Government BUMS College in West Bengal is noticeably absent from the state’s educational scene. Despite rising interest in Unani medicine and a growing demand for qualified practitioners, the region lacks a government-sponsored institution specialized to Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) training. As per the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), there are no government BUMS colleges in West Bengal.
The AYUSH Counselling process is essential for securing admission in BUMS colleges in West Bengal. Students with an eligible NEET exam score can take admission through counselling in these colleges. West Bengal AYUSH Counselling will be conducted by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) for admission in 85% of seats in government BUMS colleges and 100% of 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 the main subjects |
| Entrance Exam: | NEET Entrance Exam |
Syllabus
BUMS Syllabus
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Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria | Description |
| Nationality | Candidates must be Indian citizens. |
| Domicile | Candidates should possess a valid domicile of West Bengal |
| 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 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 |
West Bengal AYUSH Counselling
West Bengal 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 West Bengal.
West Bengal Counselling Process – State Quota
Online Registration, Application & Fee Payment
- Online Registration: Eligible candidates must register online on the official website https://wbmec.nic.in within the scheduled time frame.
- Filling Details: Candidates need to enter their Roll No, Application No, Name, Mother’s Name, and Date of Birth in the New Registration section. If the details match the records from NTA, the candidate can proceed with the registration.
- Application & Fee Payment: After successful registration, candidates must complete the application and pay the counselling fee online. Any errors in the application can be corrected until the fee payment is made. Post payment, no changes are allowed.
- Caste and EWS Status: Candidates must provide fresh details of their caste and EWS status. Those claiming OBC, OBC-A, or OBC-B categories need to submit a non-creamy layer certificate issued on or after 01.04.2023 by the respective authority. If not, they will be considered under the Unreserved category for seat allotment, except in central institutes if any in West Bengal.
- Payment Caution: Candidates are advised to verify their bank accounts before making another payment attempt if a transaction fails, as fees are non-refundable.
Step 2: Physical Document Verification
- Acknowledgement Slip: Post fee payment, candidates will receive an acknowledgement slip detailing the venue and date for physical document verification.
- Document Verification: Candidates must visit the designated venue on the given date with original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies for verification. After successful verification, a server-generated verified certificate will be issued.
Step 3: Choice Filling and Locking
- Login and Choice Filling: Verified candidates must log in to the system using their Roll No and Password to view and fill in their choice of courses and colleges.
- Choice Management: Candidates can manage their choices using options like move up, down, delete, interchange, and multiple deletions. Choices must be saved to be considered for allotment.
- Locking Choices: After arranging the choices, candidates must lock them with their password. If not locked, choices will be auto-locked by the system after the choice-locking period ends.
Step 4: Result Publication and Allotment
- Result Announcement: The allotment results will be published based on the candidates’ inter se merit, caste, PWD status, and category. Allotments are provisional.
- Final Document Verification: Allotted candidates must undergo another round of document verification at the allotted college within the stipulated time, providing original documents and paying the college fee to secure admission.
- Non-Eligibility and Non-Reporting: Candidates failing to present essential documents or who do not report to the allotted college within the given time will be considered non-eligible and excluded from further counselling rounds.
Counselling Registration Fee
| Category | Counselling Fee (INR) |
| General | 1000 |
| SC/ST/PwD | 500 |
Documents Required
For State Quota Documents
- Acknowledgement Slip- After successful enrollment, a slip is generated online.
- Domicile certificate (a1,a2,b) or e-district website domicile certificate
- In the case of a parent’s domicile certificate displaying residence as West Bengal (any two of the three ID cards specified above), the voter card/Aadhar card/passport of the parent is required.
- If relevant, caste certificate. (This document was issued in the state of West Bengal.)
- 2024 NEET-UG Admissions card.
- 2024 NEET-UG Rank Card.
- As an application, IPGMER Kolkata issued a PwD certificate.
- Proof of payment of Counselling fees (generated online).
- Proof of age (by December 31, 2024, you must be 17 years old).
- Verification of marks sheet for class 10+2.
- Provisional allotment letter from the website https://www.wbmcc.nic.in.
For Management Quota Documents
- Acknowledgement Slip – After successful enrollment, a slip is generated online.
- Admit Card for NEET-UG 2024.
- Rank Card for NEET-UG 2024
- Proof of Counselling Fees Payment (generated online).
- Proof of Age ( age should be 17 years by 31.12.2024)
- Medical Certificate (from Registered Allopathic Medical Practioner).
- 10+2 marks sheet for verification of marks.
- Allotted candidate’s Provisional allotment letter generated from the website https://www.wbmcc.nic.in
- As an application, a caste certificate is required.
- As an application, IPGMER Kolkata issued a PwD certificate.
For NRI Quota Documents
- Notarized Affidavit of the applicant or sponsor who is a non-resident alien.
- Documents stating that the candidate/sponsor is a non-resident alien (valid passport, visa, recent utility bill).
- As per the judgement of the Honourable Supreme Court of India in the case of WP (C) No689/2017- Consortium of Deemed Universities in Karnataka (CODEUNIK) and Anrvs.
- Union of India and Ors. Dated 22nd of August, 2017
- Notarized Affidavit from the sponsor stating that he or she will cover the candidate’s entire course price.
- After successful enrollment, an Acknowledgement slip is generated online.
- Admit Card for NEET-UG 2024.
- Rank Card for NEET-UG 2024.
- Proof of payment of Counselling fees (generated online).
- Proof of Age ( age should be 17 years by 31.12.2024)
- Certificate of Medical Fitness ( from Registered Allopathic Medical Practioner).
- As an application, a Caste certificate is required.
- As an application, IPGMER Kolkata issued a PwD certificate.
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. | There is 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 the 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 from participating 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 BUMS College in West Bengal
As per the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), there is no Government BUMS College in Sikkim; however, applicants from the state who wish to pursue a Unani course can enrol in another state college.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a Government BUMS College in West Bengal?
A: Currently, there is no Government BUMS College in West Bengal.
Q: Are there any plans to establish a Government BUMS College in the state?
A: As of now, there is no official information about plans to establish a Government BUMS College in West Bengal.
Q: What are the alternative options for BUMS education in West Bengal?
A: Students can explore private BUMS colleges in the state as an alternative to government institutions.
Q: Are there any scholarships available for BUMS students in West Bengal?
A: Scholarships may vary depending on the college and government policies. It’s advisable to check with individual institutions and relevant authorities.
Q: How can one pursue a BUMS degree in West Bengal?
A: As of now, aspiring students can enroll in private BUMS colleges in the state for their education in Unani medicine.
Q: Which entrance exam is required for admission in Government BUMS College in West Bengal?
A: The NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) entrance exam is required for admission to Government BUMS College in West Bengal.
Q: What is the duration of the BUMS course in West Bengal?
A: The Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) course typically has a duration of 4.5 years, followed by a one-year internship.
Q: Can students from other states apply for BUMS colleges in West Bengal?
A: Admission policies may vary, but generally, students from other states can apply to BUMS colleges in West Bengal.
Q: Are there job opportunities for BUMS graduates in West Bengal?
A: BUMS graduates can explore opportunities in government and private healthcare sectors, as well as set up their own practice.
Q: What is the scope of Unani medicine in West Bengal?
A: Unani medicine has a growing acceptance, and practitioners can contribute to healthcare services in West Bengal.
Q: Are there any government initiatives to promote Unani medicine in the state?
A: Information on government initiatives can be obtained from the concerned health and education departments.
Q: How can one verify the authenticity of BUMS colleges in West Bengal?
A: It is advisable to check the affiliations, accreditation, and recognition status of the college with the relevant regulatory bodies.
Q: Can BUMS graduates practice in other states after completing their education in West Bengal?
A: BUMS graduates can typically practice in any state in India after completing their education, subject to fulfilling licensing requirements.
Q: What should students consider before choosing a BUMS college in West Bengal?
A: Factors to consider include accreditation, faculty expertise, infrastructure, and placement opportunities, among others.