| Updated On - Oct 6, 2026
Dr NTR University of Health Sciences has opened Phase 2 web options entry for BDS Competent Authority Quota seats under AP NEET UG Counselling 2026-27. Eligible candidates can lock their college preferences online at drntr.uhsap.in.
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Vijayawada has opened the Phase 2 web options entry for Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) seats under the Competent Authority Quota (CQ) for the AP NEET UG Counselling 2026-27. Eligible candidates can now access the facility on the official portal at drntr.uhsap.in.
The notification applies to the second phase of CQ counselling for BDS admissions in Andhra Pradesh. Candidates who did not get a seat in Phase 1, those who opted for the free exit, and newly eligible applicants from the merit list can take part in this round. The option entry is to be completed through the dedicated portal at apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in.
NTRUHS conducts the AP NEET UG counselling for MBBS and BDS seats in state medical and dental colleges. Admissions are based on the candidate's NEET UG 2026 merit position. The Phase 2 round is a fresh choice-filling window where candidates must list their preferred colleges in order of priority.
AP NEET UG 2026 BDS Phase 2 Important Dates
Candidates must complete the web option entry within the prescribed window, as the university will proceed with the Phase 2 allotment on October 8, 2026.
| Event | Date and Time |
| Web Options Entry Starts | October 6, 2026, from 2:00 PM |
| Last Date for Web Options Entry | October 8, 2026, up to 10:00 AM |
| Release of Phase 2 Allotments | October 8, 2026 |
| Web Options Link | apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/BDS/Home/StudentLogin |
Check Here: AP NEET UG 2026 BDS Phase 2 Official PDF
Who Is Eligible for Phase 2 Option Entry?
The Phase 2 web option facility is open to a specific set of candidates. The eligibility conditions are listed below.
- Candidates who qualified NEET UG 2026 with a valid scorecard.
- Applicants listed in the NTRUHS provisional final merit position for BDS CQ seats.
- Candidates who did not secure any allotment in Phase 1 counselling.
- Candidates eligible to participate after the Phase 1 free exit process.
- Newly added applicants following merit list revisions, wherever applicable.
Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed local or non-local area eligibility criteria. Only candidates who complete the fresh web option entry during Phase 2 will be considered for seat allotment.
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AP NEET UG 2026 BDS Phase 2 Key Details
The table below captures the main points of the Phase 2 option entry round for BDS CQ seats.
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada |
| Counselling Name | AP NEET UG CQ Counselling 2026-27 |
| Course | Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) |
| Round | Phase 2 Web Options |
| Quota | Competent Authority Quota (CQ) |
How Seat Allotment Works in Phase 2?
The Phase 2 seat allotment will be based on the candidate's NEET UG 2026 merit position, applicable reservation rules, seat availability, and the college preferences entered during web options.
The Phase 2 allotment will be released on October 8, 2026. Candidates who receive a seat must download the allotment order and follow the reporting instructions issued by NTRUHS.
Candidates must report to the allotted dental college within the prescribed schedule and complete the document verification and admission formalities. Failure to report within the specified period may result in cancellation of the allotted seat, subject to the university's counselling rules.
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Documents Required at Reporting
Candidates receiving a Phase 2 BDS allotment should keep the following original documents ready for verification:
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates
- Transfer Certificate and Study Certificates
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- Local or non-local status certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Phase 2 allotment order downloaded from the portal
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How to Enter Web Options for BDS Phase 2?
The web option entry process is completely online. Candidates must complete their preferences before 10:00 AM on October 8, 2026.
- Visit the official BDS counselling portal at apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/BDS.
- Click on the BDS Student Login link.
- Log in using the NEET UG 2026 roll number and registered credentials.
- Open the Web Options Entry section from the candidate dashboard.
- Select the preferred BDS colleges in order of priority.
- Add or remove options using the available plus and minus buttons.
- Review the preference list carefully and save the final choices.
- Download or save the acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates should carefully review their preferences before the option-entry window closes. The final saved options will be considered for Phase 2 seat allotment.
Phase 2 is often the last widely open round for BDS CQ seats in Andhra Pradesh. Seats left vacant after this phase usually move into the mop-up or stray vacancy round. Candidates still waiting for a government or private BDS seat must take this window seriously.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit the official NTRUHS portal and read the Phase 2 notification in full.
- Check your name in the provisional final merit position for BDS CQ.
- Keep your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password ready for login.
- Prepare a shortlist of preferred BDS colleges in priority order.
- Log in and enter your web options on time.
- Save and lock the final list before the deadline.
- Download and save a copy of the acknowledgement slip.
Candidates must track the Phase 2 BDS seat allotment result and the reporting schedule on drntr.uhsap.in. Any update on the mop-up round or stray vacancy round will also be posted on the same portal.
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