Andhra Pradesh's final major counselling phase for NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admissions—the Mop-Up Round—is nearing its seat allotment announcement. Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS) will release the college-wise allotment list on or before October 20, 2026, after processing candidates' web option preferences. This is your last substantial opportunity to secure a medical seat in the state before the Stray Vacancy Round, which carries stricter rules and fewer options. Understanding the fee structure, joining window, quota system, and penalty clauses is critical to avoid losing your seat or facing financial and academic consequences.
Candidates allotted in the Mop-Up Round must pay a non-refundable ₹12,600 university fee online, report physically to their college within 3–4 days, and join immediately—failure to do so results in seat cancellation, forfeiture of the ₹50,000 security deposit, and debarment from future state medical admissions.
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The Mop-Up Round seat allotment result is scheduled for release between October 18 and October 20, 2026. YSRUHS will finalize processing of all web option entries submitted by the October 16 deadline (3:00 PM) and publish the college-wise allotment list as a public PDF on the official portals drntr.uhsap.in and apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in.
Candidates can search for their NEET Roll Number or name directly in the PDF document without requiring portal login credentials. However, to download your personalized Provisional Allotment Letter and proceed with admission formalities, you must log in to the candidate portal after paying the mandatory university fee.
Understanding the ₹12,600 University Fee and Payment Process
Every candidate receiving a seat for the first time in the Mop-Up Round must pay a non-refundable university fee of ₹12,600 through online mode (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI) to unlock their Provisional Allotment Letter. This fee is mandatory and must be paid before you can download your allotment letter or proceed to physical reporting.
If you were allotted a seat in Phase 1 or Phase 2 and are now upgrading or sliding to a different college in the Mop-Up Round, you do not need to pay this fee again. Your existing payment receipt from the earlier round remains valid for the new college. Only first-time allottees are required to make this payment.
Physical Reporting and Joining Deadline: What You Must Do
After receiving your allotment letter, you must report in person to the principal's office of your allotted medical or dental college within a strict 3–4 day window specified in the official release circular. During this visit, you will submit original certificates, payment receipts, and pay the required tuition fee for the academic year.
Physical reporting is not optional—it is mandatory for seat confirmation. Candidates who fail to report within the given timeframe will have their seat automatically cancelled with no refund of the security deposit. The university enforces this rule strictly to prevent seat hoarding and ensure genuine admissions.
- Report to the principal's office of your allotted college
- Submit original certificates and payment receipts
- Pay tuition fee as per college fee structure
- Complete document verification
- Obtain joining confirmation from the college
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The No-Free-Exit Rule: Penalties for Non-Joining or Withdrawal
Unlike earlier rounds, the Mop-Up phase operates under a strict no-free-exit policy. Once you are allotted a seat in this round and join the college, you cannot withdraw without facing severe financial and academic penalties. If you fail to join after allotment or discontinue after joining, you will forfeit your entire ₹50,000 security deposit.
Beyond the financial penalty, candidates who do not join or withdraw after the Mop-Up Round face debarment from state medical admissions in subsequent academic years. This means you will be ineligible to participate in counselling for the next admission cycle. Lock your college choices carefully—only select colleges where you are fully prepared to take admission.
- Forfeiture of ₹50,000 security deposit for non-joining or withdrawal
- Debarment from AP state medical admissions for the next academic year
- No refund of any fees paid after joining
- Automatic seat cancellation if you fail to report within the deadline
Quota Categories and Seat Availability in the Mop-Up Round
The Mop-Up Round offers seats across two main quota categories: Competent Authority Quota (Category-A) and Management Quota (Category-B). Category-A seats carry subsidized state tuition fees of approximately ₹16,500 per year in both government and self-financing institutions. Category-B seats are offered by private medical colleges at a state-regulated fee of approximately ₹13.20 lakhs per year and are open to both local Andhra Pradesh candidates and non-local applicants based purely on NEET merit rank.
Seats are distributed across reservation categories following Andhra Pradesh state norms: approximately 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 6% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 29% for Backward Classes (BC), and the remainder for Unreserved/Open Category (OC) and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates. Open Category candidates face intense competition for the few remaining government seats, while BC, SC, ST, and EWS candidates have targeted options across newly established government colleges and self-financing institutions.
- Category-A (Competent Authority): ₹16,500/year in government and self-financing colleges
- Category-B (Management): ₹13.20 lakhs/year in private colleges
- SC: ~15% of seats
- ST: ~6% of seats
- BC: ~29% of seats
- OC and EWS: remaining seats
Limited Vacancies in Top Government Medical Colleges
Top-tier government medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh—such as Andhra Medical College (AMC) Visakhapatnam and Guntur Medical College (GMC) Guntur—have fewer than 5 to 10 vacant MBBS seats under the Competent Authority Quota in the Mop-Up Round. These vacancies arose primarily from candidates upgrading to All India Quota (AIQ) seats in Round 3 or failing to report in Round 2.
Candidates with NEET scores around the borderline should prioritize newer government medical colleges such as GMC Eluru, GMC Machilipatnam, and GMC Nandyal, alongside private self-financing institutions. Focusing options solely on top-tier colleges significantly increases the risk of receiving no allotment in this final major phase. Based on Round 2 cut-off data, experts project that Open Category closing ranks for top government colleges will remain tight, settling within the 20,000–28,000 All India Rank (AIR) band, while private self-financing Category-A seats may extend beyond 60,000 AIR.
- Top government colleges: fewer than 5–10 MBBS seats available
- Newer government colleges: better availability for borderline candidates
- Private self-financing colleges: more seats across merit bands
- Expected OC closing rank for top government colleges: 20,000–28,000 AIR
- Expected closing rank for private Category-A seats: beyond 60,000 AIR
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Local Quota Rules and Regional Restrictions
The 85% local area reservation rules for Andhra University (AU) and Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) regions remain strictly enforced during the Mop-Up allotment. Candidates are advised to check local seat availability in their native region first, as cross-regional allocations are subject to non-local quota limits of approximately 15%. This means if you are seeking a seat outside your home region, your options are significantly restricted.
Understanding your regional eligibility and the local quota impact is essential when finalizing your web options. Candidates should prioritize colleges within their local region to maximize their chances of allotment in this final round.
- 85% local area reservation enforced for AU and SVU regions
- ~15% non-local quota available for cross-regional allocations
- Check local seat availability in your native region first
- Cross-regional options are limited and highly competitive
Disqualification and Upgrade Rules: What You Need to Know
Candidates currently holding an All India Quota (AIQ) MBBS or BDS seat from Round 3 are automatically disqualified from participating in the AP State Mop-Up phase. YSRUHS cross-checks state data against national Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) lists to prevent seat hoarding and ensure compliance with Supreme Court mandates.
If you were allotted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2 and exercised options for an upgrade in the Mop-Up Round, your previously held seat will be automatically cancelled and converted into a virtual vacancy for other candidates. You cannot reclaim your earlier seat once an upgrade is granted. This rule ensures fair distribution of seats and prevents candidates from holding multiple seats simultaneously.
- AIQ Round 3 seat holders are disqualified from AP Mop-Up participation
- Previous seat automatically cancelled upon upgrade in Mop-Up
- No reclamation of earlier seat after upgrade is granted
- Virtual vacancies created from cancelled seats benefit other candidates
Security Deposit Refund and Financial Implications
The ₹50,000 security deposit paid prior to option entry is fully refundable for candidates who are not allotted any seat in the Mop-Up Round. The amount will be credited back to the original bank account or card used during payment after the entire counselling cycle concludes. However, if you are allotted a seat but fail to join or withdraw after joining, this deposit is forfeited entirely with no refund.
Candidates must carefully weigh the financial commitment before locking their college choices. The combination of the non-refundable ₹12,600 university fee, tuition fees, and the risk of losing the ₹50,000 security deposit makes it critical to join only colleges where you are genuinely prepared to pursue your medical degree.
- ₹50,000 security deposit: fully refundable if not allotted
- ₹50,000 security deposit: forfeited if allotted but not joined
- ₹12,600 university fee: non-refundable for first-time allottees
- Refund processed after entire counselling cycle concludes
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When will the AP NEET UG 2026 Mop-Up Round seat allotment result be announced?
The seat allotment result is expected to be released on or before October 20, 2026. YSRUHS will publish the college-wise allotment list as a public PDF on drntr.uhsap.in and apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in after processing all web option entries submitted by the October 16 deadline.
Do I need to pay the ₹12,600 university fee if I was allotted a seat in Round 2?
No. The ₹12,600 university fee is mandatory only for candidates receiving a seat for the first time in the Mop-Up Round. If you were allotted in Round 1 or Round 2 and are upgrading or sliding to a different college, your existing payment receipt remains valid and you do not need to pay this fee again.
What happens if I don't report to my allotted college within the given deadline?
If you fail to report physically to your allotted college within the 3–4 day window specified in the official circular, your seat will be automatically cancelled with no refund. Additionally, you will forfeit your ₹50,000 security deposit and face debarment from AP state medical admissions in the next academic year.
Can I withdraw from my allotted seat after joining in the Mop-Up Round?
No. The Mop-Up Round operates under a strict no-free-exit policy. If you withdraw after joining, you will forfeit your ₹50,000 security deposit, lose all fees paid, and face debarment from AP state medical admissions for the next academic year. Only lock colleges where you are fully prepared to take admission.
What is the difference between Category-A and Category-B seats in the Mop-Up Round?
Category-A (Competent Authority Quota) seats carry subsidized state tuition fees of approximately ₹16,500 per year in government and self-financing colleges. Category-B (Management Quota) seats are offered by private colleges at approximately ₹13.20 lakhs per year and are open to both local and non-local candidates based on NEET merit rank.
How many seats are available in top government medical colleges during the Mop-Up Round?
Top-tier government colleges like AMC Visakhapatnam and GMC Guntur have fewer than 5–10 vacant MBBS seats in the Mop-Up Round. Candidates with borderline scores should prioritize newer government colleges (GMC Eluru, GMC Machilipatnam, GMC Nandyal) and private self-financing institutions to improve their chances of allotment.
Will my ₹50,000 security deposit be refunded if I am not allotted a seat?
Yes. The ₹50,000 security deposit is fully refundable if you are not allotted any seat in the Mop-Up Round. The amount will be credited back to your original bank account or card after the entire counselling cycle concludes.
Are candidates holding AIQ Round 3 seats eligible for the AP Mop-Up Round?
No. Candidates currently holding an All India Quota (AIQ) MBBS or BDS seat from Round 3 are automatically disqualified from participating in the AP State Mop-Up phase. YSRUHS cross-checks state data against national MCC lists to prevent seat hoarding.
The Mop-Up Round is your final major opportunity to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in Andhra Pradesh before the Stray Vacancy Round. Mark October 18–20 on your calendar for the allotment result, ensure you have funds ready for the ₹12,600 university fee and tuition payment, and be prepared to report physically to your college within the strict 3–4 day window. Avoid the no-free-exit trap by locking only colleges where you are genuinely prepared to join.
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