Private BHMS Colleges in Karnataka provide a wide range of educational possibilities for aspiring homeopaths. As per National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) there are 18 private BHMS Colleges with a total 1450 seats in karnataka.
The AYUSH Counseling process is essential for securing admission in BHMS colleges in Karnataka. Students with an eligible NEET exam score can take admission through counseling in these colleges. Karnataka AYUSH Counseling will be conducted by the Karnataka Education Authority (KEA) for admission in 85% seats in government BHMS colleges and 100% seats in private BHMS 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 | Homeopathy (BHMS) |
| Course Level | Undergraduate (UG) |
| Duration | 4.5 years + 1 year Internship |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with PCB as main subjects |
| Entrance Exam | NEET Entrance Exam |
| Average Starting Salary | INR 3-5 Lacs |
Syllabus
BHMS Syllabus
| Subjects | Description |
| Materia Medica | This subject is focused on the theory and research of medications used in the treatment of diseases as prescribed by the doctor. It comprises pharmacology, clinical pharmacology, and the historical, physical, and chemical aspects of pharmaceuticals. |
| Organon of Medicine | In this subject, the principles that are required to get the objectives are implemented. |
| Anatomy | This subject examines plants and animals, as well as the interdependence of their parts. |
| Physiology & Biochemistry | This subject is concerned with the functions and activities of living creatures, as well as their internal and exterior components. |
| Community Medicine | The health of a community or region’s residents is at stake in this topic. |
BHMS Internship
| Internship aspects | Duration |
| Practice of Medicine | 8 Months |
| Surgery | 1 Months |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 2 months |
| Community medicine (including PHC/CHC) | 1 Months |
Eligibility Criteria
| Aspects | Eligibility Criteria |
| Qualification | To apply, applicants must have passed the 10+2 exam or an equivalent examination from a recognized educational institution.Applicants must have a minimum of 50 % marks in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as required subjects, with 40 % marks for SC/ST applicants and 45 % marks for PwD students. For international students, a comparable qualification that has been authorized by the institution will be accepted. |
| Entrance Exam | NEET Entrance Exam. |
| Native | Aspirants must be of Karnataka |
| Age | The candidates must be the 17 years of Age |
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 |
Karnataka AYUSH Counselling
Karnataka 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 Karnataka.
Counselling Registration Process – State Quota
Step 1: Online Registration
- Visit the KEA website: http://kea.kar.nic.in.
- Select “UGNEET-2024 Online Registration” and enter all the required details through the online registration portal.
Step 2: Login
- Use your USER ID and Password to log in.
- Begin entering your details stage by stage, ensuring all information is complete and accurate.
Step 3: Upload Documents
- Upload the scanned copies of the following documents in JPG/JPEG format:
- Recent passport-size color photograph, Signature & Left-hand thumb impression
Step 4: Verify Entries
- Before finalizing, take a draft printout and verify all the entered details.
- If there are no changes required, select the declaration to confirm your entries.
Step 5: Payment of Fees
- Follow the payment gateway procedures as mentioned on the website to pay the application fees.
Step 6: Print Application Form
- Take a printout of the completed application form on A-4 size paper.
- This printed copy should be kept safe and produced for document verification.
Karnataka AYUSH Counselling Process – State Quota
Step 1: Online Registration
The first step in the counseling process is to register online. To do this, visit the official Karnataka AYUSH Counseling website. You’ll need to provide your personal details and contact information. Make sure all the information you enter is accurate, as this will be used for all future communication and verification purposes.
Step 2: Document Verification
Once registered, you must upload all required documents. These typically include your educational certificates, mark sheets, identity proof, and domicile certificate. Ensure these documents meet the guidelines specified by the counseling authority. The uploaded documents will be verified for authenticity. Keep original copies handy as they may be required later.
Step 3: Option Entry
After your documents are verified, you will gain access to an online portal. Here, you can enter your preferred choices of courses and colleges. It’s important to select these options carefully, considering your eligibility and personal preferences. This step is crucial as it will determine your seat allotment in subsequent stages.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
The seat allotment process is conducted in multiple phases. Here’s a breakdown:
| Round | Steps | Phase of Allotment |
| First Round | Candidates enter options and details.Allotment begins with Special Category seats (Physically Disabled, NCC, Sports).Special Category seats allocated by merit and preference.General Merit category candidates considered in General Merit quota.Reserved category candidates first considered in General Merit, then their respective categories.Kannada Medium and Rural Category candidates allocated seats (Only for Karnataka).7. Hyderabad-Karnataka reservation considered.<br>8. Special Category candidates (Defense, Ex-defense, CAPF, Ex-CAPF) allotted by merit and availability. | 1. Seats allocated in order: Disability, NCC, Sports.2. Multiple iterations in 1st Phase based on availability.3. Allotment stops when all seats are allotted or last rank is reached. |
| Second Round | Seats unfilled in 1st Phase converted and offered to reserved categories.Reserved category candidates considered; GM candidates not considered.3. Consequential vacancies in the same category; GM vacancies considered in 3rd Phase. | 1. Seats allocated in order: Disability, NCC, Sports.2. Unfilled seats from 1st Phase also considered.3. Multiple iterations; allotment stops as in 1st Phase. |
| Third Round | Unfilled seats in reserved General categories converted to General Merit.Unfilled special category seats also considered.Consequential Rural and Kannada medium reserved category seats treated specially.4. Order of seat allotment remains the same. | 1. Seats allocated in order: Disability, NCC, Sports.2. Seats converted to General Merit offered to eligible candidates.3. Multiple iterations; allotment stops as in 1st and 2nd Phases.4. Consequential reserved category vacancies considered in same category. |
Step 5: Confirmation of Seat
If you are allotted a seat, the next step is to confirm it. Download your seat allotment letter and report to the allotted college within the specified timeframe. Complete the necessary admission formalities, pay the required fees, and submit the necessary documents for verification. This step ensures your seat is secured.
Step 6: Sliding and Upgradation
After the initial seat allotment, you may have the opportunity to participate in the sliding or upgradation process. This allows you to upgrade your allotted seat based on the availability of seats in subsequent rounds of counseling. The rules and guidelines specified by the counseling authority will govern this process, so be sure to stay informed.
Step 7: Reporting to Allotted College
Finally, once you have successfully confirmed your seat, report to the allotted college on the specified date and time. Complete any remaining admission procedures as per the college’s guidelines. This may include further document verification, fee payment, and other formalities.
Counselling Registration Fees – State Quota
| Category | Registration Fee (INR) | Payment Method |
| Karnataka SC/ST/Cat-1/PWD/GM/2A/2B/3A/3B | Rs. 500/- | Credit Card, Debit Card (issued by banks in India), Internet Banking, Bank Challan |
| Non-Karnataka Candidates | Rs. 2,500/- | |
| NRI Ward/NRI/OCI/PIO/Foreign Nationals | Rs. 5,500/- |
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.
Private BHMS College in Karnataka
| Name of Colleges | Aided | Establishment Year | Seat | Fees |
| A.G.M. Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital | Private | 2016 | 60 | Rs. 2.00,000/- |
| A.M. Shaikh Homoeopathic Medical College, Belgaum | Private | 1967 | 100 | Rs. 2.00,000/- |
| Alvas Homoeopathic Medical College, Moodbidri | Private | 1996 | 100 | Will Be Notified Soon |
| Anuradha Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Srigandrakaval | Private | 2016-17 | 60 | Will Be Notified Soon |
| Bhagwan Buddha Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Mallathalli | Private | 1996 | 100 | Rs. 1,00,000/- |
| Bhartesh Homoeopathic Medical College, Belgaum | Private | 1982 | 100 | Rs. 2,45,000.00 |
| BVVS Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Bagalkot | Private | 2017 | 60 | Rs. 2.00,000/- |
| Dr. B.D. Jatti Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Dharwad | Private | 1992 | 100 | Rs. 2,00,000/- |
| Dr. Maalakaraddy Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Kalaburagi | Private | 1980 | 100 | Rs. 2,72,000/- |
| Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Mangalore | Private | 1985 | 100 | Rs. 2,00,000/- |
| S.B. Shirkoli Homoeopathic Medical College, Belgaum | Private | 1993 | 50 | Rs. 2,00,000/- |
| Shiv Basav Jyoti Homoeopathic Medical College, Belgaum | Private | 1982 | 50 | Rs. 1,25,000/- |
| Shetty Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Kalburagi | Private | 2000 | 100 | Rs. 2,72,000/- |
| Sri Sathya Sai College of Homoeopathic Medical Sciences, Dharwad | Private | 1992 | 50 | Rs. 1,50,000/- |
| Veerabhadreswar Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Bidar | Private | 1992 | 60 | Will Be Notified Soon |
| Rosy Royal Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Nelamangala | Private | 1998 | 60 | Will Be Notified Soon |
| Yenopoya Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Mangalore | Private | 1999 | 100 | Rs. 3,00,000/- |
| Al-Amann Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Bijapur | Private | 1992 | 50 | Rs. 1,75,500/- |
| LEA Homoeopathic Medical College, Dharwad | Private | 1965 | 50 | Rs.1,75,000/- |
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Frequently Asked Question
Q: How many private BHMS colleges are there in Karnataka?
A: There are 18 private BHMS colleges in Karnataka.
Q: What are the eligibility criteria to get admission in a private BHMS college in Karnataka?
A: You must have passed the 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as mandatory subjects. You should also qualify in the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Q: What is the admission process for private BHMS colleges in Karnataka?
A: The admission process typically involves submitting an application form, appearing for an NEET entrance exam and participating in counseling conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA).
Q: What is the duration of the BHMS course in private colleges in Karnataka?
A: The BHMS course is a 5.5-year program, including a one-year internship.
Q: What is the curriculum for the BHMS course in private colleges in Karnataka?
A: The curriculum is prescribed by the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) and covers subjects like anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, materia medica, and clinical medicine.
Q: What are the career prospects after completing a BHMS course from a private college in Karnataka?
A: Graduates can work as homeopathic doctors in hospitals, clinics, or set up their own practice. They can also pursue further studies in specialized fields of homeopathy.
Q: I am from another state. Can I apply to a private BHMS college in Karnataka?
A: Yes, you can apply to any private BHMS college in Karnataka as long as you meet the eligibility criteria.
Q: Do private BHMS colleges in Karnataka offer hostel facilities?
A: Many private BHMS colleges offer hostel facilities, but not all. Check with the college you are interested in to see if they offer hostel facilities.