AP NEET UG 2026-27 NRI Management Quota Merit List: 178 Eligible Candidates

Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has released the provisional final merit list of candidates eligible for NRI category seats under Management Quota for MBBS and BDS admission in 2026-27. The list contains 178 candidates who have been verified and found eligible after document verification. This merit list applies to three categories of seats: Competent Authority (NRI) seats in new government medical colleges, Management Quota Category-C (NRI) seats in private un-aided medical colleges, and NRI seats in Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, Tirupati. If your name appears on this list with "NRI Status: Yes", you are eligible to participate in the next phase of counselling for these seats.

What is this merit list and why does it matter?

This is the provisional final merit list of candidates who applied for NRI (Non-Resident Indian) category seats under Management Quota for MBBS and BDS courses in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026-27 academic year. The list has been prepared after verification of all documents uploaded by applicants during the application process.

NRI category seats are reserved for Indian citizens who are Non-Resident Indians (as defined by the government) and their children. These seats are available in three types of institutions: newly permitted government medical colleges, private un-aided medical colleges, and Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women under SVIMS, Tirupati. Being on this merit list means you have passed the eligibility check and can now proceed to seat allotment counselling.

The merit list is ranked by NEET score (highest to lowest). Your position on this list determines the order in which you will be offered seats during counselling. A higher rank (lower rank number) gives you a better chance of getting your preferred college and course.

Who is eligible for NRI category seats?

To be eligible for NRI category seats, you must meet the following criteria: (1) You must be an Indian citizen; (2) You or your parents must be classified as Non-Resident Indians (NRI) as per government definitions; (3) You must have appeared for NEET UG 2026 and obtained a valid score; (4) You must have applied for NRI category seats during the application window; (5) You must have uploaded all required documents for verification.

The document verification process checks whether your uploaded certificates and proofs genuinely establish your NRI status. Common documents required include passport, visa, proof of residence abroad, and proof of Indian citizenship. If any document is missing, incomplete, or does not meet the specified criteria, your application may be marked as not eligible.

Note: A candidate appearing on this merit list with "NRI Status: Yes" has been verified as eligible. If your registration ID does not appear on this list, or if it appears with "NRI Status: No", you are not eligible for NRI category seats in this round. You may be eligible for other categories (such as Competent Authority Quota or general seats) depending on your application and category.

• Must be Indian citizen
• Must have NRI status (you or parents)
• Must have valid NEET UG 2026 score
• Must have applied during the application window
• Must have uploaded all required documents
• Documents must pass verification check

How to find your name on the merit list

The merit list is arranged in order of NEET rank (from lowest rank number to highest). Each candidate is listed with their registration ID, NEET roll number, NEET rank, NEET score, name, date of birth, gender, category, area (AP or Others), Muslim Minority status, and NRI Status (Yes or No).

To find yourself: (1) Look for your registration ID (starts with UG26MQ) in the first column; (2) Verify your name, NEET roll number, and NEET score match your records; (3) Check the "NRI Status" column — if it shows "Yes", you are eligible; (4) Note your position (S.NO) on the list — this is your merit rank for NRI seats.

If you cannot find your registration ID on this list, it means either you did not apply for NRI category seats, your application was rejected during verification, or you are not eligible. In that case, check other merit lists released by NTRUHS for other categories (Competent Authority Quota, general seats, etc.) to see if you are eligible there.

• Search for your Registration ID (UG26MQ format)
• Verify your name, NEET roll number, and score
• Check the NRI Status column — must show "Yes"
• Note your position (S.NO) on the list
• If not found, check other category merit lists

Understanding the columns in the merit list

Each row in the merit list contains the following information about a candidate:

**S.NO**: Your position on the merit list, ranked by NEET score (highest score = rank 1). This determines the order in which you will be offered seats during counselling.

**Registration ID**: Your unique application ID assigned by NTRUHS (format: UG26MQ followed by 8 digits). Use this to identify yourself on the list.

**NEET Roll No**: Your NEET examination roll number issued by NTA.

**NEET Rank**: Your all-India rank in NEET UG 2026, as declared by NTA.

**NEET Score**: Your total marks obtained in NEET UG 2026 (out of 720).

**Name of the Candidate**: Your full name as registered in NEET.

**DOB**: Your date of birth.

**Gender**: Male or Female.

**Category**: Your caste/community category (OC = Open/General, BC-A/B/C/D/E = Backward Classes, SC = Scheduled Caste, ST = Scheduled Tribe, OBC = Other Backward Class).

**Area**: AP (Andhra Pradesh resident) or Others (non-AP resident).

**Muslim Minority**: Yes or No — indicates if you have applied under Muslim Minority status.

**NRI Status**: Yes or No — confirms your eligibility for NRI category seats. Only candidates with "Yes" are eligible to participate in NRI seat counselling.

What happens next after this merit list?

This is a provisional final merit list. NTRUHS will use this list to conduct counselling for NRI category seats. The next steps are: (1) NTRUHS will announce the date and time for NRI seat allotment counselling; (2) Eligible candidates (those with "NRI Status: Yes") will be called for counselling in order of their merit rank; (3) During counselling, you will be shown available seats in colleges and courses, and you will choose your preferred options; (4) Seats will be allotted based on your rank, choices, and availability.

Important: This is a provisional list. NTRUHS may release a final list after addressing any objections or corrections. Keep checking the NTRUHS website (drntr.uhsap.in) for announcements about counselling dates, the final merit list, and further instructions.

If you are eligible (NRI Status: Yes), ensure you have all original documents ready for verification during counselling. You will need to produce proof of NRI status, NEET admit card, identity proof, and other documents as specified by NTRUHS.

• NTRUHS will announce NRI counselling dates soon
• Eligible candidates will be called in order of merit rank
• You will choose your preferred colleges and courses during counselling
• Seats will be allotted based on rank, choices, and availability
• Keep original documents ready for verification
• Check NTRUHS website regularly for updates

Important notes and common mistakes

**Provisional status**: This is a provisional final merit list. It may be updated if errors are found or if objections are upheld. Always check for a final list before counselling.

**NRI Status verification**: The "NRI Status" column shows whether your documents have been verified as meeting NRI eligibility criteria. If it shows "No", your application has been rejected for NRI seats. You cannot appeal this decision at the merit list stage; you should have ensured your documents were correct during the application phase.

**Not on the list?**: If your registration ID does not appear on this list, it means either (a) you did not apply for NRI category seats, (b) your application was rejected during verification, or (c) there was an error in your application. Contact NTRUHS immediately to clarify your status.

**NRI Lapsed category**: The notice mentions that a separate merit list for "NRI Lapsed Category" seats will be displayed in due course. This is for candidates who applied for NRI seats but do not meet the current NRI criteria. If you are interested in this category, watch for that list.

**Document verification is final**: The document verification process is strict. If your certificates do not meet the specified criteria (e.g., issued date, format, authority), your application will be rejected. There is no second chance at this stage. Ensure all documents are correct before counselling.

**Counselling is mandatory**: If you are eligible and wish to secure a seat, you must attend counselling on the announced date and time. Absence will result in forfeiture of your seat.

• This is a provisional list — check for final list before counselling
• NRI Status "No" means your application was rejected; no appeal at this stage
• If not on the list, contact NTRUHS immediately
• A separate NRI Lapsed Category list will be released later
• Document verification is final — no corrections possible now
• Counselling attendance is mandatory to secure a seat

Seats available under NRI category

NRI category seats are available in three types of institutions:

**1. Competent Authority (NRI Category) seats in new government medical colleges**: These are seats in government medical colleges that were newly permitted from the academic year 2023-24 onwards. These colleges are affiliated to NTRUHS. The number of NRI seats in each college is determined by the Competent Authority (the state government).

**2. Management Quota Category-C (NRI) seats in private un-aided medical colleges**: Private medical colleges that are not minority institutions can offer a portion of their Management Quota seats to NRI candidates. These are called Category-C (NRI) seats. The number of such seats varies by college.

**3. NRI category seats in Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, Tirupati**: This is a women's medical college under SVIMS (Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences). It has a dedicated quota for NRI candidates.

The exact number of NRI seats available in each college and the colleges participating in this counselling round will be announced by NTRUHS along with the counselling schedule. During counselling, you will be shown the available seats and can choose based on your preference and rank.

• Government medical colleges (new, from 2023-24 onwards)
• Private un-aided medical colleges (Management Quota Category-C)
• Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, Tirupati
• Exact seat numbers and college list to be announced with counselling schedule

How merit rank is determined

The merit list is ranked solely on the basis of NEET score, from highest to lowest. The candidate with the highest NEET score is ranked 1, the next highest is ranked 2, and so on. This is a single-merit list for all NRI candidates, regardless of category (OC, BC, SC, ST, OBC) or area (AP or Others).

During counselling, seats will be allotted in order of merit rank. The candidate ranked 1 will be offered a seat first, then rank 2, and so on. If a candidate declines a seat or does not attend counselling, the next candidate in rank order will be offered.

Category-wise and area-wise reservations (if any) will be applied during seat allotment, but the merit list itself is not divided by category or area. This means a candidate from a reserved category (e.g., SC) may be ranked higher or lower than a candidate from the open category, depending on their NEET score.

• Merit rank is based on NEET score (highest to lowest)
• Single merit list for all NRI candidates
• Rank 1 = highest NEET score
• Seats allotted in order of merit rank during counselling
• Category and area reservations applied during allotment, not in ranking

What to do if you find an error in the merit list

If you notice an error in your details on the merit list (e.g., wrong name, wrong NEET score, wrong category, or incorrect NRI Status), you must contact NTRUHS immediately. Errors in name, NEET score, or category should be corrected before counselling begins.

However, if your NRI Status is shown as "No" and you believe you are eligible, you cannot appeal at this stage. The document verification process is final. You should have ensured your documents were correct during the application phase.

Contact NTRUHS through their official website (drntr.uhsap.in) or the counselling helpline to report errors. Provide your registration ID and details of the error. NTRUHS will investigate and issue a corrected list if necessary.

Do not assume the error will be corrected automatically. Follow up with NTRUHS to ensure your details are correct before counselling begins.

• Contact NTRUHS immediately if you find an error
• Errors in name, score, or category can be corrected
• NRI Status "No" cannot be appealed at this stage
• Use your registration ID when reporting errors
• Follow up to ensure correction before counselling

Frequently asked questions

If your name appears on this merit list with NRI Status: Yes, you are eligible for NRI category seats in MBBS/BDS under Management Quota 2026-27. Note your registration ID and merit rank (S.NO). Watch the NTRUHS website (drntr.uhsap.in) for the announcement of NRI counselling dates and further instructions. Prepare all original documents for verification during counselling. If you have any doubts about your eligibility or find errors in your details, contact NTRUHS immediately.