Andhra Pradesh NEET UG 2026 MBBS Phase-III Vacant Seats List

Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, has released the complete list of vacant MBBS seats available for Phase-III counselling in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026-27 academic session. This is a detailed seat matrix showing exactly how many seats remain unfilled in each college, across all categories (OC, SC1, SC2, SC3, ST, BCA, BCB, BCD, BCE) and quotas (Competent Authority Quota and Open Unreserved). The matrix covers 40+ government and private medical colleges across the state. If you have already participated in Phase-I or Phase-II counselling and did not get a seat, or if you are eligible for Phase-III, this list tells you precisely where seats are still available and in which category you can apply.

What is this document?

This is the official vacant seat matrix for MBBS Phase-III counselling released by Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), the authority that conducts NEET-UG counselling for Andhra Pradesh. It shows, college by college, how many seats remain empty after Phase-I and Phase-II counselling rounds have concluded.

The matrix is organized by college code (a 4-letter abbreviation like GMCK, SVMC, ASRA), college type (GOVT for government, PVT for private), local region (AU for Andhra University region, SVU for Sri Venkateswara University region, SWI for Srikakulam-West Godavari), and reservation seat category (SVU for local-region reserved, AU for local-region reserved, UR for Unreserved).

Each cell in the matrix shows the number of vacant seats available in that college, for that specific category and quota combination. A '0' means no seats are vacant; a '1', '2', '3' or higher number means that many seats are still open and available for allocation in Phase-III.

Who is eligible for Phase-III counselling?

Phase-III counselling is open to all NEET-UG 2026 qualified candidates who have not yet been allotted a seat in Phase-I or Phase-II, or who have been allotted a seat but have chosen to participate again in Phase-III to try for a better college or course.

You must have a valid NEET-UG 2026 score and must be registered with NTRUHS counselling portal. Your category (OC, SC1, SC2, SC3, ST, BCA, BCB, BCD, BCE) is determined by your NEET application and caste/tribe certificate, if applicable. Your quota (Competent Authority Quota or Unreserved) depends on your local region eligibility as per Andhra Pradesh domicile rules.

Understanding the seat matrix columns

The matrix is divided into major category blocks: OC (Open Category), SC1, SC2, SC3 (Scheduled Caste sub-groups), ST (Scheduled Tribe), BCA, BCB, BCD, BCE (Backward Caste sub-groups), and MIN ORIT (Minority and Other Reserved categories).

Within each category block, seats are further split by quota type: PH (Competent Authority Quota — seats filled by the state through its own counselling), SG (Supernumerary — additional seats), PMC (Private Medical College quota), and CAP (Centrally Allocated Pool, if applicable). For each quota, there are separate columns for F (Female) and G (General/Male) candidates.

For example, under OC (Open Category), you will see columns for OC-PH-F, OC-PH-G, OC-SG-F, OC-SG-G, OC-PMC-F, OC-PMC-G, and so on. Find your category, your quota type, and your gender to locate the exact number of vacant seats available to you.

How to read your college code and find your seats

Each college is identified by a 4-letter code. For example: GMCK = Government Medical College, Kurnool; SVMC = Sri Venkateswara Medical College; ASRA = Andhra Sai Ram Academy; KATR = Katuri Medical College. The full list of college codes and their full names is provided in the matrix.

To find seats available to you: (1) Locate your college code in the leftmost column. (2) Check the 'College Type' column to confirm it is GOVT (government) or PVT (private). (3) Check the 'Local Region' column (AU or SVU) to see which region the college serves. (4) Check the 'Reservation Seat' column to see if it is SVU (local-region reserved), AU (local-region reserved), or UR (Unreserved). (5) Move across the row to find your category (OC, SC1, SC2, SC3, ST, BCA, BCB, BCD, BCE). (6) Within your category, find your quota (PH, SG, PMC, CAP) and gender (F or G). The number in that cell is the count of vacant seats.

For example, if you are an OC (Open Category) female candidate eligible for Competent Authority Quota (PH) at GMCK, you would look at the GMCK row, find the OC category block, locate the PH-F column, and read the number. If it shows '2', there are 2 vacant seats available to you in that combination.

Category and quota definitions

**OC (Open Category):** Candidates who do not belong to any reserved category (SC, ST, BC). Open to all.

**SC1, SC2, SC3:** Scheduled Caste candidates, divided into three sub-groups based on Andhra Pradesh state rules. You must have a valid SC certificate specifying your sub-group.

**ST (Scheduled Tribe):** Candidates belonging to a Scheduled Tribe as per the Indian Constitution. You must have a valid ST certificate.

**BCA, BCB, BCD, BCE:** Backward Caste candidates, divided into four sub-groups (A, B, D, E) as per Andhra Pradesh state classification. You must have a valid BC certificate specifying your sub-group.

**Competent Authority Quota (PH):** Seats filled by the state government through its own counselling process. These are the main state-level seats.

**Supernumerary (SG):** Additional seats created by the college beyond the sanctioned strength, typically for merit-based or special category candidates.

**Private Medical College Quota (PMC):** Seats in private colleges that are allocated through the state counselling process (not directly by the college).

**Unreserved (UR):** Seats not reserved for any local region or category; open to all eligible candidates across the state.

Important: What the numbers mean

A number like '1', '2', '3' in a cell means that exact count of seats is vacant and available for allocation in Phase-III. A '0' means no seats are vacant in that combination — do not apply for that college-category-quota combination, as you will not be allotted.

The total number of vacant seats across all colleges and categories is the total pool available for Phase-III. If you are ranked lower than the total number of vacant seats in your category, you have a reasonable chance of getting a seat; if you are ranked much lower, your chances are slim.

These numbers are final as of the date of release. They reflect seats that were not filled in Phase-I and Phase-II. Once Phase-III counselling begins and candidates are allotted, these numbers will decrease.

Colleges included in the matrix

The matrix covers 40+ MBBS colleges across Andhra Pradesh, including major government colleges (GMCK, GMCG, GMCO, GMCP, GMCS, GMCV, GMCN, GMCM, GMCE, GMCA, GMCR, SVMC, PADT, KMCK, RMCK, SMCV) and numerous private colleges (ASRA, KATR, KONA, MAHA, NARN, NIMR, NRIM, NRVP, PSIM, GSLR, GVPT, GEMS, AGMP, APLC, BMCT, FIMS, PESK, RVSC, SRMC, VMCK, and others).

Government colleges typically have more seats and lower fees; private colleges have fewer seats and higher fees. Both are included in the state counselling process. Check the 'College Type' column to identify which colleges are government and which are private.

How to use this list for Phase-III registration

**Step 1: Identify your category and quota.** Know your NEET category (OC, SC1, SC2, SC3, ST, BCA, BCB, BCD, BCE) and your quota eligibility (Competent Authority Quota or Unreserved). This is determined by your NEET application and your caste/tribe certificate.

**Step 2: Scan the matrix for your category.** Look at all colleges and find those with vacant seats in your category and quota.

**Step 3: Note colleges with seats.** Write down the college codes of colleges that have at least 1 vacant seat in your category-quota combination. These are the colleges where you have a chance of getting a seat.

**Step 4: Prioritize colleges.** Rank these colleges by your preference (location, reputation, infrastructure, etc.). You will need to list them in order of preference during Phase-III registration.

**Step 5: Register and fill choices.** When Phase-III registration opens, log into the NTRUHS counselling portal, enter your credentials, and fill in your college choices in order of preference. You can typically choose up to 10–15 colleges (check the official notification for the exact number).

**Step 6: Wait for allotment.** After the choice-filling deadline, the system will run an algorithm and allot you a seat based on your rank, category, quota, and choices. You will be notified of your allotment via the portal and SMS.

Common mistakes to avoid

**Mistake 1: Applying for a college with 0 vacant seats.** If a cell shows '0', there are no seats available. Do not waste a choice on that college-category-quota combination. You will not be allotted.

**Mistake 2: Confusing category sub-groups.** SC1, SC2, and SC3 are different. If your certificate says SC2, you can only apply for SC2 seats, not SC1 or SC3. Similarly, BCA, BCB, BCD, BCE are separate. Check your certificate carefully.

**Mistake 3: Ignoring the 'Reservation Seat' column.** A college may have seats under 'SVU' (local-region reserved) but not under 'UR' (Unreserved). If you are not from that local region, you cannot apply for SVU seats. Always check this column.

**Mistake 4: Not checking college type.** Government colleges (GOVT) and private colleges (PVT) have different fee structures and eligibility rules. Make sure you understand which type you are applying to.

**Mistake 5: Misreading the quota.** PH (Competent Authority Quota) is different from SG (Supernumerary) and PMC (Private Medical College quota). Each has different rules. Read the official notification to understand which quotas you are eligible for.

**Mistake 6: Applying for seats you are not eligible for.** If you are a female candidate, you can only apply for seats marked 'F' (Female). If you are a male candidate, you can only apply for seats marked 'G' (General/Male). Do not apply for the wrong gender category.

Next steps: When will Phase-III counselling happen?

This vacant seat list is released to help you prepare and plan your choices. Phase-III counselling will follow a schedule announced by NTRUHS. Typically, the schedule includes: (1) Registration window — when you log in and fill your college choices. (2) Choice-filling deadline — the last date to submit your preferences. (3) Allotment — the date when the system processes your choices and allots a seat. (4) Reporting — the date by which you must report to your allotted college with documents.

Check the NTRUHS official website (drntr.uhsap.in) regularly for the Phase-III counselling schedule notification. Do not miss any deadline, as late registrations are typically not accepted.

Frequently asked questions

This vacant seat matrix is your roadmap for Phase-III counselling. Use it to identify colleges where seats are available in your category and quota. Once the Phase-III counselling schedule is announced by NTRUHS, register immediately, fill your college choices carefully (in order of preference), and submit before the deadline. Monitor the NTRUHS website (drntr.uhsap.in) for the Phase-III notification and important dates. Do not miss any deadline — late registrations are not accepted.