Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Yenepoya University for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences (BAMS) program include a tuition fee structure of approximately INR 1,25,000 per semester for nine semesters, totaling around INR 11,25,000. The hostel fees range between INR 75,000 to INR 85,000 per year, increasing by 10% annually. Including hostel and additional costs such as books and necessities, the total program expense approximates INR 16 lakhs to INR 18.95 lakhs.
The university provides scholarships such as SSP and NSP, particularly to minority categories and students with distinctions, offering financial aid varying up to INR 25,000 annually. The program includes a 1-year internship period, although no stipend is provided during this time. Scholarships can significantly reduce costs, and financial support is available for those with demonstrated financial need.
About Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS]
Yenepoya Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital, part of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) in Mangalore, offers a 5.5-year BAMS comprising 4.5 years of academics and 1 year of mandatory rotatory internship. Admission requires a valid NEET-UG score. Total tuition is INR 21,39,000 over five annual installments. The college operates a dedicated Ayurveda hospital with OPD and IPD services, giving students direct patient care exposure from the early years.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 30 September 2026.
Key Points
- Dedicated herbal garden and Dravyaguna laboratory on campus
- Panchakarma therapy training from third year with dedicated therapy unit
- AYUSH-approved curriculum integrating classical texts with modern clinical practice
- On-campus Ayurveda OPD and IPD facility for direct patient care from early years
- Research opportunities in ethnomedicine and phytopharmacology through Yenepoya Research Centre
Yenepoya BAMS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Tuition | INR 5,06,000 |
| Year 2 Tuition | INR 4,64,000 |
| Year 3 Tuition | INR 4,64,000 |
| Year 4 Tuition | INR 4,64,000 |
| Year 5 and Internship Tuition | INR 2,41,000 |
| Registration Fee (one-time, at admission) | INR 26,000 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, per year) | INR 60,000 |
| Total Fees (5.5 years) | INR 21,39,000 |
- Total tuition of INR 21,39,000 is paid in 5 annual installments over the programme duration.
- Registration fee of INR 26,000 is payable separately at the time of admission confirmation.
- Hostel charges of INR 60,000 per year are optional and total INR 3,00,000 over 5 years.
- Fee structure is as per the Yenepoya University 2026-27 official fee notification.
Yenepoya BAMS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Registration | February 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| Yenepoya Application Opens | June 25, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Result | July 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Yenepoya Application Closes | September 30, 2026 |
| AACCC Counselling Registration (AIQ Seats) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- AIQ seats are allotted through AACCC counselling on aaccc.gov.in after NEET-UG results are declared.
- Management quota seats are filled directly by Yenepoya via admissions.yenepoya.edu.in.
- A non-refundable application fee applies when applying through the Yenepoya admission portal.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as core subjects
- Minimum 50% aggregate in the qualifying examination for general category candidates
- Valid NEET-UG 2026 qualifying score is mandatory for all seats including management quota
- Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission as per AYUSH norms
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with a valid score meeting the AYUSH minimum qualifying percentile
- Register on aaccc.gov.in for AYUSH AIQ counselling after NEET result declaration
- Apply directly to Yenepoya at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in for management quota seats
- Attend AACCC counselling for AIQ seats or Yenepoya counselling for management quota seats
- Pay the INR 26,000 registration fee to confirm the allotted seat
- Complete document verification and all admission formalities at the college campus
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET-qualified and deeply interested in classical Ayurveda medicine
- Wants a 5.5-year clinical degree with dedicated Ayurveda hospital training
- Interested in Panchakarma or integrative medicine practice post-graduation
- Plans to practise in Karnataka, Kerala, or Gulf as an Ayurveda physician
✗ Skip if
- Prefers the allopathic MBBS path with a stronger NEET score
- Concerned about practice scope limitations compared to MBBS graduates
- Budget-sensitive as INR 21,39,000 is higher than the BHMS fee at Yenepoya
- Wants a shorter medical programme than 5.5 years
Yenepoya BAMS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | 50% fee concession | NEET All India Rank below 1000 for BAMS |
| Karnataka State Scholarship | As per state norms | Karnataka domicile students via ssp.karnataka.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal | As per scheme norms | SC/ST/OBC/EWS and minority students via scholarships.gov.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship for NEET AIR below 1000 is renewable based on annual academic performance.
- State and central scholarship applications must be submitted on their respective portals after admission.
As mentioned, Yenepoya University Mangalore offers admission to B.A.M.S program based on AYUSH-NEET-Counselling rank. Yenepoya University Mangalore AYUSH-NEET-Counselling Cutoff 2024 rank is 1148177 for the General category. Further, AYUSH-NEET-Counselling cutoff rank is 1148177 for ST and 1166123 for Management category. Check Yenepoya University Mangalore Cutoff
Yenepoya University Mangalore B.A.M.S Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in Yenepoya University Mangalore B.A.M.S Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the Yenepoya University Mangalore B.A.M.S program in 2024 was closed at the 1166123 rank , whereas in 2023, the closing rank was 1205582 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2024 | Cutoff rank 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 1148177 | 1126916 |
| ST | 1148177 | - |
| Management | 1166123 | - |
Yenepoya BAMS FAQs
Ques. Is NEET compulsory for BAMS admission at Yenepoya?
Ans. Yes, a valid NEET-UG score is mandatory for all BAMS seats at Yenepoya. AIQ seats are filled through AACCC counselling at aaccc.gov.in after NEET results are declared. Management quota seats are filled directly by Yenepoya. Candidates who have not appeared in NEET-UG 2026 are not eligible to apply for any seat category.
Ques. What is the total fee for BAMS at Yenepoya University?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 5.5-year BAMS programme is INR 21,39,000 paid in 5 annual installments. Hostel accommodation is optional at INR 60,000 per year. The one-time registration fee of INR 26,000 is payable separately at admission confirmation and is not included in the tuition total.
Ques. What is the BAMS programme structure at Yenepoya?
Ans. The BAMS programme at Yenepoya spans 4.5 years of academic study followed by 1 year of mandatory rotatory internship for a total of 5.5 years. The curriculum covers Samhita, Dravyaguna, Shalya Tantra, Panchakarma, and modern clinical subjects aligned with the AYUSH framework. Students rotate through all clinical departments during the internship year.
Ques. Is there a merit scholarship for BAMS at Yenepoya?
Ans. Yes, candidates securing a NEET All India Rank below 1000 for BAMS are eligible for a 50% fee concession under the Yenepoya Merit Scholarship. The scholarship is applicable from the first year and is renewed annually based on the student’s academic performance during the programme.
Ques. What career options are available after BAMS from Yenepoya?
Ans. BAMS graduates can register as Ayurveda physicians and practise at government hospitals, private clinics, or their own practice. Further study options include MD Ayurveda in various specialties. Opportunities also exist at Panchakarma therapy centres, wellness resorts, Ayurveda pharmaceutical companies, and in research roles at institutions focused on traditional medicine and herbal therapeutics.