Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Accepted entrance exams
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Government Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Gwalior, established in 1916, is one of the oldest government AYUSH institutions in Madhya Pradesh offering BAMS, a 5.5-year programme combining 4.5 years of Ayurvedic study with 1 year of rotational clinical internship. Admission is NEET-UG based with 75 seats available. Annual tuition is INR 75,552, making this one of the most accessible government BAMS programmes in central India. The college is affiliated with MP Medical Science University, Jabalpur.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Govt Ayurvedic College Gwalior BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Annual) | INR 75,552 |
| Total Fees (5 Academic Years) | INR 3,77,760 |
- Annual tuition of INR 75,552 applies for each of the 5 professional academic years.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from the tuition fee and must be paid directly to the college.
- Students may explore the NSP portal for fee-waiver scholarships based on category and income criteria.
Govt Ayurvedic College Gwalior BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration | Feb 8 to Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card | Jun 14, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | Jul 16, 2026 |
| AACCC Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| MP AYUSH State Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- NEET-UG registration closed in March 2026 and results were declared in July 2026.
- AACCC fills 15% All India quota seats and MP AYUSH state counselling fills 85% state quota seats.
- MP domicile candidates must carry a valid domicile certificate at the time of document verification.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects along with English from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (45% for reserved categories and PwD candidates)
- Minimum age 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year
- Valid NEET-UG score is mandatory for all applicants regardless of category
- Madhya Pradesh domicile required for state quota seats
Admission Process
- Register for and qualify the NEET-UG examination conducted by NTA
- Register on aaccc.gov.in for AACCC UG Counselling for 15% All India quota seats
- Register on ayush.mponline.gov.in for MP AYUSH state counselling for 85% state quota seats
- Upload required documents including NEET scorecard, 10+2 marksheet, domicile certificate, and category certificate where applicable
- Fill and lock college and course preferences within the counselling window
- Accept seat allotment and report to the college with verified documents within the prescribed deadline
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking affordable government BAMS with low annual tuition in central India
- Planning to practice as a registered AYUSH physician in Madhya Pradesh
- Want clinical training at an established government Ayurvedic hospital with attached wards
- Interested in classical Ayurvedic curriculum under an NCISM-approved framework
✗ Skip if
- Expecting modern hospital infrastructure or super-speciality clinical exposure
- Seeking campus placements or corporate AYUSH sector career support
- Need a metro-city location with a strong alumni network and industry ties
- Looking for a private BAMS college with a dedicated placement and counselling cell
Govt Ayurvedic College Gwalior BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| PM-YASASVI Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | OBC/EBC/DNT students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | As per government schedule | SC/ST students enrolled in a recognised institution |
| Central Sector Scholarship of Excellence | INR 10,000 to 20,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12, family income below INR 8 Lakhs |
| MP State Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state schedule | MP domicile students from SC/ST/OBC categories registered on MP Scholarship Portal |
- Apply through scholarships.gov.in by the NSP deadline, typically November each year.
- MP domicile students can additionally apply at scholarshipportal.mp.gov.in.
Govt Ayurvedic College Gwalior BAMS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BAMS at Government Ayurvedic College Gwalior?
Ans. The annual tuition fee is INR 75,552. Over five professional academic years, the total tuition amounts to INR 3,77,760. Hostel and mess charges are separate and not included in this figure. Students from reserved categories may be eligible for fee concessions under state and central government scholarship schemes.
Ques. Is NEET-UG mandatory for BAMS admission at this college?
Ans. Yes, NEET-UG is the sole entrance examination accepted for BAMS admission at this college. After the NEET result is declared, candidates must register separately for AACCC counselling (for 15% All India quota seats) and for MP AYUSH state counselling on ayush.mponline.gov.in (for the remaining 85% state quota seats).
Ques. How many seats are available and what is the quota split between state and All India?
Ans. The college offers 75 BAMS seats in total. Of these, 11 seats fall under the All India quota and are filled through AACCC central counselling, while the remaining 64 seats are state quota seats filled through MP AYUSH state counselling reserved for Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates.
Ques. When will the AACCC counselling for BAMS 2026 begin?
Ans. NEET-UG 2026 results were declared on 16 July 2026. AACCC is expected to announce the central counselling schedule in August 2026. The MP AYUSH Department will also release its state counselling schedule on ayush.mp.gov.in. Candidates are advised to monitor both official portals regularly for confirmed dates and registration deadlines.
Ques. Does the college have an attached hospital for clinical training during BAMS?
Ans. Yes, the college has an attached Government Ayurvedic Hospital that provides clinical training across core Ayurvedic disciplines including Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra, Prasutitantra, and Shalakya Tantra. The mandatory one-year rotational internship is completed at this hospital, giving students direct patient management experience under qualified faculty and senior practitioners.
Ques. Can students from outside Madhya Pradesh apply for BAMS at this college?
Ans. Yes, candidates from all states across India can apply for the 15% All India quota seats through AACCC central counselling on aaccc.gov.in. However, the 85% state quota seats are reserved exclusively for Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates, who must register through the MP AYUSH state counselling portal on ayush.mponline.gov.in.