Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has opened a late registration window for candidates who appeared in the B1/B2 merit list published on 11 September 2026 but were not registered under the NRI category. These candidates can now apply for either NRI (Category-C) or NRI Lapsed seats in MBBS and BDS courses for 2026–27 by paying a late fee of ₹6,000. The registration window is open from 7:00 PM on 29 September 2026 to 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026 only. This is a second-chance opportunity for eligible candidates who wish to switch to NRI quota seats after Phase-I counselling. The notice specifies strict eligibility criteria, required documents, and a non-refundable fee policy.
If you were in the B1/B2 merit list on 11 Sept 2026 and want to apply for NRI or NRI Lapsed seats, register by 30 Sept 2026 (5 PM) with a ₹6,000 late fee — the fee is non-refundable and the window closes after that date.
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This late registration is open only to candidates who were listed in the B1/B2 merit list displayed on 11 September 2026 and who were NOT registered under the NRI category at that time. If you were already registered as NRI, you do not need to apply again. If you were in a different merit list (Category-A, for example) or did not appear in any merit list, you are not eligible for this late registration window.
To qualify for NRI category seats, you must fall into one of three groups: (1) you are an actual NRI candidate yourself, (2) you are a foreign student or hold an OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card or PIO (Person of Indian Origin) card, or (3) you are a child or blood relative of an NRI who meets specific criteria. Each group has different document requirements, explained in detail below.
Three Paths to NRI Eligibility: Actual NRI, Foreign Student, or Relative
**Path 1: You are an Actual NRI Candidate or Foreign Student.** You hold a passport issued by a country outside India, or you are a foreign national studying in India. You must also provide an NRI status certificate from the embassy of your country confirming your NRI status. If you cannot obtain this certificate immediately, you may upload a signed affidavit (sworn statement) from both your parent and yourself promising to submit the certificate at the college after you join. If you studied your qualifying exam (12th standard or equivalent) outside India in a non-Indian education system (not CBSE, CISCE, or NIOS), you must also provide an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
**Path 2: You Hold an OCI or PIO Card.** If you are registered as an OCI cardholder or PIO on or after 4 March 2021, you are eligible for NRI seats only — you cannot compete for seats reserved for Indian citizens. You must upload a copy of your OCI or PIO card as proof.
**Path 3: You Are a Child or Blood Relative of an NRI.** This is the most complex path. You qualify if your NRI relative is one of the following: a real uncle or aunt (father's brother or sister), a real maternal uncle or aunt (mother's brother or sister), a grandfather or grandmother (father's parent), a maternal grandfather or grandmother (mother's parent), or a first-degree cousin (paternal or maternal). The NRI relative must be ordinarily residing abroad and must have acted as your guardian — meaning they have looked after you and can provide evidence of this guardianship.
Important Trap: OCI/PIO Registered After 4 March 2021
If you registered as an OCI or PIO cardholder on or after 4 March 2021, you are eligible ONLY for NRI seats. You cannot apply for any seat reserved exclusively for Indian citizens. This is a hard rule — if you hold such a card and apply for a non-NRI seat, your application will be rejected. Make sure you understand this before you apply.
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Documents Required: Complete Checklist by Category
The documents you must upload depend on which NRI path you qualify under. Missing even one document will result in rejection of your application. Read your category carefully and gather all documents before the deadline.
| Category | Documents Required |
|---|---|
| Actual NRI Candidate or Foreign Student | 1. Passport issued by your country 2. NRI status certificate from your country's embassy (or signed affidavit from parent and candidate if not readily available, with promise to submit at college after joining) 3. If you studied outside India: Equivalence certificate from Association of Indian Universities (AIU) |
| OCI/PIO Cardholder (registered after 4 March 2021) | 1. Copy of OCI or PIO card |
| Child or Blood Relative of NRI | 1. Declaration of Blood Relative (MANDATORY) — signed by both you and the NRI (see Annexure-I; refer notification dated 13 September 2026) 2. Family Tree Certificate showing your relationship to the NRI, issued by the Competent Authority of the Revenue Department 3. Copy of NRE Bank Account Pass Book of the NRI (the financial supporter) |
| NRI Lapsed Category | 1. Notarized Affidavit of Parental Financial Status — signed by both parent and candidate (see Annexure-II; refer notification dated 13 September 2026) |
What Is 'NRI Lapsed' Category?
NRI Lapsed is a separate category for candidates whose NRI status has expired or lapsed — meaning they or their parents were once NRI but are no longer. To apply under this category, you must submit a notarized affidavit (a sworn, officially certified statement) signed by both your parent and yourself, declaring your current parental financial status. This affidavit must be notarized, which means it must be certified by a notary public. The exact format is provided in Annexure-II of the notification dated 13 September 2026 — download and follow it carefully.
Critical Trap: Blood Relative Declaration Must Be Signed by Both Candidate and NRI
If you are applying as a child or blood relative of an NRI, the Declaration of Blood Relative (Annexure-I) is MANDATORY and must be signed by BOTH you (the candidate) and the NRI relative. If only one person signs it, your application will be rejected. This document is not optional — it is a hard requirement. Download Annexure-I from the notification dated 13 September 2026, fill it out completely, and ensure both signatures are present before uploading.
Family Tree Certificate: What It Is and Where to Get It
If you are applying as a blood relative of an NRI, you must obtain a Family Tree Certificate from the Competent Authority of the Revenue Department. This is an official document issued by the revenue (land records) department of your state or district that proves your family relationship to the NRI. It shows the genealogical connection between you and the NRI relative. You cannot use a private document, a school record, or a family affidavit in place of this — it must be an official government certificate. Contact your local revenue office (Tahsildar or Revenue Inspector) to apply for this certificate. Allow time for processing — do not wait until the last day.
NRE Bank Account Pass Book: What It Proves
If you are applying as a blood relative of an NRI, you must provide a copy of the NRE (Non-Resident External) Bank Account Pass Book of the NRI who is your financial supporter. An NRE account is a special bank account held by NRIs in India to manage funds from abroad. A copy of the pass book (the account statement booklet) proves that the NRI has an active NRE account and is a genuine NRI. You must obtain this from the NRI relative — it is their document. If the NRI does not have an NRE account, you may not be eligible under this category.
Registration Dates and Portal Link
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The registration window is very short: it opens at 7:00 PM on 29 September 2026 and closes at 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026. You have less than 22 hours to complete your registration. Do not wait until the last moment — the portal may experience heavy traffic, and you could miss the deadline. Register early on 29 September evening or on 30 September morning.
The registration portal is: https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBSMQ/Home/Home. Visit this link during the registration window, log in with your credentials, and upload all required documents. The portal will not accept registrations after 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026.
Late Fee: ₹6,000 — Non-Refundable and Non-Adjustable
To register during this late window, you must pay a late fee of ₹6,000 in addition to any application and processing fees. This fee is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-ADJUSTABLE. This means: (1) if you pay the fee and then withdraw your application, you will not get the money back, (2) if you pay the fee and are not selected in counselling, the fee is not refunded, and (3) the fee cannot be adjusted or credited toward future counselling rounds or any other purpose. Once you pay, the money is gone. The notice explicitly warns candidates to read the Prospectus and Regulations carefully before applying to ensure you understand all rules and fees.
The fee is paid as part of the online registration process on the portal. Ensure you have the funds available before you start your application.
Step-by-Step Registration Process
Follow these steps to register during the late window:
- Visit the portal https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBSMQ/Home/Home between 7:00 PM on 29 September 2026 and 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026.
- Log in using your NEET roll number and password (the same credentials you used for Phase-I registration).
- Select either NRI (Category-C) or NRI Lapsed as your new category.
- Upload all required documents for your category (see the checklist above). Ensure each document is clear, legible, and in the correct format (usually PDF or JPG).
- Review all information carefully before submitting — you cannot edit after submission.
- Pay the late fee of ₹6,000 plus any application and processing fees using the online payment gateway (credit card, debit card, or net banking).
- After payment, you will receive a confirmation receipt. Save and print this receipt for your records.
- Your registration is complete. You will be considered for NRI or NRI Lapsed seats in subsequent counselling rounds.
What Happens After Registration: Next Steps
After you register and pay the fee, your application will be processed by NTRUHS. You will be included in the merit list for NRI or NRI Lapsed seats in the next phase of counselling. The exact date of the next merit list and counselling round will be announced separately by NTRUHS — watch the official website and your registered email/phone for updates. Do not assume you will be called immediately; counselling happens in phases, and your turn depends on your rank and the availability of seats.
Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected
Avoid these errors, or your application will be rejected:
- Uploading only one signature on the Blood Relative Declaration (Annexure-I) — both candidate and NRI must sign.
- Submitting a private family document instead of an official Family Tree Certificate from the Revenue Department.
- Uploading a photocopy of the NRE pass book instead of a clear, legible copy of the actual document.
- Applying for a non-NRI seat if you hold an OCI/PIO card registered after 4 March 2021 — you are eligible for NRI seats only.
- Missing the deadline: the portal closes at 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026 — no late submissions are accepted.
- Uploading documents in the wrong format or with poor image quality — ensure PDFs and images are clear and complete.
- Forgetting to pay the late fee — registration is not complete until payment is made.
- Uploading an affidavit instead of an NRI status certificate from the embassy (unless you have explicitly chosen the affidavit option and promised to submit the certificate at college).
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
I was in the B1/B2 merit list on 11 September 2026 but not registered as NRI. Can I apply for NRI seats now?
Yes. This late registration window is specifically for candidates in the B1/B2 merit list who were not registered as NRI. You can now apply for either NRI (Category-C) or NRI Lapsed seats by 30 September 2026 (5:00 PM) by paying a ₹6,000 late fee. However, you must meet the NRI eligibility criteria (actual NRI, foreign student, OCI/PIO cardholder, or blood relative of an NRI) and submit all required documents.
What is the deadline for late registration, and can it be extended?
The deadline is 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026. The portal closes at this time and will not accept any further registrations. There is no extension — once the deadline passes, you cannot apply. Register as early as possible on 29 September evening or 30 September morning to avoid last-minute issues.
I hold an OCI card registered in 2022. Can I apply for seats reserved for Indian citizens?
No. If you registered as an OCI cardholder on or after 4 March 2021, you are eligible ONLY for NRI seats. You cannot apply for any seat reserved exclusively for Indian citizens. If you attempt to do so, your application will be rejected. You must apply for NRI category seats only.
I am a child of an NRI. What documents do I need to upload?
You need three documents: (1) a Declaration of Blood Relative (Annexure-I) signed by both you and the NRI — this is mandatory, (2) a Family Tree Certificate from the Competent Authority of the Revenue Department proving your relationship to the NRI, and (3) a copy of the NRE Bank Account Pass Book of the NRI. All three are required; missing any one will result in rejection.
What is an NRE Bank Account Pass Book, and where do I get it?
An NRE (Non-Resident External) account is a special bank account held by NRIs in India. The pass book is the account statement booklet. You must obtain a copy from the NRI relative who is your financial supporter — they hold the account. If the NRI does not have an NRE account, you may not qualify under the blood relative category.
I cannot get the NRI status certificate from the embassy right now. Can I upload an affidavit instead?
Yes, but only if you are an actual NRI candidate or foreign student. You may upload a signed affidavit from both your parent and yourself stating that you will submit the NRI status certificate from the embassy at the college after you join. However, you must actually submit the certificate later — this is a conditional acceptance. If you fail to submit it at college, you may face consequences.
What is the ₹6,000 late fee, and will I get it back if I am not selected?
The ₹6,000 is a late fee for registering after the regular registration window closed. It is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-ADJUSTABLE. This means you will not get the money back under any circumstances — not if you withdraw, not if you are not selected in counselling, and not if you want to apply in a future round. Once you pay, the fee is gone. Read the Prospectus and Regulations carefully before paying.
I am applying as a blood relative of an NRI. What is a Family Tree Certificate, and how do I get it?
A Family Tree Certificate is an official document issued by the Competent Authority of the Revenue Department (your local Tahsildar or Revenue Inspector) that proves your genealogical relationship to the NRI. It is not a private family document or affidavit — it must be an official government certificate. Contact your local revenue office to apply for this certificate. Allow time for processing; do not wait until the last day.
The Blood Relative Declaration (Annexure-I) must be signed by whom?
The Declaration of Blood Relative must be signed by BOTH you (the candidate) and the NRI relative. If only one person signs it, your application will be rejected. This is a mandatory requirement. Download Annexure-I from the notification dated 13 September 2026, fill it out completely, and ensure both signatures are present before uploading.
What is NRI Lapsed category, and who qualifies?
NRI Lapsed is for candidates whose NRI status has expired or lapsed — meaning they or their parents were once NRI but are no longer. To apply, you must submit a notarized affidavit (a sworn, officially certified statement) signed by both your parent and yourself, declaring your current parental financial status. The affidavit must be notarized by a notary public. The format is provided in Annexure-II of the notification dated 13 September 2026.
If I studied my 12th outside India, what additional document do I need?
If you studied your qualifying exam (12th standard or equivalent) outside India in a non-Indian education system (not CBSE, CISCE, or NIOS), you must provide an Equivalence Certificate issued by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). This certificate confirms that your foreign qualification is equivalent to the Indian 12th standard. Contact AIU to apply for this certificate.
What happens after I register and pay the fee?
Your application will be processed by NTRUHS. You will be included in the merit list for NRI or NRI Lapsed seats in the next phase of counselling. The exact date of the next merit list and counselling round will be announced separately by NTRUHS. Watch the official website and your registered email/phone for updates. Counselling happens in phases, and your turn depends on your rank and seat availability.
If you were in the B1/B2 merit list on 11 September 2026 and wish to apply for NRI or NRI Lapsed seats, register immediately on the portal https://apuhs-ugadmissions.aptonline.in/MBBSMQ/Home/Home between 7:00 PM on 29 September 2026 and 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026. Gather all required documents for your category (actual NRI, foreign student, OCI/PIO, blood relative, or NRI Lapsed) before you start — missing even one document will result in rejection. Pay the ₹6,000 late fee (non-refundable) as part of your registration. Do not wait until the last moment; the portal closes at 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026 with no extension. After registration, watch for the next merit list and counselling schedule on the NTRUHS website.
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