Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
JSS Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Mysore offers a 5.5-year Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences, approved by NCISM and affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. The program admits 100 students per batch through Karnataka AYUSH Counselling based on NEET-UG scores. The total academic fee is INR 12.5 Lakhs at INR 2.5 Lakhs per year. The college is part of the JSS Group, recognized for healthcare and professional education across Karnataka.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 1 Seat Allotment begins August 2026 (Tentative).
JSS AMC BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Academic Fee (Per Year) | INR 2,50,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 12,50,000 |
- Internship year fees are payable separately as notified by the college.
- Education loans from nationalized banks are available for NCISM-approved BAMS programs.
- Fee refund policy follows RGUHS and Government of Karnataka norms.
JSS AMC BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Closed | 08 March 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam Held | 21 June 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Declared | 16 July 2026 |
| Karnataka AYUSH Counselling Registration Closed | 24 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Karnataka AYUSH counselling is conducted by KEA at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Out-of-state students must obtain an eligibility certificate from RGUHS before counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB subjects (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Qualified NEET-UG 2026 with minimum required percentile for AYUSH courses
- Minimum age 17 years by 31 December 2026
- Out-of-state candidates must secure RGUHS eligibility certificate before reporting
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG with the minimum percentile required for AYUSH courses under Karnataka quota
- Register for Karnataka AYUSH Counselling on the KEA portal within the notified window
- Upload NEET scorecard, 10+2 mark sheets, and category certificate for document verification
- Fill college preferences including JSS Ayurvedic Medical College during choice-filling
- Accept the seat allotment issued by KEA and complete fee payment within the deadline
- Report to JSS Ayurvedic Medical College, Mysore with original documents as per KEA instructions
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking NCISM-approved BAMS at a reputed JSS Group institution
- Karnataka resident looking for quality RGUHS-affiliated AYUSH program
- Planning Ayurvedic clinical practice or MD Ayurveda in Karnataka
- Prefer a group institution with established healthcare infrastructure
- Have a NEET score qualifying for Karnataka AYUSH state quota
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a government BAMS college with subsidized fees
- NEET score does not qualify for Karnataka private college AYUSH cutoff
- Planning Ayurvedic practice in northern or eastern India after graduation
- Need a college closer to home state outside Karnataka
- Looking for central university-affiliated BAMS programs
JSS AMC BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakh |
| Vidyasiri Scholarship (Karnataka) | Maintenance allowance and fee reimbursement | OBC-I, OBC-II, and minority students domiciled in Karnataka |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20% in class 12 board, family income below INR 8 Lakh per year |
- Karnataka state scholarships are managed through the ePass portal at karepass.cgg.gov.in.
- Central scholarships are disbursed via PFMS directly to the student bank account.
JSS AMC BAMS FAQs
Ques. What is the expected NEET cutoff for BAMS at JSS Ayurvedic Medical College Mysore?
Ans. JSS Ayurvedic Medical College Mysore is a reputed private AYUSH college under Karnataka AYUSH Counselling, and its cutoff is determined by the KEA seat allotment process based on NEET-UG scores. For general category candidates, the minimum NEET percentile for AYUSH courses is 50th percentile, and for SC/ST/OBC it is 40th percentile. The actual rank requirement at JSS AMC varies each year based on competition and seats available. Previous year rank data is published after each counselling cycle on the official KEA portal.
Ques. Are management or NRI quota seats available for BAMS at JSS AMC Mysore?
Ans. Yes, 15% of BAMS seats at private AYUSH colleges in Karnataka, including JSS Ayurvedic Medical College, are allotted under the management and NRI quota. These seats are filled through the college directly, outside the KEA centralized counselling process. Fee structures for management and NRI quota seats may differ from state quota seats. Candidates interested in these seats should contact JSS Ayurvedic Medical College Mysore directly at college@jssamch.org or 0821-2548360 for current details.
Ques. What clinical training facilities are available for BAMS students at JSS AMC?
Ans. JSS Ayurvedic Medical College has an attached teaching hospital, JSS Ayurvedic Medical College Hospital, which provides mandatory clinical training as required by NCISM guidelines. Students undergo structured clinical rotations across departments such as Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra, Streerog, Kaumarabhritya, and Panchakarma during the academic years. The 1-year internship following the 4.5-year academic program involves hands-on clinical work in the attached hospital, giving students direct patient management exposure under faculty supervision.
Ques. Can students from states other than Karnataka apply for BAMS at JSS AMC?
Ans. Yes, students from all states are eligible to apply for BAMS at JSS Ayurvedic Medical College, Mysore. However, 85% of seats are reserved under the Karnataka state quota through KEA counselling, which is prioritized for Karnataka residents. The remaining 15% management and NRI quota seats are open to candidates from all states. Out-of-state candidates allotted under state quota must obtain an eligibility certificate from RGUHS, Bangalore before reporting to the college.
Ques. What career options are available after completing BAMS from JSS AMC Mysore?
Ans. BAMS graduates from NCISM-approved colleges like JSS AMC can practice as registered Ayurvedic practitioners. Government job options include Medical Officer posts in Karnataka AYUSH departments and central government AYUSH hospitals. Higher education options include MD Ayurveda in specializations such as Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, Dravyaguna, or Rasashastra through AIAPGET. Private Ayurvedic clinics, wellness centers, pharmaceutical companies, and hospital chains also recruit BAMS graduates in clinical and product development roles.
Ques. Does JSS Ayurvedic Medical College Mysore offer MD Ayurveda after BAMS?
Ans. Yes, JSS Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Mysore offers MD Ayurveda programs in multiple specializations at the postgraduate level. Admission to MD Ayurveda is conducted through AIAPGET, the All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test. After completing BAMS at JSS AMC, students may apply for MD Ayurveda at the same institution or at any NCISM-approved college across India based on their AIAPGET rank and choice of specialization.