How to Become an Ayurvedic Doctor (BAMS - Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)?

 

How to Become an Ayurvedic Doctor (BAMS - Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)?

To become an Ayurvedic Doctor, a student must complete a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) degree, which is a 5.5-year course that includes Ayurvedic medicine, modern medical sciences, and surgery.

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Step 1: Choose the Right Subjects After 10th Standard

After 10th standard, a student must opt for the Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology). The required subjects are:
✅ Physics
✅ Chemistry
✅ Biology
✅ English and Hindi (compulsory for many entrance exams)

📌 Mathematics is optional, but some students take it to strengthen their analytical skills.

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Step 2: Complete 12th Standard with PCB

In 11th & 12th standard, students must focus on:
✔ Physics 
✔ Chemistry 
✔ Biology
✔ English and Hindi – (Compulsory for some universities)

📌 Minimum Requirement: At least 50% marks in PCB  in the 12th board exams.

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Step 3: Pass the NEET-UG Entrance Exam

For admission into BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery), students must qualify for NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Undergraduate).

Subjects in NEET-UG Exam

📌 NEET-UG covers subjects:
✔ Physics (Class 11 & 12 level)
✔ Chemistry (Class 11 & 12 level)
✔ Biology (Class 11 & 12 level - Botany & Zoology)

📌 NEET is mandatory for BAMS admission in India.

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Step 4: Get Admission into BAMS Course

Once you qualify for NEET-UG, you can apply for BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) in Government & Private Ayurvedic Colleges.

📌 Course Duration: 5.5 years (4.5 years academic + 1-year internship)

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Step 5: Register & Practice as an Ayurvedic Doctor

After completing BAMS, graduates can:
✅ Work as Ayurvedic Doctors in hospitals, wellness centers, or private clinics.
✅ Open their own Ayurvedic Clinic or Panchakarma Center.
✅ Work in Government AYUSH Hospitals, Research, or Teaching.
✅ Pursue higher studies like MD/MS in Ayurveda.

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Summary of the Process

1️ After 10th → Choose PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
2️ After 12th → Pass NEET-UG Exam
3️ Get Admission in BAMS (5.5 years including internship)
4️ Register as an Ayurvedic Doctor & Start Practicing
5️ Optional: Specialization in Panchakarma, Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra (Surgery), or Research

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