Hello Varsha,

Here’s a comprehensive overview of BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) :

What is BAMS?

• Full Form: Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery

• Duration: 5.5 years (4.5 years academic + 1-year internship)

• Field: Traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda)

• Objective: To train students in Ayurvedic medicine, combining traditional knowledge with modern medical science.
  
  Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification:

   • Completed 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) .
     
     

   • Some colleges may also require English as a compulsory subject.
     
     

2. Minimum Marks: Usually, at least 50% marks in PCB for General category; relaxation for reserved categories as per norms.
   
   

3. Entrance Exam:

   • Admission is mostly based on NEET-UG scores.

   • Some states or universities may have their own entrance exams.
     
     Admission Process

• Appear for NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test).

• Participate in state or central counselling for AYUSH courses.

• Select colleges based on your rank and preferences.

• Management quota seats may be available in some private colleges.
  
  Course Structure

• Duration: 4.5 years academic + 1-year compulsory internship.

• Subjects Include:

  • Ayurvedic Anatomy & Physiology

  • Sanskrit and Ayurveda Samhitas

  • Dravyaguna (Pharmacology of herbs)

  • Rachana Sharir (Human Anatomy)

  • Kriya Sharir (Physiology)

  • Agad Tantra (Toxicology)

  • Rog Nidan (Pathology)

  • Panchakarma (Detoxification therapies)

  • Kayachikitsa (Internal medicine)

  • Shalya Tantra (Surgery)

  • Stri Roga & Prasuti Tantra (Gynecology & Obstetrics)
    
    Career Opportunities

• Practitioner: Registered Ayurvedic doctor

• Healthcare: Work in Ayurvedic hospitals, clinics, wellness centers

• Research: Ayurvedic research and drug development

• Teaching: Lecturer or professor in Ayurveda colleges

• Pharmaceutical: Ayurvedic drug manufacturing companies

• Government Jobs: AYUSH department, public health sector

• Private Practice: Set up your own clinic
  
  Salary & Scope

• Starting salary ranges from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month in entry-level jobs.

• With experience or specialization, earnings can increase significantly.

• Growing popularity of Ayurvedic and natural medicine opens good prospects.
  
  Popular Colleges in India

• Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi

• Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar

• National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur

• Delhi Ayurvedic College, Delhi

• 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.