With a rank of 5971 in AP ECET and offers from VR College and PVP College for an IT course, securing a free seat depends on the college’s fee reimbursement policies, your category, and the government’s financial assistance criteria for AP ECET ranks. Generally:

1. Fee Reimbursement Eligibility : If your family income is within the limit (typically around Rs. 1 lakh per year for most categories) and you belong to an eligible category, you may qualify for fee reimbursement under state schemes in both colleges.
   
   

2. College-Specific Policies : PVP College often has a higher likelihood of fee reimbursement for eligible students in IT and engineering courses. However, VR College may also provide full or partial reimbursement if you meet state scholarship eligibility.

Confirm your category and financial background with the respective college administration or the AP government’s scholarship portal to determine the exact amount of reimbursement available.