Government BUMS College in Lakshadweep is severely absent, leaving a gap in the educational landscape. As per National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) there are no government BUMS colleges in Lakshadweep. As there are no colleges in the state, students who want to pursue their education in the same course can take admission in nearby open states by participating in AACCC counselling under All India Quota seats. AACCC conducts counselling for 15% seats in Government colleges. Students must be eligible with AACCC counselling criteria and admission will be based on NEET Exam rank.
AYUSH Counseling process is essential for securing admission in BUMS colleges in Lakshadweep. Students with an eligible NEET exam score can take admission through counseling in these colleges. Lakshadweep AYUSH Counseling will be conducted by the Department of Education, Union Territory of Lakshadweep for admission in 85% seats in government BUMS colleges and 100% seats in private BUMS colleges. The remaining 15% of seats in government colleges will be managed by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC).
Highlights
| Particular | Undergraduate |
| Course Name | BUMS |
| Course Level | Graduate (UG) |
| Duration | 5.5 Years (Including 1-year internship) |
| Stream | Medical Sciences |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with P.C.B. as main subjects |
| Entrance Exam: | NEET Entrance Exam |
Syllabus
BUMS Syllabus
| First Professional Ist Year | Second Professional Iind Year | Third Professional Iiird Year | Final Professional Ivrt Year |
| Arabic & Mantiq Falsifa.Kulliyat Umoore Tabiya.Tashreehul BadanMunafeul Aaza | Tareekhe TibTahaffuzi wa Samaji TibIlmul AdviaMahiyatul Amraz | Communication SkillsIlmul Saidla wa MurakkabatTibbe Qanooni wa Ilmul SamoomSareeriyat wa Usoole IlajIlaj bit TadbeerAmraze Atfal | Moalejat – IMoalejat – IIAmraze NiswanIlmul Qabalat wa NaumauloodIImul JarahatAin Uzn Anf Halaq wa Asnan |
Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria | Description |
| Nationality | Candidates must be Indian citizens. |
| Domicile | Candidates should possess a valid domicile of Lakshadweep |
| Age Limit | Candidates must have attained the age of 17 years as of December 31, 2024. There is no upper age limit. |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have completed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects. They should have obtained a minimum aggregate score of 50% (40% for reserved categories) in the qualifying examination. |
| NEET-UG Score | Candidates must have appeared for the NEET-UG examination and obtained the minimum qualifying percentile as prescribed by the respective regulatory bodies. |
| NEET-UG Merit List | Candidates must have qualified for the NEET-UG merit list. The merit list is prepared based on the candidate’s NEET-UG scores. |
NEET 2024 Cut-Off
| Category | Cut-Off Percentile | NEET Cut-Off 2023 | NEET Cut-Off 2024 | No. Of Candidates |
| UR/EWS | 50th Percentile | 720-137 | 720-162 | 11,65,334 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 161-127 | 1,00,876 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 161-127 | 34,420 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 136-107 | 161-127 | 14,414 |
| UR/EWS-PwD | 45th Percentile | 136-121 | 151-144 | 469 |
| OBC-PwD | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 143-127 | 269 |
| SC-PwD | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 143-127 | 54 |
| ST-PwD | 40th Percentile | 120-107 | 142-127 | 13 |
Lakshadweep AYUSH Counselling
Lakshadweep 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% seats in government AYUSH colleges and State counselling authority conducts counselling for 85% seats in government AYUSH colleges and 100% seats in Private colleges in Lakshadweep.
Counselling Registration Process – State Quota
Step 1: Registration
- Candidates need to register themselves on the official counseling website(https://lakshadweep.gov.in/).
- Provide personal details, contact information, and educational qualifications during registration.
Step 2: Document Verification
- After registration, candidates are required to visit the designated verification centers.
- Present original documents such as mark sheets, certificates, photo ID proof, and proof of residence for verification.
Step 3: Choice Filling
- Access the online portal and fill your choices of courses and institutions based on your preferences.
- Prioritize your choices carefully, considering seat availability and eligibility criteria.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
- The counseling authority evaluates your filled choices, merit, and seat availability.
- Seat allotment is conducted based on these factors.
- Check the allotment results on the official website using your login credentials.
Step 5: Reporting and Admission
- If you are allotted a seat, report to the designated institution within the specified time frame.
- Carry the required documents, including the allotment letter, original certificates, and prescribed fees.
- Complete admission formalities, including document verification, fee payment, and form submission.
Step 6: Second Round of Counseling (if applicable)
- If there are vacant seats or if you wish to upgrade your allotted seat, participate in the second round of counseling.
- Revise your choices and undergo the seat allotment process again.
Step 7: Joining and Commencement of Classes
- After completing the counseling process and admission formalities, join the respective institution.
- The academic sessions for Ayush courses usually commence as per the institution’s schedule.
Lakshadweep AYUSH Counselling Documents Required
- 10th Certificate.
- 12th Certificate & Mark Sheet.
- NEET UG 2024 Admit Card.
- NEET UG 2024 Result/Scorecard.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Domicile Certificate (for Uttarakhand candidate only).
- Sub Category Certificate, If Applicable.
- ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter card etc.)
- Fee Receipt
- Passport Size Photograph
AACCC UG Counselling Process
AACCC UG counseling 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 counseling 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 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 counseling 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 counseling 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 counseling or counseling conducted by State/UTs are eligible for Stray Vacancy Round. | No Fresh Registration in 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 counseling or counseling 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 counseling or counseling 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 counseling are eligible for admission.3. List of ineligible candidates will be circulated to concerned State/UT counseling authorities, National Institutes/Central Universities/Deemed Universities for prohibiting them to participate in any other AYUSH counseling (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 counseling (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 counseling, the security fee will be refunded to the bank account provided by the candidate at the time of registration for AACCC counseling.
| 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 counseling.
Government BUMS College in Lakshadweep
As per National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) there is no Government BUMS College in Lakshadweep; however, applicants from the state who wish to pursue a Unani course can enroll in another state college.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there any Government BUMS colleges in Lakshadweep?
A: No, currently there are no Government BUMS colleges operating in Lakshadweep.
Q: Why are there no Government BUMS colleges in Lakshadweep?
A: Potential reasons include the island territory’s unique geography, population size, and specific healthcare needs.
Q: Are there plans for establishing Government BUMS colleges in Lakshadweep in the future?
A: Stay updated through official channels like the Department of Education or Directorate of AYUSH for any announcements.
Q: How can I pursue a BUMS program if I live in Lakshadweep?
A: The Lakshadweep government offers support for qualified students to pursue BUMS programs outside the territory through initiatives like the “Lakshadweep NEET Scholarship Scheme.” Research colleges in other states and explore these support programs.
Q: What other AYUSH options are available in Lakshadweep?
A: Lakshadweep actively promotes Ayurveda and Yoga. Several government-run institutions offer diploma and certificate courses in these areas, providing valuable training opportunities.
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for BUMS programs?
A: Typically, you need to pass the NEET (National Eligibility Entrance Test) and meet individual college requirements.
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