Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, has released the final allotment result for BDS admission under the Competent Authority Quota (CQ) Stray Round for the 2026-27 academic year. This is the last round of counselling for BDS seats in Andhra Pradesh. The allotment list is now live on the university website, and candidates who have been allotted a seat must download their allotment letter and report to their assigned college by 4:00 PM on 13 November 2026. Missing this deadline will result in forfeiture of your seat. Classes have already begun on 24 September 2026, so joining immediately is critical.
Download your BDS allotment letter immediately and report to your assigned college by 4 PM on 13 November 2026, or your seat will be cancelled.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the BDS Stray Round and who is eligible?
The Stray Round is the final counselling round for BDS seats in Andhra Pradesh. It is conducted under the Competent Authority Quota (CQ), which means these are seats that the state government fills through its own counselling process, separate from the main All India Quota and state merit-based rounds.
Candidates who were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds, or who did not accept their earlier allotment, are eligible to participate in the Stray Round. This round uses remaining vacant BDS seats across private and government dental colleges in AP. The allotment is based on your NEET UG 2026 rank, score, category, and local area eligibility.
The Stray Round is typically the last opportunity to secure a BDS seat for the 2026-27 academic year. If you have been allotted a seat in this round, you must act immediately—the reporting deadline is just two days away.
How to download your allotment letter
Your allotment letter is now available on the official NEET UG admissions portal. You must log in using your NEET roll number and password to access it.
Visit the login portal at: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/Home. Note that the portal URL says 'MBBS' but it also handles BDS allotments—use the same login credentials you used during NEET registration.
Once logged in, download your allotment letter immediately. The letter will show your assigned college, the BDS seat category you have been allotted (e.g., General, SC, ST, OC, Minority), and the exact instructions for reporting. Keep a printed copy with you when you visit the college.
- Login URL: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/Home
- Use your NEET roll number and password
- Download and print your allotment letter
- Check the college name, seat category, and reporting instructions carefully
Critical deadline: Report by 4 PM on 13 November 2026
This is the most important date. You must physically report to your allotted college by 4:00 PM on 13 November 2026. This is a hard deadline—reporting even one minute after 4 PM may result in your seat being cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the waiting list.
Reporting means visiting the college in person with your allotment letter and required documents, completing the admission formalities, and confirming your acceptance of the seat. Do not delay or assume you can report later. Classes have already started on 24 September 2026, so you will be joining mid-semester.
If you cannot report by this deadline for any reason, your seat will be forfeited. There is no provision for extension or online reporting for the Stray Round.
- Reporting deadline: 4:00 PM on 13 November 2026 (today is 11 November—you have 2 days)
- You must report in person at your allotted college
- Bring your allotment letter and all required documents
- Missing this deadline results in automatic seat cancellation
- Classes have already commenced; you will join mid-semester
Colleges and seats in this Stray Round allotment
The Stray Round allotment covers BDS seats across 15 dental colleges in Andhra Pradesh. These include government colleges (Government Dental College & Hospital, Vijayawada; Government Dental College & Hospital, Kadapa) and private colleges (Gitam Dental College & Hospital, Visakhapatnam; KIMS Dental College & Hospital, Amalapuram; Nimra Institute of Dental Sciences; and others).
The allotment list shows 47 candidates allotted across these colleges. Each candidate has been assigned to a specific college based on their rank, category, and local area eligibility. Your allotment letter will clearly state which college you have been assigned to.
The colleges listed in this round are: Anil Neerukonda Institute of Dental Sciences (Visakhapatnam), CKS Theja Institute of Dental Sciences & Research (Tirupati), Government Dental College & Hospital (Kadapa), Government Dental College & Hospital (Vijayawada), Gitam Dental College & Hospital (Visakhapatnam), GSL Dental College & Hospital (Rajamahendravaram), KIMS Dental College & Hospital (Amalapuram), Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences (Rajahmundry), Narayana Dental College & Hospital (Nellore), Nimra Institute of Dental Sciences (Ibrahimpatnam), Sibar Institute of Dental Sciences (Guntur), St. Joseph Dental College (Eluru), Drs. Sudha & Nageswara Rao Siddhartha Institute of Dental Sciences (Gannavaram), Sree Sai Dental College & Research Institute (Srikakulam), and Vishnu Dental College (Bhimavaram).
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- 15 dental colleges across Andhra Pradesh
- Mix of government and private institutions
- 47 candidates allotted in total
- Your college assignment is shown in your allotment letter
Understanding your allotment letter: what information it contains
Your allotment letter is a critical document. It contains your NEET rank, NEET roll number, NEET score, your name, gender, category (SC, ST, OC, BCD, BCB, BCA, BCE, Minority, etc.), local area code (AU for Andhra Pradesh, SVU for Sri Venkateswara University region, APNL for AP Non-Local), and the exact allotment details.
The allotment details line shows: College Code – BDS – Local Area – Category – Gender/Special Status – Phase. For example, 'GDCK - BDS - SVU - OC - G --- 1' means Government Dental College Kadapa, BDS course, SVU local area, Open Category, General (not PH/Minority/Supernumerary), Phase 1. The phase number indicates which round of counselling you were allotted in.
The letter also includes specific instructions from the college about what documents to bring, fees to pay, and the exact reporting procedure. Read these instructions carefully before visiting the college. Do not assume all colleges follow the same process.
- NEET rank, roll number, and score
- Your name, gender, and category
- Local area eligibility code
- College name and code
- Seat category (General, SC, ST, OC, Minority, etc.)
- Phase of allotment (Stray Round = final phase)
- College-specific reporting instructions
Documents you must bring when reporting to the college
When you report to your allotted college, you must bring original documents and photocopies. The exact list may vary slightly by college, but the allotment letter will specify what is required. Typically, you will need your NEET admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, your category certificate (if applicable), your local area certificate (if applicable), and your Aadhaar card or passport.
If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OC, BCD, BCB, BCA, BCE, Minority), bring your original category certificate issued by the competent authority. If you are claiming local area eligibility, bring your local area certificate. These certificates must be valid and issued by the appropriate government authority. Fake or invalid certificates will result in rejection and cancellation of your seat.
Bring your allotment letter (printed), your NEET admit card, and any other documents mentioned in the college's reporting instructions. It is also wise to bring a few extra photocopies of key documents. Ask the college for a receipt or confirmation of your admission once you have completed the reporting process.
- Allotment letter (printed)
- NEET admit card
- 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Local area certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card or passport
- Any other documents specified in the allotment letter
- Photocopies of all documents
Category and local area codes explained
Your allotment letter shows your category and local area code. Understanding these is important because they determine which seats you are eligible for and how your rank is evaluated. Categories in AP BDS counselling include: OC (Open Category), SC1, SC2, SC3 (Scheduled Caste sub-groups), ST (Scheduled Tribe), BCD, BCB, BCA, BCE (Backward Caste sub-groups), and Minority (religious minority communities).
Local area codes are: AU (Andhra Pradesh local), SVU (Sri Venkateswara University region), and APNL (AP Non-Local). If you are AU local, you are eligible for AU-reserved seats. If you are SVU local, you are eligible for SVU-reserved seats. If you are APNL, you are eligible for unreserved (UR) seats. Your allotment will be in a seat reserved for your category and local area combination.
Some allotments show special codes like 'PH' (Person with Disability), 'CON' (Conversion—a candidate from one category allotted to another due to merit and availability), 'F' (Female), 'G' (General/Male), 'BSG' (Breastfeeding/Supernumerary), or 'Minority'. These indicate special circumstances or supernumerary seats. If your allotment shows 'CON', it means you have been allotted a seat in a different category than your original category due to your rank and seat availability.
- Categories: OC, SC1, SC2, SC3, ST, BCD, BCB, BCA, BCE, Minority
- Local areas: AU (Andhra Pradesh), SVU (Sri Venkateswara University region), APNL (AP Non-Local)
- Special codes: PH (Disability), CON (Conversion), F (Female), G (General), BSG (Supernumerary), Minority
What happens after you report: admission confirmation and fee payment
Once you report to the college and complete the admission formalities, the college will issue you an admission confirmation letter or receipt. This is your proof of admission. Keep this document safe—you will need it for all future correspondence with the college and the university.
The college will inform you of the fees you must pay (tuition, hostel, examination, etc.) and the payment deadline. BDS is a 4-year course, and fees vary by college and whether it is a government or private institution. Government colleges typically charge lower fees; private colleges charge significantly higher fees. Ensure you understand the total fee structure before confirming your admission.
After fee payment, the college will issue you a fee receipt and your official admission letter. You will then be enrolled as a student of the college and the university. Your name will be added to the college's roll and you will receive your roll number. Classes have already started, so you will need to catch up on the coursework you have missed.
- College issues admission confirmation letter after reporting
- College informs you of fees and payment deadline
- Pay fees by the deadline to secure your seat
- Obtain fee receipt and official admission letter
- You will be enrolled and assigned a roll number
- Classes have already started on 24 September 2026
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Important: Classes have already started—you will join mid-semester
A critical point: classes for the 2026-27 BDS batch commenced on 24 September 2026. This means the academic year is already 6-7 weeks underway. If you join now through the Stray Round, you will be joining mid-semester and will have missed significant coursework, practicals, and assessments.
You will need to catch up quickly on all the material covered so far. Speak to the college about how they will help you bridge this gap. Some colleges may require you to attend extra classes or complete assignments to catch up. Do not assume you can simply join and follow along from day one.
This is still a valid BDS seat and a valuable opportunity, but be prepared for the challenge of joining late in the academic year.
- Classes started on 24 September 2026
- You will join 6-7 weeks into the semester
- You will have missed significant coursework and practicals
- You must catch up quickly on all material covered so far
- Speak to the college about support for late joiners
Common mistakes that get your seat cancelled
Missing the reporting deadline (4 PM on 13 November 2026) is the most common reason for seat cancellation. Even if you are delayed by a few hours, your seat will be forfeited. Do not assume you can report the next day or later. Plan your travel and reporting well in advance.
Bringing invalid or fake category or local area certificates will result in immediate rejection and seat cancellation. The college will verify all certificates with the issuing authority. If a certificate is found to be invalid, you will lose your seat and may face legal consequences. Ensure all your certificates are genuine and issued by the competent authority.
Not bringing all required documents will delay your admission and may result in your seat being cancelled if the college cannot complete your admission formalities. Read the allotment letter carefully and bring every document listed. Do not assume you know what documents are needed.
Failing to pay fees by the college's deadline will result in seat cancellation. Once you report, the college will give you a fee payment deadline (usually a few days). If you do not pay by this date, your seat will be offered to the next candidate. Ensure you have the funds ready before reporting.
- Missing the 4 PM deadline on 13 November 2026 = automatic seat cancellation
- Invalid or fake category/local area certificates = rejection and legal consequences
- Not bringing all required documents = admission formalities cannot be completed
- Failing to pay fees by the college's deadline = seat cancellation
- Not following college-specific reporting instructions = rejection
What if you don't see your name in the allotment list?
If you participated in the Stray Round but do not see your name in the college-wise allotment list, it means you have not been allotted a seat. This could be because your rank was not high enough for any of the remaining vacant seats, or because your category and local area combination had no available seats.
In this case, you have no further options in the 2026-27 counselling process. The Stray Round is the final round. You may consider: (1) taking a gap year and appearing for NEET UG 2027, (2) exploring BDS seats in other states, or (3) considering alternative dental or medical courses if you are eligible.
If you believe there is an error in the allotment list (e.g., your name should be there but isn't), contact the Dr. N.T.R. University immediately with your NEET roll number and proof of participation. However, such errors are rare, and the university's decision is final.
- No allotment = your rank was not high enough for remaining seats
- Stray Round is the final round for 2026-27
- Options: gap year, other states, alternative courses
- Contact university only if you believe there is an error
Contact information and official sources
For any queries or clarifications, contact Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada. The official website is https://drntr.uhsap.in. The allotment list and all official notices are published on this website.
The login portal for downloading your allotment letter is: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/Home. Use your NEET roll number and password to access it.
Do not rely on unofficial sources, social media, or third-party websites for information. Always check the official university website and the official admissions portal for the latest updates and accurate information.
- Official website: https://drntr.uhsap.in
- Allotment portal: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/Home
- Contact: Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada
- Always verify information from official sources only
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the Competent Authority Quota (CQ) and how is it different from other quotas?
The Competent Authority Quota (CQ) refers to BDS seats that are filled by the state government through its own counselling process, separate from the All India Quota and merit-based state rounds. The Stray Round is the final round of CQ counselling. These seats are allocated to candidates based on their NEET rank, category, and local area eligibility, and are filled only after earlier rounds have been completed.
I have been allotted a seat in the Stray Round. What must I do immediately?
Download your allotment letter from https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/Home using your NEET roll number and password. Then, gather all required documents (NEET admit card, 10th and 12th certificates, category certificate if applicable, local area certificate if applicable, Aadhaar card) and travel to your allotted college. You must report in person by 4:00 PM on 13 November 2026. Missing this deadline will result in your seat being cancelled.
What is the reporting deadline and what happens if I miss it?
The reporting deadline is 4:00 PM on 13 November 2026. You must physically report to your allotted college by this time. If you report even one minute after 4 PM, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the waiting list. There is no extension or grace period. This is a hard deadline.
Can I report to the college online or by sending documents by post?
No. You must report in person at your allotted college. Online or postal reporting is not accepted. You must visit the college with your allotment letter and original documents to complete the admission formalities.
What documents do I need to bring when I report to the college?
Bring your allotment letter (printed), NEET admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, category certificate (if applicable), local area certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card or passport, and photocopies of all documents. The exact list may vary by college, so check your allotment letter for college-specific requirements. Bring original documents and photocopies.
I have a category certificate but it was issued more than 5 years ago. Is it still valid?
The notice does not specify the validity period for category certificates. However, most states accept category certificates issued within the last 5-10 years. Contact your allotted college to confirm whether your certificate is acceptable. If it is not, you may need to obtain a fresh certificate from the competent authority before reporting. Do not assume your old certificate will be accepted.
Classes have already started. Will I be able to catch up if I join now?
Classes commenced on 24 September 2026, so you will be joining 6-7 weeks into the semester. You will have missed significant coursework, practicals, and assessments. You will need to catch up quickly. Speak to the college about how they will support late joiners. Some colleges may require you to attend extra classes or complete assignments. This is still a valid BDS seat, but be prepared for the challenge of joining mid-semester.
What happens after I report to the college? Do I need to pay fees immediately?
After you report and complete admission formalities, the college will issue you an admission confirmation letter and inform you of the fees you must pay. The college will give you a fee payment deadline (usually a few days). You must pay fees by this deadline to secure your seat. If you do not pay on time, your seat will be cancelled. Ensure you have the funds ready before reporting.
I don't see my name in the allotment list. What should I do?
If your name is not in the allotment list, you have not been allotted a seat in the Stray Round. The Stray Round is the final round of 2026-27 counselling, so there are no further options for this year. You may consider taking a gap year and appearing for NEET UG 2027, exploring BDS seats in other states, or considering alternative courses. If you believe there is an error, contact Dr. N.T.R. University immediately with your NEET roll number.
What does 'CON' mean in my allotment details?
'CON' stands for Conversion. It means you have been allotted a seat in a different category than your original category due to your NEET rank and the availability of seats. For example, if you applied as SC but were allotted an OC seat, your allotment will show 'CON'. This is a valid allotment and you should accept it if you wish to pursue BDS.
Can I change my allotted college or request a different college?
The notice does not mention any provision for changing your allotted college or requesting a different college. The Stray Round allotment is final. If you do not wish to join the allotted college, you can forfeit your seat, but you will have no further options in 2026-27 counselling. Contact the university only if you have a genuine hardship or emergency that prevents you from joining the allotted college.
Where can I find the college-wise allotment list to see all candidates allotted?
The college-wise allotment list is attached to the official notice and is available on the Dr. N.T.R. University website at https://drntr.uhsap.in. The list shows all 47 candidates allotted across 15 dental colleges in Andhra Pradesh, organized by college. You can download the full list from the university website.
If you have been allotted a BDS seat in this Stray Round, act immediately. Download your allotment letter from https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBS/Home/Home, gather all required documents, and report to your allotted college by 4:00 PM on 13 November 2026. Missing this deadline will result in automatic seat cancellation. For any queries, visit the official Dr. N.T.R. University website at https://drntr.uhsap.in. Do not delay—you have only 2 days to report.
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