Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery Entrance Examination
State AYUSH Admission Committees / Universities / NEET (some states) · Pen & Paper / CBT (state-specific) · Once a year
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BAMS Entrance Admit Card
Download your BAMS Entrance 2026 hall ticket. Follow the step-by-step guide below.
How to Download
- Visit the official website of State AYUSH Admission Committees / Universities / NEET (some states)
- Click on the Admit Card / Hall Ticket link
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth
- Download and print the admit card
Required Documents
- Printed admit card
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport)
- Passport size photograph (same as on application)
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery Entrance Examination (BAMS Entrance) 2027
The Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery Entrance Examination (BAMS Entrance) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the State AYUSH Admission Committees / Universities / NEET (some states). Preparing for the BAMS Entrance requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need NEET for BAMS admission?
Many states use NEET scores for BAMS admissions, and the Supreme Court of India has upheld the use of NEET for AYUSH UG admissions in states that have mandated it. States like Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat primarily use NEET scores for BAMS admissions. However, some states and private deemed universities have their own entrance examinations for BAMS in addition to or instead of NEET. Always check the specific state AYUSH counseling notification for the current year's admission process. Regardless of the admission route, strong PCB fundamentals are essential.
What is the BAMS program duration and curriculum?
BAMS is a 5.5-year program including a 1-year compulsory rotatory internship. The curriculum covers Ayurvedic fundamentals (Padartha Vigyan, Ashtanga Hridayam, Charaka Samhita), basic biomedical sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry), Dravyaguna (Materia Medica), Rasashastra, Panchakarma, Kayachikitsa (Internal Medicine), Shalya Tantra (Surgery), Shalakya Tantra (ENT/Ophthalmology), Stri-roga & Prasuti Tantra (Gynecology), Kaumarabhritya (Pediatrics), and Swasthavritta (Preventive & Social Medicine). Graduates are eligible for AYUSH government jobs and private practice.
What are the top government BAMS colleges in India?
Top government BAMS colleges include the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA) Jaipur, Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA) Jamnagar, Rajiv Gandhi Government Ayurveda College Bengaluru, Government Ayurveda College Thiruvananthapuram, Government Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya Mumbai, DGM Ayurveda Medical College Gadag, and state Ayurveda colleges across all major states. Government colleges charge very nominal fees (Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 30,000 per year) and provide quality education with experienced faculty.
Can BAMS graduates practice allopathic medicine?
No, BAMS graduates cannot practice allopathic medicine legally. In India, BAMS practitioners are licensed to practice Ayurveda under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act. Some states have controversially allowed BAMS graduates to prescribe certain allopathic drugs, but this practice is legally contested and professionally discouraged. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) and allopathic medical community strongly oppose such practices. BAMS graduates can legally practice the full scope of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy-related therapies and prescribe all Ayurvedic formulations.
What after BAMS — is MD Ayurveda worth it?
MD Ayurveda is highly beneficial for BAMS graduates who want to specialize, teach, or pursue research in Ayurveda. It provides deeper expertise in a specific Ayurvedic discipline (Panchakarma, Kayachikitsa, Dravyaguna, etc.) and significantly enhances career prospects in government AYUSH hospitals, colleges, and research institutions. MD Ayurveda holders can become lecturers and professors in Ayurveda medical colleges. For those interested in wellness tourism, herbal product development, or international Ayurveda practice, MD Ayurveda adds credibility. The path to MD Ayurveda is through the AIAPGET entrance exam.
How to Prepare for BAMS Entrance
If using NEET for BAMS admission, focus intensely on NCERT Biology — especially Human Physiology, Plant Physiology, Genetics, and Ecology which form the majority of NEET Biology.
Learn basic Ayurveda terminology (Tridosha, Panchamahabhuta, Saptadhatu) from standard BAMS textbooks even before admission to get a head start in the program.
Research government BAMS colleges in your state and their NEET cutoffs from the past 3 years to set realistic target scores for your state counseling.
If appearing for state-specific BAMS entrance (non-NEET states), solve state-level previous year papers focusing on PCB and Ayurveda basics sections.