Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery [BHMS]
Fees
Fees at Kerala University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program vary depending on the year and quota. The tuition fee for merit quota students is approximately Rs. 103,000 for the first year and Rs. 78,000 for the subsequent three years. The total course fee ranges between Rs.
3 lakhs to Rs. 4.5 lakhs, excluding additional costs such as examination fees, arts fees, and sports fees. For management and LBS quota students, the tuition fee is around Rs. 80,000, while NRI students pay Rs. 120,000, reflecting an additional Rs. 40,000 over standard tuition. Hostel accommodation costs Rs. 22,000.
Scholarships like the E-grants, Means cum Merit, and Central Government scholarships are available for eligible categories, offering financial aid up to Rs. 30,000 per recipient.
About Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery [BHMS]
KUHS BHMS is a 5.5-year undergraduate programme at Kerala University of Health Sciences-affiliated homoeopathic colleges in Thrissur, covering Organon of Medicine, Homoeopathic Materia Medica, Repertory and clinical homoeopathic practice. Admission is through NEET-UG. Annual fees at government homoeopathic colleges are INR 10,500. Graduates register as homoeopathic practitioners and work in government AYUSH hospitals and private clinics across Kerala.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Curriculum approved by the Central Council of Homoeopathy under KUHS affiliation
- Training in classical homoeopathy, Repertory, Materia Medica and case-taking methodology
- Government Homoeopathic Medical Officer posts available through Kerala PSC
- One-year mandatory internship in a homoeopathic teaching hospital under KUHS
KUHS BHMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (Government Homoeopathic Colleges) | INR 10,500 per year |
| Total Fees (5 Academic Years) | INR 52,500 |
- Annual fee of INR 10,500 applies to government homoeopathic colleges under KUHS in Kerala.
- Private homoeopathic colleges under KUHS charge higher fees set by the Fee Regulatory Committee.
- The one-year internship may involve a nominal stipend in government teaching hospitals.
KUHS BHMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opened | February 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closed | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card Released | June 14, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Answer Key Released | July 6, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | July 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| CEE Kerala AYUSH Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- State-quota BHMS seats (85%) are allotted by CEE Kerala after the NEET-UG result.
- All India Quota BHMS seats (15%) are allotted by AACCC through central AYUSH counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Valid NEET-UG score is mandatory for BHMS admission
- Minimum age 17 years as of December 31, 2026
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-UG on the NTA portal and appear for the examination in June
- After NEET-UG result, register for CEE Kerala AYUSH counselling for state-quota seats
- For All India Quota, register on the AACCC portal for central AYUSH counselling
- Fill college preferences and participate in multiple allotment rounds
- Report to the allotted KUHS-affiliated homoeopathic college with original certificates
- Pay fees and complete document verification to confirm admission
✓ Opt for this if
- You believe in homoeopathy as a system of medicine and want to practice it
- Government AYUSH homoeopathic hospital employment is your career goal
- Very low government college fees (INR 10,500/year) fit your budget
- You want to open your own homoeopathic clinic after graduation
✗ Skip if
- You want to practice allopathic medicine or perform surgical procedures
- A degree with global or Gulf licensing recognition is essential for you
- You are not personally committed to the principles of homoeopathy
- You prefer a system with wider hospital infrastructure nationwide
KUHS BHMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility and Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| E-Grantz (Kerala State Scholarship) | Up to INR 50,000/year | SC/ST/OBC students in Kerala AYUSH colleges, apply via e-grantz.kerala.gov.in |
| MCM Scholarship (Central) | Up to INR 20,000/year | Family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs, apply via NSP portal annually |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | INR 10,000/year | Merit-based (80th percentile in Class 12), apply via NSP portal |
| KUHS Research Appreciation Award | INR 10,000 one-time | UG students undertaking approved short-term research projects under KUHS |
- E-Grantz must be applied for after admission to a KUHS-affiliated AYUSH college is confirmed.
- NSP scholarship portal closes in October each academic year.
KUHS BHMS FAQs
Ques. What does the BHMS programme cover at KUHS-affiliated homoeopathic colleges?
Ans. BHMS at KUHS-affiliated colleges covers Organon of Medicine, Homoeopathic Materia Medica, Repertory, Homoeopathic pharmacy, anatomy, physiology, pathology, surgery and obstetrics over 4.5 years of academic study. Clinical training is integrated from the second year in homoeopathic outpatient departments. The programme concludes with a one-year mandatory internship in an approved homoeopathic teaching hospital, covering diverse clinical postings.
Ques. Is NEET-UG mandatory for BHMS admission at KUHS-affiliated colleges?
Ans. Yes, NEET-UG is mandatory for BHMS admission across all KUHS-affiliated homoeopathic colleges. State-quota seats (85%) are allotted by CEE Kerala through AYUSH counselling. All India Quota seats (15%) are allotted by AACCC through central AYUSH counselling. There is no alternate entrance route for BHMS. Candidates must secure a NEET-UG qualification score to be eligible for counselling registration.
Ques. What are the fees for BHMS at government homoeopathic colleges under KUHS?
Ans. Government homoeopathic colleges affiliated with KUHS in Kerala charge INR 10,500 per year for BHMS seats. The total for five academic years is INR 52,500, making it one of the most affordable medical degrees in Kerala. Private homoeopathic colleges charge significantly higher fees as set by the Kerala Fee Regulatory Committee. Candidates securing government-quota seats pay the lower regulated fee throughout the programme.
Ques. What career options are available after BHMS from KUHS-affiliated colleges?
Ans. BHMS graduates register with the Central Council of Homoeopathy and Kerala State Homoeopathic Council to practice as homoeopathic doctors. Career paths include opening a private homoeopathic clinic, joining government AYUSH hospitals through Kerala PSC, working in corporate wellness clinics and pursuing MD Homoeopathy for postgraduate specialisation. Kerala has an active government homoeopathy sector with dispensaries across all districts.
Ques. Are BHMS graduates from KUHS eligible to work outside Kerala?
Ans. Yes. BHMS graduates from KUHS-affiliated colleges can register with the state homoeopathic council of any Indian state where they wish to practice, after obtaining a no-objection certificate from the Kerala State Homoeopathic Council. The Central Council of Homoeopathy oversees uniform standards nationally. Overseas practice in homoeopathy is possible in countries such as the UK and South Africa where homoeopathy is legally recognised.