BAMS - Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery

Traditional Indian medicine degree - ancient wisdom for modern healing

5.5 Years Duration
₹3-20L+ Salary Range
NEET Entrance Exam

Program Overview

Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is a comprehensive undergraduate degree program in Ayurveda, India's ancient system of medicine. This 5.5-year program combines traditional healing wisdom with modern medical knowledge, preparing students to become holistic healthcare practitioners.

BAMS graduates are trained in the principles of Ayurveda, including herbal medicine, panchakarma therapies, and traditional diagnostic methods, while also gaining knowledge of modern medical sciences and surgical techniques.

Holistic Approach: BAMS combines 5000-year-old Ayurvedic wisdom with modern medical science, offering a unique perspective on health and healing that treats the whole person.

BAMS Ayurveda

Program Details

Duration

5.5 years (4.5 years + 1 year internship)

Eligibility

12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology

Entrance Exam

NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)

Focus Areas

Ayurvedic principles, herbal medicine, traditional treatments

Salary Insights

Starting Salary

₹3-6 lakhs/year

Fresh BAMS graduates in clinics and hospitals

Mid-Career

₹8-15 lakhs/year

Experienced Ayurvedic practitioners

Senior Level

₹20+ lakhs/year

Senior consultants and wellness center owners

Career Opportunities

Ayurvedic Doctor

Practice in Ayurvedic clinics and hospitals

Private Practice

Establish your own Ayurvedic clinic

Government Health Services

Work in government Ayurvedic hospitals

Ayurvedic Research

Research in traditional medicine and herbs

Academic Career

Teaching in Ayurvedic colleges and universities

Wellness Centers

Work in wellness resorts and spa centers