Government BAMS colleges in Uttarakhand are highly esteemed institutions that provide aspiring Ayurvedic practitioners with a renowned path into a rewarding career in traditional medicine. As per National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), there are 03 Government BAMS Colleges with 225 seats in Uttarakhand.
The AYUSH Counseling process is essential for securing admission in BAMS colleges in Uttarakhand. Students with an eligible NEET exam score can take admission through Counseling in these colleges. Uttarakhand AYUSH Counseling will be conducted by the Uttarakhand Ayurved University for admission in 85% of seats in government BAMS colleges and 100% of seats in private BAMS colleges. The remaining 15% of seats in government colleges will be managed by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC).
Highlight
| Particular | Undergraduate |
| Course Name | BAMS |
| Course Level | Graduate (UG) |
| Duration | 4.5 years + 1 year Internship |
| Stream | Medical Sciences |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with P.C.B. as main subjects |
| Entrance Exam: | NEET Entrance Exam |
Syllabus
BAMS Syllabus
| First Professional | Second Professional | Third Professional | Fourth Professional |
| Padartha Vigyan And Ayurved Itihas | Dravyaguna Vigyan | Agadtantra | Kayachikitsa |
| Sanskrit | Roga Nidan | Swasthavritta | Panchakarma |
| Kriya Sharir | Rasashastra | Prasuti Tantra and Stri Roga | Shalya Tantra |
| Rachana Sharir | Charak Samhita | Kaumarbhritya Parichaya | Shalakya Tantra |
| Maulik Siddhant And Ashtang Hridaya | – | Charak Samhita (Uttarardha) | Research Methodology And Medical Statistics |
BAMS Internship
| Sr.No. | Departments | Distribution of six months | Distribution of twelve months |
| (i) | Kayachikitsa | Two months | Four Months |
| (ii) | Shalya | One month | Two months |
| (iii) | Shalakya | One month | Two months |
| (iv) | Prasuti and Striroga | One month | Two months |
| (v) | Balroga-Kaumarabhritya | Fifteen days | One month |
| (vi) | Panchakarma | Fifteen days | One month |
Eligibility Criteria
| Entrance Exam | NEET Entrance Exam |
| Native | Uttarakhand |
| Age | At least 17 years old |
| Qualification | To apply, applicants must have passed the 10+2 exam or an equivalent examination from a recognized educational institution. |
| Qualifying Marks | Applicants must have a minimum 50% marks in P,C,B&E (Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English) as required subjects, with 40 % marks for SC/ST applicants and 45 % marks for PwD students. |
NEET 2024 Cut-Off
| Category | Cut-Off Percentile | NEET cut-off 2024 | NEET cut-off 2024 |
| UR/EWS | 50th Percentile | 720-137 | 720-164 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 163-129 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 163-129 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 163-129 |
| UR/EWS-PwD | 45th Percentile | 136-121 | 163-146 |
| OBC-PwD | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 145-129 |
| SC-PwD | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 145-129 |
| ST-PwD | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 141-129 |
Uttarakhand AYUSH Counselling
Uttarakhand AYUSH counselling is an important process for securing admission into AYUSH courses in the state. The counselling is categorized into two main types based on the overseeing authority and the quota of seats being filled. AACCC conducts counselling for 15% of seats in government AYUSH colleges and the State counselling authority conducts counselling for 85% of seats in government AYUSH colleges and 100% of seats in Private colleges in Uttarakhand.
Counselling Registration Process – State Quota
- Go to uau.ac.in website and click on UAUC COUNSELLING UG-PG Online Portal 2024-25
- Now Click on Registration/Login UG 2024-25 Button & Select Course – Under Graduate
- After selecting the course, fill in all the fields – NEET Roll Number, NEET Application Number, Contact Number, Email Address and then click on Validate Registration Form – 3
- After clicking on Validate, OTP sent popup will appear – and then click on ‘OK’ button
- After clicking on OK, then showing OTP Textbox and enter your OTP has been sent to your Mobile number, then click on the submit button
- After Submit OTP than select – Select Quota
- After filling in all the mandatory fields, you will need to select the 10th and 12th passing state and 12th PCB percentage. Your eligibility will be checked based on that information.
- After clicking on “Validate, ” you will see a popup that will inform you whether you are eligible or not. Later, you will need to click the “OK” button in the popup.
- After clicking “OK,” a new form will open where you need to provide all the mandatory fields and attachments related to the 10th and 12th certificates. Additionally, you will
- also need to provide your email address In addition to the above steps, you will also need to fill in your correspondence address and permanent address. After completing all these steps, you can click on “Pay Online
- Now, You need to select the payment option – debit card, credit card or other
- After that, you will receive an OTP on your phone, or if you have selected UPI, you will receive a payment message on your phone for verification.
- After the payment is successful, you will see a payment success screen and you will also have the option to Download Application Form and Receipt
Counselling Registration Fees & Security Money
| Counselling Round | Registration Fee | Remarks |
| First Round | Rs. 2,000 | Required for all NEET (UG)-2023 qualified candidates. |
| Second Round | Rs. 2,000 (for new/fresh candidates) | No additional fee for candidates opting for upgradation. |
| Mop-Up Round | Rs. 2,000 | Required for candidates registering for the first time, or those who were not allotted a seat in previous rounds. |
Security Money
Below table summarizes the conditions for the security fee, its refund, and forfeiture across different counselling rounds.
| Round | Security Fee | Refund Condition | Forfeiture Condition |
| First Round | Rs. 15,000 | Refunded after the last round of counselling if admission is taken. | Candidate does not join the allotted seat. |
| Candidate provides wrong information leading to seat cancellation. | |||
| The candidate fails to produce the required documents at the time of admission. | |||
| The candidate withdraws the seat allotted in Round 1. | |||
| Second Round | Rs. 15,000 | Refunded after the last round of counselling if admission is taken. | Candidate does not join the allotted seat. |
| Candidate provides wrong information leading to seat cancellation. | |||
| The candidate fails to produce the required documents at the time of admission. | |||
| The candidate withdraws the seat allotted in Round 2. | |||
| Mop-Up Round | Rs. 15,000 | Refunded after the last round of counselling if admission is taken. | Candidate does not join the allotted seat. |
| The candidate provides wrong information leading to seat cancellation. | |||
| The candidate fails to produce the required documents at the time of admission. | |||
| The candidate withdraws the seat allotted in the Mop-Up round. |
Counselling Process
General Instructions for Eligible Candidates
- Registration Requirement: All NEET 2024 qualified eligible candidates must register to participate in counselling. Candidates who miss the 1st round can still register for the 2nd and 3rd/Mop-Up rounds by paying the required fee.
- Eligibility: Only registered candidates can participate in a particular round of counselling.
- Mandatory details include NEET 2024 Roll Number, NEET application number, and valid mobile number.
- Counselling Rounds: Registration is available for each round as per the schedule. Candidates must register/upgrade and fill in their choices for each round. Spot registration is not allowed.
- Reporting and Seat Allotment: If a candidate does not report to the allotted college in the 1st round, they can participate in the 2nd round but cannot claim the previous seat. If admitted in the 2nd round and want to resign, they must apply through the college Principal and report to the counselling board before the 3rd/Mop-Up round.
- Upgradation and Choice Filling: Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 can opt for upgrade in Round 2. Choices should be filled out carefully as they cannot be altered once allotment is done. Fresh choices must be filled for each round.
Counselling Rounds
First Round:
- Registration: Online registration and payment of the required fee.
- Choice Filling: Fill choices based on preference and eligibility.
- Allotment Letter: Available online; produced at the time of admission.
- Admission: Secure admission before the last date, or the admission stands cancelled.
- Upgradation: Option to participate in the second round for upgradation.
- Security Fee: Deposit of Rs. 15,000 refundable after the last round if admission is taken.
- Non-Joining: Security fee forfeited if the candidate does not join the allotted seat or provides wrong information.
Second Round:
Eligibility:
- Group-I: Registered candidates not allotted seats in Round 1.
- Group-II: Candidates who reported/joined in Round 1 and want upgradation.
- Group-III: Candidates allotted seats but did not join.
- Group-IV: New registrants.
Registration: New/Fresh registration and choice filling; already registered candidates opting for upgradation do not pay the fee again.
Resign/Surrender: Apply through the college principal before Mop-Up round.
Admission: Secure admission before the last date or the admission stands cancelled.
Security Fee: Same rules as the first round for fee forfeiture.
IIIrd/Mop-Up Round:
Eligibility:
- New registrants.
- Candidates registered but not allotted seats in Rounds 1 and 2.
- Candidates except those admitted in Rounds 1 and 2.
- Candidates who resigned/surrendered seats after admission and applied through the college principal.
- Registration: Online registration to become eligible.
- Counselling Venue: Candidates must be present in person with the required documents.
- Security Fee: Deposit of Rs. 15,000 refundable after the last round if admission is taken.
- Non-Joining: Same forfeiture rules as previous rounds.
Admission Procedure
- Report to Allotted College: Candidates must report personally to the allotted college office with the required documents.
- Complete Formalities: Complete the admission process as mentioned in the allotment letter.
- Admission Letter: Admission is finalized once the candidate receives the admission letter from the college.
AACCC UG Counselling Process
AACCC UG counselling process is structured into multiple rounds to ensure a systematic and fair allocation of seats to NEET-UG 2024 qualified candidates for AYUSH courses. The process involves registration, fee payment, choice filling, seat allotment, and physical reporting to the allotted college. Below is a table outlining the detailed process for each counselling round.
| Round | Eligibility for Participation | Process |
| Round 1 | Only NEET UG 2024 qualified candidates are eligible to apply. | 1. Registration for AACCC-UG Counseling.2. Payment of Counseling Fee (Non-Refundable Registration Fee + Security Money).3. Choice filling and locking.4. Publication of Seat allotment list (Publication of result).5. Physical Reporting to the allotted college. |
| Round 2 | NEET UG 2024 qualified candidates who have not registered in the 1st Round. Candidates registered for the 1st Round and were not allotted a seat. Candidates who opted for free exit in the 1st Round.d) Candidates who joined the allotted seat in the 1st Round and submitted willingness for upgradation in the 2nd Round. | 1. Registration for AACCC-UG Counseling (The candidates who participated in the 1st Round need not register again).2. Payment of Counseling Fee includes Non-Refundable Registration Fee + Security Money (Need not pay by the candidates who already paid the counselling fee at the time of registration for 1st Round).3. Choice filling and locking.4. Publication of Seat allotment list (Publication of result).5. Physical Reporting to the allotted college. |
| Round 3 | NEET UG 2024 qualified candidates who have not registered in the 1st & 2nd Round. b) Candidates who have already registered but were not allotted seats in the 1st & 2nd Round. c) Candidates registered in the 1st Round/2nd Round & availed of Free Exit.d) Candidates joined in the 1st Round allotted seats and submitted willingness for upgradation but did not participate in the 2nd Round. e) Candidates joined in the 2nd Round allotted seat and submitted willingness for upgradation in the 3rd Round. f) Candidates who leave/resign the allotted seat in the 2nd Round, with forfeiture of Security money, three days before the commencement of the 3rd Round, can participate with payment of complete fees. | 1. Registration for AACCC-UG Counseling (Those candidates who participated in the 1st Round/2nd Round need not register again).2. Payment of Counseling Fee includes Non-Refundable Registration Fee and Security Money (No need to pay by those candidates who have already paid the counselling fee at the time of registration for 1st Round /2nd Round).3. Choice filling and locking.4. Publication of Seat allotment list (Publication of result).5. Physical Reporting to the allotted college. |
| Stray Vacancy Round for AIQG/AIQGA/CU/NI | All registered candidates who have not been admitted to any of the seats through AACCC-UG counselling or counselling conducted by State/UTs are eligible for the Stray Vacancy Round. | No Fresh Registration in the Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates must submit willingness in the AACCC-UG portal to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round with an undertaking that they are not holding any UG (ASU&H) seats allotted through AACCC-UG counselling or counselling conducted by State/UTs.Option for choice filling is available in the Stray Vacancy Round.4. No upgradation is available from any of the 3 Rounds to the Stray Vacancy Round. |
| Stray Vacancy Round for Deemed University | All registered candidates who have not been admitted to any of the seats through AACCC-UG counselling or counselling conducted by State/UTs are eligible for Stray Vacancy Round. | AACCC, M/o Ayush will send a list of eligible registered candidates to Deemed Universities, which is to be exercised strictly in order of merit in the Stray Vacancy Round. The seats are domicile-free, and only registered candidates of AACCC-UG counselling are eligible for admission.3. A List of ineligible candidates will be circulated to concerned State/UT counselling authorities, National Institutes/Central Universities/Deemed Universities to prohibit them to participate in any other AYUSH counselling (Central/State/UT/Nominated seat, etc.). |
Note: It is mandatory for all candidates to take admission on their upgraded seats in the 3rd Round from Round 1 & 2 admitted seats. Such candidates, if not joined in the upgraded seats, are ineligible for any further AYUSH counselling (Central/State/UT/Central Pool Quota) and their security money will be forfeited.
Registration Fees & Security Money for AACCC UG Counseling
The registration fee is non-refundable, whereas the security fee is refundable under certain conditions. Below is a detailed table summarizing the registration and security fees for various categories and types of admissions.
Non-Refundable Registration Fee
| Admission Type | Category | Amount |
| AIQ-Govt.-college/AIQ-Govt.-Aided-college/Central University/National Institute | UR/EWS/OBC-NCL candidates | Rs. 1000/- |
| AIQ-Govt.-college/AIQ-Govt.-Aided-college/Central University/National Institute | SC/ST/PwBD candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| Deemed University | All Categories | Rs. 5000/- |
Refundable Security Fee
The refundable security fee will be refunded to candidates after joining the allotted college within the stipulated time mentioned in the schedule. If a candidate does not get any seat during all rounds of counselling, the security fee will be refunded to the bank account provided by the candidate at the time of registration for AACCC-UG counselling.
| Admission Type | Category | Amount |
| AIQ-Govt.-college/AIQ-Govt.-Aided-college/Central University/National Institute | All Categories | Rs. 10000/- |
| Deemed University | All Categories | Rs. 50000/- |
Note: The non-refundable registration fee and the refundable security fee must be paid during the registration process for AACCC UG Counselling
Government BAMS College in Uttarakhand
| Name of BAMS College | College Type | Establishment Year | Seat Intake | Fees |
| Rishikul Govt PG Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Haridwar | Government | 1919 | 75 | Rs.1,50,000 |
| Gurukul Ayurvedic College Haridwar | Government | 1922 | 75 | Rs.1,78,400 |
| Faculty Of Ayurved Uttarakhand, Uttarakhand Ayurved University | Government | 2009 | 75 | Rs.1,50,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery)?
A: BAMS is a five-and-a-half-year undergraduate program focusing on Ayurvedic medicine, using herbal remedies, therapies, and lifestyle practices to promote health and well-being.
Q: What are the career opportunities for BAMS graduates?
A: BAMS graduates can work as Ayurvedic doctors in hospitals, clinics, or independently. They can also specialize in areas like Panchakarma therapy, yoga therapy, or herbal medicine.
Q: What are the admission requirements for BAMS programs?
A: Admission to government BAMS colleges in Uttarakhand involves qualifying NEET UG scores and participating in either AYUSH national counselling or state counselling.
Q: How many government BAMS colleges are there in Uttarakhand?
A: There are currently three government BAMS colleges in Uttarakhand: Uttaranchal Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, and Rishikul Ayurveda College.
Q: What is the admission process for government BAMS colleges in Uttarakhand?
A: 15% of seats are filled through national counselling by AYUSH AACCC based on NEET UG scores. The remaining 85% are filled through state counselling by the respective universities.
Q: Are there any scholarships or financial aid options available for students in government BAMS colleges in Uttarakhand?
A: Yes, various scholarship and financial aid schemes are available from the government and the colleges themselves.
Q: Which government BAMS college in Uttarakhand is the best?
A: All three colleges offer excellent academic programs and facilities. Choosing the “best” depends on individual preferences, location, faculty specialities, and scholarship options.
Q: Is it difficult to get a seat in a government BAMS college in Uttarakhand?
A: Competition can be high due to limited seats and growing interest in Ayurveda. Scoring well in NEET UG and applying within specified deadlines increases your chances.
Q: What are the job prospects for BAMS graduates in Uttarakhand?
A: There’s increasing demand for Ayurvedic doctors in Uttarakhand, with opportunities in government hospitals, private clinics, and wellness centers.
Q: Can BAMS graduates practice outside of Uttarakhand?
A: Yes, BAMS graduates can practice anywhere in India after obtaining required registrations and licenses.
Q: What is the future outlook for BAMS in Uttarakhand?
A: With government support for AYUSH medicine and growing public interest in Ayurveda, the future of BAMS in Uttarakhand appears promising.
Q: What are the advantages of studying BAMS in a government college in Uttarakhand?
A: Advantages include high-quality education, experienced faculty, access to well-equipped facilities, and potentially lower fees compared to private colleges.
Q: What are some alternative AYUSH courses available in Uttarakhand?
A: Other options include BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathy Medicine and Surgery) and BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) offered by government and private colleges in the state.