Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Vijayawada, has issued the notification for Phase 3 (Mop-Up) counselling for MBBS admissions for the academic year 2026–27. The counselling covers Competent Authority self-financing and NRI seats in newly established government medical colleges, Management Quota seats in private medical colleges, NRI seats at Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women under SVIMS, Tirupati, and NRI Lapsed seats.

According to the notification dated October 16, 2026, eligible candidates can exercise web options from 9:00 PM on October 16 until 1:00 PM on October 18, 2026.

Candidates must check their eligibility and review the updated final merit position and addenda published by the university before participating. The university has also specified a refundable security deposit for eligible candidates participating in Phase 3 under Management Quota.

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Categories Covered in Phase 3 Counselling

The Phase 3 web-option process covers the following categories:

• Competent Authority self-financing seats in new government medical colleges permitted from the 2023–24 academic year onwards.

• Competent Authority NRI category seats in the same government medical colleges.

• Management Quota Category B1, B2 and C (NRI) seats in private unaided non-minority and minority medical colleges.

• NRI category seats at Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women under SVIMS, Tirupati.

• NRI Lapsed seats, subject to the applicable eligibility rules.

The university has stated that only candidates included in the updated final merit position dated October 2, 2026, and the addenda dated October 5 and October 16, 2026, after removing candidates holding All India Quota seats up to Round 3, are eligible for the relevant Management Quota counselling, subject to the prescribed conditions.

Candidates should review the information on the counselling procedure issued on September 11, 2026, before submitting their preferences.

INR 3 Lakh Security Deposit for Management Quota Candidates

Eligible candidates seeking to participate in Phase 3 under Management Quota must pay a refundable security deposit of INR 3,00,000 through the online payment facility before exercising web options.

The university has specified the following conditions:

• If the candidate joins the allotted seat: The security deposit will be refunded after closure of admissions.

• If no seat is allotted: The deposit will be refunded after closure of admissions.

• If the candidate does not join an allotted seat: The security deposit will be forfeited.

• If admission is cancelled: The deposit may be forfeited, including cases involving incorrect information or failure to produce required documents within the stipulated time.

Candidates should ensure that their payment is completed successfully. NTRUHS has advised applicants to use a stable network and check transaction limits on their cards or net banking facility before making the payment.

The university will publish the list of candidates eligible and ineligible for security deposit refunds on its website after the admission process closes.

University Fee for AP MBBS Admissions 2026

Selected candidates must pay the applicable university fee through the online payment gateway to download their allotment orders. They must then report to the allotted college with the allotment order and required original certificates and pay the prescribed tuition and college fees.

Candidates who were allotted seats under Management Quota in Phase 1 or Phase 2 and already paid the university fee do not need to pay it again if the new allotment is under the same category. Such candidates must download the new allotment order and report to the newly allotted college with the custodian certificate issued by their previous college.

The university fee is non-refundable under the conditions specified in the notification.

MBBS Tuition Fees in New Government Medical Colleges

The notification lists the following tuition fees for Competent Authority seats in government medical colleges permitted from the 2023–24 academic year onwards.

These rates apply to the government medical colleges listed in the notification, including Government Medical Colleges at Eluru, Machilipatnam, Nandyal, Rajahmundry, Vizianagaram, Paderu and Piduguralla, subject to the applicable government orders.

Management Quota MBBS Tuition Fees in Private Colleges

The interim tuition fees specified for private unaided non-minority and minority medical colleges for 2026–27 are as follows:

The fee structure is subject to the outcome of the writ petitions cited in the official notification and the applicable Government of Andhra Pradesh orders. The notification states that selected candidates must pay tuition fees for four and a half years at their respective colleges, in accordance with the applicable rules.

The annual NRI tuition fee varies by college. Examples from the university's list include:

Candidates should consult the official notification for the complete list of NRI tuition fees and verify the applicable amount with their allotted college.

Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women: NRI Fee

For MBBS admission under the NRI category at Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women under SVIMS, Tirupati, the annual tuition fee is INR 25,00,000.

Selected candidates must pay the tuition fee at the college at the time of admission. Further details about other fee components are available on the SVIMS website: http://svimstpt.ap.nic.in.

Phase 3 MBBS Seat Matrix 2026

NTRUHS has published the college-wise seat matrix for the Mop-Up round. The available seats listed under Competent Authority categories include the following:

The private unaided non-minority medical college matrix lists 43 Category B1 seats, 102 Category B2 seats and 477 Category C (NRI) seats. The private minority medical college matrix lists 15 Category B seats and 41 Category C (NRI) seats.

The complete college-wise seat distribution is available in Annexure I of the official notification. The university has also stated that vacancies arising before allotment processing will be added and allotted according to the applicable rules.

How to Exercise Web Options for AP MBBS Counselling 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official NTRUHS website at https://drntr.uhsap.in.

2. Open the Phase 3 MBBS Mop-Up counselling notification and review the eligibility criteria.

3. Confirm that your name appears in the applicable updated final merit position.

4. If participating under Management Quota, pay the required security deposit before exercising web options.

5. Select eligible colleges and seat categories in order of preference.

6. Verify the choices and complete the submission using the OTP sent to the registered mobile number and email address.

7. Save or print a copy of the submitted options.

Candidates should not share their login details or OTPs with anyone. The university has stated that options become final after the web-option window closes and that requests to change college preferences will not be entertained afterwards.

Important Rules for Phase 3 Counselling

Candidates should carefully review the following conditions before participating:

• No sliding or Free Exit: The university has stated that sliding and Free Exit will not be available after Phase 3.

• Joining is compulsory: Candidates allotted a seat in Phase 3 must report to the allotted college with the allotment order, original certificates or the required custodian letter and complete the admission process.

• Seats cannot be resigned: Candidates allotted seats during Phase 3 cannot resign those seats under the stated counselling conditions.

• No withdrawal before closure of admissions: Candidates will not be permitted to withdraw from the course until admissions close.

• Previous seat may be cancelled: Candidates who slide from a Phase 1 or Phase 2 seat to another college must complete admission at the newly allotted institution and follow the certificate-transfer procedure.

• Document verification is mandatory: Provisional allotment may be cancelled if discrepancies or ineligibility are found during verification.

• Competent Authority allotment affects Management Quota eligibility: Candidates allotted a seat under Phase 3 Competent Authority Quota will not be eligible to participate in Phase 3 Management Quota allotment processing.

• NRI Lapsed category documentation: Candidates allotted seats under the NRI Lapsed category must submit the required original notarised affidavit at the allotted college.

Candidates should select only those colleges and categories they are prepared to join and comply with the reporting deadline mentioned in their allotment order.

NRI Quota and Minority Seat Rules

Eligible NRI candidates receive priority for NRI category seats in government, SVIMS and private medical colleges. If eligible NRI candidates are unavailable, remaining seats may be allotted under the NRI Lapsed category according to the prescribed rules and candidate preferences.

Candidates seeking NRI Lapsed seats must meet the applicable eligibility criteria and submit the required affidavit and supporting documents.

For Management Quota seats in private minority medical colleges, only eligible Muslim minority candidates can exercise options under the notified rules. If eligible Muslim minority candidates are unavailable, the seats may be allotted to non-minority candidates during the Stray Vacancy Round, as specified in the notification.

NTRUHS MBBS Counselling 2026 Helpdesk

Candidates can contact the university for assistance with web options, eligibility and payment issues.

Regulations and Counselling Clarifications

• Phone: 8978780501

• Phone: 7997710168

• Phone: 9391805239

• Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on working days

Technical and Payment-Related Issues

• Phone: 9000780707

• Phone: 8008250842

Candidates should use the official website for the latest notices, seat matrix, allotment updates and admission instructions.

Official Website for AP NEET UG Counselling 2026

Candidates can access the Phase 3 MBBS Mop-Up counselling notification and related updates through the official NTRUHS website:

NTRUHS Official Website: https://drntr.uhsap.in

For Counselling & Admission Guidance, Call or WhatsApp: 9340961481

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