Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery [BSMS]
Accepted entrance exams
About Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery [BSMS]
RVS Siddha Medical College, Coimbatore offers the Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS), a 5.5-year full-time course under Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University. Admission is through NEET-UG via Tamil Nadu AYUSH counselling, with 30 seats available. The All India Quota annual fee is INR 1,25,000 per year. Graduates practice as Siddha physicians or serve in AYUSH government posts.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 31 July 2026.
RVS Siddha BSMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee per year (All India Quota) | INR 1,25,000 |
| Tuition Fee per year (Management Quota) | Higher than quota rate |
| Total Fees (5 years, All India Quota) | INR 6,25,000 |
- Annual fee regulated by Tamil Nadu fee committee for AYUSH colleges.
- Hostel charges are separate and paid directly to the college.
- Management quota fee details are available from the admission cell.
RVS Siddha BSMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opened | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closed | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Declared | July 16, 2026 |
| TN AYUSH Application Opened | July 13, 2026 |
| TN AYUSH Application Last Date | July 31, 2026 |
- Counselling round dates will be notified on the official portal.
- Candidates must register on tnayushselection.org within the application window.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates)
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026
- Valid NEET-UG 2026 score and Tamil Nadu nativity certificate required for state quota seats
Admission Process
- Appear in the NEET-UG examination conducted by NTA
- Register on the Tamil Nadu AYUSH Selection Portal at tnayushselection.org within the notified window
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including mark sheets, nativity certificate, and NEET scorecard
- Pay the non-refundable application processing fee of INR 500 during online registration
- Participate in online counselling and fill in college and course preferences in order of priority
- Seat allotment is done based on NEET rank, category, and preference order submitted
- Report to RVS Siddha Medical College with original documents for verification and tuition fee payment
✓ Opt for this if
- Passionate about traditional Siddha medicine and herbal clinical practice
- Want to serve in Tamil Nadu AYUSH government health sector
- Seeking a regulated, affordable medical degree at a teaching hospital
- Planning to open an independent Siddha clinic in Tamil Nadu
✗ Skip if
- Prefer allopathic medicine or aiming for MBBS or MD degree
- Seeking a corporate hospital career with high starting salary
- Not interested in Siddha practice or settling in Tamil Nadu region
- Need a degree with broader pan-India recognition and placement support
RVS Siddha BSMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu SC/SCA/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/SCA/ST students in private medical colleges with income below state norms |
| Tamil Nadu BC/MBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Varies by year | BC/MBC students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per annum |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | Up to INR 20,000 per year | NEET-qualified students with demonstrated financial need |
- Apply for Tamil Nadu scholarships via tnsocialwelfare.tn.gov.in before deadlines.
- Central scholarships are available on scholarships.gov.in for eligible applicants.
RVS Siddha BSMS FAQs
Ques. How many BSMS seats are available at RVS Siddha Medical College?
Ans. RVS Siddha Medical College offers 30 seats for the BSMS programme. These seats are distributed between government quota seats, filled through TN AYUSH counselling based on NEET rank, and management quota seats. Government quota seats carry the regulated tuition of INR 1,25,000 per year. Candidates must register on tnayushselection.org to participate in government quota counselling and secure these regulated-fee seats.
Ques. What is the total duration and structure of the BSMS programme at RVS Siddha?
Ans. The BSMS programme at RVS Siddha Medical College spans 5.5 years, including five years of academic coursework covering pre-clinical and clinical Siddha subjects, followed by one year of compulsory rotating internship. The internship is conducted at the attached teaching hospital, providing hands-on clinical exposure. The degree is conferred by Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai, and recognized by the Central Council of Indian Medicine, New Delhi.
Ques. What NEET score is needed for BSMS admission at RVS Siddha Medical College?
Ans. There is no fixed NEET cutoff score for BSMS at RVS Siddha Medical College. Admission depends on the candidate’s NEET rank and seat availability during Tamil Nadu AYUSH counselling rounds. Candidates with higher NEET ranks secure government quota seats at the regulated fee. Tamil Nadu domicile students from General and BC/MBC categories must qualify the NEET percentile threshold. SC/ST candidates have a lower qualifying threshold of 40th percentile.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at RVS Siddha Medical College for BSMS students?
Ans. Yes, hostel facilities are available separately for male and female students on campus. Hostel charges are levied apart from the course tuition fee and are paid directly to the college. The campus is in Kannampalayam, Coimbatore, 14 km from the railway station and 6 km from the airport, making it accessible for outstation students. Current hostel fee details should be confirmed with the college admission cell.
Ques. What career options are available after completing BSMS from RVS Siddha Medical College?
Ans. Graduates can register as Siddha medical practitioners with the Tamil Nadu Indian Medicine Board and work in government AYUSH health centres or community health posts. Running a private Siddha clinic is a common path after registration. Postgraduate studies in Siddha medicine are offered at Tamil Nadu government institutions. Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission regularly recruits AYUSH medical officers for state health services, for which BSMS graduates are directly eligible.
Ques. Can students from other states apply for BSMS at RVS Siddha Medical College?
Ans. Yes, students from states other than Tamil Nadu can apply for BSMS through the All India Quota and management quota. All India Quota seats are allotted centrally by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee based on NEET rank. State quota seats are generally reserved for Tamil Nadu domicile certificate holders. Management quota seats are open to eligible candidates from any state and are filled directly through the college admission process.