Dr NTRUHS Announces AP NEET 2026 Special Stray Round Schedule for MBBS and BDS

The Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (Dr NTRUHS) has officially released the schedule for the Special Stray Round of AP NEET Counselling 2026. This phase is specifically intended to fill vacant MBBS and BDS seats under the Management Quota, providing a final opportunity for eligible candidates to secure admission for the current academic year.

Prospective students are advised to take note of the upcoming deadlines and procedural requirements as outlined by the university. The registration window is set to open on November 4, 2026, and will remain active until November 6, 2026. Following the registration period, the university will facilitate the web options entry process, which is scheduled to take place from November 7 to November 9, 2026. The final seat allotment results are expected to be published on November 9, 2026.

Eligibility and Registration Requirements

Participation in this special round is strictly limited to candidates who do not currently hold an MBBS or BDS seat through any previous All India Quota or State Quota counselling rounds. Furthermore, individuals who were allotted seats in the All India Quota Special Stray Round are ineligible to participate in this state-level process. Candidates currently holding seats from earlier rounds are also excluded from applying.

To participate, applicants must complete the registration process through the official university portal. A registration fee of INR 31,000 is required for new applicants. Additionally, those seeking a change from Category-B to NRI Lapsed status are required to pay a fee of INR 6,000. It is important to note that the university will announce the specific web option schedule for BDS admissions separately. Candidates are encouraged to monitor the official Dr NTRUHS website regularly for any further updates or modifications to the counselling timeline.