Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (Dr. NTR UHS), Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada, has issued a notification for the Stray Round of web-based counselling for MBBS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota for the academic year 2026–27.

As per the notification dated October 21, 2026, three vacant seats are available under the Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) local area. Eligible candidates must exercise their web options within the specified time. A security deposit of INR 50,000 applies as mentioned in the university's earlier notification dated October 14, 2026.

Dr. NTR UHS MBBS Stray Round 2026: Important Dates

Web Option Entry Link: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/StudentLogin

College-Wise MBBS Vacancy Details

The university has notified three vacancies for the Stray Round counselling process.

Eligibility Criteria for Stray Round Counselling

The vacancies are reserved for SVU local candidates. Candidates from the Andhra University (AU) local area and Andhra Pradesh non-local category are not eligible to exercise web options for these seats.

The university has also stated that the following candidates cannot participate in the Stray Round:

• Candidates who joined MBBS through Phase 1 or Phase 2 counselling under the Competent Authority Quota or Management Quota.

• Candidates who availed themselves of the Free Exit facility under Dr. NTR UHS.

• Candidates who were allotted MBBS seats during Phase 3 (Mop-up) counselling under either quota.

• Candidates whose names appear on the list shared by the Medical Counselling Committee up to the Stray Round.

• Candidates who have joined an MBBS course in another state.

Candidates are advised to read the counselling procedure instructions published on the university website on August 29, 2026.

Admission and Reporting Instructions

Candidates allotted seats during the Stray Round must report physically to their allotted colleges within the prescribed reporting schedule. They must download their provisional allotment order after paying the university fee of INR 12,600.

Candidates must carry the following documents and complete the required formalities:

• All original certificates.

• Provisional allotment order.

• Provisional verification copy.

• Payment of the applicable tuition fee and college fee.

Original certificates will be verified at the allotted college. If any discrepancy is found, the provisional allotment may be cancelled and action may be taken under university regulations. Failure to report within the prescribed schedule will result in forfeiture of the admission.

Important Rules for Allotted Candidates

Candidates should carefully review the following conditions before participating:

• The university fee of INR 12,600, once paid, will not be refunded or adjusted against a future payment.

• Candidates allotted seats in the Stray Round must report to the allotted college and cannot resign from the allotted seat.

• No upgradation or Free Exit is permitted after Phase 3 counselling.

• Candidates allotted a seat under the Competent Authority Quota in this Stray Round cannot participate in the Stray Round of Management Quota counselling or further counselling.

• Candidates cannot withdraw from the course until the admission schedule closes.

• Exercising web options does not guarantee admission.

• Seat blocking or cancellation of MBBS seats is not permitted. Legal action may be initiated against candidates found involved in seat blocking.

The university has confirmed that MBBS classes commenced on September 15, 2026. The terms and conditions applicable to Phase 3 (Mop-up) counselling will also apply to this Stray Round.

Official Website

Candidates can check the complete notification and further counselling updates on the official Dr. NTR UHS website.

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

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