Andhra Pradesh NEET UG 2026 MBBS Stray Round: Dates, Fees & Colleges

Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has opened the final stray round of web-based counselling for MBBS admission for the 2026–27 academic year. This is the last opportunity to secure a seat in Management Quota (Category B1 and B2) at private medical colleges, or in NRI Lapsed Category seats at government and private colleges across Andhra Pradesh. The option-entry window is extremely short — only 22–23 October 2026 — and classes have already begun on 15 September 2026. If you are eligible and have not yet been allotted a seat, this is your final chance.

What is the Stray Round and Who Can Apply?

The stray round is the final counselling round after Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III (Mop-up) counselling have closed. It is open only to candidates who have NOT yet been allotted a seat in any of the earlier rounds and who meet the eligibility criteria. This round fills remaining vacant seats in Management Quota (B1 and B2 categories) at private medical colleges, and NRI Lapsed Category seats at government and private colleges, including Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women in Tirupati.

This is a one-time, final opportunity. Once you are allotted a seat in the stray round, you cannot participate in any further counselling rounds, and you cannot resign from the seat you are given.

Who Is NOT Eligible for the Stray Round?

The university has clearly defined who cannot participate. If you fall into any of the following categories, your application will be rejected, so do not waste time applying.

• Candidates who already hold and have joined an MBBS seat under Phase I or Phase II counselling (whether under Competent Authority Quota or Management Quota) at Dr. NTRUHS.
• Candidates who were allotted an MBBS seat under Phase III (Mop-up) counselling at Dr. NTRUHS, regardless of whether they joined or not.
• Candidates whose names appear on the Medical Counselling Committee's list up to the stray round, or who have already joined an MBBS course in another state.

Important Dates: Option Entry Window

The option-entry window is extremely narrow. You have less than 30 hours to log in, select your college preferences, and submit your choices. After 4 PM on 23 October 2026, the portal will close and no further entries will be accepted.

• Option entry starts: 10:00 PM on 22 October 2026
• Option entry closes: 4:00 PM on 23 October 2026
• Portal link: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBSMQ/Home/StudentLogin

Available Seats: Management Quota and NRI Lapsed Category

The stray round offers 239 seats across Andhra Pradesh. These are divided into two categories: Management Quota seats (B1 and B2) at private medical colleges, and NRI Lapsed Category seats at government and private colleges. The seat matrix below shows exactly how many seats are available at each college in each category. Study this carefully to understand where you can apply.

A total of 4 B1 seats, 6 B2 seats, and 229 NRI-C (NRI Lapsed Category) seats are available. The largest number of NRI-C seats are at Viswabharati Medical College, Kurnool (21 seats), Fathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Kadapa (15 seats), and Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences, Chittoor (2 seats). Government colleges have very few seats available — most are in private colleges.

University Fee: What You Must Pay to Download Your Allotment Order

If you are allotted a seat in the stray round, you must pay a university fee to download your allotment order. This fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against future payments. The fee depends on the type of seat you are allotted.

For Management Quota seats (B1 and B2) at private non-minority and minority colleges, the fee is ₹35,100. For NRI Lapsed Category seats (Category C) at private non-minority and minority colleges, including Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, the fee is ₹70,100. You must pay this fee online using a debit card, credit card, or internet banking through the university's payment gateway before you can download your allotment order.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process

The application process is entirely online. You will log in to the counselling portal, select your college preferences in order of priority, and submit your choices. The university will then run an algorithm to match your preferences with available seats. If you are allotted a seat, you will receive an allotment order.

Here is the exact process: (1) Log in to the portal at https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBSMQ/Home/StudentLogin between 10 PM on 22 October and 4 PM on 23 October 2026. (2) Enter your credentials and review the available seats in the colleges you wish to apply to. (3) Select your college preferences in order of priority — the system will consider your first choice first, then your second choice if the first is not available, and so on. (4) Submit your choices before 4 PM on 23 October. (5) Wait for the allotment result. (6) If allotted, log in again, download your allotment order after paying the university fee online. (7) Report to the allotted college with your allotment order, original certificates, and provisional allotment order within the reporting schedule specified in your allotment order. (8) Pay the tuition fee and college fee at the college to complete your admission.

• Log in to the portal: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBSMQ/Home/StudentLogin
• Option entry window: 22 October 10 PM to 23 October 4 PM
• Select colleges in order of preference
• Submit your choices before the deadline
• Download allotment order after paying university fee
• Report to the allotted college with original certificates and allotment order
• Pay tuition fee and college fee at the college

Critical Rules: What Happens After You Are Allotted a Seat

Once you are allotted a seat in the stray round, several strict rules apply. You MUST report to the allotted college in person within the reporting schedule specified in your allotment order. You must bring all original certificates, your provisional allotment order, and a copy of your final application. You cannot resign from the seat — the university does not permit withdrawals until the closure of the admissions schedule. If you fail to report within the prescribed time, you will forfeit your admission and lose your seat.

Additionally, if you are allotted a seat in the stray round, you are barred from participating in any further counselling rounds. There is no upgradation or free exit after Phase III, so the stray round is truly your last chance. The university also strictly prohibits seat blocking or cancellation of MBBS seats, and any student found involved in seat blocking will face legal action.

• You MUST report to the allotted college within the prescribed schedule — failure to do so forfeits your admission.
• You cannot resign from a stray round seat until the closure of the admissions schedule.
• You cannot participate in any further counselling rounds after the stray round.
• No upgradation or free exit is permitted after Phase III.
• Seat blocking is strictly prohibited; legal action will be taken against violators.
• All terms and conditions of Phase III (Mop-up) counselling apply to the stray round.

Documents You Must Bring to the College

When you report to your allotted college, you must bring specific documents. The college will verify all original certificates during the admission process. If any discrepancy is found between your original certificates and the information in your application, your provisional allotment will be cancelled and action will be taken against you as per university regulations. This is a serious matter — ensure all your documents are genuine and match your application exactly.

• Allotment order (downloaded from the portal after paying the university fee)
• Provisional allotment order
• Final application copy
• All original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET scorecard, category certificate if applicable, etc.)
• Any other documents specified in the counselling procedure instructions

Important Traps and Things That Will Get Your Application Rejected

Several common mistakes can result in your application being rejected or your allotment being cancelled. Read these carefully and avoid them.

First, if you have already joined an MBBS seat in Phase I, Phase II, or Phase III counselling at Dr. NTRUHS, or if you have joined an MBBS course in another state, you are not eligible and your application will be rejected. Second, if your name appears on the Medical Counselling Committee's list up to the stray round, you cannot apply. Third, if you do not pay the university fee within the time specified, you will not be able to download your allotment order and will lose your seat. Fourth, if you do not report to the allotted college within the prescribed schedule, you will forfeit your admission. Fifth, if any discrepancy is found in your original certificates during verification at the college, your allotment will be cancelled. Sixth, exercising web options does not automatically guarantee you a seat — the allotment depends on the algorithm and the availability of seats in your chosen colleges.

• ⚠️ Already joined an MBBS seat in Phase I, II, or III? You are NOT eligible.
• ⚠️ Already joined MBBS in another state? You are NOT eligible.
• ⚠️ Your name on the Medical Counselling Committee list? You are NOT eligible.
• ⚠️ Fail to pay the university fee? You cannot download your allotment order.
• ⚠️ Fail to report to the college on time? You forfeit your admission.
• ⚠️ Discrepancy in original certificates? Your allotment will be cancelled.
• ⚠️ Selecting colleges does not guarantee a seat — allotment depends on availability and the algorithm.

Security Deposit and Previous Notification

This stray round notification is a continuation of the university's earlier notification dated 16 October 2026, which outlined the terms for Management Quota counselling, including a security deposit of ₹3,00,000 (three lakh rupees). Candidates applying for Management Quota seats should refer to that earlier notification for full details on the security deposit requirement. The link to that notification is https://drntr.uhsap.in/index/notification/20261016205833423.pdf.

Classes Have Already Started — Act Immediately

Classes for the MBBS course began on 15 September 2026. This means that if you are allotted a seat in the stray round and report to the college, you will be joining mid-session. There is no time to waste. The option entry window closes at 4 PM on 23 October 2026, which is less than 30 hours from the opening of the portal. You must be ready to log in, select your colleges, and submit your choices as soon as the portal opens.

Frequently asked questions

The stray round is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS seat in Andhra Pradesh for 2026–27. The option entry window is extremely short — only 22–23 October 2026. Log in to https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBSMQ/Home/StudentLogin, select your colleges carefully, and submit your choices before 4 PM on 23 October. If allotted, pay the university fee immediately, download your allotment order, and report to the college with all original certificates within the prescribed schedule. Do not miss this deadline — there are no extensions or second chances.