Apollo Institute Of Medical Sciences & Research NRI Quota Admissions, Fee And Seats

Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (AIMS&R), Hyderabad, has a total intake of 150 MBBS seats, of which about 15 seats are reserved for NRI/OCI candidates under the Deemed University quota. 

NRI students pay a fee of around $50,000 – $60,000 per year, while general/management quota students pay approximately ₹20–25 lakhs per year. This makes Apollo one of the more prominent deemed universities in Telangana for NRI admissions.

Apollo NRI Seats (AIQ & NRI/OCI)

Apollo has a total intake of 150 MBBS seats, of which around 15 seats are reserved for NRI/OCI candidates under the Deemed University quota.

Apollo NRI Fee & Details

NRI students pay fees in USD, while general/management students pay in INR. The NRI cut-off is lower compared to the General category cut-off due to fewer applicants.

Eligibility For NRIs in Apollo

NRI/OCI candidates must meet the same academic requirements as Indian students but also provide valid documents proving their NRI/OCI/PIO status or sponsorship. Admission is only through MCC counselling for Deemed Universities.

Apollo NRI Admission Procedure

NRI and OCI candidates must follow the same admission counselling process as other deemed universities under MCC.

Steps:

1. Qualify NEET-UG.
2. Register on the MCC portal under Deemed University Counselling.
3. Choice filling – Select Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Hyderabad.
4. Upload documents – NEET scorecard, passport/OCI, sponsorship affidavit, 10+2 certificates.
5. Seat allotment across counselling rounds (Round 1 → 2 → Mop-up → Stray Vacancy).
6. If allotted, download the allotment letter.
7. Report to Apollo campus for verification.
8. Pay the applicable fee (NRI fee in USD / General fee in INR).
9. Complete hostel admission and medical formalities.

FAQs

Does Apollo Institute have NRI quota seats?
Yes, Apollo has about 15 NRI seats out of a total intake of 150. These seats are exclusively available for NRI/OCI candidates through MCC Deemed University counselling, making it a popular choice among international students.

What is the NRI fee at Apollo Institute?
The fee for NRI candidates ranges between $50,000 – $60,000 per year. This amount excludes hostel and mess charges, which are payable separately, making Apollo one of the costlier deemed institutions.

What was the 2024 NRI cut-off?
For the NRI quota, the cut-off ranged between 150–250 marks. This was significantly lower than the General category, where the cut-off was around 460–480 marks depending on the counselling round.

Is NEET mandatory for NRI admission?
Yes, NEET-UG is mandatory for all categories including NRI and OCI students. Even though the cut-off is lower for NRI seats, no admission is possible without qualifying NEET.

How do NRI students apply for Apollo MBBS?
NRI/OCI candidates must apply through MCC Deemed University Counselling. The process includes registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the campus with the required documents and fee payment.