NTRUHS NEET-PG Management Quota 2026-27: Application, Fees & ₹3 Lakh Security Deposit

Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS) in Andhra Pradesh has opened online applications for postgraduate medical degree and diploma seats under the Management Quota for the 2026-27 academic year. NEET-PG 2026 qualified candidates can apply without late fees from 4:00 PM on 19 October through 10:00 PM on 23 October 2026. The university has introduced a significant change: a refundable security deposit of ₹3 lakh is now mandatory for candidates participating in Phase-III (Mop-Up) and subsequent counselling rounds — a measure designed to prevent seat blocking and ensure efficient seat utilisation. Understanding the application process, fee structure, eligibility criteria, and counselling mechanics is essential for any MBBS doctor planning to pursue an MD, MS, or PG Diploma through this pathway.

Application Timeline and Eligibility for NEET-PG 2026 Candidates

The application window for NTRUHS Management Quota is strictly limited. Candidates can submit applications without a late fee from 4:00 PM on 19 October to 10:00 PM on 23 October 2026. A late fee option exists from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM on 24 October 2026, but this adds ₹20,000 to the registration fee. All applications must be submitted online via the university website; no offline or postal submissions are accepted.

To be eligible, candidates must have qualified NEET-PG 2026 and achieved the prescribed cutoff score for their category: General/EWS candidates require 262 out of 720 (50th percentile), General-PwBD candidates 244 (45th percentile), and SC/ST/OBC candidates 226 (40th percentile). Internship completion by 30 September 2026 is mandatory. Foreign medical graduates must have passed the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) and hold permanent registration with the Medical Council of India and the Andhra Pradesh State Medical Council.

• Application window: 19–23 October 2026 (no late fee); 24 October 2026 (with ₹20,000 late fee)
• NEET-PG 2026 score required: General/EWS ≥262, General-PwBD ≥244, SC/ST/OBC ≥226 (out of 720)
• Internship must be completed by 30 September 2026
• Foreign medical graduates must have FMGE qualification and permanent MCI/state registration
• Online submission only; desktop/laptop with internet connection required

Registration and Processing Fees: What NEET-PG Aspirants Must Pay

The registration and processing fee varies by candidate location and application timing. Candidates completing MBBS within Andhra Pradesh pay ₹7,000 without late fee; those from outside the state pay ₹7,000 plus ₹3,000 verification fee (total ₹10,000); and those who completed MBBS outside India pay ₹7,000 plus ₹7,000 verification fee (total ₹14,000). If applying during the late fee window (24 October), an additional ₹20,000 is charged, bringing totals to ₹27,000, ₹30,000, and ₹34,000 respectively.

These fees are non-refundable and non-adjustable to future counselling rounds under any circumstances. Payment is accepted via debit card, credit card, or net banking. Candidates must ensure they have all required documents ready before paying, as incorrect applications cannot be refunded or transferred. The university explicitly warns that no refund requests will be entertained once payment is made.

• Within Andhra Pradesh: ₹7,000 (no late fee) or ₹27,000 (with late fee)
• Outside Andhra Pradesh: ₹10,000 (no late fee) or ₹30,000 (with late fee)
• Outside India: ₹14,000 (no late fee) or ₹34,000 (with late fee)
• Payment methods: debit card, credit card, net banking
• Fees are non-refundable and non-adjustable to future rounds

The ₹3 Lakh Security Deposit: New Rule for Phase-III and Stray Rounds

A significant new requirement for 2026-27 is the mandatory refundable security deposit of ₹3 lakh for candidates who wish to participate in Phase-III (Mop-Up) and subsequent Stray Vacancy rounds. This deposit is collected online and is designed to prevent seat blocking — a persistent problem where candidates accept allotted seats but fail to join, leaving valuable positions vacant. The deposit applies only to candidates in the Management Quota merit list who choose to participate in Phase-III or later rounds; it is not required for Phase-I or Phase-II participation.

The security deposit is refunded in full if the candidate joins the allotted seat within the stipulated time or if no seat is allotted after closure of admissions. However, the deposit is forfeited if the candidate is allotted a seat but fails to join within the deadline, or if admission is cancelled due to incorrect information or missing documents. Candidates who fail to join a Phase-III allotted seat are also debarred from further AP State counselling for one year. This rule significantly raises the stakes for candidates participating in later counselling phases and should be factored into decision-making about which rounds to enter.

• ₹3 lakh refundable security deposit required for Phase-III (Mop-Up) and Stray rounds only
• Deposit is refunded if candidate joins allotted seat or receives no allotment
• Deposit is forfeited if candidate fails to join allotted seat within deadline
• Forfeiture also triggers one-year debarment from AP State PG counselling
• Deposit forfeited if admission cancelled due to incorrect information or missing documents

Tuition Fee Structure by Course Type and Quota Category

Tuition fees for Management Quota seats vary significantly by course type and quota subcategory. For private un-aided medical colleges, clinical degree/diploma courses cost ₹11,42,640 under Management Quota (Category-B) but ₹66,12,500 under NRI/Institutional Quota (Category-C). Para-clinical courses are ₹3,57,075 (MQ) versus ₹19,83,750 (NRI/Institutional), and pre-clinical courses are ₹1,61,874 (MQ) versus ₹10,58,000 (NRI/Institutional). These are total fees for the entire course duration (3 years for degree, 2 years for diploma).

In addition to tuition, all selected candidates must pay a non-refundable university fee of ₹54,600 for medical courses. This fee is paid at the time of downloading the provisional allotment order and is separate from tuition. For newly permitted government medical colleges (from 2023-24 onwards), Competent Authority (self-financing) seats cost ₹9,00,000 per annum, while Competent Authority (NRI) seats cost ₹29,00,000 per annum. These government college fees are substantially higher than private MQ fees, reflecting the NRI and self-financing nature of these seats.

• Private un-aided colleges — Management Quota: Clinical ₹11,42,640, Para-clinical ₹3,57,075, Pre-clinical ₹1,61,874
• Private un-aided colleges — NRI/Institutional Quota: Clinical ₹66,12,500, Para-clinical ₹19,83,750, Pre-clinical ₹10,58,000
• University fee (all candidates): ₹54,600 (non-refundable, paid at allotment)
• Government colleges (Competent Authority self-financing): ₹9,00,000 per annum
• Government colleges (Competent Authority NRI): ₹29,00,000 per annum

Mandatory Bond and Discontinuation Penalty for PG Doctors

All selected candidates must execute a bond on stamped paper (₹100 value) committing to complete the prescribed training period. If a candidate discontinues the course before completion, they must pay a penalty of ₹3,00,000 to the university and refund all stipend received up to the date of discontinuation. This bond is a legal obligation and is enforced by the university. Additionally, candidates who discontinue are debarred from admission to any postgraduate medical degree or diploma course in Andhra Pradesh colleges for three years from the date of discontinuation.

The bond requirement reflects the university's commitment to ensuring that candidates complete their training and do not abandon seats mid-course. For MBBS doctors considering a PG career, this means that accepting a seat carries a significant financial and time commitment. Candidates should carefully evaluate their readiness to commit to the full course duration before applying, as the ₹3 lakh penalty and three-year debarment are substantial consequences. The bond is typically signed at the time of admission after joining the college.

• Mandatory bond on ₹100 stamped paper required at admission
• Discontinuation penalty: ₹3,00,000 plus refund of all stipend received
• Three-year debarment from PG admission in AP colleges for discontinuation
• Bond enforced by university; non-compliance results in legal action
• Bond signed at time of admission after joining college

Four-Phase Counselling Process: From Phase-I to Stray Rounds

NTRUHS Management Quota counselling comprises four distinct phases: Phase-I, Phase-II, Phase-III (Mop-Up), and Stray Vacancy rounds. In Phase-I, merit lists are displayed, candidates exercise web options (unlimited number of choices across specialties and colleges), and allotments are made. Candidates who join Phase-I seats are eligible for upgradation up to Phase-III only. Importantly, if a candidate is allotted a seat in Phase-I but does not join, that seat becomes unavailable for them in Phase-II and beyond — a rule designed to prevent seat blocking.

Phase-II allows candidates who were not allotted in Phase-I, or who were allotted but did not join, to exercise fresh options. Phase-I joined candidates can also participate in Phase-II for upgradation. Phase-III (Mop-Up) is where the ₹3 lakh security deposit becomes mandatory. Candidates must pay this deposit to participate; if allotted but fail to join, the deposit is forfeited and they are debarred for one year. The Stray Vacancy round is the final opportunity, open to candidates who have not been allotted in any previous phase. Candidates allotted in Phase-III cannot participate in Stray rounds, and those allotted in Stray rounds cannot participate in further counselling.

• Phase-I: Merit list displayed, unlimited web options, allotments made, joined candidates eligible for upgradation to Phase-III
• Phase-II: Non-allotted or non-joined Phase-I candidates can exercise fresh options; Phase-I joined candidates can upgrade
• Phase-III (Mop-Up): ₹3 lakh security deposit mandatory; failure to join results in forfeiture and one-year debarment
• Stray Vacancy: Final round for non-allotted candidates; fresh registration required; ₹3 lakh deposit also required
• Key rule: If allotted but not joined in Phase-I/II, that seat is blocked for candidate in subsequent phases

Attendance, Leave, and Course Duration Requirements

All postgraduate students are required to maintain a minimum of 80% attendance to be eligible to appear for the university examination. For a three-year degree course, this translates to 751 working days out of 939 (after deducting 156 weekly offs). For a two-year diploma course, it is 501 working days out of 626 (after deducting 104 weekly offs). If a candidate avails maternity, paternity, or excess casual leave, the course duration is automatically extended by the same number of days to ensure the full training period is completed.

Candidates are entitled to a minimum of 20 days paid casual leave per year, plus 5 days of academic paid leave annually. Female postgraduate students receive maternity leave as per government rules, and male students receive paternity leave. One weekly holiday is also provided, subject to work exigencies. If a candidate is absent continuously for 91 days or more, they must apply for break of study through the Dean/Principal; a maximum of two breaks is permitted during the entire course. Candidates must complete the course within twice the prescribed duration (6 years for degree, 4 years for diploma); failure to do so results in ineligibility for the final examination.

• Minimum 80% attendance required to appear for final examination
• Three-year degree: 751 working days out of 939; two-year diploma: 501 working days out of 626
• Course duration extended by days of maternity/paternity/excess casual leave taken
• 20 days paid casual leave + 5 days academic leave per year
• Maximum two breaks of study allowed; continuous absence ≥91 days requires formal break application
• Course must be completed within twice the prescribed duration (6 years for degree, 4 years for diploma)

Mandatory Research, Ethics, and Cardiac Life Support Requirements

All postgraduate students must complete three mandatory online/institutional courses before appearing for the final examination. First, a course in Research Methodology must be completed in the first year; students register on a designated training portal and receive an online certificate upon successful completion. Second, a course in Ethics (including Good Clinical Practices and Good Laboratory Practices) must be completed in the first year; this is institution-conducted and certification is mandatory. Third, all students must complete Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training in the first year; this is conducted by the institution.

Additionally, postgraduate degree students must register their dissertation topic with the university within six months of course commencement and obtain approval. The dissertation must be submitted within 2.5 years of course start (or 1.5 years if the student received a one-year exemption). To be eligible for the final examination, degree students must also complete at least one of the following: poster presentation at a national/zonal/state conference, podium presentation at a national/zonal/state conference, or publication of one research paper as first author in a journal of their specialty. These requirements ensure that postgraduate training includes rigorous research and professional development components.

• Research Methodology course: online, completed in first year, certificate mandatory for final exam
• Ethics course (including GCP/GLP): institution-conducted, first year, certification mandatory
• BCLS and ACLS training: institution-conducted, first year, certification mandatory
• Dissertation registration: within 6 months of course start; submission within 2.5 years (or 1.5 years if exempted)
• Degree students must complete one of: poster presentation, podium presentation, or first-author publication at national/zonal/state level

Documents Required and Application Submission Process

Candidates must prepare and have readily available all required documents before submitting the online application. Essential documents include a recent passport-size photograph, NEET-PG 2026 admit card and score card (not password-protected), original MBBS degree or provisional certificate, Aadhar card, MBBS study certificate(s), internship completion certificate, and valid medical council registration certificate. For candidates who completed MBBS outside India, a permanent medical registration certificate is mandatory. Candidates claiming SC/ST/OBC/BC status must provide a recent social status certificate; Muslim minority candidates must provide a minority certificate if applicable.

For candidates applying under NRI Quota, additional documents are required: passport of the candidate, NRI status certificate from the embassy of the respective country (or an affidavit if not immediately available), OCI/PIO card (registered after 4 March 2021), and for children or blood relatives of NRIs, a declaration signed by both candidate and NRI, a family tree certificate from the revenue department, and six months of NRE bank account statements of the NRI financial supporter. For Institutional Quota applicants, a sponsorship letter from the institution is required; employees must provide appointment order and six months of payslips endorsed by the principal. The online application form must be filled from a desktop or laptop with internet connection; mobile submissions are not permitted.

• Essential documents: passport photo, NEET-PG admit/score card, MBBS degree/provisional certificate, Aadhar, study certificates, internship certificate, medical council registration
• For foreign MBBS: permanent medical registration certificate mandatory
• For SC/ST/OBC/BC: recent social status certificate required
• For NRI Quota: passport, NRI status certificate (or affidavit), OCI/PIO card, family tree, NRE bank statements
• For Institutional Quota: sponsorship letter, appointment order (if employee), six months payslips
• Application submission: desktop/laptop only; mobile submissions not permitted

Frequently asked questions

NEET-PG aspirants applying to NTRUHS Management Quota must act quickly: the application window closes on 23 October 2026 (or 24 October with late fee). Before applying, carefully review the eligibility criteria, fee structure, and counselling phases — particularly the new ₹3 lakh security deposit requirement for Phase-III and Stray rounds, which carries significant financial and debarment consequences if you fail to join an allotted seat. Ensure all required documents are ready and that you understand the bond obligations and course completion requirements before submitting your application.