What all the information about bams
Hello Varsha,
Here’s a comprehensive overview of
BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
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What is BAMS?
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Full Form: Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
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Duration: 5.5 years (4.5 years academic + 1-year internship)
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Field: Traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda)
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Objective: To train students in Ayurvedic medicine, combining traditional knowledge with modern medical science.
Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification:
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Completed 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) .
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Some colleges may also require English as a compulsory subject.
Minimum Marks:
Usually, at least
50% marks
in PCB for General category; relaxation for reserved categories as per norms.
Entrance Exam:
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Admission is mostly based on NEET-UG scores.
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Some states or universities may have their own entrance exams.
Admission Process
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Appear for NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test).
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Participate in state or central counselling for AYUSH courses.
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Select colleges based on your rank and preferences.
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Management quota seats may be available in some private colleges.
Course Structure
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Duration: 4.5 years academic + 1-year compulsory internship.
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Subjects Include:
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Ayurvedic Anatomy & Physiology
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Sanskrit and Ayurveda Samhitas
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Dravyaguna (Pharmacology of herbs)
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Rachana Sharir (Human Anatomy)
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Kriya Sharir (Physiology)
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Agad Tantra (Toxicology)
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Rog Nidan (Pathology)
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Panchakarma (Detoxification therapies)
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Kayachikitsa (Internal medicine)
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Shalya Tantra (Surgery)
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Stri Roga & Prasuti Tantra (Gynecology & Obstetrics)
Career Opportunities
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Practitioner: Registered Ayurvedic doctor
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Healthcare: Work in Ayurvedic hospitals, clinics, wellness centers
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Research: Ayurvedic research and drug development
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Teaching: Lecturer or professor in Ayurveda colleges
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Pharmaceutical: Ayurvedic drug manufacturing companies
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Government Jobs: AYUSH department, public health sector
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Private Practice: Set up your own clinic
Salary & Scope
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Starting salary ranges from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month in entry-level jobs.
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With experience or specialization, earnings can increase significantly.
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Growing popularity of Ayurvedic and natural medicine opens good prospects.
Popular Colleges in India
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Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
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Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar
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National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur
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Delhi Ayurvedic College, Delhi
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Government Ayurvedic colleges in states like Kerala, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, etc.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.