Institute of AYUSH Medical Sciences, Vimalarjun Nagar, Bhagoo Kheda, Mohanlal Ganj, Lucknow-261005, Uttar Pradesh

Description

1. Course Overview

The Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), also known as “Ayurvedacharya,” is a premier professional undergraduate degree in the Indian System of Medicine. The curriculum at the Institute of AYUSH Medical Sciences is meticulously designed to foster a profound understanding of Ashtanga Ayurveda (the eight branches of Ayurveda) alongside integrated modern medical subjects. Students engage in a detailed study of classical Ayurvedic texts (Samhitas) while simultaneously gaining knowledge in contemporary disciplines such as Human Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, and Surgery, preparing them for an integrated approach to healthcare.

2. Course Duration & Structure

The BAMS program is a 5.5-year residential course, strictly adhering to the unified national guidelines set by the NCISM:

• Academic Phase: 4.5 Years of classroom instruction, detailed laboratory practicals, and clinical observations divided into professional phases.

• Compulsory Internship: 1 Year of mandatory rotatory residential internship. Students apply their theoretical knowledge in a clinical setting at the college’s attached on-campus multispecialty hospital, gaining hands-on experience in both OPD and IPD care across various specialized departments.

3. Eligibility Criteria

Prospective candidates must meet the following standardized requirements for the current academic session:

• Academic Qualification: Passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) as core subjects.

• Minimum Marks: At least 50% aggregate in PCB for General category candidates (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates belonging to Uttar Pradesh).

• Entrance Exam: Mandatory qualification in the NEET-UG of the current academic year, meeting the prescribed percentile cutoff.

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

4. Admission Process

Admissions are merit-based and governed by the centralized counseling process:

1. NEET Qualification: Secure a valid rank and meet the qualifying percentile in NEET-UG.

2. Counselling Registration: Register for the UP AYUSH NEET Counselling via the official state portal (upayushcounseling.upsdc.gov.in).

3. Choice Filling: During the online counseling process, select “Institute of AYUSH Medical Sciences, Lucknow” as a preferred option.

4. Seat Allotment: Based on NEET rank, category reservation, and available intake (sanctioned 100 seats).

5. Reporting: Physically report to the college for document verification and final admission formalities.

5. Medium of Instruction

The primary medium of instruction and examination is English and Hindi. Sanskrit is taught as a fundamental subject in the first professional year to help students accurately interpret original Ayurvedic classical texts.

6. Regulatory Recognition & Compliance

IUMS maintains high academic and clinical standards:

• Affiliation: Affiliated with Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University, Gorakhpur.

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

• Sanctioned Intake: 100 seats per batch.

7. Career Scope & Future Opportunities

BAMS graduates from IUMS have diverse professional pathways:

• Clinical Practice: Establishing independent clinics or serving as Medical Officers in government (AYUSH) and private hospitals.

• Higher Education: Pursuing MD/MS (Ayurveda) in specializations such as Kayachikitsa or Shalya Tantra.

• Research & Academia: Joining the research and development wings of Ayurvedic pharmaceutical companies or teaching as faculty in medical colleges.

• Global Wellness: Opportunities in international wellness resorts, health tourism, and integrated health centers.

8. How We Assist Students (Consultancy Services)

As your medical education consultancy partner, we offer:

• Counselling Navigation: Expert guidance through the UP AYUSH and AACCC portals.

• Documentation Support: Assistance in organizing necessary certificates like Domicile, Character, and Category certificates.

• Institutional Insights: Detailed information on campus facilities, hospital patient flow, separate hostels for boys and girls, and the medicinal herbal garden.

• Strategic Planning: Helping you optimize your preference list based on previous years’ cutoff trends.

9. Disclaimer

Admission to BAMS at Institute of AYUSH Medical Sciences is strictly based on NEET-UG merit and the official counseling process conducted by regulatory authorities. Our consultancy provides guidance and informational support only; we do not guarantee admission or offer “management seats” outside the legal framework.