Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (Dr NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has released a notification for the Stray Round of web-based counselling for BDS admission for the academic year 2026–27.

The counselling will cover Management Quota Category B1 and B2 seats in private unaided non-minority and minority dental colleges affiliated with the university. It will also include NRI Lapsed Category seats in private non-minority and minority dental colleges.

The notification dated November 10, 2026, has been issued in continuation of the university's earlier notification dated October 24, 2026, and in accordance with the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) notice dated October 28, 2026.

BDS Stray Round Web Option Entry Schedule

Eligible candidates can exercise their web options within the following schedule:

Candidates must review the counselling procedure instructions published on the university website on September 11, 2026, before exercising their web options.

Candidates Not Eligible for BDS Stray Round Counselling

Dr NTRUHS has specified several categories of candidates who cannot participate in the Stray Round counselling. These include:

1. Candidates whose names were shared by MCC on October 12, October 21 and November 6, 2026.

2. Candidates who joined MBBS or BDS seats under Phase 1 or Phase 2 counselling of Dr NTRUHS, under either Competent Authority Quota (CQ) or Management Quota (MQ).

3. Candidates who joined MBBS seats under Phase III (Mop-Up), Stray Round or Stray Round-II counselling under CQ or MQ.

4. Candidates allotted MBBS seats under the Special Stray Round of Management Quota counselling.

5. Candidates allotted BDS seats under Phase III (Mop-Up) Management Quota counselling, Phase III (Mop-Up) Competent Authority Quota counselling or the Competent Authority Quota Stray Round.

6. Candidates whose names appear in the MCC list shared up to the Special Stray Round and candidates who have joined BDS courses in other states.

Candidates should verify their eligibility carefully before submitting web options.

Security Deposit and University Fee Details

Candidates must pay the security deposit of INR 1,00,000 as specified in the university notification dated October 24, 2026.

Selected candidates must also pay the applicable university fee through the online payment gateway while downloading their allotment orders.

The university fee can be paid through debit card, credit card or internet banking. Once paid, the university fee will not be refunded or adjusted against any future payment under any circumstances.

Candidates must also pay the prescribed tuition fee directly to the allotted college.

Mandatory Reporting and Admission Instructions

Candidates allotted seats in the BDS Stray Round must report physically to their respective colleges within the reporting schedule mentioned in their allotment orders. They must carry the following:

• Provisional allotment order.

• Final application copy.

• All original certificates.

• Proof of payment of the applicable university fee.

• Prescribed tuition fee and college fee.

The university has made reporting compulsory for all candidates allotted seats. Candidates cannot resign from the seats allotted through this round.

Original certificates will be verified at the allotted college during admission. If any discrepancy is found, the provisional allotment may be cancelled and further action will be taken under university regulations.

Important Rules for Allotted Candidates

Dr NTRUHS has issued the following additional instructions:

• Candidates must complete all admission formalities before the reporting deadline mentioned in their allotment orders.

• Requests for extension of reporting time or fee payment deadlines will not be entertained.

• The university will not be responsible for failed fee transactions.

• BDS classes have already commenced from September 24, 2026.

• No upgradation or Free Exit facility will be available after Phase III counselling under either CQ or MQ.

• Candidates allotted seats in this Stray Round cannot participate in subsequent counselling phases.

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

• Merely exercising web options does not guarantee admission.

• Seat blocking or cancellation of BDS seats is not permitted. Candidates found involved in seat blocking may face legal action.

All terms and conditions applicable to Phase III (Mop-Up) counselling will also apply to this Stray Round.

Official Website and Counselling Portal

Candidates can access the BDS Stray Round web option entry facility through the following portal:

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

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

Candidates should regularly check the university website for allotment results and further admission instructions.

For Counselling & Admission Guidance, Call or WhatsApp: 9340961481

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