Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Science
Accepted entrance exams
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 Naturopathy & Yogic Science
Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) affiliates all naturopathy colleges in Telangana and conducts AYUSH counselling for BNYS admission. The programme is 5.5 years covering five academic years and a six-month internship, with NEET UG as the mandatory entrance exam. Total fees under state quota start at INR 65,040 for the complete course.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
KNRUHS BNYS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Fee (5 years academic, state quota) | INR 65,040 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, varies by college) | As per affiliated college |
| Total Fees (State Quota) | INR 65,040 |
- Fee shown is indicative for state quota at KNRUHS affiliated private naturopathy colleges.
- Government naturopathy college fees are substantially lower than those at private affiliated colleges.
- Management quota fees at private KNRUHS affiliated colleges are higher and vary by institution.
- Hostel and mess charges are levied separately by individual affiliated colleges.
KNRUHS BNYS 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 | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- State quota eligibility requires either 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 (Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee).
- Application fee is INR 2,000 for OC and BC categories and INR 1,200 for SC and ST categories.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with minimum 50% marks for General category (40% for SC and ST candidates)
- Qualified NEET UG 2026 with minimum 50th percentile for General and OBC candidates and 40th percentile for SC and ST
- For Telangana state quota: completed schooling from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana, or possesses a valid Telangana domicile certificate
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December 2026
Admission Process
- Appear in NEET UG 2026 conducted by NTA and secure the qualifying percentile for BNYS admission
- Register on knruhs.telangana.gov.in or tsmedadm.tsche.in for AYUSH counselling after NEET UG result declaration
- Upload required documents and pay the counselling registration fee before the deadline
- Fill choice of preferred KNRUHS affiliated naturopathy colleges during the web options entry window
- Seat allotment is done based on NEET UG rank, category, domicile status, and option entry preferences
- Report to the allotted college with original documents for certificate verification and fee payment
✓ Opt for this if
- Based in Telangana and want AYUSH clinical practice at a minimal state quota fee
- Interested in naturopathy, yoga therapy, and integrative medicine as a career
- NEET UG score is between 250 and 450 and a clinical health science degree is the goal
- Open to a 5.5-year programme with a structured six-month clinical internship
✗ Skip if
- NEET UG score is high enough for MBBS or BDS at a government college
- Preference is for allopathic clinical specialisation rather than naturopathy practice
- No Telangana domicile and not interested in AACCC All India Quota process
KNRUHS BNYS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC and ST | Course fee plus maintenance | SC or ST candidates enrolled in recognised AYUSH programmes at KNRUHS affiliated colleges |
| Telangana BC EBC Scholarship | As per state norms | BC, EBC, and OBC candidates domiciled in Telangana pursuing recognised undergraduate programmes |
| 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-ranked AYUSH undergraduate students at recognised colleges based on annual performance |
- Apply for central scholarships at scholarships.gov.in before the October annual cutoff.
- Telangana state scholarships are available via the Telangana eSeva or TSWREIS portals.
KNRUHS BNYS FAQs
Ques. Is NEET UG mandatory for BNYS admission through KNRUHS?
Ans. Yes, NEET UG is mandatory for BNYS admission through KNRUHS counselling. Since 2020, NEET UG has been the sole qualifying exam for all AYUSH undergraduate programmes including BNYS, BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS across India. Candidates must score the minimum qualifying percentile in NEET UG to be eligible for KNRUHS AYUSH counselling. There is no separate state-level entrance exam for BNYS in Telangana.
Ques. What is the total fee for BNYS through KNRUHS affiliated colleges?
Ans. Total fees under state quota at KNRUHS affiliated private naturopathy colleges are INR 65,040 for the complete five-year course. Government naturopathy colleges affiliated to KNRUHS charge substantially lower fees, while management quota fees at private colleges are significantly higher and vary by institution. Hostel and mess charges are levied separately by each affiliated college and are not included in the academic fee.
Ques. What is the eligibility for state quota BNYS seats through KNRUHS?
Ans. For state quota BNYS seats through KNRUHS, candidates must have studied from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana, or hold a valid Telangana domicile certificate. They must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with at least 50% marks (40% for SC and ST), and must have qualified NEET UG with the minimum percentile. Age must be at least 17 years as of 31 December 2026.
Ques. Can students from outside Telangana apply for BNYS through KNRUHS?
Ans. Students from outside Telangana are not eligible for state quota BNYS seats through KNRUHS, as these 85% seats are reserved for Telangana domicile holders. However, out-of-state candidates can apply for the 15% All India Quota seats at KNRUHS affiliated colleges through AACCC (Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee) using their NEET UG score, without any domicile requirement.
Ques. What are the career options after completing BNYS through KNRUHS?
Ans. After completing BNYS from a KNRUHS affiliated college, graduates can register with the Telangana State Board of Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy and practise as registered naturopathy physicians. Career options include setting up a private naturopathy clinic, joining government AYUSH dispensaries and naturopathy hospitals, working at wellness and yoga centres, and pursuing PG programmes in Naturopathy. Central government health services also recruit AYUSH practitioners.
Ques. When does KNRUHS AYUSH counselling for BNYS typically begin?
Ans. KNRUHS AYUSH counselling for BNYS typically begins in August or September, after the NEET UG result is declared. For the 2026 batch, NEET UG results are expected around 20 July 2026, after which KNRUHS is expected to open AYUSH counselling registration in August 2026. Seat allotment is expected in September to October 2026. Candidates should monitor knruhs.telangana.gov.in for the official counselling notification and schedule.