Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery [BUMS] (Unani) (Kamil-E-Tibb-O-Jarahat)

Zulfequar Haider Unani Medical College and Hospital (ZHUMCH), Siwan, Bihar, established in 1979, offers a CCIM-approved Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery spanning 4.5 academic years plus a mandatory one-year internship, with an intake of 50 seats. Affiliated with B.R. Ambedkar Bihar University, admission is through NEET-UG and Bihar AYUSH counselling by BCECEB. Total academic tuition amounts to INR 9.45 Lakhs over the programme.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).

Zulfequar Haider Unani BUMS Fees 2026

• Fee structure is subject to revision at the start of each academic session.
• Hostel and mess charges are billed separately from tuition fees.

Zulfequar Haider Unani BUMS Admission 2026

• Bihar AYUSH NEET counselling is conducted by BCECEB at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
• Candidates must produce a valid NEET-UG 2026 scorecard at the time of counselling.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects.
• Minimum aggregate of 50% marks in PCB for general category candidates (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per CCIM norms).
• Minimum age of 17 years by December 31 of the year of admission.
• Valid NEET-UG 2026 score mandatory for all categories under AYUSH admissions.

Admission Process

• Register and appear for NEET-UG conducted by NTA on the scheduled exam date.
• Check NEET-UG result and All India Rank on the official NTA portal.
• Register for Bihar AYUSH NEET counselling through BCECEB at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
• Fill and lock college and course preferences during the counselling choice-filling window.
• Accept the allotted seat and pay the counselling acceptance fee within the deadline.
• Report to ZHUMCH Siwan with original documents for verification and tuition fee payment.

✓ Opt for this if

• Bihar domicile seeking CCIM-approved BUMS in Siwan district
• Interested in Unani system of medicine and traditional healthcare practice
• NEET score qualifies for Bihar AYUSH counselling at a private Unani college
• Affordable total fee under INR 10 Lakhs fits the education budget
• Career plan is to practice Unani medicine in Bihar or North India

✗ Skip if

• Aiming for MBBS or BDS and willing to retake NEET for a higher score
• Seeking a college with strong research output in AYUSH or herbal medicine
• Preference for a Unani college in a major city with industry proximity
• Career plan requires an allopathic degree recognised internationally

Zulfequar Haider Unani BUMS Scholarships 2026

• NSP scholarship applications are submitted via the National Scholarship Portal annually.
• MAEF scholarship details are available on the official MAEF website.

Zulfequar Haider Unani BUMS FAQs

Ques. What is the total BUMS fee at Zulfequar Haider Unani Medical College Siwan?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the BUMS academic programme at ZHUMCH, Siwan, is INR 9,45,000. Fees for Years 1 to 3 are INR 2,10,000 per year and increase to INR 3,15,000 per year from Year 4 onward. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately. Fee figures are subject to revision each academic session and candidates should confirm with the college before admission.

Ques. Which university is Zulfequar Haider Unani Medical College affiliated with?

Ans. Zulfequar Haider Unani Medical College and Hospital, Siwan, is affiliated with B.R. Ambedkar Bihar University and approved by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM). The BUMS degree is awarded by B.R. Ambedkar Bihar University, and graduates can register with the Bihar State Board of Indian Medicine to practice Unani medicine across India.

Ques. How is BUMS admission done at ZHUMCH Siwan through NEET-UG?

Ans. BUMS admission at ZHUMCH, Siwan, is done through NEET-UG, which is mandatory for all AYUSH courses since 2020. Bihar AYUSH NEET counselling is conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Candidates register, fill college preferences, and receive seat allotment based on their NEET-UG 2026 score and category. A valid NEET-UG scorecard is required at all counselling stages.

Ques. What is the duration of BUMS at Zulfequar Haider Unani Medical College?

Ans. The BUMS programme at Zulfequar Haider Unani Medical College and Hospital, Siwan, spans 4.5 academic years followed by a mandatory one-year compulsory rotating internship, making the total programme duration 5.5 years. The academic curriculum covers Unani pharmacology, Ilmul Advia, Amraz and Ilajat, Jurhat, and clinical practice at the attached hospital throughout the programme.

Ques. What career options are available after BUMS from ZHUMCH Siwan?

Ans. BUMS graduates from ZHUMCH, Siwan, can register with the Bihar State Board of Indian Medicine and practice as Unani doctors in hospitals, clinics, and community health centres. Other options include government AYUSH posts in Bihar, roles in Unani pharmaceutical companies, research positions at CCIM-recognised institutions, and teaching positions at registered Unani medical colleges. Graduates may also pursue MD Unani for specialisation.

Ques. What scholarships are available for BUMS students at ZHUMCH Siwan?

Ans. BUMS students at ZHUMCH, Siwan, can apply for the Maulana Azad Education Foundation (MAEF) scholarship for Muslim minority students in professional programmes. SC/ST/OBC/Minority students can also apply for NSP Post-Matric Scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal. Bihar state scholarships are available for SC/ST/BC students with Bihar domicile. Scholarship applications open at the start of each academic year.