AP NEET Counselling 2026: Registration Closing Soon, Round Wise Seat Allotment and Eligibility

Andhra Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026 is being conducted by Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Vijayawada for MBBS and BDS admissions. The AP NEET UG Management Quota (MQ) Counselling 2026 Phase 2 registration closes on October 1, 2026. Eligible candidates seeking Category B and Category C seats in private unaided medical and dental colleges can register through the official NTRUHS portal at drntr.uhsap.in. The counselling fee is Rs 5,900.

• AP NEET UG 2026 Management Quota Counselling: NTRUHS has set October 1, 2026 as the last date for Phase 2 registration. Candidates seeking Management Quota seats must complete their registration before the deadline.
• Eligibility: Only candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 are eligible to participate in the counselling process.
• Category B and C Seats: Phase 2 counselling covers Category B and Category C seats in private unaided medical and dental colleges across Andhra Pradesh.
• Counselling Fee: Candidates applying for AP NEET UG MQ Counselling 2026 are required to pay a counselling fee of Rs 5,900.
• Seat Allotment: The counselling is conducted centrally by NTRUHS, and private colleges fill Management Quota seats based on the central allotment list.

What is AP NEET Counselling 2027?

AP NEET Counselling is the state-level centralized admission process for MBBS and BDS seats in Andhra Pradesh. Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Vijayawada, conducts this counselling every year for candidates who qualify NEET UG with the minimum state qualifying score.

The counselling fills 85% of total MBBS and BDS seats in government and private medical colleges in the state — these are called state quota seats. The remaining 15% of seats go to the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the All India Quota (AIQ), which NTA and DGHS manage centrally.

AP state quota counselling is open only to candidates with valid Andhra Pradesh domicile. If you are from Andhra Pradesh and qualify NEET UG 2027, you must register for AP state counselling separately — your NEET score alone does not automatically include you in AP counselling.

This counselling is separate from AP NEET PG Counselling, which handles postgraduate medical admissions. The article below covers AP NEET UG Counselling 2027 for MBBS and BDS undergraduate programs only.

AP NEET Counselling 2027 Important Dates

The official AP NEET Counselling 2027 schedule will be published by NTRUHS after the NEET UG 2027 result is declared. All dates below are expected based on the 2026 counselling calendar and previous year patterns.

All dates for AP NEET Counselling 2027 are tentative. The official schedule will be released on drntruhsadmissions.in. Check the portal regularly once NEET UG 2027 results are out.

Source: Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada

AP NEET Counselling 2027 Seat Matrix

The AP NEET 2027 seat matrix will be officially released by NTRUHS along with the counselling notification. It lists the total number of MBBS and BDS seats available in each participating college, broken down by category and quota.

Total MBBS and BDS Seats in Andhra Pradesh (Based on 2026 Data)

Quota-wise Seat Split

In private medical colleges, seats under the state quota are further split between Convenor Quota (CQ) and Management Quota (MQ). CQ seats are filled through centralized NTRUHS counselling at regulated fees. MQ seats are filled directly by college management at higher fees.

The 2027 seat matrix with college-wise and category-wise details will be published on drntruhsadmissions.in when the counselling notification is released. Always refer to the official seat matrix before filling web options, as seat numbers can change between years.

AP NEET Counselling 2027 Registration Process

The AP NEET 2027 registration process is entirely online on the NTRUHS admissions portal. You must complete every step within the given window — missing any step makes your application invalid, and you will not be eligible for seat allotment.

Step-by-Step Registration Process

1. Step 1 — Visit Official Portal: Go to drntruhsadmissions.in and click on the AP NEET Counselling 2027 registration link once it is active.
2. Step 2 — Fill Application Form: Enter your NEET UG 2027 roll number, personal details, contact information, and address. Fill in your Class 10 and Class 12 academic details accurately.
3. Step 3 — Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required certificates — Class 10 marksheet, Class 12 marksheet, caste or category certificate, NEET 2027 scorecard, Aadhaar card, and a recent passport-size photograph.
4. Step 4 — Pay Registration Fee: Pay the non-refundable registration fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking on the official portal. Do not pay through any other channel.
5. Step 5 — Submit and Print: Review all details before submitting. Download and print the confirmation receipt. You will need this for document verification.

AP NEET 2027 Registration Fee (Based on 2026 Pattern)

The registration fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including if you do not get a seat. A security deposit may also be required at the time of in-person document verification, a portion of which is refundable. Check the official 2027 notification for the exact fee structure.

One successful registration is valid for all rounds — Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. You do not need to register again for each round. Late fee registration is available for a short window after the regular registration closes.

AP NEET Counselling 2027 Merit List

NTRUHS prepares separate merit lists for AP NEET Counselling 2027 based on NEET UG 2027 scores. Your position on these lists determines which colleges and categories you are eligible for during seat allotment.

Types of Merit Lists in AP NEET 2027

• Final Merit Position (FMP): This is the overall state-level merit rank for AP NEET 2027 counselling. All seat allotments in the AP state quota are based on FMP, not All India Rank (AIR). Your FMP rank and AIR will be different numbers — FMP is computed only among qualified AP candidates.
• Category-wise Merit List: Separate lists for General (unreserved), OBC (BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E), SC, ST, EWS, and PwD candidates.
• Local Area Merit List: Separate merit rankings for AU Area candidates and SVU Area candidates, used to fill zone-specific seats in each area’s colleges.
• NRI Merit List: Maintained separately for NRI and NRI Lapsed quota applicants.

Tie-Breaking Rules

If two candidates have the same NEET UG 2027 total score, NTRUHS resolves the tie in this order:

• Higher marks in Biology in NEET UG 2027.
• Higher marks in Chemistry in NEET UG 2027.
• Fewer wrong answers in NEET UG 2027 overall.
• Older candidate by date of birth gets priority.

The FMP merit list is published on the official NTRUHS portal before web options open. You should check your FMP rank and category position carefully before deciding your web option order. A good understanding of your FMP rank relative to last year’s cutoff ranks helps you fill a more effective choice list.

Documents Required for AP NEET Counselling 2027

You must carry original documents and attested photocopies for the certificate verification stage. NTRUHS may reject your candidacy if you fail to produce any mandatory document on the verification day.

Mandatory Documents List

• NEET UG 2027 Admit Card — original printout.
• NEET UG 2027 Scorecard / Result — downloaded from the NTA official portal.
• Class 10 Certificate — for date of birth proof.
• Class 10 Marksheet — from a recognised board.
• Class 12 Certificate and Marksheet — showing Physics, Chemistry, and Biology marks separately.
• AP NEET 2027 Application Form Printout — downloaded from the NTRUHS portal after registration.
• Aadhaar Card — mandatory for identity and domicile verification. For NRI candidates, a valid Passport is accepted.
• Local Area / Domicile Certificate — issued by the Revenue Authority of Andhra Pradesh, confirming AP local area status.
• Caste / Category Certificate — for OBC (BC), SC, ST, and EWS candidates; must be issued by a competent authority in Andhra Pradesh.
• Minority Certificate — if applicable, from the relevant AP government authority.
• PwD Certificate — if applicable; issued by a government medical board.
• Passport-size photographs — at least 4 recent photographs (same as uploaded during registration).
• Transfer Certificate (TC) and Conduct Certificate — from the last school or college attended.
• Parent / Guardian Undertaking — on white paper, signed as per the NTRUHS format given in the counselling notification.

Carry at least 2 sets of self-attested photocopies of all documents along with originals. Originals are verified at the centre and returned to you. For NRI category candidates, additional documents such as NRI proof and a bank guarantee may be required — check the NTRUHS NRI notification separately.

Get your AP local area and caste certificates well before the counselling notification. These certificates take time to process at the Revenue Authority office. Do not wait until registration opens to apply for them.

Top MBBS and BDS Colleges in Andhra Pradesh for NEET 2027

Andhra Pradesh has some of the oldest and best-regarded government medical colleges in south India. These colleges offer strong clinical exposure, affiliated teaching hospitals, and good postgraduate placement records.

Top Government Medical Colleges in AP (MBBS)

Top Private Medical Colleges in AP (MBBS)

Government college MBBS fees in AP are among the lowest in India — typically under Rs. 50,000 per year for state quota students. Private CQ fees shown above are approximate figures from 2026 and may be revised for 2027. Management Quota (MQ) fees in private colleges are significantly higher — usually 2 to 3 times the CQ fee — and are set by the college management subject to state government guidelines.

Top Government BDS Colleges in AP

Andhra Pradesh has 2 government dental colleges offering around 140 BDS seats under state quota. The remaining 15 private dental colleges across AP offer around 1,400 BDS CQ seats through NTRUHS counselling. BDS is a good backup option if you narrowly miss MBBS cutoff — NEET scores required for BDS government seats are significantly lower than MBBS government cutoffs.

Category-wise Seat Reservation in AP NEET Counselling 2027

AP NEET Counselling 2027 follows the Andhra Pradesh state government’s reservation policy. Seats in both government and private colleges under the Convenor Quota are reserved for various social categories.

Within BC, there are 5 sub-categories. Your BC sub-category (BC-A, BC-B, etc.) must be mentioned correctly in your caste certificate. Certificates from other states are not valid for AP state quota seats — you must have an AP-issued certificate.

AP also applies a local area based reservation within the state quota. A set proportion of seats in each zone’s colleges are filled from local area candidates first. The exact split (local vs non-local percentage) will be given in the 2027 NTRUHS notification.

How to Secure a Medical Seat in AP: Tips for NEET 2027 Aspirants

Getting a government MBBS seat in Andhra Pradesh through AP NEET 2027 counselling is highly competitive. These tips will help you improve your odds at every stage — from the NEET exam itself to reporting at your allotted college.

Target a Strong NEET 2027 Score

• Government MBBS seats in top AP colleges close around FMP rank 8,000–16,000 for General category. You should aim for a NEET score of at least 580 to stay in contention for government seats.
• Biology carries 360 marks out of 720 — it is the single most important section. Master NCERT Biology Chapters 1 through 22 (Classes 11 and 12) thoroughly. Most NEET Biology questions are directly from NCERT.
• Solve NEET papers from 2019 to 2026. Track your weak chapters and revisit them with NCERT line-by-line reading.

Understand the Local Area System Before Applying

• Know your local area zone — AU Area or SVU Area — before filling web options. You have a preference advantage in colleges within your own zone. Most zone-specific seats go to local candidates first.
• Non-local seats (around 15% of state quota) are competed by all candidates from both zones. Be realistic about your chances for non-local seats — your FMP rank must be very strong.
• If you are from a district in AU Area (e.g., Visakhapatnam), your best shot at a government seat is in AU Area colleges like Andhra Medical College, Guntur Medical College, or Rangaraya Medical College.

Fill Web Options Strategically

• Add all government MBBS colleges in your local area first, ranked by preference. Do not skip any government college you qualify for, even if it is your least preferred. A government MBBS seat — even in a smaller city — is more valuable long-term than a private CQ seat at higher cost.
• Use 2026 AP NEET closing ranks as a benchmark. List colleges where your FMP rank is better than their 2026 closing rank near the top of your preferences.
• Add private CQ MBBS options below your government preferences. If government seats are full at your rank, a private CQ seat ensures you get some MBBS admission rather than going unseated.

Get Your Documents Ready Early

• Apply for your AP local area certificate and caste/category certificate well before the NTRUHS notification is released. Revenue Authority offices can take 2–4 weeks to issue these certificates. Missing the verification deadline due to pending certificates will cost you your seat.
• Verify that all details on your documents — name, date of birth, category — exactly match your NEET 2027 registration and NTRUHS application. Even small spelling differences can cause verification problems.

Stay Updated and Follow Deadlines

• NTRUHS releases round-wise instructions, schedule revisions, and notices frequently during the counselling period. Bookmark the official portal and check it daily once the process begins.
• Never miss the college reporting deadline after an allotment. NTRUHS does not grant extensions for late reporting in most cases. If you miss reporting, you lose the allotted seat and may be barred from further rounds depending on the year’s rules.