Top Ayurvedic (BAMS) Colleges in India 2026
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is a highly valued professional degree in alternative medicine (AYUSH) in India. Regulated by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), BAMS integrates traditional Ayurvedic sciences with modern medical science principles.
Data Overview
PublishedAuthority
AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) & State Authorities
Courses
BAMS
Data Source
Ministry of AYUSH & AACCC
Academic Year
2026
Last Updated
23 June 2026
Official Source
Ministry of AYUSH & AACCC
AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) & State Authorities
Official Website
https://aaccc.gov.in
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Overview
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is a highly valued professional degree in alternative medicine (AYUSH) in India. Regulated by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), BAMS integrates traditional Ayurvedic sciences with modern medical science principles.
With growing international recognition for wellness and holistic health, demand for BAMS seats at premier government institutions has risen. Leading Ayurvedic colleges include the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA, Jaipur), Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA, Jamnagar), and the Faculty of Ayurveda, IMS BHU (Varanasi). This page reviews the cutoffs, seat capacities, and fee structures of these premier AYUSH centers.
Counselling Process
Step-by-step guide to complete your counselling
AYUSH counseling is conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) for 15% All India Quota seats in government, aided, central, and deemed universities. The remaining 85% seats are administered by state AYUSH counseling bodies.
Registration
Register on the official counselling portal with NEET roll number and personal details.
Fee Payment
Pay the counselling registration and security deposit fee online.
Choice Filling
Select and prioritize your preferred colleges and courses. Lock choices before deadline.
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on your NEET rank, preferences, quota, and seat availability.
Document Verification
Upload and verify all required documents as per the counselling authority guidelines.
College Reporting
Report to the allotted college within the specified timeframe with all original documents.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Must qualify in NEET UG 2026 with a score exceeding the qualifying percentile.
2. Must have completed 17 years of age by December 31, 2026.
3. Must pass 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate (40% for reserved category candidates).
Required Documents
1. NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard
2. 10th & 12th Marksheets and Certificates
3. Domicile and Nationality Certificate
4. Passport-sized photographs
5. Category/Caste Certificate (if claiming reservation)
6. Provisional Allotment Letter from the AACCC portal
Reservation Policy
AACCC counseling follows Central government reservation directives, reserving seats for SC (15%), ST (7.5%), OBC-NCL (27%), EWS (10%), and PwD (5%) candidates.
Seat Matrix Details
There are exactly 179 AYUSH colleges in India offering BAMS courses. The seat matrix is published before each round of AACCC counseling, detailing seat distributions across categories, quotas, and participating colleges.
Cutoff Information
BAMS cutoffs have seen an upward shift in recent years. In Round 1 of counseling, premier national institutes typically close between 15,000 and 25,000 NEET ranks. Candidates can leverage our Pro Predictor Tool to assess round-wise target ranks.
Sample Data
Showing 10 of 10+ records
| College Name | State | AIQ R1 General Cutoff | Annual Govt Fee | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital | Tamil Nadu | 15335 | ₹15,000 | 98 |
| Govt. Ayurveda Medical College and Teaching Hospital | Karnataka | 15713 | ₹15,000 | 40 |
| Government Ayurved mahavidhalaya | Rajasthan | 18283 | ₹15,000 | 60 |
| GOVT AYURVEDA COLLEGE | Kerala | 19225 | ₹15,000 | 44 |
| Government Ayurved College and Hospital | Uttar Pradesh | 19870 | ₹15,000 | 60 |
| Bundelkhand Govt. Ayurvedic College and Hospital | Uttar Pradesh | 20173 | ₹15,000 | 45 |
| KLE University Shri.BM Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre | Karnataka | 20330 | ₹15,000 | 60 |
| Government Ayurved College and Hospital | Maharashtra | 22751 | ₹15,000 | 40 |
| Govt. Ayurveda College | Kerala | 23054 | ₹15,000 | 98 |
| Govt. Tibbia College | Bihar | 23629 | ₹15,000 | 58 |
Top BAMS Ayurvedic Colleges by Round 1 AACCC Cutoff & Seats
Verified public data
Check detailed cutoff stats, seat matrix reports, and fee structures for all 170+ AYUSH BAMS colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 common questions answered
The National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA) in Jaipur and the Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA) in Jamnagar are recognized as the premier national institutes for BAMS, closing within the top 20,000 ranks.
The BAMS course has a duration of 5.5 years, comprising 4.5 years of academic curriculum and 1 year of compulsory internship.
Central BAMS counseling is managed by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) under the Ministry of AYUSH.
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Important Disclaimer
NEET Counsel is an independent counselling guidance portal. Always verify final admission rules, seat matrix, allotment and schedule from the official counselling authority.
Data shown is based on previous years and does not guarantee admission. Actual allotment depends on current year seat matrix, candidate choices, reservation rules, counselling authority rules and round-wise vacancy movement.