AP NEET Counselling 2026 is conducted by YSRUHS (Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences) for MBBS and BDS admission in Andhra Pradesh for the academic session 2026-27. Students who have qualified NEET UG and are domicile of Andhra Pradesh can apply for state quota seats through this counselling. There are 38 medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh as per NMC. The official website for AP NEET Counselling 2026 is drysruhs.edu.in.
AP NEET Counselling 2026
What is AP NEET Counselling?
AP NEET Counselling 2026 is the centralised seat allotment process for MBBS and BDS admissions in Andhra Pradesh state quota seats. It is conducted by Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS). Candidates who qualify NEET UG 2026 and meet the Andhra Pradesh domicile or eligibility criteria can register and participate. Separately, AP students may also participate in MCC counselling for All India Quota (AIQ) seats.
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AP NEET Counselling 2026 – Important Dates
The schedule for AP NEET Counselling 2026 will be released by YSRUHS on drysruhs.edu.in after the NEET Result 2026 is declared. Candidates should regularly check the official website for updated dates. Tentative events are listed below based on previous year patterns.
| Event | Tentative Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| Release of AP NEET Rank List | To be announced |
| Registration / Application Form | To be announced |
| Choice Filling & Locking | To be announced |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | To be announced |
| Round 1 Reporting to College | To be announced |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result | To be announced |
| Mop-Up Round | To be announced |
| Stray Vacancy Round | To be announced |
AP NEET Counselling 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for AP NEET Counselling 2026, candidates must ensure they meet the following eligibility conditions set by YSRUHS.
- NEET UG Qualification: Candidate must have qualified NEET UG 2026 with a valid scorecard from NTA.
- Domicile / Residency: Candidate or their parents must be a local candidate (domicile) of Andhra Pradesh as per AP government norms. Non-local candidates may be eligible for a limited percentage of seats.
- Age: Candidate must be at least 17 years old as on December 31, 2026.
- Academic Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology as core subjects, with a minimum of 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC, 45% for PwD).
- Nationality: Indian nationals, NRIs, OCI, and PIO candidates are eligible as per YSRUHS and NMC guidelines.
AP NEET Counselling 2026 – Rounds
YSRUHS conducts AP NEET Counselling in multiple rounds to ensure maximum seat utilisation across all medical and dental colleges in Andhra Pradesh. The rounds are as follows:
- Round 1: First round of seat allotment based on NEET rank, category, and college choices. Candidates who are allotted a seat must report to the allotted college and pay the fee to confirm admission.
- Round 2: Conducted for seats that remained vacant after Round 1, or were surrendered. Candidates can re-enter or upgrade their allotment.
- Mop-Up Round: Held for seats still vacant after Round 2. This is typically the last major round and is open to eligible candidates who did not get admission in earlier rounds.
- Stray Vacancy Round: Final round conducted at college level for any remaining unfilled seats after all centralised rounds are complete.
Process repeats across Round 1 → Round 2 → Mop-Up → Stray Vacancy Round
AP NEET Application Form 2026
- Candidates interested in MBBS or BDS admission in Andhra Pradesh must register and fill the AP NEET 2026 application form on the official website drysruhs.edu.in.
- Registration requires a valid NEET UG 2026 roll number (available on the NEET Admit Card), personal details, academic details, and category certificate (if applicable).
- An application fee is applicable at the time of registration. The fee amount is notified by YSRUHS in the official information brochure.
- After registration, candidates must fill and lock their college choices in the choice filling window before the deadline.
- Candidates should apply strictly as per the guidelines issued by Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences.
Documents Required for AP NEET Counselling 2026
Candidates must carry original documents along with self-attested photocopies at the time of reporting to the allotted college. The commonly required documents are:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard
- Class 10 Certificate and Mark Sheet (for date of birth proof)
- Class 12 Certificate and Mark Sheet
- AP NEET Counselling Allotment Letter
- Domicile / Residency Certificate (Local Candidate Certificate)
- Category Certificate – SC, ST, OBC, EWS (if applicable)
- Transfer Certificate (TC) from last attended school/college
- Passport-size photographs
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
AP NEET Cut Off – Overview (Reference for 2026 Aspirants)
The AP NEET 2026 Cut Off will be announced after all rounds of counselling are complete. To help students get a realistic idea of score requirements, here is a summary of AP NEET 2025 cut off trends based on data from multiple sources. Note that 2025 was considered a tougher paper, with scores dropping by approximately 100–130 marks across categories compared to 2024.
⚠️ These are trend-based figures. Official cut off is released by YSRUHS after counselling. Check AP NEET Cut Off page for official data.
- The AP NEET Cut Off indicates the last rank at which admission was granted in MBBS and BDS courses across Andhra Pradesh colleges.
- The cut off is different for General, SC, ST, EWS, and OBC categories depending on Andhra Pradesh reservation norms.
- Each medical college in Andhra Pradesh has a different NEET cut off depending on available seats and the college’s popularity among students.
- To verify your score and rank, check the official NEET Result and cross-reference with the NEET Answer Key released by NTA.
AP NEET 2026 Rank List
- YSRUHS prepares the AP NEET Rank List 2026 based on NEET UG result data received from NTA/NMC and applications submitted by candidates for state counselling.
- The Andhra Pradesh NEET Rank List indicates the state-level rank of candidates who are eligible for AP state quota counselling.
- Only candidates who have applied for AP NEET Counselling 2026 will appear in the rank list.
- You can download the AP NEET Rank List 2026 PDF from drysruhs.edu.in or here on AglaSem as per the official schedule.
AP NEET 2026 Merit List
- The AP NEET Merit List 2026 indicates the merit position of candidates who have registered for Andhra Pradesh state NEET counselling.
- Merit position is determined based on NEET UG marks, All India Rank, and relative competition among candidates in the state.
- Separate merit lists are prepared for different categories such as General, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS.
- Download the Andhra Pradesh NEET Merit List 2026 PDF from drysruhs.edu.in as per the calendar of events to know your position and predict admission chances.
AP NEET 2026 Seat Allotment
- YSRUHS releases the AP NEET Seat Allotment Result 2026 separately for each round of counselling on drysruhs.edu.in.
- The allotment is based on NEET rank, category, choices filled, and availability of seats in Andhra Pradesh medical and dental colleges.
- Candidates can download the AP MBBS Allotment Letter PDF using their login credentials on the official portal.
- If allotted a seat, candidates must report to the allotted college within the stipulated time and complete admission formalities with original documents.
- Candidates not satisfied with their allotment may wait for the next round of AP NEET Seat Allotment for a possible upgrade.
AP NEET Counselling 2026 – An Overview
The key details of this MBBS and BDS admission process are as follows.
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Courses | MBBS, BDS |
| Process | NEET Counselling |
| Admission Process | Andhra Pradesh NEET Counselling / AP MBBS BDS Admission |
| Conducting Body | YSRUHS (Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences) |
| Official Website | drysruhs.edu.in |
| Total MBBS Colleges in AP | 38 (as per NMC) |
| Number of Counselling Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, Stray Vacancy Round |
| Seats Type | State Quota (85% of total seats) |
| Eligibility | NEET UG qualified, AP domicile / local candidate |
| NEET Admit Card | NEET Admit Card 2026 |
| NEET Answer Key | NEET Answer Key 2026 |
| NEET Result | NEET Result 2026 |
| Details of MBBS Colleges | List of Medical Colleges in Andhra Pradesh |
| Best MBBS Colleges In State | List of Top Medical Colleges in Andhra Pradesh |
AP NEET Counselling 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Who conducts AP NEET Counselling 2026?
AP NEET Counselling 2026 is conducted by YSRUHS – Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada. The official website is drysruhs.edu.in.
Q2. What is the official website for AP NEET Counselling 2026?
The official website for AP NEET Counselling 2026 is drysruhs.edu.in.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for AP NEET Counselling 2026?
Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and are local candidates (domicile) of Andhra Pradesh, with Class 12 PCB background, are eligible to apply for AP state quota seats.
Q4. How many rounds are there in AP NEET Counselling 2026?
AP NEET Counselling 2026 is typically conducted in 4 rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.
Q5. How many MBBS colleges are there in Andhra Pradesh?
There are 38 medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh as per NMC data. You can view the complete list of medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh here.
Q6. What is the difference between AP NEET Rank List and Merit List?
The Rank List shows the state-level rank of all eligible applicants. The Merit List is category-wise and determines actual seat allotment priority during counselling rounds.
Q7. Can non-domicile candidates apply for AP NEET Counselling?
Non-local (non-domicile) candidates may apply for a limited percentage of non-local seats as permitted under AP government rules. They must check the latest eligibility norms in the official YSRUHS information brochure.
Q8. Where can I check the NEET Result and Answer Key?
You can check the NEET Result 2026 and NEET Answer Key 2026 here on AglaSem as soon as they are released by NTA.
If you have any queries on AP NEET Counselling 2026, then please ask in comments below.
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