Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (Dr NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has issued the notification for the second phase of web-based counselling for admission to the B.Sc Nursing 4-year course under Competent Authority Quota for the academic year 2026-27.

The notification, dated 3 November 2026, allows eligible candidates to exercise web options for existing vacancies, seats left vacant due to non-reporting in Phase 1, and seats in newly permitted colleges. The counselling will also include enhanced seats.

Candidates whose names appear in the Provisional Final Merit List published on 13 October 2026, including candidates covered by subsequent addenda, can participate in this phase.

Eligible candidates can exercise their options through the Dr NTRUHS UG Admissions Portal.

Dr NTRUHS B.Sc Nursing Phase 2: Seat Vacancies

The university has included the following vacancies and additional seats in Phase 2 counselling:

Any additional vacancies arising during Phase 2 counselling will also be considered. All vacancies available on the date of release of allotments will be filled.

Eligibility for Phase 2 Web Options

Candidates whose names appear in the final merit list published after verification of original certificate copies and subsequent addenda, if any, are eligible to exercise web options.

The following candidates can participate:

• Candidates who secured admission in Phase 1 and wish to change their allotted college according to merit.

• Candidates who were allotted a college in Phase 1 but did not join.

• Candidates who were not allotted any college during Phase 1 counselling.

Candidates are advised to select colleges according to their preferences, irrespective of the vacancies displayed. There is no limit on the number of college options.

Newly Permitted B.Sc Nursing Colleges in Phase 2

Dr NTRUHS has included 29 newly permitted colleges across Andhra University (AU) and Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) areas. The list also includes two colleges with enhanced intake.

AU Area: Newly Permitted Colleges

AU Area: Enhanced Seats

SVU Area: Newly Permitted Colleges

University Fee and Tuition Fee

Selected candidates must pay a non-refundable university fee of INR 5,600 through the online payment gateway to download their allotment orders. Applicable bank charges will be additional.

The tuition fee will be charged as fixed by the Government for government colleges and private unaided minority and non-minority nursing colleges.

The university fee will not be refunded under any circumstances.

How to Exercise B.Sc Nursing Web Options

Eligible candidates must follow these steps to submit their college preferences:

1. Visit the Dr NTRUHS UG Admissions Portal.

2. Log in using the registered candidate credentials.

3. Access the web options facility.

4. Select eligible colleges in the preferred order.

5. Add, delete or rearrange selected options as required.

6. Save and submit the final options before the deadline.

7. Take a printout of the saved options for reference.

Candidates can exercise options for all eligible colleges, irrespective of the available vacancies. Options can be moved up or down, added or deleted before submission. Once submitted, the options cannot be edited.

A One-Time Password will be sent to the registered mobile number when candidates save their web options. Candidates must not share their login details, email credentials or OTPs with anyone.

The notification advises candidates to use a computer system with Internet Explorer version 11 or above. Mobiles and tablets should not be used for exercising web options.

Options saved but not submitted by the closing date and time will be automatically submitted.

Phase 2 Seat Allotment and Reporting Instructions

After the web options window closes, candidates must check the Dr NTRUHS website for their allotment status. Candidates who receive a seat allotment will also receive an SMS on their registered mobile number.

Selected candidates must download their allotment order after paying the university fee and report to the allotted college within the deadline mentioned in the allotment letter.

Candidates must carry the following:

• Original certificates.

• Downloaded allotment order.

• Provisional Verification Form.

• Required tuition fee and other applicable college fees.

The allotted college will verify the original certificates. If any discrepancy is identified, the provisional allotment may be cancelled and action may be taken under university regulations.

Rules for Upgradation and Non-Reporting Candidates

Candidates who joined a college in Phase 1 and receive an upgraded college in Phase 2 will lose their previous Phase 1 allotment. The vacated seat will be filled during the same counselling phase according to merit and applicable reservation rules.

The previous college will send the original certificates of upgraded candidates to the newly allotted college after the admission process closes. Candidates must report to the new college with the allotment order and a Custodian Certificate issued by the previous college. They must also pay the applicable tuition fee to complete admission.

Candidates who are not allotted a seat in Phase 2 will be considered for available vacancies in Phase 3 with fresh options.

Candidates who receive a Phase 2 allotment but fail to report will also be allowed to participate in Phase 3 with fresh options. However, they cannot claim their earlier Phase 2 allotted seat again.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates must read the university prospectus and applicable admission regulations before exercising web options.

• Allotment will be based on the candidate's merit, preferences and applicable reservation rules.

• Unfilled seats under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) quota will be converted and added to the respective categories because the special category reservation is horizontal.

• Minority seats at the College of Nursing, CMC, Vellore, Chittoor campus will be allotted only to Christian minority candidates.

• Candidates must regularly check the university website because individual communications will not be sent for every counselling update.

• Further counselling phases will consider leftover seats, non-reported or non-joined seats after Phase 2, and any additional seats.

Dr NTRUHS B.Sc Nursing Counselling 2026: Helpdesk

Candidates can contact the university helpdesk for assistance during the web options process.

Helpdesk Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on working days.

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

For Counselling & Admission Guidance, Call or WhatsApp: 9340961481

Eligible candidates should complete their B.Sc Nursing Phase 2 web options before 2:00 PM on 6 November 2026. They should carefully arrange college preferences because submitted options cannot be changed after the deadline.

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