West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling is a crucial process for aspiring candidates seeking admission to postgraduate courses in Ayurveda, and Homeopathy in West Bengal. The counseling is conducted by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) based on the merit list derived from the NEET PG entrance exam.
During the counseling process, candidates are required to register online on the official website provided by WBUHS. They need to provide their personal and academic details and submit their preferences for colleges and courses. The counseling rounds include seat allotment, document verification, and payment of admission fees.
It is essential for candidates to stay updated with the official notifications and announcements regarding the counseling schedule, document requirements, and other relevant details. Adhering to the guidelines and deadlines is crucial to secure a seat in their preferred course and college. The counseling fee, subject to change as per government regulations, needs to be paid by the candidates during the registration process.
Highlights
Features | Specifications |
Name of the counselling | West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling |
Name of Entrance Examination | AIAPGET (All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test) |
Entrance Examination Conducted by | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling Conducting Authority | West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) |
AIAPGET Exam Date | – |
AIAPGET Result | – |
AACCC Ayush PG Counselling Starting Date | – |
Website | https://wbmcc.nic.in/ |
West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling Dates (State Quota)
Events | Dates |
Online Registration form for admission in MD courses for 1st Round | 02 Feb 2023 |
Last date for submission of online Admission Application Form through University Website i.e. www.graupunjab.org | 06 Feb 2023 till 11:59 PM |
Last date for depositing fee of Rs. 2000/- through payment gateway using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking on successful filling of online admission application form at university website for State Quota Candidates and All India quota Candidates. | 06 Feb 2023 till 11:59 PM |
Last date for Online filling/submission of counselling form and preferences of colleges and course by the eligible candidates for 1st round of counselling. | 06 Feb 2023 till 11:59 PM |
Display of result of 1st round of online counseling | 09 Feb 2023 |
Date of joining the allotted college/course and deposition of fee in shape of Demand Draft in favour of Registrar Guru Ravidas Ayurved University Hoshiarpur | 10 Feb 2023 to 14 Feb 2023 till 11:59 PM |
PG Ayush Counselling Dates AIQ – (AACCC)
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1 St Round | ||||
Registration & Payment | Choice Filling/Locking | Processing ofSeatAllotment | Publicationof Result | Reporting atallottedInstitute |
5th January, 2023 to 15th January, 2023 till 03:00 PM as per Server Time. Payment facility will be available till 06:00 PM of 15th January 2023 as per Server Time | from 6th January 2023 to 15th January 2023 till 11:55 PM as perServer Time. Choice Locking from 3:00 PM to 11:55 PM on 15 th January 2023 as per Server Time | 16th Januaryto 17thJanuary 2023 | 18th January2023 | 19th January2023 to 25th January 2023 |
11 days | 10 days | 2 days | 1 day | 7 days |
2nd Round | ||||
2nd February 2023 to 6th February 2023 till 03:00 PM as per Server Time. Payment facility will be available till 06:00 PM of 6th February 2023 as per Server Time. | 3rd February 2023 to 6th February 2023 till 11:55 PM as per Server Time. Choice Locking from 3:00 PM to 11:55 PM on 6th February2023, as per Server Time | 7th February2023 to 8th February2023 | 9th February2023 | 10th Februaryto 17thFebruary2023 |
5 days | 4 days | 2 days | 1 day | 8 days |
3rd Round | ||||
23rd February 2023 to 27 thFebruary 2023 till 03:00 PM as per Server Time.Payment facility will be available till 06:00 PM of27th February 2023 as perServer Time | 24th February 2023 to 27Th February 2023 till 11:55 PM as per Server Time.Choice Locking from 3:00 PMto 11:55 PM on 27th February2023 as per Server Time | 28th February,to 1st March2023 | 2nd March 2023 | 3rd March 2023 to 10th March 2023 |
5 days | 4 days | 2 days | 1 day | 8 days |
STRAY VACANCY ROUND (for Govt./Govt. Aided/CU/NI) | ||||
Publication of Vacant seat | Choice Filling/Locking(Submission of willingnesson the AACCC website) | Processing ofSeatAllotment | Publicationof Result | Reporting at allotted Institute |
After 03:00 PM of 13th March 2023 | 14th March to 15th March 2023 Choice Locking from 3:00 PM to 11:55 PM on 15th March2023 as per Server Time | 16th March to17th March2023 | 18th March2023 | 18th March2023 to 23rd March 2023 |
1 day | 2 days | 2 days | 1 day | 6 days |
Post Graduate Courses Offered
Ayurveda Specialization
MD specialization | MS Specialization |
MD Agad Tantra | MS Prasutitantra and Stree Rog |
MD Bala Roga | MS Shalakya Tantra |
MD Dravya Guna | MS Shalya Tantra |
MD Kayachikitsa | – |
MD Maulika Siddhanta | – |
MD Panchakarma | – |
MD Roga & Vikriti Vijnana | – |
MD Rasa Shastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana Iatro-Chemistry | – |
MD Sharira Rachana | – |
MD Sharira Kriya | – |
MD Swasthya Vritta | – |
MD Rasayana & Vajikarana | – |
Homeopathy Specilizations
Homeopathy Specilizations |
MD Organon of Medicine with Homeopathic Philosophy |
MD Homoeopathic Materia Medica |
MD Repertory |
MD Practice of Medicine |
MD Homoeopathic Pharmacy |
MD Pediatrics |
MD Psychiatry |
Unani Specilizations
MD specialization | MS Specialization |
MD Kulliyat-Umoor-e-Tabiya (Basic Principles of Unani Medicines) | MS Amraze-e-Uzn, Anaf-wa-Halaq (Unani Diseases of the eye, ear, nose, and throat) |
MD Ilmul Advia (Unani Pharmacology) | MS Ilmul Jarahat (Unani Surgery) |
MD Ilmus Saidla (Unani Pharmacy) | MS Ilmul Qabalat-wa-Amraz-e-Niswan (Unani Obstetrics and Gynaecology) |
MD Tahaffuzi-wa-Samaji-Tib (Unani Preventive and Social Medicine) | MS Tashreeh-ul-Badan (Unani Anatomy) |
MD Ilmul Atfal (Unani Paediatrics) | — |
MD Moalajat (Unani General Medicine) | — |
MD Ilmul Amraz (Unani Pathology) | — |
MD Ilaj Bit Tadbeer (Unani Regimental Therapy) | — |
MD Amraz-e-Jild-o-Zohrawaiya (Unani Dermatology and Venereal Diseases) | — |
MD Munefe-ul-Aza (Unani Physiology) | — |
Siddha Specializations
Siddha Specializations |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Pothu Maruthuvam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Gunapadam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Pura Maruthuvam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Kuzhanthai Maruthuvam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Noi Naadal |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Nanju Maruthuvam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Siddha Maruthuva Adipaadai Ariviyal |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Varma Maruthuvam |
Siddha Aruvai Maruthuva Peraring – Aruvai Maruthuvam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Sool and Magalir Maruthuvam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Thol Maruthuvam |
Siddha Maruthuva Peraring – Siddhar Yoga Maruthuvam |
Yoga & Naturopathy
Yoga & Naturopathy Specializations |
MD in Yoga Therapy |
MD in Naturopathy |
West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria | Specifics |
Nationality | Indian citizen |
Domicile | Must have a domicile of West Bengal state or completed Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in West Bengal |
Age Limit | There is no specific age limit mentioned for the counselling |
Educational Qualification | Completed Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, or Homeopathy from a recognized university or institution |
Minimum Aggregate Marks | Minimum qualifying marks in the Bachelor’s degree may be specified by the conducting authority |
Entrance Exam | Candidates may be required to qualify in the relevant entrance exam conducted by the state or a national level authority |
Counselling Registration | Candidates must register for the counselling process within the specified timeframe and follow the application guidelines provided by the conducting authority |
Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates must provide original documents for verification, including educational certificates, identity proof, domicile proof, etc. |
Reservation Criteria | Applicable reservation policies as per the state government norms will be considered during the counselling process |
AIAPGET Cut-Off
Category | AIAPGET qualifying Cutoff 2022 Percentiles |
General | 50 |
SC/ST/OBC | 40 |
UR-PH | 45 |
SC/ST/OBC-PH | 40 |
West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling Process For State Quota
Online Registration
Round 1 counseling:
- West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling involves eligible and AIAPGET qualified candidates going through an online registration and application process. They must pay fees, generate an acknowledgment slip, and undergo physical document verification. Candidates then have the opportunity to choose and lock their preferred colleges and courses. Seat allotment is done based on merit, followed by another round of document verification. Finally, candidates can complete admission at the allotted college during the first round of counseling. It is important to refer to the official information brochure for detailed instructions.
- It is hereby further mentioned that the choices are placed and saved, the choices shall have to be locked by the candidates as only the locked choices for that particular round shall be processed for seat allotment as per Inter-se-merit of the candidates.
- After generation of acknowledgment slip candidates can view the name of their colleges along with the date and time slot for Physical document verification. They need to attend physically at designated date and time slot and designated College with original credentials and one set self attested photocopy of documents for document verification.
- After successful verification, the candidate shall be handed over server generated verified certificate initially provisional list will be published in the counseling website with an email Id for grievance redressal and then final list will be published. Only the candidate names which have been included in the final list shall be able to fill up choice/s for such round
- Now after the inclusion in the Final Verified list, if the candidate gets allotment in a particular AYUSH College/Hospital, there shall be another round of Physical Document Verification of the allotted candidate in that allotted College/Hospital. During such if the admitting authority does not find adequate document if favor of Caste and Or PWD Status, the following situation/s might arise:
- Candidate gets un-reserved seat if otherwise eligible as per cut off, then he or she will get admitted in that round as well and shall also be eligible for participation in Round 2 as un-reserved candidate.
- Candidate gets reserved/PWD seat but could not produce required document in favor of that during such second phase of verification at the allotted college level, so the verifying authority will convert the category to un-reserved/Non-PWD as the case may be, and the allotted seat will be canceled for that round and candidate shall be made eligible as per the changed category status in the subsequent round/s as unreserved/ Non-PWD candidate provided He or She still remains eligible for counselling with changed candidature Status.
- Once successfully verified such candidate has to get admitted in the college and college authority shall hand over the system generated admission letter to the admitted candidate.
- During the admission process of round, the allotted candidate shall be asked to provide willingness for participation in subsequent round at the allotted college. If the willingness is affirmative, then only candidate remains eligible to participate in round 2.
- The candidate who has Not been allotted or Not reported for admission in round 1 or Not provided choice in round 1 are also allowed to participate in round 2.
- Along with this, there shall be provision for Fresh Registration Application Fee Payment Acknowledgment slip generation Physical document verification at College level as designated by NIC software Choice filling (after successful verification) Choice locking during Round 2 for the WB PG Ayush Counseling, who have not done so due to any cause during the sound I counseling
- The candidates who have not qualified in ALAPGET as per the cut off marks are not allowed in counseling process. If cut off is subsequently reduced then only such candidates shall be allowed for counseling as per revised cut off provided by NTA/Govt of India
- The eligible and qualded candidates who fail to get Acknowledgment slip or fail to get Physical document verification for round 2 or subsequent rounds as e case may be (even if they have paid counseling fee successfully) are not allowed to participate in round 1 counseling or subsequent rounds
Round 2 counseling
- Already verified candidate in Round 1 who have filled up choice in round 1 and were allotted and admitted in Round 1 and provided willingness for participation In Round 2 are allowed to participate in round 2.
- Already verified candidate in Round 1 who filled up choice in Round 1 but were not allotted in Round 1 due to inter se merit position are allowed to participate in Round 2.
- Candidate who was AIAPGET qualified and successfully verified in Round 1 but falled to provide choice during Round 1 are allowed to participate in Round 2.
- The candidates who were allotted in Round 1 but were not reported in the allotted institute for admission, they are allowed free exit that is they are allowed to participate in the round 2 counseling without penalty that is, they are not required to Register/Online Application/Pay fee again during round 2 counseling. They can straight away go for fresh choice filling during round 2 counseling.
- The opportunity for Fresh Registration, Application, Fee payment, Acknowledgement slip generation, Physical document verification for eligible and qualified AIAPGET candidates who have not done it during round 1 counseling due to any cause, shall be again allowed during round 2 counseling.
- The candidates, whose allotted seats were canceled in round 1 due to inadequate documentation but still remained eligible for subsequent round with changed candidature, are directly allowed to fill choice in subsequent round.
- Non verified candidate till Round 2 or, candidate who has not filled up choice in Round 2 is not allowed in Round 2 counseling Candidate who have got admission in Round 1 and not provided willingness to participate in Round 2 during the admission process at the allotted institute, are not allowed in Round 2 counseling.
- The candidates who have surrendered seats after admission in Round 1 or Round 2 are not allowed to participate in any further rounds of counseling. They are out of the counseling process.
- Candidates who have admitted/joined the allotted seat in Round 2 are allowed for up gradation to Mop up round, if they provide willingness for participation in the Mop Up round, during the admission process of Round 2
- Surrendering of seat is also allowed in this round also without any bond penalty with In a stipulated time period which shall be mentioned in the schedule or another notice later on in the WB counseling website.
Mop up round counseling (online)
- In the Mop-Up counseling for West Bengal PG Ayush, there is a fresh opportunity for registration and application. Candidates can pay the fees, generate the acknowledgment slip, and undergo physical document verification at the designated college. After successful verification, they can fill in their choices and lock them. This option is available for those who were unable to do so in the previous counseling rounds due to any reason.
- The successfully verified candidates, who remain not allotted till round 2, are allowed to participate in Mop Up straight away by fresh choice filing, they do not need to pay the counseling fee again.
- Already successfully verified candidate in Round 1 or Round 2 who falled to provide cholce during the round/s are allowed to participate in Mop Up, they do not need to pay the counseling fee again.
- The candidates, whose allotted seats were canceled in round 2 due to inadequate documentation but still remained eligible for subsequent round with changed candidature, are allowed in Mop Up counseling for fresh choice filling.
- The successfully verified candidates who remain not reported during round 2 counseling are allowed to participate in mop up counseling but with penalty that is they have to do Fresh Fee Payment Choice filling-Choice locking
- However, during the Physical document verification process if they fail to get verified themselves no initialization will be done from this round onwards that is they are out of the counseling process.
- Registered candidate who have not filled up choice in Mop Up are not allowed in Mop Up counseling
- The candidates who remain admitted after round 2 counseling, or did not provide willingness for participation in Mop up round, are not allowed any further for participation in mop up counseling or further counseling
Physical Stray Vacancy Round counseling
- No Fresh Registration or Fee payment is allowed in stray vacancy round. Only the candidates, who are already successfully verified and not allotted /not reported till mop up round, are allowed for such stray vacancy round by physical reporting with original documents and fees for college admission, details for such shall be notified later on.
- Fresh Registration may again be allowed in stray vacancy round only if the total previous non allotted and registered candidate list is less than 10 times the pooled vacancy for college round.
- Only the candidates (not less than 10 times of the pooled vacancy) who are already verified in the previous round/s, Not-reported/ Non allotted till Mop-up round shall be allowed for this round. Allotment cum admission at the college with vacancy shall be possible as per merit by physical reporting of the candidate in this round.
- The candidates, who failed to verify themselves successfully during physical document verification in Mop Up round due to failure in submission of essential documents (domicile; caste status, PWD certificate, age criteria), are out of the counseling process and they are not allowed to participate any further in counseling.
PG Counselling Process For All India Quota
Round- 1
Eligibility
Only AIAPGET qualified candidates will be eligible to apply for the AACCC PG counseling.
Counselling Process
- Step 1: Registration for AACCC-PG Counseling.
- Step 2: Payment of Counselling Fee (Non-Refundable Registration Fee + Security Deposit Money)
- Step 3: Choice filling and locking
- Step 4: Release of Seat allotment list (Result Publication)
- Step 5: Reporting to the allotted college.
- Step 6: Submission of willingness for up-gradation of the seat in the 2nd Round
Round – 2
Eligibility
- a) AIAPGET-2022 qualified candidates who have not registered in Round 1
- b) Candidates registered for the 1st Round and were not allotted seats.
- c) Candidates who have opted for free exit in the 1st Round.
- d) Candidates joined the allotted seat in the 1st Round and submitted willingness for up-gradation in the 2nd Round.
Counselling Process
- Step 1: Registration for AACCC- PG Counseling. (The candidates who participated in 1st Round need not be registered again).
- Step 2: Payment of Counselling Fee includes Non-Refundable Registration Fee + Security Money (Need not pay by the candidates, those who already paid the counseling fee at the time of registration for 1st Round)
- Step 3: Choice filling and locking
- Step 4: Release of Seat allotment list (Result Publication)
- Step 5: Reporting to the allotted college.
- Step 6: Submission of willingness for up-gradation of the seat in the 3rd /Mop-up Round
Mop Up Round
Eligibility
- a) AIAPGET-2022 qualified candidates who have not registered in Round 1 & Round 2.
- b) Candidates who have already registered but were not allotted seats in the 1 st Round & 2 nd Round. (No need to register again.)
- c) Candidates joined in the 1st Round allotted seat and submitted willingness for up-gradation, but did not participate in the 2 nd Round of counseling.
- d) Candidates joined the allotted seat in the 2nd Round and submitted willingness for up-gradation in the 3rd Round.
- e) Candidates who leave/resign the allotted seat in the 2nd Round, with forfeiture of Security money, three days before the commencement of the registration for 3 rd Round, can participate with payment of complete fees.
Counselling Process
- Step 1: Registration for AACCC-PG Counseling. (Those candidates who participated in 1st Round/2nd Round need not be registered again)
- Step 2: Payment of Counselling Fee includes Non-Refundable Registration Fee + 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)
- Step 3: Choice filling and locking
- Step 4: Release of Seat allotment list (Result Publication)
- Step 5: Reporting to the allotted college.
Stray Vacancy Round
The seats remain vacant (not joined/withdrawn) after the 3rd/Mop-up Round of AACCC-PG Counseling of Govt./Govt. Aided colleges/CU/NI will continue to be filled through the online Stray Vacancy Round conducted by the AACCC, M/o Ayush.
Eligibility for participation
All registered candidates who have not been admitted to any of the seats through AACCC-PG counseling or counseling conducted by State/UTs are eligible for the Stray Vacancy Round.
Counselling Process
- There is no Fresh Registration in Stray Vacancy Round.
- Candidates must submit a willingness in the AACCC-PG portal to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round with an undertaking that they are not holding any PG (ASU&H) seats allotted through AACCC-PG counseling or counseling conducted by State/UTs.
- Option for choice filling is available in the Stray Vacancy Round.
- No up-gradation is available from the 3 rd/ Mop-up Round to the Stray Vacancy Round
AACCC AYUSH Fee Structure
Registration Fee: A candidate must pay a non-refundable registration fee to AACCC in order to complete the application process for Ayush PG counseling. In addition, depending on the type of college they are applying for, they will be required to deposit a security fee. The registration and security fees for AIAPGET counseling are listed in the table below.
Registration Fee (Non-refundable)
Type of Institute | Category | Fee (in INR) |
AIQG/AIQGA/Central/National Institute | UR/OBC | Rs. 2,000 |
SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 1,000 | |
Deemed University/All India Quota Private | All | Rs. 5,000 |
Security Fee (Refundable)
Type of Institute | Category | Fee (in INR) |
AIQG/AIQGA/Central/National Institute | UR/OBC | Rs. 10,000 |
SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 10,000 | |
Deemed University/All India Quota Private | All | Rs. 50,000 |
LIST OF PARTICIPATING AYUSH PG INSTITUTES
List Of Participating Ayurveda Colleges
Institute Name | College Type | University |
Institute of Post-Graduate Ayurved Education and Research, Kolkata, West Bengal | Government | West Bengal University of Health Sciences Kolkata |
List Of Participating Homoepathy Colleges
Institute Name | College Type | University |
D.N.De Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal | Government | West Bengal University of Health Sciences Kolkata |
Mahesh Bhattacharya Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Howrah, West Bengal | Government | West Bengal University of Health Sciences Kolkata |
The Calcutta Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal | Government | West Bengal University of Health Sciences Kolkata |
National Institute of Homoeopathy, Salt Lake, Kolkata, West Bengal | Private | West Bengal University of Health Sciences Kolkata |
Document Required
- AIAPGET Admit card of candidate
- AIAPGET Rank card of candidate
- Any two of (EPIC/Aadhar/Passportjof candidate
- Age proof (Birth certificate/ class 10 admit card/class 10 certificate) of candidate
- Any two of (EPIC/Aadhar/Passport) of candidate/anyone of Parents Issued in the State of West Bengal.
- Relevant domicile certificate signed by appropriate authority (mentioned in website https://wbmcc.nic.in)
- BHMS/BAMS certificate (Except those who have completed
BHMS/BAMS in may be allowed to provide provisional certificate)
- Final BHMA/BAMS Mark Sheet
- Permanent Registration certificate issued Ayush/NCH/CCH/State Ayush council
- Caste certificate (issued by appropriateauthority in West Bengal) (as applicable)
- Non Creamy layer certificate For SC/ST/OBC/ OBC A/ OBC B candidates
- PwD certificate issued from IPGME&R Kolkata for PWD Candidates
- Internship completion certificate (cut off for AIAPGET counselingas per order of Ayush Counseling Committee Govt. of India)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling?
A:West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling is the process through which eligible candidates can secure admissions to postgraduate courses in the fields of Ayurveda, and Homeopathy in colleges across West Bengal.
Q:Who is eligible to participate in West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling?
A:Candidates who have completed their Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline and have qualified the AIAPGET (All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test) are eligible to participate in the counseling process.
Q:How are seats allotted during the counseling process?
A:Seat allotment is typically done based on the candidate’s AIAPGET rank and their choices of colleges and courses. The allocation is carried out using a software-based system.
Q:Can I participate in the Mop-Up counseling if I missed the previous rounds?
A:Yes, candidates who were unable to participate in the previous counseling rounds can usually avail a fresh opportunity during the Mop-Up counseling. They can register, fill choices, and lock them again.
Q:What should I do after seat allotment?
A:After seat allotment, candidates need to report to the allotted college within the specified timeframe. They must complete the admission process, including the submission of required documents and payment of fees.
Q:Is there any reservation policy in West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling?
A:Yes, as per the state government norms, reservation policies are applicable for various categories such as SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates. Candidates belonging to these categories may be eligible for specific reservation benefits.
Q:Can I participate in West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling without qualifying the AIAPGET?
A:No, qualifying the AIAPGET (All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test) is generally a mandatory requirement to be eligible for West Bengal PG Ayush Counselling. Candidates must achieve the minimum qualifying marks in the AIAPGET to be considered for the counseling process.
Q:Can I change my choices of colleges and courses after locking them?
A:Usually, after locking the choices during the counseling process, candidates cannot make any changes. It is important to carefully review and finalize your choices before confirming and locking them.