Hillside Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital, No.174/2, Saldoddi, Agara Village Bangalore-62, Karnataka

Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)

Institution: Hillside Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital

Location: No. 174/2, Saldoddi, Agara Village, Kanakapura Main Road, Bangalore, Karnataka – 560062

1. Course Overview

The BAMS program at Hillside is designed to create a bridge between the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and modern clinical diagnostics. The curriculum focuses on the holistic treatment of ailments through natural remedies, diet, and lifestyle modifications. Students are trained in the core philosophies of Ayurveda—Panchamahabhuta and Tridosha—while gaining proficiency in modern anatomy, physiology, and surgical principles.

2. Course Duration & Structure

The program follows the national regulatory timeline of 5.5 years:

• Academic Study (4.5 Years): Divided into professional years covering foundational sciences, pharmacology (Dravyaguna), toxicology (Agad Tantra), and clinical medicine (Kayachikitsa).

• Compulsory Internship (1 Year): A mandatory rotatory clinical internship at the on-campus Hillside Hospital, where students gain real-world experience in patient management and traditional therapies.

3. Eligibility Criteria

• Age: Minimum 17 years by December 31st of the admission year.

• Education: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) and English.

• Minimum Marks: 50% aggregate in PCB for General category; 40% for SC/ST/OBC (Karnataka candidates).

• Entrance Exam: A valid qualifying score in NEET-UG is mandatory for all applicants.

4. Admission Process

Admission is merit-based and follows the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) guidelines:

1. NEET Qualification: Secure the qualifying percentile in the NEET-UG exam.

2. KEA Registration: Register for the Karnataka state AYUSH counseling.

3. Document Verification: Verification of original academic and category certificates.

4. Choice Filling: Selection of Hillside Ayurvedic Medical College during the counseling rounds.

5. Seat Allotment: Based on NEET rank and seat availability under Government, Private, or Management quotas.

5. Medium of Instruction

The primary medium of instruction is English. Students also study Sanskrit during the first professional year to enable them to read and interpret classical Ayurvedic texts (Samhitas) accurately.

6. Regulatory Recognition & Compliance

• Affiliation: Affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore.

• Approval: Recognized by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the Ministry of AYUSH, New Delhi.

• Compliance: The college and hospital strictly adhere to the infrastructural and faculty standards set by the NCISM.

7. Career Scope & Future Opportunities

• Clinical Practice: Private practice or roles as Ayurvedic Consultants in multi-specialty hospitals.

• Government Service: Appointment as Medical Officers in the state or central AYUSH departments.

• Research: Opportunities in Ayurvedic pharmaceutical R&D and clinical trials.

• Wellness Tourism: Roles in luxury Ayurvedic resorts, wellness centers, and spas globally.

• Higher Studies: Pursuing MD/MS (Ayurveda) for academic or specialized clinical roles.

8. How We Assist Students (Consultancy Services)

• Strategic Counseling: Guidance on seat availability and NEET-UG cutoff trends for Karnataka colleges.

• Application Support: Assistance with the KEA online registration and preference-locking process.

• Documentation: Helping students organize essential documents like Domicile, Study Certificates, and Category proofs.

• Campus Insights: Providing verified information on hospital patient flow, clinical facilities, and hostel safety.

9. Disclaimer

Admission is granted strictly based on NEET-UG merit and the official counseling process conducted by the KEA. Our consultancy provides advisory and administrative support only and does not guarantee admission outside the regulatory framework.