Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
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About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Government Ayurveda College, Kannur is a government-run AYUSH institution affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), offering BAMS over 4.5 years plus a mandatory 1-year internship. Admission is through NEET-UG 2026 scores and Kerala CEE AYUSH counselling. The college has 75 BAMS seats with annual tuition fees of INR 13,230, making it one of the most affordable Ayurveda colleges in North Kerala for state-quota candidates.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. CEE Kerala Counselling Registration opens 09 August 2026.
Govt Ayurveda Kannur BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 13,230 |
| Annual Registration and Certificate Fee | INR 1,600 |
| Admission Fee (one-time) | INR 105 |
| Caution Deposit (refundable, one-time) | INR 200 |
| Hostel Fee (optional) | As notified by the college |
| Total Fees (4.5 academic years) | INR 67,040 |
- Total is computed at INR 14,830 per year for 4.5 years plus one-time charges of INR 305.
- Hostel charges are separate and determined by the college administration each session.
Govt Ayurveda Kannur BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Start | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration End | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card Release | Jun 14, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | Jul 16, 2026 |
| CEE Kerala Counselling Registration Opening | Aug 9, 2026 |
| CEE Kerala Round 1 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| CEE Kerala Round 2 Seat Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| CEE Kerala Mop-Up Round | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- 85% state quota seats are filled through CEE Kerala counselling at cee.kerala.gov.in.
- 15% All India Quota BAMS seats are filled by AACCC through its own separate counselling.
- A valid KEAM application is mandatory to participate in CEE Kerala AYUSH counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General category candidates and 40% for SC/ST/OBC
- Valid NEET-UG 2026 score is mandatory for both state quota and All India Quota seats
- Kerala domicile certificate required for state quota seats under CEE Kerala AYUSH counselling
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026 with no upper age limit as per current CCIM norms
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 conducted by NTA to obtain a valid All India Rank
- Submit or verify the KEAM application on the CEE Kerala portal, which is mandatory to appear in AYUSH counselling
- Register for Kerala AYUSH NEET counselling at cee.kerala.gov.in and fill choices for preferred BAMS colleges
- Lock choices within the CEE-specified deadline and await Round 1 allotment
- Confirm provisional seat by paying the acceptance fee within the stipulated timeline
- Report to Government Ayurveda College Kannur with all original documents for physical verification
- Pay remaining fees and complete institutional admission formalities to complete the process
✓ Opt for this if
- Very low annual fees of INR 13,230 are a core requirement
- Kerala domicile and a state quota seat is available through CEE
- Interest in traditional Ayurvedic practice with authentic clinical exposure
- Planning to practise AYUSH medicine in Kerala or South India
✗ Skip if
- No Kerala domicile and All India Quota BAMS seats are very limited
- A metro-based location with high patient diversity is required
- Integrated modern medicine exposure alongside AYUSH training is a priority
Govt Ayurveda Kannur BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/ST Kerala domicile students in government AYUSH colleges |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based, family income below INR 4.5 Lakh per year |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) | INR 10,000 per year | OBC Kerala domicile students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakh |
- Kerala SC/ST scholarship applications are filed through the Social Justice Department portal each session.
- NSP Central Sector Scholarship applications open at scholarships.gov.in from July onward.
Govt Ayurveda Kannur BAMS FAQs
Ques. What is the annual BAMS fee at Government Ayurveda College Kannur?
Ans. The annual tuition fee at Government Ayurveda College Kannur is INR 13,230, with an additional annual registration and certificate fee of INR 1,600. The total for the 4.5-year academic programme comes to INR 67,040 including one-time charges. This makes it among the most affordable government BAMS colleges in Kerala for state-quota students.
Ques. How does BAMS admission work at Government Ayurveda College Kannur?
Ans. Admission is through NEET-UG 2026 score and Kerala CEE AYUSH counselling at cee.kerala.gov.in for the 85% state quota seats. The 15% All India Quota seats are filled by AACCC through separate counselling. Candidates must have a valid KEAM application submitted on the CEE Kerala portal to participate in state quota AYUSH counselling.
Ques. How many BAMS seats does Government Ayurveda College Kannur have?
Ans. Government Ayurveda College, Kannur has 75 BAMS seats per year. Of these, 85% are filled through Kerala state quota counselling by CEE Kerala, and the remaining 15% are allotted under the All India Quota by AACCC to candidates from any state who have qualified NEET-UG.
Ques. What is the BAMS course duration at Government Ayurveda College Kannur?
Ans. The BAMS programme is 4.5 years of academic study divided into three phases, followed by a compulsory 1-year rotatory internship, making the total duration 5.5 years. After completing the internship, graduates must register with the Kerala Ayurvedic Medical Council before they can begin independent Ayurvedic practice.
Ques. Is Government Ayurveda College Kannur recognised by the Central Council of Indian Medicine?
Ans. Yes, Government Ayurveda College, Kannur is approved by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) and affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). KUHS is the statutory body that regulates all health science programmes in Kerala, setting the curriculum, conducting examinations, and awarding the BAMS degree.