AP OAMDC Phase 3 counselling web option entry begins: exercise choices by October 27

The Andhra Pradesh Online Admission Module for Degree Colleges (AP OAMDC) has initiated Phase 3 counselling web option entry for the 2026 academic year. Eligible candidates can log in to the official portal, cap.apcfss.in, to submit their college and course preferences from October 26 to 27, 2026. This round provides a crucial opportunity for securing a degree seat in government, aided, and private affiliated colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

This phase is open to a broad spectrum of applicants, including those who registered in earlier rounds but did not secure a seat, candidates who are not satisfied with their previous seat allotments, and fresh registrants who missed the first two rounds of counselling. The option entry step is mandatory for all participants seeking seat allotment in Phase 3, which is typically the last major opportunity in the AP OAMDC admission cycle.

Eligibility and Application Process for Phase 3

To be eligible for AP OAMDC Phase 3 counselling, candidates must have completed Class 12 or an equivalent qualifying examination. Fresh candidates registering for the first time in this phase are required to pay a non-refundable processing charge. This fee varies by category and can be paid through online modes such as net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.

Candidates must log in to the admission portal using their application number and password. They are then required to arrange their preferred colleges and courses in order of priority. The system considers these preferences along with the candidate’s merit in the last qualifying examination for seat allotment. Candidates have the flexibility to edit their preferences multiple times before the option entry window closes, with the final saved order being used for seat allotment.

Key Dates and Subsequent Steps

The schedule for AP OAMDC Phase 3 counselling outlines specific dates for option entry, changes, seat allotment, and reporting. Candidates can exercise their web options on October 26 and 27, 2026. A dedicated window for changing web options is provided on October 28, 2026. The seat allotment results for Phase 3 are scheduled to be released on October 30, 2026, after which candidates must report to their allotted colleges between October 30 and November 2, 2026.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) conducts this online counselling process. Reservation benefits apply as per Andhra Pradesh government norms, ensuring equitable access to degree seats. Candidates are advised to keep their application number, password, and recent marks sheet ready for the process. Exercising more options generally increases a candidate’s chances of securing an allotment, as many popular colleges may still have unfilled seats at this stage.

Background of AP OAMDC Counselling

AP OAMDC, or the Online Admission Module for Degree Colleges, serves as a centralised platform for non-professional degree admissions. It covers various government, aided, and private affiliated colleges across Andhra Pradesh. The counselling process is managed by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) and the Commissionerate of Higher Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh.

Phase 1 web options for AP OAMDC 2026 were conducted from August 20 to 23, 2026, with seat allotment on August 31, 2026. Phase 2 web options were initially scheduled from September 21 to 23, 2026, and later extended to September 25, 2026, due to inclement weather. Phase 2 seat allotment was announced on September 27, 2026. Schedule revisions are not uncommon and can occur due to factors such as high registration volumes, additional verification days, or technical updates.

Further reading

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Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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