Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
The Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery at DIMS, Dehradun, is a 5.5-year programme covering 4.5 years of classroom study and a 1-year compulsory internship. Admission is based on NEET UG scores through Uttarakhand state AYUSH counselling. Total fees are INR 13,34,000 for 60 seats. Merit scholarships of up to 100% tuition waiver are available based on Class 12 performance, making this a cost-effective BAMS option in Uttarakhand.
📋 Admission Status: NEET UG 2026 result declared. Uttarakhand AYUSH counselling for BAMS expected to begin in August 2026 (Tentative).
DIMS BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4.5 years, 9 semesters) | INR 9,68,000 |
| Other Charges (registration, uniform, development, etc.) | INR 3,66,000 |
| Total Fees (5.5 years including internship) | INR 13,34,000 |
- Tuition total of INR 9,68,000 is the figure against which merit scholarships are applied.
- Internship-phase institutional fees, if any, are included in the INR 13,34,000 total above.
- Fee details are as per the DIMS Dehradun official fee structure for the 2026 admission cycle.
DIMS BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Examination | 4 May 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Result Declaration | June 2026 |
| Uttarakhand State AYUSH Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- State quota seats at DIMS Dehradun are filled through Uttarakhand state AYUSH counselling.
- Candidates must register on the Uttarakhand AYUSH portal during the counselling window.
- Management quota applicants may contact DIMS Dehradun admissions office directly for availability.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects with a minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC as per CCIM norms).
- Valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard is mandatory for BAMS admission as per Central Council of Indian Medicine regulations.
- Minimum age of 17 years as on 31 December of the admission year is required per CCIM guidelines.
- Candidates must qualify the NEET UG 2026 cutoff percentile set by NTA for general or reserved category.
Admission Process
- Appear for NEET UG 2026 conducted by NTA on 4 May 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Download the NEET UG 2026 scorecard after result declaration in June 2026.
- Register on the Uttarakhand state AYUSH counselling portal during the notified window and submit college choice preferences.
- Attend document verification and seat allotment round as per the Uttarakhand AYUSH schedule.
- Report to DIMS Dehradun within the deadline in the allotment letter to complete enrollment formalities.
- Pay the first instalment of fees within the deadline specified by the college to confirm the BAMS seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Interested in traditional Ayurvedic medicine with a smaller cohort learning environment.
- Eligible for merit scholarships with 75% or above marks in Class 12.
- Preferring BAMS through Uttarakhand state AYUSH counselling in the Dehradun region.
- Looking for BAMS with career options in Ayurvedic clinical practice and wellness.
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a BAMS college with a large attached Ayurvedic teaching hospital.
- Aiming for a government BAMS college with fees below INR 5 Lakhs total.
- Looking for BAMS in a major metro with stronger post-graduate specialisation options nearby.
DIMS BAMS Placement 2026
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Package (2025) | INR 4.5 LPA |
| Highest Package (2025) | INR 9 LPA |
| Top Sectors | Ayurvedic hospitals, wellness centres, pharmaceutical companies, private clinics |
- Placement figures are from the 2025 batch and pertain to DIMS Dehradun BAMS graduates.
DIMS BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Tuition Waiver | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| DIMS Merit Scholarship (Top Band) | 100% of tuition | 96% or above aggregate in Class 12 |
| DIMS Merit Scholarship (Second Band) | 50% of tuition | 90% or above aggregate in Class 12 |
| DIMS Merit Scholarship (Third Band) | 25% of tuition | 85% or above aggregate in Class 12 |
| DIMS Merit Scholarship (Fourth Band) | 15% of tuition | 75% or above aggregate in Class 12 |
| DIMS Female Scholar Award | Additional 10% of tuition | Female students who qualify for any of the above merit bands |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government) | As per government norms | SC/ST students from all states via the NSP portal |
- DIMS merit scholarships apply to tuition fees only and do not cover other charges.
- The female award is additional to the merit band and both are applied concurrently.
- Submit Class 12 marksheet and scholarship application to DIMS at the time of admission.
DIMS BAMS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BAMS at DIMS Dehradun?
Ans. The total programme fee for BAMS at DIMS Dehradun is INR 13,34,000 for 5.5 years including the compulsory 1-year internship. The tuition component is INR 9,68,000 and remaining charges of INR 3,66,000 cover registration, uniform, and development fees. Merit scholarships of up to 100% tuition waiver are available for students with 96% or above in Class 12.
Ques. Is NEET UG required for BAMS admission at DIMS Dehradun?
Ans. Yes, a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard is mandatory for BAMS admission at DIMS Dehradun. The Central Council of Indian Medicine requires NEET UG qualification for all BAMS programmes in India. State quota seats at DIMS are allotted through Uttarakhand state AYUSH counselling based on NEET merit, while management quota candidates may apply directly to the college after qualifying NEET UG.
Ques. What scholarship is available for top-scoring students in BAMS at DIMS Dehradun?
Ans. DIMS Dehradun offers merit-based tuition waivers: 100% waiver for 96% or above in Class 12, 50% waiver for 90% or above, 25% waiver for 85% or above, and 15% waiver for 75% or above. Female students who qualify for any of these bands receive an additional 10% waiver. These apply to the INR 9,68,000 tuition component.
Ques. What career options are available after BAMS from DIMS Dehradun?
Ans. BAMS graduates from DIMS Dehradun work as Ayurvedic practitioners in private clinics, Ayurvedic hospitals, wellness and Panchakarma centres, and pharmaceutical companies. Career options also include government Ayurvedic dispensary positions in Uttarakhand, postgraduate MD or MS study in Ayurveda, and roles in Ayurvedic product development. The average package for 2025 graduates was INR 4.5 LPA.
Ques. How many seats are available for BAMS at DIMS Dehradun?
Ans. DIMS Dehradun offers 60 seats for the BAMS programme. Seats are divided between state quota (filled through Uttarakhand AYUSH counselling based on NEET UG 2026 merit) and management quota (filled by the institution directly). Candidates seeking state quota seats must register for Uttarakhand AYUSH counselling during the notified window after NEET UG result declaration.
Ques. What is the duration of the BAMS programme at DIMS Dehradun?
Ans. The BAMS programme at DIMS Dehradun is 5.5 years in duration: 4.5 years of classroom and clinical study across 9 semesters, followed by a 1-year compulsory rotating internship. The curriculum follows the syllabus prescribed by the Central Council of Indian Medicine, covering foundational Ayurvedic sciences, clinical subjects, and practical training in Ayurvedic therapies and patient care.