The latest notification follows the publication of the provisional and subsequent merit-related documents for NCC-category candidates. Applicants should carefully check their eligibility, merit position, college preferences and the instructions issued by the university before exercising their web options.

Web options are a crucial part of the counselling process because candidates indicate the medical colleges they wish to join in their preferred order. The final allotment depends on the applicable merit position, eligibility, seat availability, reservation rules and the counselling instructions issued by the competent authority.

AP MBBS NCC Category Counselling 2026: Key Highlights

Candidates should consult the latest notification for the exact web-option opening and closing times, the applicable seat matrix and any additional instructions. They should not assume that dates announced for general MBBS counselling or another special category apply to the NCC-category process.

NTRUHS Releases NCC Category Web-Option Notification

NTRUHS administers the state-level counselling process for eligible candidates seeking admission to undergraduate medical courses in Andhra Pradesh under the applicable Competent Authority Quota.

For the 2026–27 admission cycle, the university has issued a specific notification for MBBS web options under the NCC category. The university's admissions notices dated October 8, 2026, also include the provisional final NCC merit list after consideration of grievances and the notification for exercising web options.

The NCC category has a distinct eligibility and verification process. Candidates should therefore ensure that their NCC-related credentials and other required documents have been examined according to the applicable rules before proceeding with college selection.

The release of the web-option notification allows eligible candidates to move to the choice-selection stage specified by the university. However, merely appearing in a merit list or being permitted to submit web options does not guarantee an MBBS seat.

AP MBBS NCC Category Web Options 2026: Important Dates

The university's notification specifies the following schedule for submitting college preferences.

Important: The announced web-option window closes on October 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Eligible candidates should complete their choices before the deadline and avoid waiting until the final minutes to submit them. <Cite refs={"turn347844view0""turn347844view0"}/>

Who Can Exercise AP MBBS NCC Web Options?

Only candidates whose names appear in the Provisional Final Merit List under the NCC category displayed on October 8, 2026, are eligible to exercise web options through their candidate login.

Candidates should verify their merit-list status before attempting to submit preferences. Eligibility is subject to the applicable NCC-category rules, document verification and counselling instructions.

The university has also clarified important restrictions concerning candidates who already hold MBBS seats or have used the Free Exit facility.

How Many Colleges Can Candidates Select?

Eligible candidates can enter multiple college preferences, and the notification states that there is no limit on the number of options.

Candidates are advised to list all colleges for which they are eligible, in their genuine order of preference. A broader list of acceptable choices may provide more opportunities for allotment, subject to merit, eligibility and seat availability.

Candidates should not select a college merely because it appears in the list. They should consider location, fees, facilities and willingness to join before placing it among their preferences.

AP MBBS NCC Seat Matrix 2026

The NCC-category counselling follows the seat matrix displayed by the university on August 29, 2026. The published information covers NCC seats across 26 medical colleges, including several government and private institutions.

Prominent colleges mentioned in the seat matrix include:

• Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam

• Guntur Medical College, Guntur

• Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool

• Rangaraya Medical College, Kakinada

• Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada

• Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati

Most colleges have one or two NCC seats listed, according to the available counselling information. Candidates must consult the complete official seat matrix to verify the precise number of seats and their availability. The number of seats in the matrix should not be interpreted as a guarantee that every listed seat remains vacant during allotment. <Cite refs={"turn347844view0""turn347844view0"}/>

Important Rules for AP MBBS NCC Counselling 2026

Candidates should carefully understand the following rules before submitting web options.

1. Submitting Options Does Not Guarantee Admission

Entering college preferences does not create an automatic right to an MBBS seat. Allotment is subject to merit, applicable rules, eligibility and seat availability.

2. Free Exit Candidates Are Not Eligible

Candidates who have availed themselves of the Free Exit facility cannot exercise web options under this notification.

3. Existing Allotment and Upgradation Rules

Candidates already continuing in MBBS under the Competent Authority Quota Phase I or Phase II may see their existing college displayed as the default last option, highlighted in green. They should select only colleges they genuinely prefer over their existing allotment.

Candidates continuing under the Convenor Quota who are also eligible under the NCC category will be considered according to the specified rules concerning their existing general-category seat and possible upgradation.

4. Same-College Restrictions

A candidate who has joined through general counselling will not be considered for an NCC seat in the same college under the stated rules.

5. Consequences of Upgradation

If a candidate receives an upgraded seat, the previously held seat is treated as vacated and added to the Phase III general counselling, or mop-up, seat matrix. The candidate will not retain a claim over the earlier seat.

6. Eligibility Verification

If a candidate is subsequently found ineligible, the allotment may be cancelled under the applicable rules. Candidates should therefore ensure that their documents and eligibility particulars are correct. <Cite refs={"turn347844view0""turn347844view0"}/>

How to Submit AP MBBS NCC Web Options 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these general steps:

1.    Visit the official NTRUHS website or the candidate login portal specified in the notification.

2.    Open the MBBS counselling login page.

3.    Log in using the credentials required by the portal.

4.    Confirm that your name appears in the eligible NCC-category merit list.

5.    Open the web-options section.

6.    Review the available medical colleges and applicable seat information.

7.    Arrange the colleges in your preferred order.

8.    Check the default option and any existing-seat or upgradation conditions applicable to you.

9.    Review the complete preference list before submitting.

10.                   Submit and save a copy or screenshot of the confirmation, where available.

Candidates should follow the precise steps shown in the official portal and retain proof of submission for future reference.

Documents Candidates Should Keep Ready

Although the web-option stage may not require every document to be uploaded again, candidates should keep the following documents accessible:

• NEET UG 2026 scorecard

• NEET UG 2026 admit card

• NCC-related certificates and supporting records

• AP MBBS counselling application details

• NCC-category merit-list information

• Class 10 certificate

• Class 12 marksheet or qualifying examination certificate

• Identity proof

• Category or eligibility certificates, where applicable

• Previous allotment details, if already holding a seat

The exact documentation requirements depend on the university's instructions and the candidate's circumstances.

What Happens After Web Options?

After the web-option window closes, the university will process choices according to the applicable counselling rules, merit position, seat matrix and eligibility criteria. Candidates should monitor subsequent notifications for the allotment result and instructions on reporting or further admission formalities.

Submitting web options is only one stage of the process. Candidates must follow the subsequent instructions applicable to their allotment and complete all required formalities within the notified deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did AP MBBS NCC web options begin in 2026?

The web-option window began on October 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

What is the last date to submit NCC web options?

The notified deadline is October 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM.

Who is eligible to submit web options?

Candidates whose names appear in the Provisional Final Merit List under the NCC category displayed on October 8, 2026, are eligible, subject to the applicable rules.

Is there a limit on the number of college choices?

No. The notification states that there is no limit on the number of options. Candidates should list eligible colleges in their genuine order of preference.

Can candidates who have availed Free Exit participate?

No. Candidates who have availed the Free Exit facility are not eligible to exercise web options under this notification.

Does submitting web options guarantee an MBBS seat?

No. Allotment depends on merit, eligibility, applicable counselling rules and seat availability.

Where can candidates check the official notification?

Candidates can visit drntr.uhsap.in or use the AP MBBS candidate login portal.

Conclusion

The commencement of AP MBBS NCC-category web options for 2026–27 provides eligible candidates with an opportunity to indicate their preferred medical colleges under Andhra Pradesh's Competent Authority Quota counselling process.

With the web-option window scheduled to close on October 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM, eligible candidates should verify their merit-list status, examine the NCC seat matrix, carefully prioritise colleges and submit their choices within the deadline.

Candidates must also pay close attention to Free Exit restrictions, existing-seat conditions and upgradation rules. The final allotment remains subject to the applicable counselling regulations and seat availability.