add every college-course combination you would accept, ranked from most to least preferred.
- The allotment picks your highest-ranked eligible choice — always rank aspirational colleges above safe ones.
- Government MBBS seats should rank above private colleges for the best combination of fee and clinical exposure.
- Choices must be locked before the deadline — unlocked preferences are not submitted for allotment.
| Direct Link — AP OAMDC 2026 Choice Filling Portal (Opens June 27, 2026) | apsche.ap.gov.in |
What is AP OAMDC Choice Filling?
Choice filling is the counselling step where you log into the APSCHE portal and build a ranked preference list of college-course combinations — MBBS or BDS, government or private. After the window closes, the allotment algorithm processes every student’s list simultaneously. It tries your Rank 1 choice first. If a seat is available there for your NEET UG rank and category, you get it. If not, it moves to Rank 2, then Rank 3, and so on. Aspirational choices at the top carry no penalty — the system skips them automatically if your rank does not qualify. This is why students should never place safe colleges above better options in their list.
AP OAMDC 2026 Choice Filling Schedule
The table below reflects the expected AP OAMDC 2026 counselling timeline based on official announcements. Students must lock choices within the window — no submission is accepted after the deadline closes.
| Event | Expected Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| AP OAMDC 2026 Choice Filling Opens | June 27, 2026 |
| Last Date to Lock Choices (Round 1) | To be announced on official portal |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | To be announced on official portal |
| Round 1 Reporting at Allotted College | To be announced on official portal |
Check apsche.ap.gov.in regularly for updated dates and any schedule revisions.
How to Fill Choices in AP OAMDC 2026
Follow these steps on the official APSCHE portal to complete your choice filling for Round 1:
- Visit apsche.ap.gov.in and log in with your registered application number and password.
- Click on "Choice Filling / Web Options" from your counselling dashboard.
- Filter the college list by course (MBBS or BDS), college type (Government / Private / Minority), and district.
- Click "Add" against every college-course combination you want to include in your preference list.
- Drag and reorder your added choices — most preferred at Rank 1, least preferred at the bottom.
- Review your complete ranked list carefully before proceeding.
- Click "Lock Choices" to finalise and submit your list for allotment.
- Download and save the confirmation receipt as proof of successful submission.
Lock your choices at least 24 hours before the deadline to avoid technical issues during peak portal traffic near closing time. If the portal allows editing before the deadline, unlock, revise, re-lock, and verify the updated confirmation receipt.
How to Rank Medical College Preferences for Best Round 1 Allotment
Your ranking order is the single most controllable factor in AP OAMDC counselling. Use this strategy framework to build a list that maximises your Round 1 outcome:
| Strategy | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Rank your dream college at Rank 1 | The allotment engine tries Rank 1 first. Placing a safe option at the top means you could receive a lesser seat even when a better one was available for your rank. |
| All government colleges before private | Government MBBS in Andhra Pradesh costs a fraction of private college fees annually. Rank every government option above a comparable private one. |
| MBBS above BDS throughout the list | If you prefer MBBS, all MBBS choices must rank higher than your BDS choices, or a BDS seat may be allotted when an MBBS seat was available. |
| Use previous-year closing ranks as a benchmark | If your NEET rank is at or better than a college’s 2024-25 closing rank for your category, that seat is realistically within reach. |
| Add aspirational choices without hesitation | The system skips choices where your rank does not qualify — there is no negative consequence for including colleges above your expected reach. |
| End your list with confirmed safety choices | Add at least two or three colleges where your rank is comfortably above the closing rank to guarantee a Round 1 seat if nothing higher comes through. |
| Factor in location selectively | Rank nearby colleges higher when quality is equal, but do not let location push a significantly better college down the list. |
AP OAMDC Previous Year Closing Ranks at a Glance (Based on 2024-25 Trends)
The ranges below are expected estimates based on 2024-25 allotment trends and are not confirmed 2026 cut-offs. Closing ranks vary by category and shift between rounds. Use these as a planning guide only.
| Government Medical College | OC Closing Rank (Approx.) | BC Closing Rank (Approx.) | SC Closing Rank (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam | ~3,000 – 5,500 | ~5,500 – 10,000 | ~12,000 – 18,000 |
| Guntur Medical College, Guntur | ~4,000 – 7,000 | ~7,000 – 13,000 | ~15,000 – 22,000 |
| Rangaraya Medical College, Kakinada | ~5,000 – 9,000 | ~9,000 – 15,000 | ~18,000 – 25,000 |
| Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada | ~6,000 – 10,000 | ~10,000 – 17,000 | ~20,000 – 28,000 |
| SVMC, Tirupati | ~7,000 – 12,000 | ~12,000 – 20,000 | ~22,000 – 32,000 |
| Government Medical College, Nellore | ~10,000 – 16,000 | ~16,000 – 25,000 | ~28,000 – 40,000 |
Closing ranks differ across OC, BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E, SC, ST, and EWS categories. Always use the official previous-year allotment data published on apsche.ap.gov.in for your specific category.
Factors to Consider Before Locking AP OAMDC 2026 Choices
- College type and fee: Government medical colleges offer subsidised fees and strong clinical training through attached district hospitals. Private unaided colleges cost significantly more per academic year.
- Your category eligibility: AP OAMDC reserves seats across OC, BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E, SC, ST, and EWS categories. Always compare your rank against closing ranks for your specific category — OC data does not apply to BC or SC/ST students.
- NMC recognition and hospital strength: Verify that each college has National Medical Commission approval and a hospital with adequate bed strength for clinical postings over the five-and-a-half-year MBBS programme.
- Course clarity — MBBS or BDS: Decide before you start adding choices. A mixed list without a clear MBBS-first order can result in a BDS seat being allotted when an MBBS option was available for your rank.
- Minority and management quota seats: Some seats in private colleges are filled under minority or management quota with separate rules and are not part of the merit-based state quota allotment. Do not confuse these with regular merit seats when researching fees or eligibility.
- Location and practicality: Consider hostel availability, travel distance, and proximity to family when comparing otherwise equal colleges — but weigh these against the quality gap before moving a better college down your list.
Common Mistakes to Avoid During AP OAMDC 2026 Choice Filling
- Not locking choices before the deadline: Added preferences that are not locked are treated as incomplete and are not submitted for allotment. Always lock and verify the confirmation receipt.
- Ranking a safe college at Rank 1: If your safest option appears first, you may be allotted there even when a higher-ranked government seat was available for your NEET score.
- Not adding all eligible colleges: Leaving out colleges where you qualify reduces your Round 1 coverage. Add first, sort later.
- Using OC closing ranks for BC, SC, or ST categories: Category-specific closing ranks differ significantly. A college reachable under SC category may appear far out of range under OC data.
- Mixing MBBS and BDS without a clear order: Randomly alternating MBBS and BDS choices can result in a BDS allotment when an MBBS seat was available at a lower-ranked choice.
- Submitting near the portal deadline: Traffic spikes in the final hours can cause timeouts. Complete and lock choices at least 24 hours before the window closes.
AP OAMDC 2026 Choice Filling FAQs
Ques. When does AP OAMDC 2026 choice filling start?
Ans. AP OAMDC 2026 choice filling is expected to start on June 27, 2026. Students must log in to the official APSCHE portal at apsche.ap.gov.in and submit their ranked preference list before the closing deadline announced on the portal.
Ques. How many choices can I fill in AP OAMDC 2026?
Ans. There is no upper limit on choices in AP OAMDC. You should add every college-course combination you would be willing to attend and rank them from most preferred to least preferred. A longer, well-ordered list improves your Round 1 allotment chances.
Ques. What happens if I do not lock my AP OAMDC 2026 choices?
Ans. Unlocked choices are not processed for allotment. You will not receive a Round 1 seat if your preference list is not locked before the deadline. Always click "Lock Choices" and download the confirmation receipt as proof of submission.
Ques. Should I rank government or private medical colleges first in AP OAMDC?
Ans. Rank government medical colleges above private ones to maximise clinical training quality while minimising annual fee expenditure. Within government colleges, rank by how close the 2024-25 category-specific closing rank is to your NEET rank, with the most prestigious and reachable colleges appearing highest.
Ques. How does AP OAMDC Round 1 seat allotment work?
Ans. The allotment algorithm scans your ranked choice list from Rank 1 downward. It assigns you the first college-course combination where your NEET UG rank qualifies under your category and a seat is available. Choices where your rank does not meet the cut-off are automatically skipped — there is no penalty for including them.
Ques. Can I change AP OAMDC 2026 choices after locking them?
Ans. If the portal permits editing before the deadline, you can unlock your list, make revisions, and re-lock. Always re-lock after any changes and verify the updated confirmation receipt. Once the choice filling window closes, no modifications are accepted.
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