Andhra Pradesh has opened new avenues for medical aspirants seeking MBBS admission under the NRI quota (Category-C). For the 2026 academic session, the state offers over 130 NRI seats exclusively across its newly established Government Medical Colleges (instituted from 2023 onwards) and the autonomous SVIMS. Following a strict yet transparent NRI sponsorship model, the state permits genuine, verifiable blood relatives to sponsor eligible candidates. This guide provides the most updated information on NEET UG 2026 AP DME NRI counseling, the uniform annual fee structure of βΉ20 Lakhs, and the mandatory dual-phase document verification process required to secure a seat in these modern institutions.
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| Feature | 2026 Admission Details |
|---|---|
| Seat Allocation | 15% of total MBBS seats in designated newly established Government Medical Colleges and SVIMS. |
| Estimated Tuition Fees | $24,000 to $30,000 USD per annum (approx. βΉ20 Lakhs to βΉ25 Lakhs), depending on the institution. |
| Additional Charges | Standard hostel fees, caution money (refundable), and university registration fees apply equally to all students. |
| Basic Prerequisite | The applicant must qualify for NEET UG 2026. No separate entrance exam is conducted. |
| Allotment Method | Strict merit basis through the centralized AP State NEET UG Counselling (Dr. YSRUHS) process. |
| Quota Type | NRI / Management |
| NEET Required | Yes |
| Duration | 5.5 Years |
| Medium | English |
| Fee Range | 20,00,000 |
Seats are allotted based on NEET 2026 merit, but preference is given in the following cascading order:
If you are applying under the Category C (NRI) quota, your application will only be verified if the following documents are uploaded and physically presented during document verification:
NRI quota seats available in the following colleges
GMC Rajamahendravaram
GMC Eluru
GMC Vizianagaram
GMC Nandyal
GMC Machilipatnam
Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women (SVIMS), Tirupati*
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