Andhra Pradesh NEET-PG 2026 Management Quota: Application Opens 19 Oct

Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has opened online applications for NEET-PG 2026 Management Quota seats in private unaided (non-minority and minority) medical colleges and new government medical colleges across the state for the 2026–27 academic year. This is the first phase of Management Quota counselling. Candidates who qualified NEET-PG 2026 and meet the cutoff scores can now apply. The application window is short: 19–23 October without a late fee, or 24 October with a ₹20,000 late fee. This notice sets out eligibility, fees, seat categories, and the exact application timeline.

What is this notification about?

This is an application-opening notice for Management Quota (MQ) seats in postgraduate medical courses (MD, MS, PG Diploma) in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026–27 academic year. Management Quota seats are 50% of the total intake in each specialty at each private medical college, and a portion of seats in new government medical colleges. These seats are filled through a separate counselling process run by Dr NTR UHS, distinct from the All-India Quota (AIQ) and state-quota counselling.

The notice invites online applications and document uploads for verification. Candidates must have qualified NEET-PG 2026 and achieved the prescribed cutoff score for their category. The application portal is https://drntr.uhsap.in.

Who is eligible to apply?

You must have qualified NEET-PG 2026 and scored at or above the cutoff percentile for your category. The cutoff is based on your NEET-PG score and your category (General, EWS, PwBD, SC, ST, OBC). Your internship must have been completed by 30 September 2026.

Candidates from Andhra Pradesh and other states/union territories can apply, but eligibility rules differ by seat category (see 'Seat Categories and Eligibility' below). Candidates from outside India must check the prospectus for NRI eligibility rules.

• NEET-PG 2026 qualified with valid score
• Internship completed by 30-09-2026
• MBBS degree awarded
• Meet the cutoff score for your category (see table below)

Important dates: when to apply

The application window is very short. You have two options: apply without a late fee by 23 October, or apply with a ₹20,000 late fee on 24 October only. After 24 October, the portal closes and no further applications are accepted.

Note: All dates are tentative. Dr NTR UHS reserves the right to change them without notice. Check the website https://drntr.uhsap.in regularly for any updates.

• Notification issued: 17-10-2026
• Application window (no late fee): 19-10-2026, 4:00 PM to 23-10-2026, 10:00 PM
• Application window (with ₹20,000 late fee): 24-10-2026, 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
• After 24-10-2026, portal closes

Seat categories and eligibility rules

Management Quota seats are divided into three categories: Category-B (S1), Category-C NRI (S2), and Category-C Institutional (S3). The rules differ for private non-minority colleges, private minority colleges, and new government medical colleges. Understanding which category you are eligible for is crucial.

**Private Non-Minority Colleges:** Category-B (S1) is further split into S1A (15% open to all-India candidates) and S1B (85% for local candidates of Andhra Pradesh only, i.e., Andhra University or Sri Venkateswara University areas). Category-C NRI (S2) is for NRI/NRI blood relatives. Category-C Institutional (S3) is for candidates sponsored by the college management.

**Private Minority Colleges:** Category-B (S1) is 25% filled on general merit. Category-C NRI (S2) is 15% for foreign students/NRI/NRI blood relatives. Category-C Institutional (S3) is 10% for institutional preference/in-service management quota.

**New Government Medical Colleges (from 2023–24 onwards):** After 50% goes to AIQ, the remaining 50% state quota is split: 50% Competent Authority (General), 35% Competent Authority (Self-Finance) for local candidates, and 15% Competent Authority (NRI). The self-finance and NRI seats are filled under Management Quota rules.

• Category-B (S1): 25% of seats, filled on merit
• Category-C NRI (S2): 15% of seats, for NRI/NRI blood relatives
• Category-C Institutional (S3): 10% of seats, for college-sponsored candidates
• Local area for S1B seats: Andhra University or Sri Venkateswara University (including SVIMS) areas
• For Govt. Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada MBBS graduates: local area decided by maximum study period of 4 years out of 7 years from 6th class to Intermediate/10+2 in Andhra Pradesh

Registration and application fees

You must pay a non-refundable registration and processing fee to submit your application. The fee depends on your location (within Andhra Pradesh, outside AP, or outside India) and whether you apply by 23 October or on 24 October with a late fee.

**Important:** Once paid, the registration fee is NOT refunded or adjusted to any future round under any circumstances. The notice strongly advises you to read the prospectus and regulations carefully before paying and applying.

Payment must be made online via credit card, debit card, or net banking only. No other payment method is accepted.

• Registration fee is non-refundable
• Payment by credit card, debit card, or net banking only
• Read the prospectus before applying
• Late fee applies only on 24-10-2026

University fee and tuition fee

If you are selected and join, you will pay two separate fees: a non-refundable University Fee and a Tuition Fee. The University Fee is the same for all: ₹54,600. The Tuition Fee varies by course type (clinical, para-clinical, pre-clinical) and seat category (Category-B or Category-C NRI/Institutional).

**Private Unaided Medical Colleges:** Tuition fees for 2026–27 are set by government order. Clinical degrees/diplomas cost ₹11,42,640 (Category-B) or ₹66,12,500 (Category-C NRI/Institutional). Para-clinical courses cost ₹3,57,075 (Category-B) or ₹19,83,750 (Category-C). Pre-clinical courses cost ₹1,61,874 (Category-B) or ₹10,58,000 (Category-C).

**New Government Medical Colleges:** Competent Authority (Self-Finance) seats cost ₹9,00,000 per annum; Competent Authority (NRI) seats cost ₹29,00,000 per annum. These apply to Government Medical Colleges at Eluru, Machilipatnam, Nandyal, Rajahmundry, and Vizianagaram. These fees are subject to the outcome of pending writ petitions.

• University Fee (all candidates): ₹54,600 (non-refundable)
• Tuition Fee varies by course and seat category
• Clinical courses: ₹11,42,640 (Category-B) or ₹66,12,500 (Category-C)
• Para-clinical courses: ₹3,57,075 (Category-B) or ₹19,83,750 (Category-C)
• Pre-clinical courses: ₹1,61,874 (Category-B) or ₹10,58,000 (Category-C)
• New Govt. Medical Colleges: ₹9,00,000 (Self-Finance) or ₹29,00,000 (NRI) per annum

NRI Lapsed Category and vacant seat conversion

If NRI seats (Category-C S2) remain vacant after Phase-III (Mop-Up) counselling, they are converted to 'NRI Lapsed' seats and filled from other eligible Management Quota candidates. Those admitted to NRI Lapsed seats pay the NRI tuition fee (₹66,12,500 for clinical, etc.), not the Category-B fee.

If NRI Lapsed seats and Institutional seats (S3) both remain vacant, they are converted to Category-B (Management Quota) seats and filled in Stray Round(s) from eligible Category-B candidates. Those admitted pay the Category-B tuition fee.

**For Minority Colleges:** Minority candidates are given preference for NRI Lapsed seats. If no minority candidates are available, non-minority candidates are considered, but non-minority admissions must not exceed 30% of total seats in the college.

• Vacant NRI seats → NRI Lapsed seats (filled at NRI fee)
• Vacant NRI Lapsed + Institutional seats → Category-B seats (filled at Category-B fee)
• Minority colleges: preference to minority candidates for NRI Lapsed seats
• Non-minority admissions in minority colleges capped at 30% of total seats

How to apply: step-by-step process

Applications are submitted online only. You must upload scanned copies of original documents for verification. The process is straightforward but requires careful attention to document requirements and deadlines.

**Step 1:** Visit https://drntr.uhsap.in and download the prospectus and user manual. Read them fully to understand all eligibility conditions, counselling rules, and document requirements.

**Step 2:** Log in to the online application portal and fill in your details (name, NEET-PG roll number, score, category, etc.).

**Step 3:** Upload scanned copies of all required documents (MBBS degree, NEET-PG admit card, score card, category certificate if applicable, etc.). Ensure scans are clear and legible.

**Step 4:** Pay the registration and processing fee online via credit card, debit card, or net banking. Keep the payment receipt.

**Step 5:** Submit your application. You will receive a confirmation. Save this for your records.

**Step 6:** Monitor the website for merit list announcements and further counselling notices. No individual communications will be sent.

• Download prospectus and user manual from https://drntr.uhsap.in
• Read all eligibility conditions and document requirements
• Log in to the online portal
• Fill in your details accurately
• Upload scanned documents (clear, legible copies)
• Pay registration fee online (credit/debit card or net banking)
• Submit application
• Save confirmation receipt
• Check website for merit list and further notices

Documents you must upload

The notice does not provide a detailed list of required documents in this excerpt, but it states that you must upload 'original scanned documents for verification.' The prospectus and user manual (available at https://drntr.uhsap.in) contain the complete list. Typically, you will need to upload scanned copies of: MBBS degree certificate, NEET-PG admit card, NEET-PG score card, category certificate (if SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), proof of internship completion, and identity proof.

**Critical:** Ensure all scans are clear, legible, and in the correct format (usually PDF or JPG). Blurry or incomplete documents may lead to rejection during verification. Upload documents well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

• MBBS degree certificate (scanned)
• NEET-PG admit card (scanned)
• NEET-PG score card (scanned)
• Category certificate if applicable (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
• Proof of internship completion
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, etc.)
• Ensure all scans are clear and legible
• Check prospectus for complete list of required documents

Common mistakes that get applications rejected

**Applying after the deadline:** The application window closes at 10:00 PM on 24 October. Applications submitted after this time are not accepted, even if you have a late fee. There is no extension.

**Paying the wrong fee or forgetting to pay:** You must pay the registration fee before submitting your application. If you apply without paying, your application will not be processed. If you apply on 24 October, you must pay the late fee (₹20,000 additional) or your application will be rejected.

**Uploading unclear or incomplete documents:** Scans must be clear and legible. If a document is blurry, cut off, or missing pages, it may be rejected during verification. Upload documents well before the deadline.

**Misunderstanding your eligibility:** If you are applying for S1B (local) seats but are not from Andhra University or Sri Venkateswara University areas, you are ineligible. If you are applying for NRI seats but are not an NRI or NRI blood relative, you will be rejected. Read the eligibility rules carefully.

**Forgetting the internship cutoff date:** Your internship must be completed by 30 September 2026. If it is not, you are ineligible, regardless of your NEET-PG score.

**Not meeting the cutoff score:** If your NEET-PG score is below the cutoff for your category (262 for General, 244 for PwBD, 226 for SC/ST/OBC), you cannot apply. Check your score carefully before applying.

• ⚠️ Do not apply after 24-10-2026, 10:00 PM — no extension
• ⚠️ Pay the registration fee before submitting — no fee, no application
• ⚠️ Pay the late fee (₹20,000) if applying on 24 October
• ⚠️ Upload clear, legible scans — blurry documents are rejected
• ⚠️ Check your eligibility for the seat category (S1A, S1B, S2, S3)
• ⚠️ Internship must be completed by 30-09-2026
• ⚠️ NEET-PG score must meet the cutoff for your category

What happens after you apply?

After you submit your application, Dr NTR UHS will verify your documents and prepare a merit list. The merit list will be published on the website https://drntr.uhsap.in. You must check the website regularly for announcements — no individual communications will be sent.

If your name appears on the merit list, you will be eligible to participate in the counselling rounds (Phase-I, Phase-II, Phase-III/Mop-Up). During counselling, you will be asked to choose colleges and specialties in order of preference. Seats will be allotted based on your merit rank, preferences, and seat availability.

If you are on the merit list for Category-S1A or S1B seats but wish to apply for Category-S2 (NRI) or S3 (Institutional) seats after Phase-I, you can submit documents with a late fee of ₹10,000 before the notice for Phase-II web options is issued. This allows you to change your seat category mid-process.

• Merit list published on https://drntr.uhsap.in
• Check website regularly — no individual communications
• If on merit list, participate in counselling rounds (Phase-I, II, III)
• Choose colleges and specialties in order of preference
• Seats allotted based on merit, preferences, and availability
• Can change seat category (S1 to S2/S3) after Phase-I with ₹10,000 late fee

Help and support

If you face difficulties while applying or have questions, Dr NTR UHS provides helpline support. Contact the appropriate team based on your issue. Helplines are available 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM only (except for technical support, which may have different hours).

For regulatory and eligibility questions, call 8978780501, 7997710168, or 9391805238. For technical issues with the application portal, call 9000780707 or 8008250842. For payment gateway issues, call 9000780707 or 8008250842. Email queries to pgquery23@gmail.com (regulations) or ap.uhs.support@aptonline.in (technical issues). The university emphasizes that queries sent to other email addresses may not be considered.

• Regulations & eligibility: 8978780501, 7997710168, 9391805238 (10 AM–6 PM)
• Technical issues: 9000780707, 8008250842
• Payment gateway: 9000780707, 8008250842
• Email (regulations): pgquery23@gmail.com
• Email (technical): ap.uhs.support@aptonline.in
• Website: https://drntr.uhsap.in
• Queries to other email addresses may not be considered

Frequently asked questions

Apply now at https://drntr.uhsap.in between 19–23 October (no late fee) or 24 October (₹20,000 late fee). Ensure you meet the cutoff score for your category, have completed your internship by 30 September 2026, and upload clear scans of all required documents. Read the prospectus and user manual carefully before applying — the registration fee is non-refundable. Monitor the website for the merit list and further counselling notices; no individual communications will be sent.