
π€ By Dr. Nirbhay Kumar β Educational Consultant | Founder, Early Career Help
π “Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Medicine”
The Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is a 5.5-year undergraduate program combining traditional Ayurvedic practices with modern medical knowledge. It includes 4.5 years of academic study and a 1-year mandatory internship.
π― Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology.
- Minimum Marks: 50% for General category; 40% for SC/ST/OBC.
- Entrance Exam: Must qualify NEET-UG 2025.
π NEET 2024 BAMS Cutoff Analysis
πΉ All India Quota (AIQ) Government Colleges
College Name | Closing Rank (General Category) |
---|---|
Ayurvedic and Unani Tibbia College, Karol Bagh, Delhi | 25,070 |
MMM Govt. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Udaipur, Rajasthan | 31,613 |
Govt. Ayurveda Medical College, Lucknow | 32,715 |
Govt. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | 33,827 |
Ch. Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak Sansthan, Najafgarh, New Delhi | 33,979 |
Shri Krishna Govt. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Kurukshetra | 35,455 |
Rishikul Govt. PG Ayurvedic College, Haridwar, Uttarakhand | 37,125 |
Government Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Jaipur, Rajasthan | 38,770 |
Bundelkhand Govt. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Jhansi | 39,334 |
State Model Institute of Ayurved Sciences, Gandhinagar, Gujarat | 42,897 |
Govt. Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Bikaner, Rajasthan | 45,577 |
Rajiv Gandhi Govt. PG Ayurvedic College, Paprola, Himachal Pradesh | 46,003 |
S.R.M. Govt. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh | 46,150 |
Faculty of Ayurveda, Uttarakhand | 46,408 |
Lalit Hari State P.G. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Pilibhit | 50,101 |
RA Podar Ayurved Medical College, Mumbai | 50,358 |
Government Ayurved Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka | 50,814 |
Govt. Seth JP Ayurveda Medical College, Bhavnagar, Gujarat | 53,435 |
Govt. Ayurveda College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala | 59,754 |
Govt. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Nagpur, Maharashtra | 60,165 |
π Expected Trends for NEET 2025 BAMS Admissions
- Increased Competition: With rising awareness about Ayurveda, more students are opting for BAMS, leading to higher competition.
- Lower Cutoffs: Anticipate a significant decrease in cutoff ranks due to lengthy and slight difficult NEET UG 2025 paper.
- Preference for Government Colleges: Given the affordability and quality of education, government colleges will continue to be in high demand.
ποΈ Seat Distribution Overview
Type of College | Number of Colleges | Approximate Seats |
---|---|---|
Government Ayurvedic Colleges | 81 | ~7,000 |
Private Ayurvedic Colleges | 414 | ~18,000 |
Total | 495 | ~25,000 |
π° Fee Structure
Type of Institution | Annual Fee Range |
---|---|
Government Colleges | βΉ20,000 β βΉ50,000 |
Private Colleges | βΉ1,50,000 β βΉ4,00,000+ |
NRI Quota | βΉ5,00,000 β βΉ10,00,000+ |
Note: Fees may vary based on the institution and state regulations.
π Career Opportunities Post-BAMS
- Clinical Practice: Establishing private clinics or working in hospitals.
- Higher Studies: Pursuing MD/MS in Ayurveda or related fields.
- Research: Engaging in clinical research in traditional medicine.
- Academia: Teaching positions in Ayurvedic colleges.
- Healthcare Administration: Roles in health departments or NGOs.
π BAMS Admissions in Bihar: Overview
BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) admissions in Bihar are conducted through NEET-UG followed by state-level counselling known as UGMAC (Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling), managed by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB).
π Eligibility Criteria
To apply for BAMS in Bihar, a candidate must:
- Qualify NEET-UG 2025
- Be a domicile of Bihar (for government/state quota seats)
- Have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
- Secure a minimum of 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC) in 12th boards
π Admission Procedure (UGMAC β Bihar)
- NEET-UG Exam
- Conducted by NTA
- Mandatory for all BAMS aspirants (no separate exam for AYUSH)
- Online Registration on BCECEB Portal
- Visit: https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Register for UGMAC AYUSH counselling
- Submission of Documents & Fee
- Application Fee: βΉ1200 (Gen/OBC), βΉ600 (SC/ST)
- Upload documents like NEET Scorecard, 12th Marksheet, Domicile Certificate, etc.
- Merit List Publication
- Based on NEET score & eligibility
- Separate merit list for:
- Govt colleges
- Private colleges
- Quota categories (EWS/SC/ST/OBC/UR etc.)
- Choice Filling & Locking
- Candidates fill preferences of colleges (Govt or Pvt)
- Order matters, so fill wisely
- Seat Allotment & Result Declaration
- Seat allotment based on NEET rank + preferences
- Allotted candidates download Allotment Letter
- Reporting & Admission
- Report to allotted college with all original documents + allotment letter
- Pay college fee (Govt/Private) and confirm seat
π₯ Counselling Rounds
- Round 1: Open to all eligible candidates
- Round 2: For those who didnβt get a seat or want upgradation
- Mop-Up Round: For vacant seats after Round 2
- Stray Vacancy Round: Conducted by respective colleges (only for Pvt seats)
π° Fee Structure for BAMS Colleges in Bihar (Approx.)
ποΈ Government Colleges
College | Tuition Fee (Annual) | Hostel | Total (Annual) |
---|---|---|---|
Govt Ayurvedic College, Patna | βΉ10,000 β βΉ15,000 | βΉ2,000 β βΉ5,000 | βΉ15,000 β βΉ20,000 |
Rajkiya Ayurvedic College, Begusarai | βΉ10,000 | βΉ3,000 | βΉ13,000 |
GAC Darbhanga/Bhagalpur | βΉ12,000 | βΉ3,000 | βΉ15,000 |
π Affordable and highly subsidized by the state.
π₯ Private Colleges
College | Tuition Fee (Annual) | Hostel + Misc | Total (Annual) |
---|---|---|---|
D.A.M.C. Siwan | βΉ2,00,000 β βΉ2,50,000 | βΉ40,000 β βΉ50,000 | βΉ2.5 β βΉ3 Lakh |
SMJ Ayurved College, Chapra | βΉ2.2 Lakh | βΉ40,000 | βΉ2.6 Lakh |
N.A.M.C., Muzaffarpur | βΉ2.3 Lakh | βΉ35,000 | βΉ2.65 Lakh |
SRTA Mahavidyalaya, Gaya | βΉ2.25 Lakh | βΉ45,000 | βΉ2.7 Lakh |
β‘οΈ Fees are subject to AYUSH Fee Regulatory Committee guidelines and may slightly vary.
π Documents Required for Counselling & Admission
- NEET UG 2025 Scorecard
- Admit Card (NEET)
- 10th & 12th Marksheet/Certificate
- Domicile Certificate (for State quota)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Provisional Allotment Letter
- 6β8 Passport Size Photos
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
π Important Dates (Tentative β 2025)
Event | Date |
---|---|
NEET-UG 2025 Exam | May 2025 |
NEET Result | June 2025 |
UGMAC Registration Starts | July 2025 |
1st Round Counselling | August 2025 |
2nd Round | September 2025 |
Mop-Up Round | October 2025 |
π£ Tips for Aspirants
- Secure a decent NEET score: BAMS cutoffs for government colleges in Bihar were around NEET 450+ for UR in 2024.
- Prioritize Govt colleges: Best value + affordable.
- Use choice filling wisely: Donβt miss better options by skipping preferred colleges.
- Track BCECEB site: All updates are posted there.
ποΈ Government and Private BAMS Colleges in Bihar
Click here for College list with seats
Note: The number of seats and affiliations are based on available data and may be subject to change. For the most accurate and updated information, candidates are advised to visit the official websites of the respective colleges or the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) at https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
π UGMAC 2024 BAMS Cutoff β Government & Private Colleges in Bihar (Round 1)
Source: BCECE Board β UGMAC 2024 First Round Cutoff
INSTITUTE NAME | COURSE NAME | CATEGORY | SEAT TYPE | NEET AIR | STATE RANK | ||||
OPENING RANK | CLOSING RANK | UR OPENING RANK | UR CLOSING RANK | CAT OPENING RANK | CAT CLOSING RANK | ||||
DAYANAND AYURVEDIC MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL, SIWAN | B.A.M.S. | UR | GENERAL | 152010 | 1014140 | 376 | 1332 | ||
DR. PRAKASH CHANDRA AYURVED MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, BELA, NAUBATPUR, PATNA | B.A.M.S. | UR | GENERAL | 123757 | 1395199 | 303 | 1652 | ||
HIMALAYA AYURVEDIC MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL, CHIKSI, PALIGANJ | B.A.M.S. | UR | GENERAL | 90786 | 829696 | 181 | 1175 | ||
J.P.INSTITUTE OF AYURVEDA MEDICAL SCIENCE, SARAI MANER, PATNA | B.A.M.S. | UR | GENERAL | 149049 | 1359830 | 368 | 1618 | ||
SRI MOTI SINGH JAGESHWARI AYURVED COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, CHAPRA | B.A.M.S. | UR | GENERAL | 241295 | 1389505 | 551 | 1648 | ||
SWAMI RAGHWENDRACHARYA TRIDANDI AYURVEDA MHAVIDYALAYA AND CHIKITSALAYA,KARJARA STATION, GAYA | B.A.M.S. | UR | GENERAL | 278117 | 1375095 | 598 | 1627 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | UR | GENERAL | 29943 | 52338 | 2 | 49 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | UR | FEMALE | 29055 | 50219 | 1 | 39 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | ST | GENERAL | 289121 | 289121 | 1 | 1 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | SC | FEMALE | 197428 | 254549 | 8 | 17 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | SC | GENERAL | 165510 | 279067 | 2 | 22 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | RCG | GENERAL | 65807 | 68542 | 29 | 33 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | EWS | FEMALE | 53986 | 68653 | 14 | 22 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | EWS | GENERAL | 52708 | 71643 | 13 | 24 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | EBC | FEMALE | 53662 | 59069 | 16 | 24 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | EBC | GENERAL | 52841 | 63906 | 15 | 34 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | DQ | GENERAL | 232201 | 869543 | 1 | 6 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | BC | FEMALE | 57010 | 67399 | 24 | 32 | ||
R.A.C. PATNA | B.A.M.S. | BC | GENERAL | 54389 | 67609 | 23 | 33 |
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