AP NEET PG 2025: Final Merit List Out, Counselling Schedule Expected Soon
Published 17 Nov 20253 min read924 Views
The Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS), formerly Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), has published the final merit list for the Andhra Pradesh State Quota NEET PG 2025 Counselling. This crucial step finalizes the list of eligible candidates for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses in the state's medical colleges, setting the stage for the commencement of the Round 1 counselling process.
The publication of the merit list indicates high competition among aspirants, especially those in the non-service category, with thousands vying for a limited number of seats.
Merit List Breakdown: Competition Dynamics
The final merit list, published on the official websites drntr.uhsap.in and apuhs-pgadmissions.aptonline.in, has categorized the eligible candidates based on their service status:
| Candidate Category | Total Eligible Candidates |
|---|---|
| Non-Service Category | 4,108 |
| In-Service Category | 172 |
| Total Eligible Candidates | 4,280 |
The vast difference in numbers highlights the intense competition in the non-service category, where over 4,100 aspirants will be competing for the majority of the state quota seats. The 172 candidates under the in-service category are doctors who benefit from service quota reservations and often receive additional incentive marks based on their years of service in difficult/rural areas, significantly boosting their ranking for preferential seat allotment.
Aspirants in both categories must now download and carefully verify their final merit status, as this determines their rank and eligibility for the upcoming choice-filling rounds.
Round 1 Counselling Schedule Announcement Pending
While the merit list is out, the detailed schedule for the AP NEET PG Round 1 Counselling 2025 is yet to be announced. The schedule will provide critical dates for online choice filling, choice locking, seat allotment results, and the final reporting deadline.
Aspirants are strongly advised to keep a vigilant watch on both official portals of the Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, as the notification can be released at any moment.
Anticipated Key Steps in Round 1:
- Release of Seat Matrix: The university will first release the comprehensive seat matrix, detailing the specialty-wise and college-wise availability of seats under the state, management, and NRI quotas, along with reservation breakups.
- Choice Filling and Locking: Candidates will be given a limited, usually three to five-day window, to strategically select and lock their preferred courses and colleges based on their rank.
- Seat Allotment: The provisional allotment list will be released based on rank, preferences, and reservation rules.
This counselling phase is critical for aspirants, and preparedness is key. All qualified candidates must ensure they have their original documents ready for the physical reporting phase, which will immediately follow the seat allotment result. For regular updates and prompt notification of the official counselling schedule, follow Only Education News closely.