Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Fees
Fees at Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University for the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Nursing program vary depending on the year of study. The tuition fee is 75,000 INR for the first year, and each subsequent year costs 60,000 INR. The total tuition fee over four years amounts to 2,80,000 INR.
Additional costs include exam and form fees. Scholarships are available, providing 30,000 INR annually, leading to a reduced financial burden for eligible students. Scholarships are tailored for different categories, such as ST, SC, and OBC, providing significant assistance by possibly exceeding the tuition fees for some beneficiaries.
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University (MPMSU), Jabalpur, is a government statutory university established in 2011 affiliating over 271 medical and health science colleges across Madhya Pradesh. The 5.5-year Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) at MPMSU-affiliated colleges is open to NEET-UG qualified candidates. Total course fees at government-affiliated colleges stand at INR 1,93,000. The BAMS programme integrates classical Ayurvedic medicine with modern health sciences for holistic physician training.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins 22 August 2026 (Tentative).
MPMSU BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Academic Charges (total, 5.5 years) | INR 1,93,000 |
| Total Course Fees | INR 1,93,000 |
- Fee stated is for government-affiliated BAMS colleges under MPMSU.
- Private BAMS colleges charge higher fees per state fee regulatory committee norms.
- Hostel and other charges are payable separately to the respective affiliated college.
MPMSU BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Registration Closing | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Admit Card Release | Jun 14, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Answer Key Release | Jul 6, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result Declaration | Jul 20, 2026 |
| MP AYUSH Counselling Registration | Aug 22, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- MP AYUSH counselling is conducted by DME MP at dme.mponline.gov.in.
- Madhya Pradesh domicile required for 85% state quota seats in BAMS.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCB for General/OBC/EWS candidates
- NEET-UG qualified score mandatory for all BAMS applicants
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG conducted by the National Testing Agency
- Register for MP AYUSH state counselling at dme.mponline.gov.in after results
- Fill preferred BAMS college choices during the online choice-filling window
- Receive seat allotment based on NEET rank, category, and available BAMS seats
- Report to allotted college with original documents and pay the first-year fees
- Begin BAMS academic programme as per the college calendar
✓ Opt for this if
- Passionate about Ayurveda and traditional medicine as a career
- Want a highly affordable AYUSH degree at government-affiliated colleges
- Planning to serve as an AYUSH physician in government or private setup
- MP resident seeking state quota benefits in AYUSH counselling
- Interested in Panchakarma, herbal medicine, and holistic healthcare
✗ Skip if
- Prefer MBBS or a modern medicine degree over AYUSH
- Looking for BAMS at a dedicated Ayurveda university with specialized focus
- Need structured campus placements or corporate healthcare connections
- Targeting BAMS colleges outside Madhya Pradesh
MPMSU BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana (MMVY) | 100% tuition at government colleges | MP residents, 70%+ in 10+2 (MP Board) or 85%+ (CBSE/ICSE), family income below INR 6 lakh |
| MP Post Matric Scholarship | Varies by category | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Minority students pursuing higher education in MP |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (NSP) | INR 20,000/year (Yr 1 to 3) INR 22,000/year (Yr 4 to 5) | Top 10% in 10+2, family income below INR 8 lakh/year |
- MMVY applications are submitted at medhavikalyan.mp.gov.in each academic year.
- State and central scholarships are available at scholarships.gov.in and scholarships.mp.gov.in.
MPMSU BAMS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BAMS at MPMSU-affiliated colleges?
Ans. Total course fees for BAMS at government-affiliated colleges under MPMSU stand at INR 1,93,000 for the complete 5.5-year programme. This makes MPMSU-affiliated government BAMS colleges among the most affordable AYUSH education options in Madhya Pradesh. Private BAMS colleges affiliated with MPMSU charge higher fees as regulated by the state fee regulatory committee. MMVY scheme holders may avail full tuition fee coverage at government colleges.
Ques. How is admission to BAMS at MPMSU processed?
Ans. Admission to BAMS at MPMSU-affiliated colleges is based on NEET-UG merit through MP AYUSH state counselling at dme.mponline.gov.in. After NEET results are declared, students register for AYUSH counselling, fill college and course preferences, and receive allotment based on rank and category. Counselling for the 2026 intake is expected to begin by 22 August 2026. An estimated 85% of seats are under Madhya Pradesh state quota.
Ques. What subjects are covered in the BAMS programme?
Ans. The BAMS curriculum at MPMSU-affiliated colleges covers Ayurvedic Anatomy (Rachana Sharir), Ayurvedic Physiology, Sanskrit, Dravyaguna (Materia Medica), Rasashastra, Agadtantra, Panchkarma, Shalya Tantra, Prasuti Tantra, and Paediatrics. The programme also includes subjects in modern medicine such as Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology, and Community Medicine, following Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) norms.
Ques. Can BAMS graduates practice as doctors and apply for government posts in MP?
Ans. BAMS graduates from MPMSU-affiliated colleges are licensed to practice Ayurvedic medicine after registration with the Madhya Pradesh Ayurvedic Council. They are eligible to apply for AYUSH Medical Officer positions through MPPSC and NHM Madhya Pradesh. The Government of India and MP government regularly recruit BAMS doctors for community health centres and primary health centres under the AYUSH health mission.
Ques. What postgraduate options are available after BAMS from MPMSU?
Ans. BAMS graduates can pursue MD (Ayurveda) or MS (Ayurveda) postgraduate programmes through the AIAPGET (All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test) conducted by the National Testing Agency. MPMSU also affiliates postgraduate AYUSH colleges in Madhya Pradesh. Admission to MD/MS Ayurveda programmes is based on AIAPGET rank, followed by AYUSH PG counselling conducted by the Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC).
Ques. What is the structure of the BAMS programme at MPMSU?
Ans. The BAMS programme at MPMSU-affiliated colleges spans 5.5 years, comprising 4.5 years of academic study in three professional phases and a 1-year compulsory rotating internship at the attached teaching hospital. Clinical training covers all major Ayurvedic departments including Panchkarma, Shalakya, Prasuti Tantra, and Kaumarbhritya. Satisfactory internship completion is mandatory for the award of the BAMS degree by MPMSU.