Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Vijayawada has opened a free exit window for BDS candidates who reported or joined a college seat in Phase-I of the 2026-27 Competent Authority Quota counselling. This is a one-time opportunity to withdraw from your allotted seat without penalty and get your fees and certificates back — but only if you act by 5 PM on 29 September 2026. After this deadline, you cannot exit, and you will be locked into Phase-II counselling under new rules. This notice is critical for any candidate having second thoughts about their Phase-I college choice.
If you joined a BDS college in Phase-I under Competent Authority Quota, you can exit free until 5 PM on 29 September 2026 — after that, you cannot withdraw and will be forced into Phase-II counselling.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is this free exit, and who can use it?
The free exit is a one-time withdrawal option for candidates who have already reported or joined a BDS college seat in Phase-I of the 2026-27 Competent Authority Quota counselling in Andhra Pradesh. If you went to your allotted college, completed reporting, and now want to leave — this is your chance to do so without losing your fees or facing penalties.
This facility is only for Phase-I reported/joined candidates. If you did not report to your Phase-I college at all, you do not need to use this exit — you can simply participate in Phase-II counselling for other colleges. The free exit is specifically for those who have already committed to a seat by reporting.
Critical deadline: 29 September 2026, 5 PM
You must submit your free exit request to the Principal of your college on or before 5 PM on 29 September 2026. This is a hard deadline — there is no extension. The notice states that all public holidays are treated as working days, so weekends and holidays do not stop the clock.
After 5 PM on 29 September, the free exit window closes permanently. Any candidate who has not exited by then will be locked into their Phase-I seat and will be treated as part of Phase-II counselling under different rules. You will not be able to withdraw after this date.
What happens when you submit a free exit request?
You must submit a written application to the Principal of your college using the official form provided in this notification. The form requires your name, registration ID, NEET UG 2026 rank, NEET roll number, phone number, address, and your reasons for exiting. Both you and your parent or guardian must sign the form.
The Principal will accept your request and must immediately return all your original certificates and the entire tuition fee plus any other fees you have paid. The college will then freeze your data by 9 PM on 30 September 2026. Once your exit is processed, you will have no further claim on that Phase-I seat.
- Submit the official free exit application form to your college Principal
- Include your NEET rank, registration ID, and roll number
- Get both your signature and your parent/guardian's signature on the form
- College returns all original certificates immediately
- College refunds entire tuition fee and other fees paid
- College freezes your data by 9 PM on 30 September 2026
The trap: What you lose if you exit
This is the most important rule to understand. If you use the free exit, you will NOT be eligible for any further rounds of Competent Authority Quota counselling in 2026-27. This means you cannot participate in Phase-II, Phase-III, or any subsequent counselling rounds under this quota. Your Competent Authority Quota seat is gone forever.
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The notice explicitly warns: 'candidates are advised to take informed / calculated decision before availing Free Exit facility under this notice, as the candidate who avail Free Exit will not be eligible for further phase(s) of counselling under Competent Authority Quota, 2026-27.' This is not a temporary withdrawal — it is a permanent exit from the entire Competent Authority Quota counselling process for this year.
- ⚠️ You lose all eligibility for Phase-II, Phase-III, and all future Competent Authority Quota rounds
- ⚠️ You cannot re-enter Competent Authority Quota counselling after exiting
- ⚠️ Your Phase-I seat will be filled by another candidate in Phase-II
What if you exit? Can you join another counselling?
Yes, but only under a different quota. If you exit from Competent Authority Quota Phase-I, you can still participate in the MQ (Merit Quota) Phase-I counselling of Dr. NTR UHS, Vijayawada, if a seat is allotted to you. The MQ is a separate counselling process, not part of the Competent Authority Quota, so exiting one does not bar you from the other.
However, you cannot participate in any further Competent Authority Quota rounds. If you want to pursue a BDS seat in Andhra Pradesh after exiting, your only option is the Merit Quota counselling. Make sure you understand the difference between these two quotas before deciding to exit.
- You can join MQ Phase-I if a seat is allotted
- You cannot join any further Competent Authority Quota rounds
- MQ is a separate counselling process with its own merit list and rules
What if you don't exit by the deadline?
If you do not submit a free exit request by 5 PM on 29 September 2026, you will be automatically considered as part of Phase-II counselling. The Phase-II rules will apply to you, and you will be treated as a Phase-II candidate for all future rounds. You will no longer have the option to withdraw without penalty.
From Phase-III counselling onwards until the closure of admissions, you cannot resign from your seat at all. The notice states: 'Reported Candidates who have not utilised the free exit facility as per the schedule cannot resign the seat during the course of admissions i.e., from Phase-III counselling to till closure of admissions.' This means you are locked in for the entire admission season.
- After 5 PM on 29 Sept, you are automatically part of Phase-II
- Phase-II rules apply to you from that point on
- From Phase-III onwards, you cannot resign or withdraw at all
- You are locked into your seat for the entire admission season
What if you didn't report to your Phase-I college?
If you were allotted a seat in Phase-I but never reported to the college, you do not need to use the free exit facility. You are already considered as 'not reported/not joined,' and your seat will be filled by another candidate in Phase-II counselling.
You are eligible to participate in Phase-II counselling and can exercise web options for all colleges except the one you were allotted in Phase-I. The rule is: you cannot apply for the same college you did not join in Phase-I, but you can apply for any other college in Phase-II.
- If you did not report in Phase-I, you do not need to exit
- Your seat will be filled in Phase-II automatically
- You can apply for all other colleges in Phase-II except your Phase-I allotted college
- You can exercise web options in Phase-II for your preferred colleges
What if you reported but want to change colleges in Phase-II?
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If you reported to your Phase-I college and want to stay in the Competent Authority Quota counselling (not exit), you can participate in Phase-II web options. You can choose to apply for other colleges in Phase-II, and if you get a better college, you can move to it. However, you must not use the free exit facility to do this — you must stay in the system.
The notice states: 'Phase-I Reported candidates who have not opted to exit from the Phase-I reported seat are eligible for exercising Web Options for Phase-II of counselling as per their choice in the order of priority of counselling as per the procedure notified.' This means you can change your college preference in Phase-II without losing your eligibility for future rounds.
- Do not use free exit if you want to stay in Competent Authority Quota counselling
- You can exercise web options in Phase-II for other colleges
- If you get a better college in Phase-II, you can move to it
- You remain eligible for Phase-III and all future rounds
How to fill the free exit application form
The official application form is provided in this notification. You must fill it completely with all required information. The form asks for your name, registration ID (format: UG26CQ0101), NEET UG 2026 rank, NEET roll number, phone number, and full address. You must also state your reasons for requesting free exit.
The form includes a critical acknowledgment statement: 'I am aware that availing Free Exit, I don't have any claim on Phase – I joined seat of BDS Course and also I will not be eligible to participate in the future Phases of BDS Counselling under Competent Authority Quota of Dr. NTR UHS.' By signing this, you confirm you understand the consequences. Both you and your parent or guardian must sign the form in capital letters.
- Use the official form provided in this notification
- Fill in your name, registration ID, NEET rank, and roll number
- Write your phone number and full address
- State your reasons for free exit
- Get your parent/guardian's signature
- Sign the form yourself
- Write both names in CAPITAL LETTERS
- Submit to your college Principal before 5 PM on 29 September
Important dates and timeline
The timeline for this free exit process is very tight. The free exit window opens immediately (the notification is dated 29 September 2026) and closes at 5 PM on the same day. This means you have only a few hours to decide and submit your request.
Colleges must freeze all data by 9 PM on 30 September 2026. After that, no further withdrawals are permitted under Phase-I. From Phase-III onwards, no candidate can resign from their seat at all. Plan your decision carefully within this narrow window.
- Free exit request submission deadline: 5 PM on 29 September 2026
- College data freeze deadline: 9 PM on 30 September 2026
- After 30 September: No more free exits allowed
- From Phase-III onwards: No resignations permitted at all
| Event | Date & Time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Free exit window open | 29 September 2026, from notification date | Candidates can submit free exit requests to their college Principal |
| Free exit deadline | 29 September 2026, 5 PM | Last time to submit free exit request; after this, window closes permanently |
| College data freeze | 30 September 2026, 9 PM | Colleges must finalize all free exit requests and return certificates/fees |
| Phase-II counselling begins | After 30 September 2026 | Phase-I reported candidates who did not exit are treated as Phase-II candidates |
| Phase-III onwards | From Phase-III to closure | No candidate can resign or withdraw from their seat |
What you must do right now
If you are a Phase-I reported/joined BDS candidate and are unsure about your college choice, you must make a decision immediately. The free exit deadline is 5 PM on 29 September 2026 — the same day this notification was issued. You have very little time.
Discuss with your parents and college counsellor. Understand the consequences: if you exit, you lose all Competent Authority Quota seats for the year and can only join Merit Quota counselling. If you stay, you are locked in until Phase-III and cannot withdraw. Once you decide, go to your college Principal with the completed application form and submit it before 5 PM.
- ✅ Read this entire notice carefully
- ✅ Discuss with your parents and understand the consequences
- ✅ Decide: exit or stay in Competent Authority Quota
- ✅ If exiting, fill the official form completely
- ✅ Get both your and your parent's signature
- ✅ Submit to your college Principal before 5 PM on 29 September
- ✅ Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the free exit facility, and who can use it?
The free exit is a one-time withdrawal option for BDS candidates who have already reported or joined a college seat in Phase-I of the 2026-27 Competent Authority Quota counselling. If you went to your allotted college and completed reporting, you can use this facility to withdraw and get your fees and certificates back. You must submit your request to your college Principal by 5 PM on 29 September 2026.
What is the deadline for submitting a free exit request?
The deadline is 5 PM on 29 September 2026. This is a hard deadline with no extensions. You must submit your written application to your college Principal on or before this time. After 5 PM, the free exit window closes permanently, and you will be locked into Phase-II counselling.
What happens if I use the free exit? Can I participate in Phase-II counselling?
No. If you use the free exit, you will NOT be eligible for any further rounds of Competent Authority Quota counselling, including Phase-II, Phase-III, and all subsequent rounds. Your Competent Authority Quota seat is gone forever. However, you can still participate in Merit Quota Phase-I counselling if a seat is allotted to you.
What do I get back if I exit?
The college must immediately return all your original certificates and the entire tuition fee plus any other fees you have paid. The college will process this and freeze your data by 9 PM on 30 September 2026.
What if I don't exit by the deadline? What happens then?
If you do not submit a free exit request by 5 PM on 29 September, you will be automatically treated as a Phase-II candidate. Phase-II rules will apply to you. From Phase-III counselling onwards until the closure of admissions, you cannot resign or withdraw from your seat at all — you are locked in.
I was allotted a Phase-I seat but never reported to the college. Do I need to use the free exit?
No. If you did not report to your Phase-I college, you are already considered as 'not reported/not joined,' and you do not need to use the free exit facility. Your seat will be filled by another candidate in Phase-II. You can participate in Phase-II counselling for all other colleges except the one you were allotted in Phase-I.
I reported to my Phase-I college but want to try for a better college in Phase-II. Should I exit?
No. Do not use the free exit if you want to stay in Competent Authority Quota counselling. Instead, you can exercise web options in Phase-II to apply for other colleges. If you get a better college, you can move to it while remaining eligible for Phase-III and all future rounds. Only use free exit if you want to leave the Competent Authority Quota system entirely.
What information do I need to fill in the free exit application form?
You must provide your name, registration ID (format: UG26CQ0101), NEET UG 2026 rank, NEET roll number, phone number, full address, and your reasons for exiting. Both you and your parent or guardian must sign the form. You must also acknowledge that you understand you will lose all Competent Authority Quota eligibility.
Are public holidays treated as working days for this deadline?
Yes. The notice explicitly states: 'ALL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS SHALL BE TREATED AS WORKING DAYS.' This means weekends and holidays do not stop the clock. The 5 PM deadline on 29 September applies regardless of whether it is a holiday.
What is the difference between exiting and not reporting in Phase-I?
If you reported to your Phase-I college and then exit, you lose all Competent Authority Quota eligibility. If you never reported to your Phase-I college, you are automatically considered 'not reported,' and you can participate in Phase-II for other colleges. The key difference: exiting is an active choice that bars you from future Competent Authority Quota rounds, while not reporting does not.
Can I withdraw from my seat after 30 September 2026?
No. After 9 PM on 30 September 2026, when colleges freeze data, no more free exits are allowed. From Phase-III counselling onwards until the closure of admissions, no candidate can resign or withdraw from their seat at all. You are locked in for the entire admission season.
Where do I submit the free exit application?
You must submit the completed application form directly to the Principal of your Phase-I allotted college. The Principal will accept your request, process your refund and certificate return, and freeze your data by 9 PM on 30 September 2026.
If you are a BDS candidate who reported to a Phase-I college under Competent Authority Quota in Andhra Pradesh and are having second thoughts, you must act immediately. The free exit deadline is 5 PM on 29 September 2026 — the same day this notification was issued. Fill the official application form with your name, NEET rank, registration ID, and reasons for exit. Get both your and your parent's signature, and submit it to your college Principal before 5 PM. Remember: if you exit, you lose all Competent Authority Quota eligibility for the year and can only join Merit Quota counselling. If you do not exit by the deadline, you are locked into Phase-II and cannot withdraw after Phase-III begins. Decide carefully and act fast.
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