Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Fees
Fees at Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program include several components. The tuition fee for management quota students is approximately INR 1,00,000 per year, accumulating to INR 4,00,000 for the entire course. The admission fee is INR 45,000. Additional costs include a caution fee, lab fee, and library fee, amounting to INR 20,000.
College fees for some are INR 30,000 per year, with scholarship opportunities that can provide up to INR 25,000. For students with scholarships, the total course fee may reduce to INR 50,000. Some students may pay additional charges of INR 8,000 during their first year for library and other expenses.
Fee reimbursement options and specific scholarships, such as INR 5,000 for SC category students, are available.
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) affiliates all Ayurveda colleges in Telangana and conducts state-level AYUSH counselling for BAMS admission based on NEET UG scores. The programme is 5.5 years covering five years of Ayurvedic study and one year of compulsory internship. Total fees under state quota at KNRUHS affiliated Ayurveda colleges start at INR 49,420 for the complete course.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins 22 August 2026 (Tentative).
KNRUHS BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Fee (state quota, 5.5 years) | INR 49,420 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, varies by college) | As per affiliated college |
| Total Fees (State Quota) | INR 49,420 |
- Fee shown is the minimum state quota rate at KNRUHS affiliated Ayurveda colleges.
- Management quota fees at private KNRUHS affiliated Ayurveda colleges are significantly higher and vary by institution.
- Hostel and mess charges are levied separately by individual affiliated colleges.
- Counselling registration fee is INR 2,000 for OC and BC and INR 1,200 for SC and ST categories.
KNRUHS BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Closes | 08 March 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam (Re-exam) | 21 June 2026 |
| NEET UG Result | 20 July 2026 (Tentative) |
| KNRUHS AYUSH Counselling Registration | 22 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- NEET UG is mandatory for all AYUSH undergraduate admissions including BAMS through KNRUHS.
- State quota eligibility requires Telangana schooling from Class 6 to 12 or a valid Telangana domicile certificate.
- Out-of-state candidates may apply for 15% All India Quota through AACCC using their NEET UG score.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualified NEET UG with minimum 50th percentile for General and OBC candidates and 40th percentile for SC and ST
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with minimum 50% marks (40% for SC and ST candidates)
- For Telangana state quota: completed schooling from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana, or holds a valid Telangana domicile certificate
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December 2026
Admission Process
- Appear in NEET UG 2026 and qualify with the required percentile for AYUSH admission
- Register on knruhs.telangana.gov.in or tsmedadm.tsche.in for KNRUHS AYUSH counselling after NEET result
- Upload required documents including NEET UG scorecard, Class 12 mark sheets, and domicile certificate
- Fill choice of preferred KNRUHS affiliated Ayurveda colleges during the web options entry window
- Seat allotment is based on NEET UG rank, category, Telangana domicile status, and college preferences
- Report to the allotted college with original documents for verification and fee deposit within the deadline
✓ Opt for this if
- Based in Telangana and want an AYUSH clinical degree at a low state quota fee
- Interested in Ayurvedic medicine, herbal pharmacology, and classical treatments
- NEET UG score is between 300 and 500 and a clinical career in AYUSH is preferred
- Planning to serve in government AYUSH dispensaries or set up a private Ayurvedic practice
✗ Skip if
- NEET score qualifies for MBBS or BDS at a government college
- Preference is for modern allopathic medicine over Ayurvedic clinical practice
- No Telangana domicile and not interested in the AACCC All India Quota process
KNRUHS BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC and ST | Course fee plus maintenance | SC or ST candidates in recognised AYUSH programmes at KNRUHS affiliated colleges |
| Telangana BC EBC Scholarship | As per state norms | BC and EBC candidates domiciled in Telangana pursuing recognised undergraduate health science courses |
| EWS Scholarship | As per NSP norms | Economically Weaker Section candidates with income certificate from competent authority |
| Ministry of AYUSH Merit Scholarship | INR 5,000 per month | Top-performing AYUSH undergraduate students at NCISM recognised colleges based on annual results |
- Apply for central scholarships at scholarships.gov.in before the October cutoff each year.
- Given the low state quota fee, maintenance component of SC and ST scholarships provides the most significant benefit.
KNRUHS BAMS FAQs
Ques. Is NEET UG mandatory for BAMS admission through KNRUHS?
Ans. Yes, NEET UG is mandatory for BAMS admission through KNRUHS counselling. Since 2020, NEET UG is the sole qualifying exam for all AYUSH undergraduate programmes including BAMS, BHMS, BNYS, and BUMS. Candidates must score the minimum qualifying percentile in NEET UG to register for KNRUHS AYUSH counselling. There is no separate state entrance test for BAMS in Telangana.
Ques. What is the total fee for BAMS through KNRUHS affiliated colleges?
Ans. Total fees under state quota at KNRUHS affiliated Ayurveda colleges start at INR 49,420 for the complete 5.5-year course. Government Ayurveda colleges affiliated to KNRUHS charge lower fees while management quota fees at private colleges are higher and vary by institution. Hostel and mess charges are separate and levied by each affiliated college. The counselling registration fee is INR 2,000 for OC and BC categories and INR 1,200 for SC and ST.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BAMS admission through KNRUHS?
Ans. Candidates must have qualified NEET UG with at least the 50th percentile (40th for SC and ST) and must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with minimum 50% marks. For Telangana state quota seats, candidates must have studied from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana or hold a valid domicile certificate. The minimum age for BAMS admission is 17 years as of 31 December of the admission year.
Ques. Can students from outside Telangana apply for BAMS through KNRUHS?
Ans. Students from outside Telangana are not eligible for state quota BAMS seats through KNRUHS, as 85% of seats are reserved for Telangana domicile holders. However, out-of-state candidates can apply for the 15% All India Quota seats at KNRUHS affiliated Ayurveda colleges through AACCC (Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee) using their NEET UG rank, without any domicile restriction.
Ques. What are the career options after BAMS from KNRUHS affiliated colleges?
Ans. After completing BAMS from a KNRUHS affiliated college, graduates register with the Telangana State Board of Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy as registered Ayurvedic physicians. Career options include running a private Ayurvedic clinic, joining government AYUSH dispensaries and hospitals, working in wellness resorts and Panchkarma centres, and pursuing MD Ayurveda through AIAPGET. TSPSC recruits Ayurvedic Medical Officers for government AYUSH posts in Telangana.
Ques. When does KNRUHS AYUSH counselling for BAMS begin in 2026?
Ans. KNRUHS AYUSH counselling for BAMS is expected to begin on 22 August 2026, following the NEET UG result expected around 20 July 2026. The counselling is conducted through knruhs.telangana.gov.in and includes multiple allotment rounds from August through November 2026. Seat allotment rounds are scheduled for September and October 2026, with class commencement in November 2026. Candidates should monitor the official KNRUHS website for the notification.