Dr NTR NTRUHS MDS 2026-27 Management Quota: Application Dates, Fees & Cutoffs

Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, has opened online applications for MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) Management Quota seats in private, non-minority dental colleges across the state for the 2026–27 academic year. This is the first phase of MDS counselling for management quota seats — the seats that private colleges fill directly, outside the merit-based government quota system. Candidates who have qualified NEET MDS 2026 and meet the minimum cutoff scores can now apply. Applications are open from 21 September to 25 September 2026, with a late-fee window on 25 September only. This notice sets out the exact dates, fees, eligibility cutoffs, and the application process you must follow.

What is this notification about?

This is an application-opening notice for MDS (postgraduate dental) admissions into Management Quota seats in private, unaided, non-minority dental colleges in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026–27 academic year. Management Quota seats are seats that private colleges fill directly through their own counselling process, separate from the government merit-based quota system. This is NOT a merit list, result, or allotment — it is the start of the application and counselling process.

The notification invites qualified NEET MDS 2026 candidates to submit online applications and upload scanned copies of their original documents for verification. The university will use these applications to prepare merit lists and conduct counselling in phases (Phase-I, Phase-II, Phase-III/Mop-Up). Candidates from other states and union territories are also eligible, but must check the full prospectus to confirm their eligibility under the specific subcategories (S2 and S3).

Important dates: when to apply

The application window is split into two periods: a regular period (21–24 September) with no late fee, and a late-fee period (25 September only) with a ₹20,000 additional charge. All dates and times are in Indian Standard Time (IST). The university has stated that all dates are tentative and reserves the right to change them without notice, so check the official website regularly.

Do not miss the 24 September 10 PM deadline if you want to avoid the late fee. If you apply on 25 September, you must pay the late fee in addition to the registration and processing fee. After 25 September 10 PM, the application window closes — there is no further extension mentioned in this notice.

• Notification issued: 21 September 2026
• Application window (no late fee): 7 PM on 21 September to 10 PM on 24 September 2026
• Application window (with ₹20,000 late fee): 8 AM to 10 PM on 25 September 2026
• Special rule: Candidates in the merit list for S1A/S1B seats who wish to switch to S2 (NRI) or S3 (Institutional) subcategories after Phase-I can submit documents with late fee before Phase-II notice is issued

NEET MDS 2026 cutoff scores: do you qualify?

To be eligible for MDS Management Quota counselling, you must have scored at least the minimum cutoff score in NEET MDS 2026. The cutoff varies by category and is based on percentile rank. The internship cutoff date is 31 May 2026 — this means you must have completed your BDS internship by this date to be eligible. If you have not completed your internship by 31 May 2026, you cannot apply.

The cutoff scores are fixed and non-negotiable. If you scored below the cutoff for your category, you are not eligible to apply, even if you apply with a late fee. Check your NEET MDS 2026 score card to confirm your exact score and percentile before applying.

Who is eligible to apply?

You are eligible if you: (1) have a BDS degree (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) completed on or before the internship cutoff date of 31 May 2026; (2) have qualified NEET MDS 2026 and scored at least the minimum cutoff for your category; (3) are applying for a seat in a private, unaided, non-minority dental college in Andhra Pradesh (or are from another state/union territory and meet the specific subcategory eligibility rules). Candidates from outside Andhra Pradesh must read the full prospectus to understand which subcategories (S2 or S3) they are eligible for.

A critical rule: if you completed your BDS outside Andhra Pradesh (either in another Indian state or outside India), you are eligible ONLY for Subcategory-2 (S2 — NRI quota) and Subcategory-3 (S3 — Institutional quota) seats. You cannot apply for S1A or S1B seats (which are for candidates who completed BDS within Andhra Pradesh). Any unfilled S1B seats may be opened to candidates from all over India only during Phase-III (Mop-Up) counselling, and only after all eligible S1B candidates have been considered.

• BDS degree completed by 31 May 2026
• NEET MDS 2026 score at or above the cutoff for your category
• If BDS completed within Andhra Pradesh: eligible for S1A, S1B, S2, S3 seats
• If BDS completed outside Andhra Pradesh (India or abroad): eligible for S2 and S3 seats only
• Candidates from other states/union territories must check the prospectus for full eligibility rules

Registration and processing fees: what you must pay

The registration and processing fee depends on where you completed your BDS and when you apply. If you apply during the regular window (21–24 September, no late fee), the fee ranges from ₹7,000 to ₹14,000 depending on your location. If you apply during the late-fee window (25 September only), an additional ₹20,000 late fee is added on top. These fees are NON-REFUNDABLE and will NOT be adjusted or refunded under any circumstances — read the prospectus carefully before paying.

Additionally, if you are selected for a seat, you must pay a non-refundable University Fee of ₹54,600. This is separate from the registration fee and is paid only after you are allotted a seat. The tuition fee (the actual course fee) is paid to the college and varies by course type (clinical or para-clinical) and quota category (Management or NRI/Institutional).

Late fee charges: if you apply on 25 September

If you apply on 25 September 2026 (the late-fee window), you must pay an additional ₹20,000 late fee on top of the registration and processing fee. This means your total fee will be higher. For example, if you completed BDS within Andhra Pradesh and apply late, you pay ₹7,000 (registration) + ₹20,000 (late fee) = ₹27,000 total. If you completed BDS outside Andhra Pradesh and apply late, you pay ₹10,000 (registration + verification) + ₹20,000 (late fee) = ₹30,000 total.

The late fee is mandatory if you apply on 25 September — there is no way to avoid it. Once paid, it is non-refundable. The university strongly advises you to read the prospectus and regulations carefully BEFORE applying, because the application and processing fee (including late fee, if paid) will NOT be refunded or adjusted to any future date under any circumstances.

Tuition fees for selected candidates

If you are selected and allotted a seat, you will pay tuition fees to the college. The tuition fee depends on the course type (Clinical or Para-Clinical Degree/Diploma) and the quota category (Management Quota or NRI/Institutional Quota). These fees are set by the Government of Andhra Pradesh (G.O.Rt.No.786, HM & FW (C1) Dept., dated 29 August 2026) and are subject to the outcome of three pending court cases (W.P.Nos. 32975, 33162 & 35090 of 2022). This means the fees shown below may change if the court cases result in a different order.

For Management Quota seats (Category-B), clinical courses cost ₹7,85,565 and para-clinical courses cost ₹5,74,759 per year. For NRI/Institutional Quota seats (Category-C), clinical courses cost ₹15,87,000 and para-clinical courses cost ₹9,25,750 per year. These are annual fees and are in addition to the ₹54,600 University Fee you pay once after selection.

How to apply: step-by-step process

All applications are submitted online through the Dr NTR NTRUHS website at https://drntr.uhsap.in. You must fill out the online application form and upload scanned copies of your original documents for verification. The notification does not list the specific documents required in this notice — you must download the prospectus and user manual from the website to see the complete list of documents you need to upload. Common documents for PG dental admissions typically include your NEET MDS admit card, score card, BDS degree certificate, internship completion certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and identity proof, but confirm this by reading the prospectus.

The application form will ask you to select your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference. You will also need to choose which subcategory (S1A, S1B, S2, or S3) you are applying under, based on your BDS completion location and eligibility. After submitting the form, you will receive a confirmation. Keep your application number and password safe — you will need them to log in and check merit lists, allotments, and further notifications. The university will NOT send individual communications; all updates will be posted on the website.

• Visit https://drntr.uhsap.in
• Click on the MDS Management Quota application link
• Fill out the online application form with your personal, educational, and NEET MDS details
• Upload scanned copies of all required documents (see prospectus for full list)
• Select your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference
• Choose your eligible subcategory (S1A, S1B, S2, or S3)
• Pay the registration and processing fee (and late fee if applying on 25 Sept)
• Submit the form and save your application number and password
• Check the website regularly for merit lists, counselling schedules, and allotment notices

Subcategories explained: S1A, S1B, S2, S3

The notification mentions four subcategories for Management Quota seats: S1A, S1B, S2 (NRI), and S3 (Institutional). The exact eligibility rules for each subcategory are not fully detailed in this notice — you must read the prospectus to understand them completely. However, the key rule stated here is: if you completed your BDS outside Andhra Pradesh (in another state or outside India), you are eligible ONLY for S2 and S3 seats. You cannot apply for S1A or S1B seats.

There is also a special rule for candidates who are in the merit list for S1A or S1B seats but wish to switch to S2 (NRI) or S3 (Institutional) after Phase-I counselling. Such candidates can submit documents with a ₹10,000 late fee before the Phase-II notice is issued. This allows flexibility if your circumstances change (e.g., if you decide to pursue NRI status after Phase-I). The exact deadline for this switch will be notified separately.

• S1A and S1B: for candidates who completed BDS within Andhra Pradesh
• S2 (NRI): for candidates who completed BDS outside Andhra Pradesh or outside India
• S3 (Institutional): for candidates who completed BDS outside Andhra Pradesh or outside India
• If you completed BDS outside AP: you can ONLY apply for S2 or S3, not S1A or S1B
• Unfilled S1B seats may be opened to all-India candidates only in Phase-III (Mop-Up) after all eligible S1B candidates are considered

Critical trap: BDS completion location determines your eligibility

This is the most important rule to understand: your eligibility for specific seats depends entirely on where you completed your BDS degree. If you completed BDS in Andhra Pradesh, you can apply for S1A, S1B, S2, and S3 seats. If you completed BDS outside Andhra Pradesh (in another Indian state or outside India), you can ONLY apply for S2 and S3 seats. You cannot apply for S1A or S1B seats, even if you are now living in Andhra Pradesh or have other connections to the state.

This rule is highlighted in yellow in the original notification because it is a common source of confusion and rejected applications. If you apply for a seat you are not eligible for, your application will be rejected during document verification. Check your BDS degree certificate now to confirm where you completed your degree, and apply only for the subcategories you are eligible for. If you are unsure, contact the helpline or email the university before applying.

• ⚠️ BDS completed in Andhra Pradesh → eligible for S1A, S1B, S2, S3
• ⚠️ BDS completed outside Andhra Pradesh → eligible for S2, S3 ONLY (not S1A or S1B)
• ⚠️ Applying for an ineligible subcategory will result in rejection during verification
• ⚠️ Check your BDS degree certificate now to confirm your completion location

Documents to upload: what you need

The notification states that you must upload scanned copies of your original documents for verification, but it does NOT list the specific documents in this notice. The complete list of required documents is in the prospectus and user manual, which you must download from https://drntr.uhsap.in before applying. Uploading the wrong documents or missing documents will delay or reject your application during verification.

Based on standard MDS admission requirements, you will likely need to upload: (1) NEET MDS 2026 admit card and score card; (2) BDS degree certificate; (3) internship completion certificate (showing completion by 31 May 2026); (4) category certificate (if you are applying under SC/ST/BC/OBC or PwBD category); (5) identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or PAN); (6) address proof; and (7) any other documents specified in the prospectus. However, do NOT rely on this list — download the prospectus and follow the exact list provided by the university.

• Download the prospectus and user manual from https://drntr.uhsap.in
• Read the complete list of required documents in the prospectus
• Scan all original documents clearly (not blurry or cut-off)
• Upload documents in the format and size specified in the user manual
• Keep physical copies of all documents for verification if called
• Do not upload documents that are not on the required list

What happens after you apply: the counselling process

After the application window closes on 25 September 2026, the university will prepare merit lists based on your NEET MDS 2026 score and category. The merit list will be published on the website — check regularly for the announcement. Once the merit list is out, counselling will proceed in phases: Phase-I, Phase-II, and Phase-III (Mop-Up). In each phase, you will be called to select your preferred colleges and courses based on your rank and availability of seats.

The exact dates for merit list publication and each counselling phase are NOT given in this notice — they will be notified separately. The university will post all notices on the website; no individual communications will be sent. You must check the website regularly and keep your application number and password safe so you can log in to check your status, merit list rank, and allotment. If you have any doubts about the process, contact the helpline numbers or email addresses provided at the end of this notice.

• Merit list will be published on the website (date to be notified)
• Counselling will proceed in phases: Phase-I, Phase-II, Phase-III (Mop-Up)
• You will select colleges and courses based on your rank and seat availability
• All notifications will be posted on the website — check regularly
• No individual communications will be sent
• Keep your application number and password safe for logging in

Contact information and helpline

If you face any difficulties while applying or have questions about the process, the university has provided helpline numbers and email addresses. There are separate helplines for different types of queries: regulations and eligibility questions, technical difficulties with the application form, and payment gateway issues. All helplines are available from 10 AM to 6 PM only. If you email, use the provided email addresses and include your application number and a clear description of your issue.

The main website is https://drntr.uhsap.in, where you will find the prospectus, user manual, application form, and all notifications. Bookmark this page and check it daily during the application and counselling period.

• For regulations and eligibility: 8978780501, 7997710168, 9391805238 (10 AM–6 PM)
• For technical difficulties: 9000780707, 8008250842
• For payment gateway issues: contact via email
• Email for technical support: ap.uhs.support@aptonline.in
• Email for MDS queries: mdsquery23@gmail.com
• Website: https://drntr.uhsap.in
• Helplines available 10 AM to 6 PM only

Frequently asked questions

Download the prospectus and user manual from https://drntr.uhsap.in immediately. Verify your NEET MDS 2026 score, BDS completion location, and eligibility category. Apply online by 10 PM on 24 September 2026 (no late fee) or by 10 PM on 25 September 2026 (with ₹20,000 late fee). Upload all required documents clearly and select your preferred colleges and subcategories carefully. After applying, check the website regularly for merit lists and counselling schedules — no individual communications will be sent. Contact the helpline if you have any doubts before applying.