Andhra Pradesh has opened online registration for NEET PG 2026 Competent Authority Quota (CQ) counselling, which allocates state-reserved seats in government and private medical colleges across the state. The registration window opened on October 14, 2026, at the Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS) portal. MBBS graduates seeking an MD, MS, or DNB seat in Andhra Pradesh must register during the specified timeline to participate in the counselling process. The CQ pool reserves 85% of seats for local Andhra Pradesh candidates, with the remaining 15% available under the APUR (All Persons Unreserved) category for non-local candidates with AP domicile.
Register for AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling by October 21 at 5 PM without late fee; a final window on October 22 carries a Rs 20,000 surcharge, and all applications close after that date.
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The NTRUHS portal went live on October 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM for CQ counselling registration. Candidates have until October 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM to submit their applications without any additional charges. This is the primary window and offers the most straightforward path to registration.
A late registration window opens on October 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, but comes with a Rs 20,000 surcharge on top of the regular application fee. No applications will be accepted after October 22, making this the absolute final deadline. Candidates should plan to complete registration well before the October 21 deadline to avoid the surcharge and any last-minute technical issues.
- Regular window: October 14–21, 2026 (no late fee)
- Late window: October 22, 2026 (Rs 20,000 surcharge)
- Portal: drntr.uhsap.in
- Internship completion cut-off: September 30, 2026
Who Can Apply: Eligibility Criteria for AP NEET PG 2026 CQ
To participate in AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling, you must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised Indian medical institution and have completed your compulsory rotatory internship on or before September 30, 2026. You must also have qualified NEET PG 2026 with the required percentile score for your category and hold valid permanent registration with the Medical Council of India or your state medical council.
The qualifying cutoff scores vary by category. General and EWS candidates need to score at the 50th percentile (262 marks), while SC, ST, and OBC candidates require the 40th percentile (226 marks). General PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) candidates must achieve the 45th percentile (244 marks). These are minimum thresholds; scoring above them strengthens your position in the merit list.
- MBBS from a recognised Indian institution
- Internship completed by September 30, 2026
- Qualified NEET PG 2026 with required percentile
- Valid permanent medical council registration
- General/EWS: 50th percentile (262 marks)
- SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile (226 marks)
- General PwBD: 45th percentile (244 marks)
Seat Reservation and Quota Structure in AP CQ Pool
The CQ pool in Andhra Pradesh follows a dual-layer reservation system. First, 85% of all seats are reserved exclusively for candidates with Andhra Pradesh domicile (local candidates), while 15% fall under the APUR category for non-local candidates with AP domicile. Within each of these pools, vertical reservations apply based on caste and disability status.
Across all categories, SC candidates receive 15% of seats, ST candidates 6%, and BC-A through BC-E categories combined receive 29%. Additionally, horizontal reservations guarantee 33% of seats across all categories for women candidates and 5% for PwBD candidates. These reservations apply uniformly across government and private medical colleges in the state, ensuring representation across multiple dimensions.
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- Local (AP domicile): 85% of seats
- APUR (non-local with AP domicile): 15% of seats
- SC: 15% of total seats
- ST: 6% of total seats
- BC-A to BC-E: 29% combined
- Women: 33% across all categories
- PwBD: 5% across all categories
Application Fees by Candidate Category and Residency
The application fee structure depends on your residency status and caste category. Candidates residing within Andhra Pradesh pay Rs 7,000 (OC/BC) or Rs 6,000 (SC/ST). Those applying from outside AP pay Rs 10,000 (OC/BC) or Rs 9,000 (SC/ST), while candidates applying from outside India pay Rs 14,000 (OC/BC) or Rs 13,000 (SC/ST).
If you miss the October 21 deadline and register during the late window on October 22, an additional Rs 20,000 surcharge is added to these base fees. Payment must be made online through approved payment modes during the registration process. Keep your payment receipt and acknowledgement slip for future reference during counselling phases.
- Within AP (OC/BC): Rs 7,000
- Within AP (SC/ST): Rs 6,000
- Outside AP (OC/BC): Rs 10,000
- Outside AP (SC/ST): Rs 9,000
- Outside India (OC/BC): Rs 14,000
- Outside India (SC/ST): Rs 13,000
- Late fee surcharge (Oct 22): Rs 20,000 additional
Documents Required for Online Registration
All documents must be scanned and uploaded in PDF or JPG format with a maximum file size of 500 KB per document; photographs must not exceed 100 KB. Essential documents include your NEET PG 2026 score card, SSC marks memo (as proof of date of birth), MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate, MBBS study certificate, and compulsory rotatory internship completion certificate.
You will also need your medical council registration certificate, MBBS transfer or migration certificate (if applicable), a photo ID with current address (such as Aadhaar card), a recent passport-size photograph, and a specimen signature. If you belong to SC, ST, or BC categories, an integrated caste certificate with barcode issued by the Andhra Pradesh government is mandatory. Candidates migrated from Telangana must provide a digitally signed local status certificate. Caste certificates issued by other states will not be accepted.
- NEET PG 2026 score card
- SSC marks memo (date of birth proof)
- MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate
- MBBS study certificate
- Internship completion certificate
- Medical council registration certificate
- MBBS transfer/migration certificate
- Photo ID with current address (Aadhaar, etc.)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Specimen signature
- Integrated caste certificate (SC/ST/BC only)
- UDID and disability certificate (PwBD only)
- Digitally signed local status certificate (Telangana migrants)
Four-Phase Counselling Structure and Seat Allotment
AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling will proceed through four distinct phases. Phase-I and Phase-II are open to both in-service (doctors already employed by the state) and non-service candidates. Phase-III, termed the Mop-Up round, is the final opportunity for both categories to secure a seat. A Stray Vacancy Round follows, but this is exclusively for non-service candidates.
A critical rule applies to Phase-III allotments: candidates who are allotted a seat in Phase-III cannot participate in the Stray Vacancy Round. If a Phase-III allottee fails to join the allotted seat, their Rs 50,000 security deposit is forfeited. This structure incentivises candidates to carefully consider their choices in earlier phases, as joining a Phase-III seat is effectively final.
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- Phase-I: In-service and non-service candidates
- Phase-II: In-service and non-service candidates
- Phase-III (Mop-Up): Final round for both categories
- Stray Vacancy Round: Non-service candidates only
- Phase-III allottees cannot join Stray Vacancy Round
- Failure to join Phase-III seat: Rs 50,000 security deposit forfeited
Service Bond Obligations and Penalties
All candidates allotted a seat through CQ counselling must sign a service bond on non-judicial stamp paper. Non-service candidates (those not currently employed by the state) are required to serve one year in a government medical institution in Andhra Pradesh after completing their postgraduate degree. Failure to complete this service obligation results in a penalty of Rs 40 lakhs.
In-service candidates face a longer commitment: they must sign a bond for ten years of service post-PG, with a penalty of Rs 50 lakhs for violation. Additionally, the degree certificate of in-service candidates is held by their sponsoring authority until the service period is completed. These bonds are legally binding and enforced by the state medical authority, so candidates should carefully consider their career plans before accepting a seat.
- Non-service candidates: 1-year service bond post-PG
- Non-service penalty for non-compliance: Rs 40 lakhs
- In-service candidates: 10-year service bond post-PG
- In-service penalty for non-compliance: Rs 50 lakhs
- Degree certificate held by sponsoring authority (in-service) until service ends
- Bond signed on non-judicial stamp paper
Step-by-Step Registration Process on NTRUHS Portal
Begin by visiting the official NTRUHS website at drntr.uhsap.in and locating the AP NEET PG 2026 CQ registration link. Click on it to access the registration form. Fill in all personal details (name, date of birth, contact information), academic details (NEET PG score, MBBS college, internship completion date), and contact information accurately.
Next, upload all required scanned documents and photographs in the specified formats and file sizes. Proceed to the online fee payment section and select your preferred payment mode (credit card, debit card, net banking, or other approved methods). After successful payment, submit the form. The system will generate an acknowledgement slip with a unique registration number—download and save this slip, as you will need it for all future counselling communications and verification.
- Visit drntr.uhsap.in
- Click AP NEET PG 2026 CQ registration link
- Fill personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload scanned documents and photographs
- Pay application fee online
- Submit the form
- Download and save acknowledgement slip
What Happens After Registration: Merit List and Choice Filling
After the registration window closes, NTRUHS will prepare a merit list based on NEET PG 2026 scores, category-wise reservations, and domicile status. The merit list will be published on the portal, and candidates will be invited to fill their choice of colleges and specialties during a designated web options window. Your ranking in the merit list determines the order in which you can select your preferred college and branch.
It is crucial to monitor the NTRUHS portal regularly for announcements regarding the Phase-I merit list, web options schedule, seat matrix (showing available seats by college, speciality, and category), and verification schedule. Candidates who miss the web options window forfeit their chance to participate in that phase. Planning your college and speciality preferences in advance—based on the seat matrix and your expected rank—will help you make informed choices during the options window.
- Merit list published after registration closes
- Web options window opens for choice filling
- Seat matrix shows available seats by college, speciality, and category
- Verification schedule announced
- Missing web options window means forfeiting that phase
- Monitor portal regularly for all announcements
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling without paying a late fee?
The last date to register without a late fee is October 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM. A late registration window is available on October 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, but it carries a Rs 20,000 surcharge. No applications are accepted after October 22.
Who is eligible to apply for AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling?
You must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised Indian institution, have completed your internship by September 30, 2026, have qualified NEET PG 2026 with the required percentile for your category (50th for General/EWS, 40th for SC/ST/OBC, 45th for General PwBD), and have valid permanent medical council registration.
What is the difference between the CQ pool and APUR seats in AP NEET PG 2026?
The CQ pool reserves 85% of seats exclusively for candidates with Andhra Pradesh domicile (local candidates). The remaining 15% falls under the APUR (All Persons Unreserved) category, which is open to non-local candidates who have AP domicile. Non-local candidates cannot compete for the 85% local seats.
What is the service bond requirement for AP NEET PG 2026 CQ candidates?
Non-service candidates must serve one year in a government medical institution in Andhra Pradesh after completing their PG degree; failure to do so incurs a penalty of Rs 40 lakhs. In-service candidates must sign a 10-year service bond post-PG with a penalty of Rs 50 lakhs for non-compliance. Their degree certificate is held by the sponsoring authority until service is completed.
What documents do I need to upload for AP NEET PG 2026 CQ registration?
You need to upload your NEET PG score card, SSC marks memo, MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate, MBBS study certificate, internship completion certificate, medical council registration certificate, MBBS transfer/migration certificate (if applicable), photo ID with current address, passport-size photograph, specimen signature, and caste/disability certificates if applicable. All documents must be in PDF or JPG format with a maximum size of 500 KB (photos 100 KB).
What happens if I am allotted a seat in Phase-III of AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling?
If you are allotted a seat in Phase-III (Mop-Up), you cannot participate in the Stray Vacancy Round. If you fail to join the Phase-III allotted seat, your Rs 50,000 security deposit is forfeited. Phase-III allotment is effectively final, so you should carefully consider your choices before accepting a seat in this phase.
How much is the application fee for AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling?
The fee depends on your residency and category. Within AP: Rs 7,000 (OC/BC) or Rs 6,000 (SC/ST). Outside AP: Rs 10,000 (OC/BC) or Rs 9,000 (SC/ST). Outside India: Rs 14,000 (OC/BC) or Rs 13,000 (SC/ST). A Rs 20,000 surcharge is added if you register during the late window on October 22.
What is the NEET PG 2026 qualifying cutoff score for different categories in AP CQ counselling?
General and EWS candidates need the 50th percentile (262 marks). SC, ST, and OBC candidates require the 40th percentile (226 marks). General PwBD candidates must achieve the 45th percentile (244 marks). These are minimum thresholds for eligibility.
Register on the NTRUHS portal (drntr.uhsap.in) by October 21, 2026, to avoid the late fee surcharge and ensure your participation in AP NEET PG 2026 CQ counselling. Keep your acknowledgement slip safe and monitor the portal regularly for merit list announcements, web options schedules, and verification dates in the coming weeks.
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