BAMS-Bachelor of Ayurveda Medical and Surgery
Bachelor of Ayurveda Medical & Surgery is a five-year undergraduate program. It offers an integrated course. It covers a broad range of subjects of traditional Ayurveda and modern medical systems. This course also includes the one-year mandatory internship.
It covers subjects such as physiology, modern anatomy, pharmacology, medicine, ENT, forensic medicine, rules and principles of surgery, standards of the solution, legal drug, herbal science, with different subjects of Ayurveda.Ayurveda is obtaining a lot of popularity not only in India but in the Western World because of natural healing properties with minimum side-effects as these medicines are prepared from natural herbs, vegetables, and plants.
Course Highlights:
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Full Form
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Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery
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Course Level
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Undergraduate
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Duration
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5 years 6 months
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Examination Type
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Yearly
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Eligibility
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Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology
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Admission Process
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NEET, followed by centralized counselling based on the performance
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Average Fees
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INR 10,000- 50,000
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Job Positions
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Lecturer, Teacher, Sales Representative, Pharmacist, Therapist, Scientist, Ayurvedic Doctor, Panchakarma Practitioner etc.
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Top Recruiting Areas
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Health Care. Dabur, Baidyanath and Himalaya firms, University of Madras, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Ayurveda, etc.
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Average Salary
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INR 20,000- 80,000 in government sector and INR 20,000-50,000 in private sector
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Skill Set for BAMS:
BAMS is most befitting for students. They have an eager interest in the Medicine industry.
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Interest in medicinal property of herbs
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Empathy
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Patience
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Observation
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Concentration
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Counselling ability
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Decision-making ability
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Minimum Educational Qualification Required: 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
- Minimum Marks Required: 50% to 60%
- Age Limit: The age limit is 20 years for general category and 24 years for reserved category.
Admission Process:
- BAMS admissions in India are done on the basis of entrance exams.
- Candidates have to apply for the entrance.
- The conducting authority of the examinations prepares a merit list basis which counselling process is conducted.
- The counselling process allocated seats for BAMS courses at different colleges.
BAMS Entrance Exam:
- NEET-UG (National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Undergraduate Programme)
Specializations:
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PadarthaVigyan
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SharirRachana
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SharirKriya
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Swasthavritta
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Rasa Shastra
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AgadTantra
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Rog&VikritiVigyan
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CharakSamhita
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Prasuti and StriRoga
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KaumaraBhritya
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BAMS Colleges:
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Institute Name
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Location
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Average Annual Fees (in INR)
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Institute of Medical Sciences
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Varanasi
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INR 2,50,000
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National Institute of Ayurveda
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Jaipur
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INR 1,15,000
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Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
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Nashik
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-
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Banaras Hindu University
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Varanasi
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INR 51,845
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Gujarat Ayurveda University
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Jamnagar
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-
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BharatiVidyapeeth Deemed University
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Pune
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INR 14,25,000
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Kerala University of Health Sciences
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Thrissur
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INR 2,75,000
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NTR University of Health Science
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Vijayawada
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INR 1,08,000
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Baba Farid University of Health Science
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Faridkot
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INR 1,48,000
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Madhav University
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Sirohi
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INR 1,40,000
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Syllabus:
BAMS consists of syllabus covering classroom training, practical training, workshops, conferences, etc., and a year-long internship in the fifth year.
- Ayurvedic Philosophy
- History of Ayurveda
- Toxicology
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- General Surgery and para surgical techniques
- Panchkarma, and others.
BAMS Jobs:
Graduates are hired in capacities such as Medical Representative, Ayurvedic Doctor, Sales Representative, Area Sales Executive/Manager, Assistant Claims Manager, Pharmacist, Jr. Clinical Trial Coordinator, etc.
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Job Profile
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Description
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Average Salary
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Ayurvedic Physician
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They treat patients by suggesting proper body movements, massages, ayurvedic medicine, etc.
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INR 3.58 LPA
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Ayurvedic Doctor
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They employ natural remedies to help patients lead a calm life, overcome polluting influences, diminish stress, and battle illnesses.
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INR 13.70 LPA
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Medical Officer
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They serve in hospitals, clinics, NGOs, health setups. They advise people about the different health issues, and provide medical support.
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INR 4.98 LPA
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Sales Representative
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They are from Ayurveda background and handle the sales part of that particular product which could be ointment, healing powder, pills or service.
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INR 2.46 LPA
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Lecturer
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They teach in colleges and universities.
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INR 2.97 LPA
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Pharmacist
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They usually check the physician’s prescriptions. They can work in hospitals, nursing homes, or on their own.
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INR 2.26 LPA
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Scientist
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They will work on the latest discoveries and innovations.
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INR 6.45 LPA
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Ayurvedic Researcher
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An Ayurvedic Researcher will work on the R&D part of ayurvedic medicine and different components involved in this field.
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INR 3.20 LPA
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Career Options and Job Prospects:
There are too many career options to choose from. As Ayurveda Specialists, Ayurveda drug specialists may even start their private practice. BAMS graduates are hired in the following capacities:
- Medical Representative
- Category Manager
- Ayurveda Pharmacist
- Sales Manager
- Sales Representative
- Product Manager
- Ayurvedic Doctor
Scope:
Students can combine therapies such as Panchakarma, Yoga, Ayurvedic dietetics, Counseling, Physiotherapy, among others.
Students have the opportunities to go for a master's course in a field such as clinical research, public health, or relevant graduate diplomas.
Common options are:
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MSc Clinical Research
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MSc Biotechnology
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Master of Public Health (MPH)
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MSc Hospital Administration
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MSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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MBA Healthcare Management
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