Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has announced a stray round of web-based counselling for MBBS admission under Competent Authority Quota seats for the 2026-27 academic year. This is the final opportunity to fill 3 remaining MBBS seats across two colleges in Andhra Pradesh. The stray round is open only to candidates who have not already joined an MBBS course and meet specific eligibility criteria. Web options must be exercised on a single day — 22 October 2026 — between 11 AM and 3 PM. If you are eligible and interested, you must act immediately, as this is likely the last counselling round before the admission process closes.
Only 3 MBBS seats are available in this stray round; web options close on 22 October 2026 at 3 PM — this is your final chance to participate in NTRUHS counselling for 2026-27.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Stray Round and Why Does It Matter?
A stray round is the final counselling round held after all main counselling phases are complete. It exists to fill any seats that remain vacant after candidates have joined or declined their allotted seats. In this case, NTRUHS is opening a stray round specifically for Competent Authority Quota (CAQ) seats — these are seats that the state government fills through its own counselling process, separate from the main merit-based counselling.
This stray round is your last opportunity to secure an MBBS seat under NTRUHS for the 2026-27 academic year. After this round closes, no further counselling will be held. If you are still waiting for a seat and meet the eligibility criteria, this is a critical window — missing the 22 October deadline means you will not get another chance this year.
Which Colleges and How Many Seats Are Available?
Only 3 MBBS seats are available across 2 colleges in Andhra Pradesh. Two seats are at R.V.S Institute of Medical Sciences in Chittoor (both reserved for BC-B category — one for General (G) and one for Female (F) candidates). One seat is at Sri Balaji Medical College in Renigunta, Tirupati, reserved for OC (Open Category) General candidates.
These are SVU-LOCAL seats, meaning they are reserved for candidates whose local area is SVU (Sri Venkateswara University region). The colleges are well-established medical institutions in Andhra Pradesh. If you are allotted a seat, you will be required to report to that specific college and cannot choose a different one.
- R.V.S Institute of Medical Sciences, Chittoor: 2 seats (BC-B category)
- Sri Balaji Medical College, Renigunta, Tirupati: 1 seat (OC category)
| Category & Seat Type | College | Number of Seats |
|---|---|---|
| SVU-LOCAL BC-B (General) | R.V.S Institute of Medical Sciences, Chittoor | 1 |
| SVU-LOCAL BC-B (Female) | R.V.S Institute of Medical Sciences, Chittoor | 1 |
| SVU-LOCAL OC (General) | Sri Balaji Medical College, Renigunta, Tirupati | 1 |
Important Dates: When to Apply and When Allotment Happens
The entire stray round counselling process happens on a single day: 22 October 2026. Web options (your seat preferences) must be entered between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM on this date. This is a compressed timeline — you have only 4 hours to log in, review available seats, and submit your choices. After 3 PM, the portal will close and no further options can be submitted.
The notification does not specify when allotment results will be announced, but based on standard NTRUHS practice, allotment is typically declared within 1–2 days after the option entry deadline. Once you are allotted a seat, you must report to the college immediately within the prescribed reporting schedule (which will be mentioned in your allotment order). Classes have already started on 15 September 2026, so there is no delay — you will join an ongoing batch.
- Web options entry: 22 October 2026, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Portal link: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/StudentLogin
- Classes already commenced: 15 September 2026
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Web options entry opens | 22 October 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Web options entry closes | 22 October 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Allotment (expected) | Within 1–2 days (exact date to be announced) |
Who Is Eligible to Participate in This Stray Round?
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Not every NEET-qualified candidate can participate in this stray round. NTRUHS has clearly defined who is NOT eligible. If you fall into any of the excluded categories, your application will be rejected even if you submit it. Read this section carefully — many candidates lose their seats because they did not check eligibility before applying.
The key exclusion is that you cannot have already joined an MBBS course under any previous NTRUHS counselling phase (Phase-1, Phase-2, or Phase-3/Mop-up), whether under Competent Authority Quota or Management Quota. You also cannot have used the Free Exit Facility in the past. Additionally, if your name appears on the Medical Counselling Committee's list of candidates who have already joined MBBS in other states, you are ineligible. Finally, because these are SVU-LOCAL seats, only candidates whose local area is SVU can apply — candidates from AU-LOCAL or AP-NONLOCAL regions are explicitly barred.
- You have NOT joined an MBBS course under Phase-1 or Phase-2 counselling (CQ or MQ) of NTRUHS
- You have NOT availed the Free Exit Facility under NTRUHS
- You have NOT been allotted an MBBS seat under Phase-III (Mop-up) counselling (CQ or MQ) of NTRUHS
- Your name does NOT appear on the Medical Counselling Committee's list of candidates who have joined MBBS in other states
- You are an SVU-LOCAL candidate (NOT AU-LOCAL or AP-NONLOCAL)
Critical Trap: SVU-LOCAL Eligibility — Are You Eligible?
This is the most common reason candidates are rejected in this round. All 3 seats are reserved for SVU-LOCAL candidates only. SVU stands for Sri Venkateswara University region, which covers specific districts in Andhra Pradesh. If you are from AU-LOCAL (Acharya Nagarjuna University region) or AP-NONLOCAL (anywhere else in Andhra Pradesh outside these two regions), you CANNOT participate in this stray round, even if you have a valid NEET score.
Before you fill out the web options form, confirm your local area status. This is determined by your domicile/residence at the time of NEET registration. If you are unsure whether you fall under SVU-LOCAL, contact NTRUHS or check the counselling procedure document posted on the university website on 29 August 2026. Submitting an application when you are ineligible will result in automatic rejection and forfeiture of any fees paid.
- SVU-LOCAL candidates: ELIGIBLE
- AU-LOCAL candidates: NOT ELIGIBLE
- AP-NONLOCAL candidates: NOT ELIGIBLE
Fees You Must Pay: University Fee and Security Deposit
If you are allotted a seat in this stray round, you must pay two separate fees to complete your admission: a University fee and a security deposit. The University fee is Rs. 12,600, which you must pay at the time of downloading your allotment order. This fee is non-refundable under any circumstances — even if you later withdraw or your admission is cancelled due to certificate discrepancies, this money will not be returned or adjusted against future payments.
Additionally, a security deposit of Rs. 50,000 was notified in the earlier notification dated 14 October 2026. This security deposit is separate from the University fee and college tuition fees. You will also be required to pay tuition fees and college fees to the college at the time of reporting. Ensure you have all these funds ready before the allotment is announced, as you must report to the college immediately after allotment.
- University fee: Rs. 12,600 (non-refundable, payable at allotment order download)
- Security deposit: Rs. 50,000 (as per 14 October 2026 notification)
- Tuition fee: To be paid to the college at reporting
- College fee: To be paid to the college at reporting
| Fee Type | Amount | When to Pay | Refundable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| University fee | Rs. 12,600 | At allotment order download | No |
| Security deposit | Rs. 50,000 | As per 14-10-2026 notification | Not specified |
| Tuition fee | As per college | At college reporting | Not specified |
| College fee | As per college | At college reporting | Not specified |
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process
The application process for this stray round is entirely online through a web portal. You do not need to visit any office or submit physical forms. On 22 October 2026, starting at 11:00 AM, log in to the portal using your credentials (NEET roll number and password or other login details you used during earlier counselling rounds). The portal link is https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/StudentLogin.
Once logged in, you will see the available seats listed by college, category, and seat type. You must rank these seats in order of your preference — this is called 'exercising web options'. You can rank as many or as few seats as you wish, but you must rank them in the order you prefer them. The system will allot you the highest-ranked seat for which you are eligible and which is available. After you have ranked your preferences, submit your choices. The portal will close at 3:00 PM — after this time, no changes can be made.
After submission, you will receive a confirmation. Save this confirmation and wait for the allotment result, which will be announced within 1–2 days. Once allotted, download your allotment order from the portal after paying the University fee of Rs. 12,600. Then proceed immediately to the allotted college with all original certificates and the allotment order to complete your admission.
- Step 1: Log in to https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/StudentLogin on 22 October 2026 between 11 AM and 3 PM
- Step 2: Review the available seats (3 seats across 2 colleges)
- Step 3: Rank the seats in order of your preference
- Step 4: Submit your web options before 3 PM
- Step 5: Save your confirmation
- Step 6: Wait for allotment result (within 1–2 days)
- Step 7: Download allotment order after paying Rs. 12,600 University fee
- Step 8: Report to the allotted college with original certificates and allotment order
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What Happens After You Are Allotted a Seat: Reporting and Admission
If you are allotted a seat in this stray round, you MUST report to the allotted college in person within the prescribed reporting schedule. The notification does not specify the exact reporting dates, but these will be mentioned in your allotment order. You cannot skip reporting or delay — if you do not report within the deadline, your admission will be forfeited and the seat will be cancelled. There is no option to defer or postpone your joining.
When you report to the college, bring all original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, category certificate if applicable, and any other documents specified in the counselling procedure). You will also need to bring your provisional allotment order and provisional verification copy (both downloaded from the portal). The college will verify your original certificates against the documents you submitted during counselling. If there is any discrepancy — for example, if your certificate shows a different name or date of birth than what you entered in the counselling form — your allotment will be cancelled immediately and action will be taken against you as per university regulations.
You must also pay the tuition fee and college fee at the time of reporting. These amounts vary by college and will be informed by the college. Once you report and complete all formalities, your admission is confirmed and you will begin classes immediately (classes have already started on 15 September 2026, so you will join an ongoing batch).
- Report to the allotted college COMPULSORILY within the prescribed schedule
- Bring all original certificates, provisional allotment order, and provisional verification copy
- Pay tuition fee and college fee at the college
- Undergo certificate verification at the college
- If discrepancies are found, allotment will be cancelled
- No withdrawal is permitted until the closure of the admissions schedule
Critical Rules: What You Cannot Do After Allotment
Once you are allotted a seat in this stray round, several restrictions apply. First, you CANNOT resign or withdraw from the seat. Unlike earlier counselling phases where candidates had the option to exit, there is no Free Exit Facility after Phase-III (Mop-up) counselling, and this stray round follows the same rules. If you accept the seat and report to the college, you are committed to the course for the full duration.
Second, if you are allotted a seat under Competent Authority Quota in this stray round, you are NOT allowed to participate in any further counselling — including the stray round of Management Quota counselling or any other subsequent round. This means if you get a CAQ seat here, that is your final seat; you cannot try to upgrade to a better college or category later.
Third, you cannot engage in seat blocking or seat cancellation. Seat blocking means artificially holding a seat without intending to join, or cancelling a seat after joining to create artificial vacancies. NTRUHS explicitly states it does not support or entertain seat blocking. If you are found involved in seat blocking, legal action will be initiated against you. This is a serious matter — do not attempt it.
- You CANNOT resign or withdraw from the allotted seat
- You CANNOT opt for further counselling rounds (including Management Quota stray round)
- You CANNOT engage in seat blocking or seat cancellation
- Legal action will be taken if you are found involved in seat blocking
- No upgradation or Free Exit is available after Phase-III counselling
Certificate Verification: What Gets Your Admission Cancelled
Certificate verification is a critical step that happens at the college after you report. The college will compare your original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, category certificate, etc.) with the information you provided in your counselling form. If there is ANY discrepancy, your provisional allotment will be cancelled immediately. Common discrepancies that lead to cancellation include: name spelled differently on different certificates, date of birth not matching, category certificate showing a different sub-category than what you claimed, or a certificate being issued after the deadline specified by the university.
To avoid this trap, ensure that all your certificates are accurate and consistent before you submit your counselling form. If you have already submitted and notice an error, contact NTRUHS immediately to correct it in the system before the allotment is announced. Once your allotment is cancelled due to a discrepancy, you will lose your seat and may face further action as per university regulations. Additionally, the University fee you paid (Rs. 12,600) will not be refunded.
- Name must match exactly across all certificates
- Date of birth must be consistent
- Category certificate must show the correct category and sub-category
- All certificates must be issued on or after the date specified by the university
- Any discrepancy found during verification will result in cancellation of allotment
- Cancelled candidates will not receive a refund of the University fee
Important: Read the Full Counselling Procedure Before Applying
This notification provides the key details for the stray round, but it does not cover all rules and procedures. NTRUHS has posted a comprehensive 'Instructions on Counselling Procedure' document on its website dated 29 August 2026. This document contains additional rules, eligibility criteria, document requirements, and procedures that apply to this stray round as well. You are strongly advised to read this document in full before you log in to submit your web options.
The notification also states that 'all the terms and conditions of Phase-III (Mop-up) counselling remain the same for this STRAY ROUND of counselling.' This means any rules that applied to the Mop-up round also apply here. If you participated in earlier counselling rounds, you should already be familiar with these rules, but if this is your first time, make sure you understand them. Ignorance of the rules is not an excuse for non-compliance — the university will enforce all rules strictly.
- Read the 'Instructions on Counselling Procedure' posted on 29 August 2026 on the NTRUHS website
- All Phase-III (Mop-up) counselling rules apply to this stray round
- Visit the NTRUHS website: https://drntr.uhsap.in for all official documents
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
I joined an MBBS course under Phase-2 counselling but later withdrew. Can I participate in this stray round?
No. The notification explicitly states that candidates who were joined in MBBS course under Phase-1 or Phase-2 counselling are NOT eligible to participate in this stray round, regardless of whether they later withdrew. Once you have joined a course, you cannot participate in stray rounds. Your only option would have been to use the Free Exit Facility during the allowed period, but that window has now closed.
I am from AU-LOCAL region. Can I apply for the SVU-LOCAL seats in this stray round?
No. The notification explicitly states that because the vacancies are meant for SVU-LOCAL, candidates from AU-LOCAL and AP-NONLOCAL are not eligible to exercise web options. You can only apply for seats reserved for your own local region. If you are AU-LOCAL, you must wait for AU-LOCAL seats to become available in a future counselling round.
What is the exact reporting date after I am allotted a seat?
The notification does not specify the exact reporting dates. These will be mentioned in your allotment order, which you will download from the portal after paying the University fee. You must report within the schedule mentioned in your allotment order. Check your allotment order carefully as soon as it is announced.
If I am allotted a seat in this stray round, can I later opt for Management Quota counselling?
No. The notification clearly states that candidates allotted a seat under Competent Authority Quota in this stray round will NOT be allowed to opt for the stray round of Management Quota counselling or any further counselling. Once you accept a CAQ seat, that is your final seat for the year.
Is the University fee of Rs. 12,600 refundable if my admission is cancelled due to certificate discrepancies?
No. The notification explicitly states: 'The University fee once paid shall not be refunded or adjusted to future date under any circumstances.' Even if your allotment is cancelled due to certificate verification issues, you will not get this fee back. This is why it is critical to ensure all your certificates are accurate before applying.
I have already used the Free Exit Facility in an earlier round. Am I eligible for this stray round?
No. The notification lists 'Candidates who were availed Free Exit Facility under Dr. NTRUHS' as ineligible to participate in stray rounds. Once you have used Free Exit, you cannot participate in any further counselling rounds.
What happens if I do not report to the college within the prescribed schedule after being allotted a seat?
If you do not report within the prescribed schedule, your admission will be forfeited and the seat will be cancelled. There is no grace period or extension. You must report in person with all original certificates and the allotment order within the exact dates mentioned in your allotment order.
Can I withdraw from the MBBS course after joining if I get a better opportunity later?
No. The notification states: 'No candidate is permitted to withdraw from the course till closure of the admissions schedule.' Additionally, there is no Free Exit Facility available after Phase-III counselling. Once you join, you are committed to the course.
I missed the Phase-3 (Mop-up) counselling. Is this stray round my last chance to get an MBBS seat?
Yes, this stray round is likely your last chance for the 2026-27 academic year. After this round closes on 22 October 2026, no further counselling will be held. If you are eligible, you must participate immediately.
What documents do I need to bring when I report to the college?
You must bring: (1) all original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, category certificate if applicable, and any other documents specified in the counselling procedure), (2) provisional allotment order (downloaded from the portal), and (3) provisional verification copy (downloaded from the portal). The college will verify these documents against your counselling form. Any discrepancy will result in cancellation of your allotment.
Classes have already started on 15 September. Will I have to catch up if I join now?
Yes. Classes commenced on 15 September 2026, so if you are allotted a seat and join now, you will be joining an ongoing batch. You will need to catch up with the curriculum that has already been covered. This is standard practice in stray rounds.
How do I know if I am SVU-LOCAL or AU-LOCAL?
Your local area status is determined by your domicile/residence at the time of NEET registration. If you are unsure, check the counselling procedure document posted on the NTRUHS website on 29 August 2026, or contact NTRUHS directly. Do not guess — applying when you are ineligible will result in automatic rejection.
This is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS seat under NTRUHS for 2026-27. If you are SVU-LOCAL, have not joined any MBBS course previously, and meet all eligibility criteria, log in to https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/StudentLogin on 22 October 2026 between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM to submit your web options. Read the full counselling procedure document (posted on 29 August 2026 on the NTRUHS website) before applying. After allotment, you must report to the college immediately with all original certificates and be prepared to pay the University fee (Rs. 12,600) and college fees. Do not miss this deadline — after 3 PM on 22 October, the portal will close and no further counselling will be held.
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