Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling will be conducted by Dr YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada and counselling is expected to start from the First Week of September (Tentative). Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling is conducted for admission in BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS & BNYS courses and admission is solely based on NEET Exam rank. The curriculum for these AYUSH courses aligns with the standards set by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), ensuring a complete education in traditional medical systems.  This year, the NEET Exam will be held on 4^th May 2025 by the National Testing Agency (NTA), and results will be declared on 14^th June 2025. Candidates who appeared in the NEET exam will be eligible to participate in Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling.

As per the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), there are 03 BAMS Colleges with 193 seats, 07 BHMS Colleges with 551 seats, 1 BUMS Colleges with 48 seats, and 02 BNYS Colleges with 200 seats in Andhra Pradesh. Counselling for these colleges starts with the candidate’s registration on the counselling conducting authority’s official website https://ugayushcq.ysruhs.com. Dr YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, conducts counselling for 85% seats in government & private AYUSH colleges in Andhra Pradesh under the State Quota. Counselling for the remaining 15% seats in government & private colleges will be conducted by AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) under All India Quota (AIQ).

This article has a detailed overview of Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling, including important dates, counselling process, registration fees, participating colleges, etc.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Quick Summary 2025

Here is a quick summary of the key highlights of Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025

Particulars	Details
Counselling Name	Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling
Counselling Type	AYUSH UG Counselling
Counselling body	Dr YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada
Entrance Exam	NEET Exam
Exam conducting authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
NEET Exam Date	May 4, 2025
NEET Result Date	June 14, 2025
Andhra Pradesh AYUSH 2025 Counselling Starting Date	First Week of September (Tentative)
AACCC Counselling Date	To Be Announced
Courses to Pursue	BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS & BNYS
Total No. of Govt Colleges	BAMS: 1 Colleges, BHMS: 3 Colleges, BUMS: 1 College, BNYS: 0 Colleges
Total No. of Private Colleges	BAMS: 2 Colleges, BHMS: 4 Colleges, BUMS: 0 Colleges, BNYS: 2 Colleges
Total No. of Govt Seats	BAMS: 75 Seats, BHMS: 151 Seats, BUMS: 50 Seats, BNYS: 0 Seats
Total No. of Private Seats	BAMS: 90 Seats, BHMS: 360 Seats, BUMS: 0 Seats, BNYS: 200 Seats
State Counselling Official Website	http://drysruhs.edu.in/
AACCC Counselling Official Website	https://aaccc.gov.in/ug-counselling/

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Date 2025

Below is the table highlighting the important dates and schedule for Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025, including registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and admission deadlines.

Particulars (Event)	Dates
Date of issue of Notification to apply for admission into Private Un-aided Non-Minority Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) colleges for the the academic year 2024-25	To be announced
Availability of online Applications Website: https://ugbnys.ntruhsadmissions.com	To be announced
NEET result 2024	To be announced
Registrations begin	To be announced
Last date to apply for the counselling process	To be announced
Document verification	To be announced
Release of provisional state merit list	To be announced
Round One	—
Choice filling starts	To be announced
Last date of choice filling	To be announced
Seat allotment process	To be announced
Result of round one	To be announced
Reporting to the allotted college	To be announced
Round Two	—
Management Quota	—

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to participate in Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling:

Aspects	Criteria
NEET-UG 2025 Rank	Candidates must appear and secure a rank in NEET-UG 2025, conducted by the National Testing Agency.
Selection Basis	Rank in NEET-UG is the basis for selection into BHMS & BAMS Courses.
Minimum Age	Must have completed 17 years by 31st December 2025. Age calculated based on date of birth in the Secondary School Certificate Examination or equivalent.
Upper Age Limit	No upper age limit.
General Category Marks	Minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in the qualifying examination.
Reserved Category Marks	Minimum 40% marks for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Backwards Classes.
Educational Qualifications	Various qualifications recognised by the concerned State Government and Education Board, including intermediate (10+2), pre-professional/pre-medical exams, or equivalent, with practical tests and English as a compulsory subject.
Additional Eligibility	Candidates who have applied for Convenor Quota Seats are also eligible for Management Quota Seats.
Outside AP State Qualifications	Must submit Eligibility/Equivalence certificate from the Board of Intermediate Education of Andhra Pradesh.
Outside India Qualifications	Must submit Eligibility/Equivalence certificates from Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi, and Board of Intermediate Education of Andhra Pradesh.
False Information Penalty	Submission of false information will result in disqualification and cancellation of admission with further disciplinary action.

Reservation Policy in Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025

The Reservation Policy for AYUSH UG Counselling 2025 under All India Quota (AIQ) for seats in Government/Government Aided/National Institutes/Central Universities is as follows:

Category	Reservation Percentage – All India Quota
SC	15%
ST	7.50%
OBC-NCL	27%
GEN-EWS	10%
PwBD	5%

Candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer of OBC are not entitled to reservation benefits and are considered under the general (GEN) category, making them eligible only for open seats. The GEN-EWS reservation benefit is available only to those general category candidates who meet the criteria specified by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Process 2025

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH counselling is an important process for securing admission into AYUSH courses in the state. The counselling is categorised into two main types based on the overseeing authority and the quota of seats being filled.

Type of AYUSH Counselling	Scope	Seat Allocation	Purpose
AACCC AYUSH Counselling	Conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC).	15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government & private AYUSH colleges. All seats in prestigious institutions in Central Universities & Deemed Universities.	To provide a centralized counselling process that allocates seats in government and certain high-profile institutions based on NEET scores.
State Counselling (State Quota)	Dr YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada	85% State Quota seats in government & private AYUSH colleges.	To manage the admission process for candidates within their respective states, ensuring regional students have access to local institutions.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Admission Rules

• Downloading Allotment Order: The selected candidates must download the allotment order from the official website after paying the University fee through the payment gateway.
• Document Submission: Candidates need to submit the printout of the filled online application form, provisional allotment order, and original certificates along with one set of attested copies to the Principal of the allotted college at the time of joining for final verification. In case of any discrepancies, the provisional allotment will be canceled.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Registration Process 2025

Step 1: Mobile and Email Registration

• Visit the website https://ugayushcq.ysruhs.com.
• Enter your NEET UG – 2025 Roll Number.
• Click on the Mobile and Email Registration button.
• Enter a valid working Mobile Number and Email ID. OTPs will be sent to the registered Mobile Number and Email ID at different stages.
• Enter the OTPs received on your Mobile Number and Email ID for verification.
• Click on the Register button.
• If all details are correct and verified with OTPs, a successful registration message will be displayed.

Step 2: Payment of Registration Fee

• After successful registration, proceed to the Payment Gateway for fee payment.
• The fee is non-refundable and will not be adjusted to a future date under any circumstances.
• Select the mode of payment and complete the payment process.
• After successful payment, a registration number will be sent to your Mobile Number and Email ID. Note down the registration number for further correspondence.

Step 3: Updating Data

• Enter your NEET UG – 2024 Roll Number and the registration number received after payment.
• Click on the Validate button to proceed to the Application form.
• The application form will be displayed. Fill in all the required details.
• Upload your Passport Size Photo and Signature. Ensure the scanned photo and signature are less than 100 KB and in JPEG or JPG format.
• If you change the caste category from SC/ST to Open/BC, you will be asked to pay the difference in registration fee.
• After entering all details, click on the Save and Print button.

Step 4: Uploading Certificates

• Upload all the required certificates/documents in support of your claims.
• After uploading, click on the Save and Print button.
• Take a printout of the filled-in application form for future reference.

Important Notes

• Candidates are advised to take a printout of the Prospectus / Instructions from the website http://drysruhs.edu.in or https://ugayushcq.ysruhs.com and verify the eligibility under Local/Non-local category for Competent Authority Quota Seats before filling the application form.
• The University Fee of Rs. 8,600/- for Competent authority seats and Rs. 24,500 for Management Quota Seats to be paid at the time of downloading the allotment order through Online. The University Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
• The counseling for admission will be made to the colleges affiliated for the year 2025-36, subject to receipt of fee structure G.O. from the Govt. of Andhra Pradesh.
• The printout of the online application form, signed at the declaration area, is to be submitted at the time of joining at the allotted college. There is no need to submit the printout by post/by hand to the university.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Registration Fees 2025

The table below outlines the Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 registration fees for various categories:

Seat Type	Category	Total Fee (INR)	Breakdown	GST @18% (INR)	Bank Charges Extra
Competent Authority	OC/BC	Rs. 2950	Rs. 2500 + Rs. 450	Rs. 450	Yes
	SC/ST	Rs. 2360	Rs. 2000 + Rs. 360	Rs. 360	Yes
Management Quota	All	Rs. 3,540	Rs. 3000 + Rs. 540	Rs. 540	Yes

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Choice Filling 2025

Candidates must ensure that after successfully registering at the official website https://drntr.uhsap.in/, they need to take part in the choice filling on or before the scheduled dates. The candidates will log in with their NEET 2025 Roll Number and Password and select from the list of available BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS AYUSH colleges of their own preference. Candidates are to note that the window for choice filling will remain open till the announced deadline, but all candidates must fill in their choices on or before the deadline stipulated.

The payment of the deposit should be made online. This deposit is non-refundable regardless of whether the candidate joins or surrenders the seat that is offered during the seat allotment. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/UR/EWS) are allowed to select the relevant quota if valid documents are available and fulfill the eligibility conditions. The filling of choice is set to one time per round. Late or partial submissions will not be processed.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Choice Locking 2025

Filling up the choices is the last step for submission; candidates are required to lock their choices. In the event that a candidate fails to lock the choices, it will be considered as if the candidate does not wish to take part in the process of attending the counselling. 

It is advised that the options selected are reviewed from every aspect and are very carefully prepared and selected so that there is no need for changes later.  The system will show the Agree/Disagree button; the candidates selected will have to click Agree in order to confirm locking.  If choices are not locked, the candidate will not be considered for seat allotment and will not be allotted to any college.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Seat Allotment 2025

Seat allocation for Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 will be performed in multiple rounds: First Round, Second Round, and Third Round (if necessary), followed by a Stray Vacancy Round. Below is the descriptive explanation of the seat allotment procedure.

Seat Allotment Process

• Each candidate will have their seats assigned based on an online system that takes into account their merit, declared preferences, and seating arrangements according to reservations.
•  Only candidates who have registered and confirmed the security deposit will be allowed to participate in the counseling rounds.
•  Participants in these rounds will be those candidates who, during the rounds, were permitted seats and have completed all the required formalities with respect to the seat in the registered colleges.
•  If any college is recently authorized by the Ministry of AYUSH or NCISM/NCH after the counselling rounds start, those colleges will be added into the counselling only after receiving the official seat data.

 Allocation Based on Merit

• Allocations will be done as per the NEET 2025 Rank, categorization of choice preference filled by the candidate, and category/reservation criteria.
•  If an applicant opts not to get enrolled after the seat allocation process, that seat will be considered unoccupied, and marked vacant for the next round(s).

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Stray Vacancy Round 2025

Stray Vacancy Round of Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 is especially for candidates who did not get any seat allocated to them in the first three rounds of Andhra Pradesh AYUSH UG Counselling 2025. Payment of registration, as well as payment of fees can only be completed online on the official counselling portal. This round provides once last chance for candidates that still qualify for consideration to claim a seat in the AYUSH courses if seats are available after all the primary counselling rounds have been conducted.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Seat Surrender Process

If a candidate is allotted a seat in the first or second rounds of Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 and has resigned, they are expected to do so prior to the commencement of choice filling activities for the third round. The resignation process has to be executed in person at the allotted college, meaning that the candidate must submit a formal letter of resignation prior to the deadline. Such candidates will also be refunded the charges paid as admission fee, except for an amount of Rs. 1000, and the original documents submitted will be returned.

Resignation must be uploaded/updated by the college to the AYUSH counselling portal; otherwise, it will not be considered valid. Candidates who do not physically report to the college to complete the admission steps shall not be able to remove the resignation from the seat allotted through the portal. Therefore, actual reporting is required for allotment of the seat and resignation after allotment.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling For Other State Students

Students from other states can participate in Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 under the All India Quota (AIQ). This quota allows non-resident candidates to apply for admission into government AYUSH colleges in Andhra Pradesh, including courses like BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS. The counselling process for these seats is conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) through an online process. Candidates must qualify NEET-UG and register on the official AACCC website (https://aaccc.gov.in/) to be considered for admission under the All India Quota in Andhra pradesh’s government AYUSH institutions.

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Document Required 2025

Candidates participating in the Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 must attend the document verification process at the designated nodal centres or allotted colleges. Only those who successfully complete this process will be eligible for admission to BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses. The following documents are required in original, along with self-attested photocopies:

1.Matriculation/High School Certificate (10th)

2. 10+2/Intermediate/Senior Secondary School Examination Certificate & Detailed Marks Sheet.

3. Character Certificate issued by the school/institute last attended.

4. Resident Certificate (if applicable)

5. Certificate of bona fide resident issued by the competent authority (if applicable)

6. Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority (if applicable)

7. Latest Income Certificate (if applicable)

8. Certificate with respect to Benchmark Disabilities issued by the competent authority

9. Certificate of Dependent of Freedom Fighters issued by the competent authority (if applicable).

10. Certificate of ESM issued by the competent authority (if applicable).

11. Print out of Online Application form.

12. Provisional Allotment letter.

13. Proof of identification: Aadhaar card / PAN Card / Driving license /Passport / Voter ID/Ration Card/any other (any two).

14. Four passport-size photographs against a white background (preferably the photograph used in the NEET form).

15. NEET Exam Admit Card/Score Card

NEET 2025 Cut-Off

The table below presents the NEET 2025 cut-off marks across various categories, providing insights into the minimum qualifying scores for admission to  AYUSH courses.​

Category	Cut-Off Percentile	NEET Cut-Off 2024	NEET Cut-Off 2025
UR/EWS	50th Percentile	720-164	To be Announced
OBC	40th Percentile	163-129	To be Announced
SC	40th Percentile	163-129	To be Announced
ST	40th Percentile	163-129	To be Announced
UR/EWS-PwD	45th Percentile	163-146	To be Announced
OBC-PwD	40th Percentile	145-129	To be Announced
SC-PwD	40th Percentile	145-129	To be Announced
ST-PwD	40th Percentile	141-129	To be Announced

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Cutoff 2025

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Cutoff 2025 refers to the minimum NEET score or rank required by candidates to secure admission in BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses in government and private colleges in the state. It is released by the Directorate of AYUSH, Andhra Pradesh, after each round of counselling. Candidates must check the previous year’s cutoff to get a better idea of their chances during the current admission cycle.

• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Download 2024 Round 1 Cutoff List – Click Here
• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Download 2024 Round 2 Cutoff List – Click Here
• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Download 2025 Round 1 Cutoff List – Click Here
• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Download 2025 Round 2 Cutoff List – Click Here

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 is released round-wise by the counselling authority based on NEET 2025 scores. This merit list includes the names of eligible candidates shortlisted for BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS admissions in various Government and Private AYUSH colleges in the state. It serves as the basis for seat allotment during each counselling round and helps candidates understand their chances of admission. Download the round-wise merit list PDFS below to check your rank and eligibility for each stage of the Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025.

• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 Round 1 – Click Here
• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 Round 2 – Click Here
• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 Round 3 – Click Here

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix 2025

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix 2025 provides a detailed overview of the available seats across AYUSH courses such as BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS in the state. As per the latest data released by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), Andhra Pradesh houses a total of 03 BAMS Colleges with 193 seats, 07 BHMS Colleges with 551 seats, 1 BUMS Colleges with 48 seats, 02 BNYS Colleges with 200 seats. Download the complete list of colleges along with the detailed seat matrix for Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 below.

• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix  2025 Round 1 – Click Here
• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix  2025 Round 2 – Click Here
• Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix  2025 Round 3 – Click Here

Government Colleges Under Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling

Under the Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025, there are 1 Government BAMS colleges with 75 seats, 3 Government BHMS colleges with 151 seats, and 1 Government BUMS college with 50 seats. These institutions are among the most sought-after choices for students due to their quality education and affordable fee structure. Download the list of Government AYUSH colleges in Andhra Pradesh participating in the 2025 counselling process below.

• Download List of Government AYUSH Colleges – Click Here

Private Colleges Under Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025

Private Colleges under Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 have 2 Private BAMS colleges with 90 seats, 4 Private BHMS colleges with 360 seats, and 2 Private BNYS colleges offering 200 seats in the state. These colleges are affiliated with recognised universities and follow the seat allotment process conducted through Dr YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada. Download the list of Private AYUSH colleges in Andhra Pradesh participating in the 2025 counselling process below.

• Download List of Private Colleges with Seat Matrix – Click Here

Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling Helpline Number 2025

For any assistance related to Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025, candidates can contact the official helpline numbers:

Query Type	Contact Numbers
For clarifications on Regulations	8978780501, 7997710168
For Technical Difficulties	9000780707, 8008250842
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Frequently Asked Questions Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling

Q: What is Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling?

A: Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling is the process conducted by Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, for admissions into AYUSH courses (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, and BNYS) in the state. Admission is based on NEET exam ranks.

Q: When will Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling 2025 start?

A: The counselling is expected to start in the first week of September 2025 (tentative).

Q: Who is eligible to participate in the Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling?

A: Candidates who have appeared in the NEET 2025 exam and secured a valid rank are eligible to participate in the Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling.

Q: How can I register for Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling?

A: You can register for the counselling process by visiting the official website of Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, at drysruhs.edu.in.

Q: What is the minimum NEET score required for BAMS admission in Andhra Pradesh?

A: The minimum NEET score required for BAMS admission in Andhra Pradesh depends on the candidate’s category. For the General category, the expected cutoff is between 720 and 164 marks. For General-PwD, it is expected to range from 163 to 143 marks, while for SC/ST/OBC/PwD, the cutoff is likely between 163 and 129 marks. SC-PwD candidates may expect a cutoff between 145 and 129, and ST-PwD between 141 and 129 marks.

Q: How many government BAMS colleges are there in Andhra Pradesh?

A: There is 1 government BAMS college in Andhra Pradesh offering admission through state AYUSH counselling based on NEET UG scores.

Q: Is NEET compulsory for admission in BAMS/BHMS/BUMS courses in Andhra Pradesh?

A: Yes, NEET UG qualification is mandatory for admission into BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses in both government and private AYUSH colleges in Andhra Pradesh.

Q: What is the mop-up and stray vacancy round in Andhra Pradesh AYUSH counselling?

A: The mop-up round is held after Round 2 to fill vacant AYUSH seats. Candidates can newly register or participate again if they haven’t secured a seat. The stray vacancy round is the final round, usually conducted at the college level to fill any remaining seats, and is open only to candidates not allotted a seat in earlier rounds.

Q: When does Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling start?

A: Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling typically starts after the NEET UG results are declared, usually in August or September. The official schedule is released by Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS) on its official website.

Q: Who is eligible for Andhra Pradesh AYUSH Counselling?

A: Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2025, are domiciled in Andhra Pradesh, and meet the educational eligibility criteria are eligible to participate in the counselling for BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses.