Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, has released the official seat matrix for MBBS Phase-II counselling in the 2026-27 admission cycle. This document shows exactly how many seats are available in each of the 40+ government and private medical colleges across Andhra Pradesh, broken down by college, category (General, SC, ST, OBC), local area (SVU, AU, SWI), and special quotas (NCC, Sports, Physical Handicap, and others). Every NEET UG 2026 candidate planning to participate in Phase-II counselling must check this matrix to understand which colleges have seats in their category and local area, and to estimate their chances based on their rank and cutoff.
The Phase-II seat matrix shows the exact number of MBBS seats available in each college by category, local area, and special quota — use it to identify colleges where you are eligible and have realistic chances based on your rank.
What is the Phase-II Seat Matrix?
The seat matrix is an official table published by Dr. N.T.R. University that lists every MBBS seat available in Phase-II counselling for the 2026-27 academic year. It is not a merit list, cutoff, or allotment — it is a blueprint showing the supply of seats before counselling begins.
Phase-II is typically the second round of counselling after Phase-I. Seats in Phase-II usually include those that were not filled in Phase-I, seats vacated by candidates who did not report, and sometimes additional seats released by the university. The exact number of seats in Phase-II can differ from Phase-I.
This matrix is essential for planning: it tells you which colleges have seats in your category, how many seats each college is offering, and whether your local area (SVU, AU, or SWI) qualifies you for a local seat or if you must compete in the unrestricted (UR) category at that college.
How to Read the Seat Matrix: College Codes and Columns
Each row in the matrix represents one college and one local area / category combination. The first four columns identify the college: College Code (e.g., ACSR, GMCA, SVMC), College Type (Government or Private), Local Area (SVU, AU, or SWI), and Local/UR (whether the row shows local area seats or unrestricted seats).
The remaining columns show seat counts for each category and quota. For example, 'OC-PH-G' means Open Category (OC), Physical Handicap (PH), General (G) — a seat reserved for a General candidate with a physical disability in the Open category. 'SC1-F' means Scheduled Caste Category 1, Female. 'ST-NCC-G' means Scheduled Tribe, NCC quota, General.
A cell showing '0' means no seat is available in that category at that college for that local area. A cell showing '1' or higher means that many seats are available. For instance, if ACSR (a government college in SVU local area) shows '2' under OC-PH-G, there are 2 seats for Open Category Physical Handicap General candidates in the SVU local area at ACSR.
Understanding Local Area vs. Unrestricted (UR) Seats
Andhra Pradesh divides MBBS seats into local area seats and unrestricted seats. Local area seats are reserved for candidates whose domicile or educational qualification is from a specific region: SVU (Sri Venkateswara University region), AU (Andhra University region), or SWI (Swarajya Lakshmi Women's Institute region). Unrestricted (UR) seats are open to all candidates regardless of local area.
In the matrix, each college appears multiple times — once for SVU local area, once for AU local area, and once for UR (if applicable). For example, ACSR appears as 'ACSR Govt SVU SVU' (local area seats for SVU candidates) and GMCA appears as both 'GMCA Govt SVU SVU' and 'GMCA Govt SVU UR' (local area seats and unrestricted seats). If you are a local area candidate, you compete for local area seats first; if you are not from that local area, you compete for UR seats.
Check your eligibility: if you studied in the SVU region or are domiciled there, you are eligible for SVU local area seats. Similarly for AU and SWI. If you do not qualify for any local area, you are eligible only for UR seats. This significantly affects your chances — local area seats typically have lower cutoffs because they have a smaller candidate pool.
Category and Quota Codes Explained
The matrix uses abbreviations for categories and quotas. Here are the main ones: OC = Open Category (General); SC1, SC2, SC3 = Scheduled Caste (three sub-groups); ST = Scheduled Tribe; OBC = Other Backward Class (if applicable in AP). Each category is further divided by quota: PH = Physical Handicap; NCC = NCC quota; SG = Sports quota; PMC = Prime Minister's Class (if applicable); CAP = Competent Authority Quota (state-level discretionary seats).
Within each category-quota combination, seats are split by gender: G = General (any gender, but typically filled by male candidates first), F = Female. For example, 'SC1-PH-G' is a Scheduled Caste Category 1 seat reserved for a Physical Handicap candidate of any gender, while 'SC1-PH-F' is the same but reserved for a female candidate.
The total number of seats at each college is shown in the 'Total' column on the far right. For instance, if ACSR shows a total of 16, there are 16 MBBS seats available at ACSR in Phase-II across all categories and quotas combined.
- OC = Open Category
- SC1, SC2, SC3 = Scheduled Caste sub-groups
- ST = Scheduled Tribe
- PH = Physical Handicap quota
- NCC = NCC quota
- SG = Sports quota
- PMC = Prime Minister's Class
- CAP = Competent Authority Quota
- G = General (any gender)
- F = Female
List of Colleges in Phase-II Seat Matrix
The matrix covers 40 colleges across Andhra Pradesh — both government and private institutions. Government colleges include ACSR, AMCV, GMCA, GMCE, GMCG, GMCK, GMCM, GMCN, GMCO, GMCP, GMCR, GMCS, GMCV, KMCK, PADT, RMCK, SMCV, SVMC. Private colleges include AGMP, APLC, ASRA, BMCT, GEMS, GSLR, GVPT, KATR, KONA, MAHA, NARN, NRIM, NRVP, PESK, PSIM, RVSC, SRMC, VMCK.
Government colleges typically have lower fees and are highly competitive. Private colleges have higher fees but may have slightly lower cutoffs depending on demand. The matrix shows that government colleges have seats across multiple categories and quotas, while private colleges' seat distribution varies — some have many seats, others very few in certain categories.
To find your college: locate its code in the matrix (e.g., SVMC for Sri Venkateswara Medical College), then find the row matching your local area (SVU, AU, or UR). Read across to find your category and quota. The number in that cell is how many seats are available for you.
- Government colleges: ACSR, AMCV, GMCA, GMCE, GMCG, GMCK, GMCM, GMCN, GMCO, GMCP, GMCR, GMCS, GMCV, KMCK, PADT, RMCK, SMCV, SVMC
- Private colleges: AGMP, APLC, ASRA, BMCT, GEMS, GSLR, GVPT, KATR, KONA, MAHA, NARN, NRIM, NRVP, PESK, PSIM, RVSC, SRMC, VMCK
How to Use the Seat Matrix for Counselling Planning
Step 1: Identify your category and local area. Are you General, SC, ST, or OBC? Do you qualify for SVU, AU, or SWI local area seats, or are you UR? Do you have a Physical Handicap certificate, NCC service, or sports qualification? Write down your exact category-quota-gender combination (e.g., 'SC1-G' or 'OC-PH-F').
Step 2: Go through the matrix and list all colleges that have at least 1 seat in your category-quota-local area combination. For example, if you are SC1-G and SVU local area, find all rows with 'SVU SVU' and check the 'SC1-G' column. Write down every college where that cell is not 0.
Step 3: Estimate your chances. Compare your NEET rank to the previous year's cutoff for each college in your list. Cutoffs are typically published separately by the university. Colleges with lower cutoffs are safer choices; colleges with higher cutoffs are aspirational. The seat matrix alone does not tell you cutoffs — you must cross-reference with cutoff data.
Step 4: Prepare your choice list. During counselling registration, you will be asked to rank colleges in order of preference. Use the seat matrix to ensure every college on your list actually has a seat in your category. If a college shows 0 seats in your category, you cannot get a seat there even if your rank is high enough — do not waste a choice on it.
Key Observations from the Phase-II Matrix
Government colleges have significantly more seats than private colleges. For example, SVMC (a government college) shows a total of 11 seats in Phase-II, while many private colleges have only 1–7 seats. This reflects the larger intake capacity of government institutions.
Open Category (OC) seats are the most abundant across colleges, followed by SC and ST seats. Quota seats (NCC, Sports, Physical Handicap) are very limited — most colleges have 0 or 1 seat in these quotas. If you are eligible for a quota seat, your chances are higher because fewer candidates compete for those seats.
Female seats (F) are available in most colleges but are fewer than general seats (G). If you are a female candidate, you have dedicated seats, which may improve your chances compared to competing in the general pool.
Some colleges have no seats in certain categories. For example, GMCV (a government college) shows 0 seats across all categories in Phase-II — this means GMCV is not participating in Phase-II, or all its seats were filled in Phase-I. Always check the total column; if it is 0, that college has no Phase-II seats.
Important: This is Phase-II Only
This seat matrix applies only to Phase-II counselling. Phase-I counselling (which typically happens first) has a different seat matrix with a different number of seats. If you participated in Phase-I and were allotted a seat, you may not be eligible for Phase-II — check the university's Phase-II eligibility rules.
Phase-II seats are typically those that were not filled in Phase-I, seats vacated by candidates who did not report or resigned, and sometimes additional seats released by the university. The total number of Phase-II seats is usually smaller than Phase-I.
Do not assume that Phase-II cutoffs will be the same as Phase-I. Phase-II cutoffs are typically lower because fewer candidates participate (those who did not get a seat in Phase-I or chose not to participate). However, this is not guaranteed — always wait for official Phase-II cutoff data before making decisions.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake 1: Assuming a college has seats in your category without checking the matrix. Many candidates assume all colleges have seats in all categories. The matrix clearly shows that some colleges have 0 seats in certain categories. If you choose a college with 0 seats in your category, you will not get a seat there, no matter how high your rank.
Mistake 2: Confusing local area with unrestricted seats. If you are a local area candidate but choose a college's UR row instead of the local area row, you will compete with all candidates in India, not just your local area. This significantly lowers your chances. Always check whether you are eligible for local area seats and use the correct row.
Mistake 3: Not cross-referencing with cutoff data. The seat matrix shows supply (how many seats are available), but cutoff data shows demand (how high your rank needs to be). A college with many seats may still have a very high cutoff if it is popular. Always use both the seat matrix and cutoff data together.
Mistake 4: Ignoring quota seats if you are eligible. If you have a Physical Handicap certificate, NCC service, or sports qualification, you are eligible for quota seats. These seats are much less competitive. Check the matrix for your quota and consider colleges where you have quota seats available.
Where to Find Cutoff Data and Next Steps
The seat matrix alone is not enough to predict your chances. You must also obtain the Phase-II cutoff data, which will be published by Dr. N.T.R. University after Phase-I counselling is complete. Cutoffs show the lowest rank that was allotted a seat in each college-category combination in the previous round.
Visit the official NTRUHS website (drntr.uhsap.in) regularly for Phase-II cutoff announcements, counselling schedule, and registration instructions. Cutoffs are typically published a few days before Phase-II counselling registration opens.
Once cutoffs are published, compare your rank to the cutoff for each college in your list (using the seat matrix to confirm seats are available). Prepare a ranked choice list with colleges where your rank is above the cutoff, colleges where your rank is close to the cutoff, and aspirational colleges where your rank is below the cutoff. Submit this list during counselling registration.
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What does the seat matrix show?
The seat matrix shows the exact number of MBBS seats available in each college during Phase-II counselling, broken down by college, category (General, SC, ST), local area (SVU, AU, SWI), and special quotas (NCC, Sports, Physical Handicap). It is a supply-side document — it tells you how many seats are available, not how competitive they are or what rank you need.
How do I know if my college has seats in my category?
Find your college code in the matrix (e.g., SVMC). Locate the row matching your local area (SVU, AU, or UR). Read across to your category and quota column (e.g., SC1-G for Scheduled Caste Category 1, General). If the number in that cell is 1 or higher, seats are available for you. If it is 0, no seats are available in that category at that college in Phase-II.
What is the difference between local area seats and UR seats?
Local area seats (SVU, AU, SWI) are reserved for candidates from that region. Unrestricted (UR) seats are open to all candidates. If you are eligible for local area seats, you compete only with other local area candidates, which typically means lower cutoffs. If you are not from a local area, you can only compete for UR seats. Check your eligibility certificate to confirm your local area.
Why do some colleges show 0 seats in the matrix?
A college showing 0 seats in a particular category means no seats are available in Phase-II for that category at that college. This could be because all seats in that category were filled in Phase-I, or the college is not participating in Phase-II for that category. Do not choose a college with 0 seats in your category — you will not get a seat there.
Is the Phase-II seat matrix the same as Phase-I?
No. Phase-II seats are typically those not filled in Phase-I, seats vacated by candidates, and sometimes additional seats released by the university. The total number of Phase-II seats is usually smaller than Phase-I, and the distribution across colleges and categories may differ. Always use the Phase-II matrix for Phase-II counselling, not the Phase-I matrix.
How do I use the seat matrix to predict my chances?
The seat matrix shows supply (available seats), but you also need demand data (cutoffs). Compare your NEET rank to the Phase-II cutoff for each college-category combination. If your rank is above the cutoff and the college has seats in your category (per the matrix), you have a good chance. If your rank is below the cutoff, your chances are lower. Always use both the matrix and cutoff data together.
What do the abbreviations like OC-PH-G and SC1-F mean?
OC = Open Category, PH = Physical Handicap quota, G = General (any gender). SC1 = Scheduled Caste Category 1, F = Female. So OC-PH-G is an Open Category seat for a Physical Handicap candidate of any gender, and SC1-F is a Scheduled Caste Category 1 seat reserved for a female candidate. Check the matrix legend or the university's counselling prospectus for a complete list of abbreviations.
If I have a Physical Handicap certificate, should I look for PH seats?
Yes. If you have a valid Physical Handicap certificate, you are eligible for PH quota seats. These seats are much less competitive because fewer candidates have the certificate. Check the matrix for PH seats in your category (e.g., OC-PH-G, SC1-PH-G). Colleges with PH seats available may be safer choices for you compared to general seats.
Can I choose a college that shows 0 seats in my category?
No. If a college shows 0 seats in your category-quota-local area combination, you cannot get a seat there in Phase-II, regardless of your rank. Choosing such a college is a wasted choice. Only choose colleges where the matrix shows at least 1 seat in your category.
When will Phase-II cutoff data be published?
Cutoff data is typically published by Dr. N.T.R. University a few days before Phase-II counselling registration opens. Check the official NTRUHS website (drntr.uhsap.in) regularly for announcements. Cutoffs are essential for planning your choice list — do not finalize your choices until you have seen the Phase-II cutoffs.
What should I do after I get the seat matrix?
Step 1: Identify your category, local area, and any quotas you are eligible for. Step 2: Use the matrix to list all colleges with seats in your category. Step 3: Wait for Phase-II cutoff data. Step 4: Compare your rank to cutoffs and prepare a ranked choice list. Step 5: Register for Phase-II counselling and submit your choice list by the deadline.
Does the seat matrix guarantee I will get a seat?
No. The matrix shows seats are available, but your actual allotment depends on your rank, the cutoff, and your choice list ranking. If your rank is below the cutoff for a college, you will not get a seat there even if seats are available. The matrix is a planning tool — it tells you where seats exist, but cutoffs determine who gets them.
The Phase-II seat matrix is your first tool for counselling planning. Use it now to identify colleges where seats are available in your category and local area. Once Phase-II cutoff data is published by Dr. N.T.R. University (check drntr.uhsap.in), cross-reference your rank with the cutoffs and prepare a ranked choice list. Register for Phase-II counselling by the announced deadline and submit your choices. Do not delay — Phase-II counselling typically happens within days of Phase-I, and missing the registration window means losing your chance at Phase-II seats.
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