Fees
Fees at Rama University for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) program include a tuition fee of approximately Rs. 236,000 to Rs. 246,000 annually. Hostel fees are about Rs. 110,000 per year, and a security deposit of Rs. 30,000 is required, which is refundable. Additionally, there is a registration fee of Rs.
10,000. During examinations, specific examination fees must be paid. The total cost for the entire BAMS course ranges from Rs. 17 to Rs. 18 lakh, inclusive of hostel charges. Scholarships are available, generally ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 70,000 annually, and may vary based on student categories.
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Rama University Kanpur offers BAMS as a 5.5-year programme (4.5 years clinical plus one year internship) through its Faculty of Ayurveda at the Mandhana campus in Uttar Pradesh. Admission is based on NEET-UG scores followed by UP AYUSH state counselling. Total tuition fees are INR 10,62,000 for the clinical portion of the course. Graduates can register as Ayurvedic practitioners and work in government AYUSH dispensaries, private clinics, and wellness centres.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. UP AYUSH Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Rama University BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Annual) | INR 2,36,000 |
| Hostel Charges (Annual, optional) | INR 1,10,000 |
| Registration Fee (One Time) | INR 10,000 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | INR 30,000 |
| Total Tuition Fees (4.5 Years) | INR 10,62,000 |
- Security deposit of INR 30,000 is refundable on successful programme completion.
- Hostel is optional with annual charges of INR 1,10,000 billed separately from tuition.
- Total cost including hostel for 4.5 years ranges from INR 15 Lakhs to INR 16 Lakhs.
Rama University BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Last Date | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam Date | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Date | Jul 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| UP AYUSH Counselling Registration Last Date | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- UP AYUSH counselling is conducted by the UP AYUSH department after NEET-UG results are declared.
- Management quota seats at Rama University are filled directly after UP AYUSH counselling closes.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology securing minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Minimum age 17 years as on December 31, 2026
- Valid NEET-UG qualifying score is mandatory for BAMS admission in Uttar Pradesh
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG with a score meeting the BAMS cutoff for UP private AYUSH colleges
- Register on the UP AYUSH counselling portal after NEET-UG result declaration
- Fill in college preferences and complete choice filling for the seat allotment round
- Report to Rama University Faculty of Ayurveda with original documents on allotment
- Complete registration and fee payment within the deadline notified by the college
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET score qualifies for BAMS but not MBBS at a government medical college
- Interested in Ayurvedic practice, wellness centres, or herbal therapeutics careers
- Prefer a university campus in Kanpur over stand-alone Ayurvedic colleges
- Planning to work in UP government AYUSH dispensaries after graduation
✗ Skip if
- NEET score qualifies for MBBS at a government or affordable private medical college
- Prefer modern allopathic medicine over Ayurvedic therapeutics as a career
- Need strong MD Ayurveda research guidance from a dedicated Ayurvedic university
- Planning international medical practice where BAMS degree is not recognised
Rama University BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship (Class 12: 60 to 89%) | 10% to 50% tuition waiver | Minimum 60% in Class 12 with PCB subjects |
| Merit Scholarship (Class 12: 90 to 100%) | 100% tuition waiver | 90% or above in Class 12 with PCB |
| UP Government Scholarship | As per UP norms | UP domicile students meeting income criteria |
| Sports Scholarship | 25% to 50% tuition waiver | State or national-level sports participation certificate |
- Scholarship renewal requires 60% or above marks and 75% attendance each academic year.
- UP government scholarship is applied separately through the official UP scholarship portal.
Rama University BAMS FAQs
Ques. Is NEET-UG mandatory for BAMS admission at Rama University Kanpur?
Ans. Yes, NEET-UG is mandatory for BAMS admission at Rama University under UP AYUSH admission norms. NEET-UG 2026 registration closed March 8, 2026, and the exam was held June 21, 2026. Results are expected around July 20, 2026. After the result, candidates register on the UP AYUSH counselling portal and receive seat allotment based on NEET merit rank for private BAMS colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
Ques. What is the duration and curriculum structure of BAMS at Rama University?
Ans. The BAMS programme at Rama University spans 5.5 years in total: 4.5 years of classroom and clinical curriculum at the Faculty of Ayurveda, followed by a one-year compulsory rotating internship in the attached Rama Medical College and Hospital. The curriculum includes Samhita, Shareera, Dravyaguna, Rasa Shastra, Shalya Tantra, Kaumarabhritya, Panchakarma, and Swasthavritta among the core subjects taught over the four and a half year period.
Ques. What career options are available after BAMS from Rama University?
Ans. After BAMS, graduates can register with the Uttar Pradesh State Ayurvedic and Unani Tibbi Board and practise as Ayurvedic doctors. Career options include government AYUSH dispensary positions through UP AYUSH recruitment, private Ayurvedic clinics, wellness and naturopathy centres, herbal pharmaceutical companies, and MD Ayurveda through AIAPGET. Graduates can also contribute to National Rural Health Mission AYUSH initiatives and AYUSH ministry wellness programmes.
Ques. How does UP AYUSH counselling work for BAMS admission at Rama University?
Ans. UP AYUSH counselling is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh AYUSH department after NEET-UG results are declared. Candidates register on the official UP AYUSH counselling portal, pay the counselling fee, fill in college preferences, and receive seat allotment in a merit-based process. Rama University BAMS seats are included in the UP AYUSH private college counselling. Allotment rounds are typically conducted in August and September after the NEET result.
Ques. What is the total fee for BAMS at Rama University including hostel?
Ans. The tuition fee for BAMS at Rama University is INR 2,36,000 per year, totalling INR 10,62,000 for the 4.5-year clinical programme. Optional hostel accommodation costs INR 1,10,000 per year. A one-time registration fee of INR 10,000 and a refundable security deposit of INR 30,000 are payable at admission. The total cost for 4.5 years including hostel is between INR 15 Lakhs and INR 16 Lakhs.
Ques. Can BAMS graduates from Rama University pursue MD Ayurveda?
Ans. Yes, BAMS graduates are eligible to appear for AIAPGET (All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test) to pursue MD or MS Ayurveda. After qualifying AIAPGET, candidates can join MD Ayurveda programmes at Ayurvedic colleges recognised by the Central Council of Indian Medicine across India. Rama University also offers certain postgraduate Ayurveda programmes, giving BAMS graduates an option to continue within the same institution.