About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Shri Krishna Ayush University (SKAU) Kurukshetra is a state Ayush university in Haryana, offering the five-and-a-half-year BAMS programme at its constituent Ayurvedic college. Annual fees are INR 15,482 (tuition INR 5,000 plus other charges INR 10,482), totalling INR 77,410 for five academic years. Admission is through NEET UG, with 50 seats split between the SKAU state counselling (85 percent) and the AACCC All India Quota (15 percent).
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
SKAU Kurukshetra BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Per Year) | INR 5,000 |
| Other Charges (Per Year) | INR 10,482 |
| Annual Total | INR 15,482 |
| Total Fees (5 Academic Years) | INR 77,410 |
- Fees are for the five academic years and exclude the six-month compulsory internship period.
- SKAU counselling registration fee is INR 2,000 for general category and INR 500 for SC/BC/EWS (Haryana).
SKAU Kurukshetra BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Closed | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result Released | July 16, 2026 |
| AACCC-UG Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| SKAU State Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- 85 percent of seats are filled through SKAU state counselling for Haryana domicile students.
- 15 percent of seats are filled through AACCC-UG centralised counselling for the All India Quota.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board
- Valid NEET UG score with minimum qualifying percentile as per NCISM regulations
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31, 2026
- Valid Haryana domicile certificate required for state quota counselling through SKAU
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET UG and check NEET result for AIQ and state quota eligibility
- For 15 percent All India Quota: register on the AACCC-UG portal and participate in centralised counselling
- For 85 percent state quota: register on the SKAU counselling portal with valid Haryana domicile certificate
- Participate in seat allotment rounds and lock in the preferred college
- Report to SKAU Kurukshetra with original documents and fee payment to complete admission
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking affordable government BAMS education in Haryana
- Haryana domicile student with a valid NEET UG score
- Interested in government AYUSH health services or private Ayurvedic practice
- Planning postgraduate MD or MS in Ayurveda at SKAU after BAMS
- Comfortable settling in Kurukshetra and surrounding regions of Haryana
✗ Skip if
- Seeking an MBBS or allopathic medicine programme instead of BAMS
- NEET UG rank below the closing rank of AIR 50,000 for this college
- Preference for a BAMS college in Delhi, Mumbai, or another major metro
- Looking for a privately managed Ayurvedic college with modern hospital facilities
SKAU Kurukshetra BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Haryana State Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/BC | Up to full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/BC Haryana domicile students meeting income criteria |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Government of India) | Up to full tuition fee and maintenance allowance | SC/ST students enrolled in approved professional programmes |
| Haryana Medha Protsahan Yojana | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Haryana domicile students with 60 percent or more marks in qualifying exam |
- Haryana state scholarships are applied through the Haryana Scholarship Portal.
- Central government scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal.
SKAU Kurukshetra BAMS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BAMS at Shri Krishna Ayush University Kurukshetra?
Ans. The annual fee for BAMS at SKAU Kurukshetra is INR 15,482, comprising tuition fees of INR 5,000 and other charges of INR 10,482. For the full five academic years, the total fee amounts to INR 77,410. The six-month compulsory rotatory internship following the academic years does not attract additional tuition fees. SKAU counselling registration fees of INR 2,000 for general category and INR 500 for reserved category students are paid separately.
Ques. Is NEET UG required for BAMS admission at SKAU Kurukshetra?
Ans. Yes, NEET UG is mandatory for BAMS admission at Shri Krishna Ayush University Kurukshetra. Qualified candidates participate in the AACCC-UG counselling for the 15 percent All India Quota or the SKAU state counselling for the 85 percent Haryana state quota seats. NEET UG 2026 was held on June 21, 2026 and results were declared on July 16, 2026.
Ques. What is the NEET cutoff for BAMS at SKAU Kurukshetra?
Ans. In the 2024 NEET AYUSH counselling cycle, the closing All India Rank for BAMS at Shri Krishna Govt Ayurvedic College Kurukshetra was 49,636 for the general category in Round 4. Round 1 opened at AIR 35,455 and tightened in Round 2 to AIR 33,529. State quota cutoffs through SKAU counselling are released separately each year by the university.
Ques. How many seats are available for BAMS at SKAU Kurukshetra?
Ans. The BAMS programme at Shri Krishna Ayush University Kurukshetra has 50 seats per academic year. Of these, 15 percent (7 to 8 seats) are filled through the AACCC-UG All India Quota centralised counselling and 85 percent (42 seats) through the SKAU state counselling for Haryana domicile candidates.
Ques. What career options are available after BAMS from SKAU Kurukshetra?
Ans. BAMS graduates from SKAU Kurukshetra can apply for government AYUSH positions in Haryana’s health department, set up independent Ayurvedic clinics, join Ayurvedic hospitals and wellness centres, or work with herbal pharmaceutical companies. Graduates can also pursue MD or MS in Ayurveda at SKAU itself. Central government AYUSH positions through UPSC and state PSC recruitment are additional career pathways.
Ques. What is the duration of BAMS at Shri Krishna Ayush University Kurukshetra?
Ans. The BAMS programme at SKAU Kurukshetra follows NCISM regulations and spans 5.5 years in total, comprising five years of academic study across ten semesters and six months of compulsory rotatory clinical internship. The internship is completed at SKAU’s teaching hospital and covers major Ayurvedic clinical departments, providing practical exposure before graduation.