Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program vary based on several criteria, including category and scholarships. The tuition fee ranges from approximately Rs. 77,270 for some categories up to Rs. 1,28,294 annually for general category students. There are provisions for a reduction, where SC/ST and NT students can benefit from near full-subsidy, and OBC students receive a 50% scholarship. The university offers several government-backed scholarships, such as the Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, Punjab Rao Deshmukh, and Savitribai Phule scholarships.
Additional compulsory fees include development, admission, library, laboratory charges, and more, making the total fees for the first year around Rs. 1,57,080, which slightly decreases in subsequent years. Hostel fees range between Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 2 lakhs annually, including mess charges. Admission and other minor fees cover disaster management and student welfare funds. Management quota students face higher fees, with annual tuition around Rs. 5 lakhs.
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences [MUHS] offers the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS] through 403 affiliated AYUSH colleges across Maharashtra. The program spans 5.5 years including a mandatory one-year internship, with admission through NEET UG. Total fees at affiliated colleges stand at INR 3.5 Lakhs. An external review site ranks MUHS 373rd in the Medical category for 2025. BAMS at a MUHS-affiliated college is widely pursued for a clinical career in India’s expanding Ayurvedic healthcare sector.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026.
MUHS BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Fee (5.5-year program) | INR 3,50,000 |
| Hostel Fee (optional) | INR 9,000 per year |
| Total Fees | INR 3,50,000 |
- Hostel charges are optional and excluded from the total course fee figure.
- SC and ST students may receive a full tuition waiver under Maharashtra government scholarship schemes.
MUHS BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Closed | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam Conducted | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result | July 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Maharashtra CAP Round 1 Registration Closing | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Maharashtra CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| CAP Round 2 | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mop-Up Round | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- State quota seats (85%) are filled through CET Cell Maharashtra at cetcell.mahacet.org.
- AYUSH AIQ seats (15%) are filled through AACCC at aaccc.gov.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/NT categories).
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026.
- Valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard is mandatory for all applicants.
- Maharashtra domicile certificate is required for state quota seats.
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET UG 2026 and download the scorecard from the NTA results portal.
- Register on cetcell.mahacet.org for Maharashtra CAP state quota seats and pay the registration fee.
- AYUSH AIQ candidates must separately register on aaccc.gov.in for the All India Quota counselling.
- Fill in preferred MUHS-affiliated AYUSH colleges in order of choice during the allotted filling window.
- Accept the allotted college, report by the joining deadline, and submit original documents for verification.
- Complete fee payment at the allotted affiliated college to confirm enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting a clinical career in traditional Ayurvedic medicine in Maharashtra.
- Budget is a priority and government-aided AYUSH colleges are preferred.
- NEET UG score is moderate and MBBS cutoff is not achievable.
- Planning Ayurvedic practice in Maharashtra’s expanding wellness sector.
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for modern surgery or hospital-based specialty medicine roles.
- MBBS recognition needed for international or overseas medical practice.
- Preferring a shorter undergraduate medical program duration.
MUHS BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee | SC and ST students domiciled in Maharashtra |
| OBC/VJNT Post-Matric Scholarship (Maharashtra) | Actual tuition fee and maintenance allowance | OBC and NT students domiciled in Maharashtra |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Merit students with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
| NSP Minority Post-Matric Scholarship | INR 7,000 per year (non-hosteller) | Minority community students with family income below INR 2 Lakhs |
- All scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Income certificate and caste validity certificate are mandatory for Maharashtra government scholarship applications.
MUHS BAMS FAQs
Ques. What is the duration of BAMS at MUHS-affiliated colleges?
Ans. The BAMS program at MUHS-affiliated colleges lasts 5.5 years, comprising 4.5 years of academic coursework across nine semesters and a mandatory one-year rotatory internship at an affiliated Ayurvedic teaching hospital. The internship involves clinical postings in Panchakarma, general medicine, surgery, and other Ayurvedic specialties, and is essential for obtaining the BAMS degree and registration as an Ayurvedic Medical Officer.
Ques. Is NEET UG compulsory for BAMS admission at MUHS?
Ans. Yes, a valid NEET UG score is mandatory for BAMS admission at all MUHS-affiliated AYUSH colleges. The 85% state quota seats are allocated through CET Cell Maharashtra, and the 15% All India Quota seats are filled through the AACCC counselling portal at aaccc.gov.in. Students without a Maharashtra domicile certificate can only apply for AIQ seats, which are limited in number and face national-level competition.
Ques. What is the NEET UG cutoff for BAMS at MUHS-affiliated government colleges?
Ans. The NEET UG cutoff for BAMS at MUHS-affiliated government Ayurvedic colleges varies each year based on seat availability and category. Generally, general category students require a NEET percentile above 50, while reserved category candidates may qualify at the 40 percentile. Private AYUSH college cutoffs are typically lower. The final cutoffs are published by CET Cell Maharashtra after each counselling round and can be checked on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Ques. Can students from outside Maharashtra apply for BAMS under MUHS?
Ans. Maharashtra is a closed state, and 85% of BAMS seats at MUHS-affiliated colleges are reserved for candidates holding a valid Maharashtra domicile certificate. Students from other states can only apply for the remaining 15% All India Quota seats through the AACCC portal. Competition for AIQ AYUSH seats is high at the national level, so candidates from outside Maharashtra should ensure a strong NEET UG score before applying through this route.
Ques. What career options are available after BAMS from a MUHS-affiliated college?
Ans. BAMS graduates from MUHS-affiliated colleges can register as Ayurvedic Medical Officers under the Maharashtra AYUSH Directorate, practice as independent physicians, join pharmaceutical companies specialising in Ayurvedic formulations, work in wellness and spa chains, pursue MD Ayurveda for specialisation, or apply through MPSC for government health officer positions. The growing demand for Ayurvedic practitioners in Maharashtra’s primary health centres and wellness industry also provides consistent employment avenues.
Ques. Are scholarships available for BAMS students at MUHS-affiliated colleges?
Ans. Yes, multiple scholarships are available. SC and ST students can access Maharashtra’s Post-Matric Scholarship, which covers the full tuition fee. OBC and NT students may apply for the state’s OBC Post-Matric Scholarship. Merit-based students with family incomes below INR 4.5 Lakhs are eligible for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship at INR 10,000 per year. All applications are submitted on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.