BAMS in Gujarat 2024-25: Admission Procedure, Eligibility Criteria, Colleges, Fees, Counselling Details, etc.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) in Gujarat offers a unique and enriching educational experience for those interested in the ancient science of Ayurveda. This program aims to produce skilled Ayurvedic practitioners who can contribute to the holistic healthcare system. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced faculty, and a blend of traditional and contemporary teaching methods, pursuing a BAMS degree in Gujarat equips students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the field of Ayurveda.

In this article, you will learn about BAMS in Gujarat, eligibility criteria, admission process, top colleges, and the career opportunities awaiting graduates.

Highlights

Particulars	BAMS Course Details
Course Name	BAMS
Full Form	Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
Course Level	Undergraduate
Course Type	Full-Time
Course Duration	5.5 years Including 1 Year Internship
Admission Process	Entrance-Based
Eligibility Criteria	Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent exams in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English. General category candidates need at least 50% aggregate marks in PCB, while SC/ST/OBC candidates require a minimum of 40%. Age: Candidates must be at least 17 years old at the time of admission or turn 17 by December 31st of the admission year.
Total no. of seats	2000+
Total Colleges	28+
Entrance Test for BAMS	NEET-UG
Counselling	Gujarat Ayush NEET UG Counselling
Conducted Authority	Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses
Official Website	https://www.medadmgujarat.org/

About Gujarat

Gujarat is a state on the western coast of India.

Aspect	Description
Country	India
Capital	Gandhinagar
Districts	33 (5 Divisions)
Area	196,024 km2
Population	60,439,692 Approx
Founded	1 May 1960
Chief Minister	Bhupendrabhai Patel
Official Language	Hindi, Gujarati
Famous Tourists Spot	Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Gir, Ambaji, Somnath, Patan, Dwarka
Website	https://www.medadmgujarat.org/

Why study a BAMS in Gujarat?

The Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is a professional degree in Ayurvedic medicine offered in Gujarat. The course integrates traditional Ayurveda with modern medicine, providing a comprehensive education in both fields. It aims to produce competent Ayurveda practitioners who can contribute to the healthcare system by practising and promoting Ayurveda.

Admission Date 2024

Here is the Detail for the BAMS in Gujarat Admission Schedule 2024. Take a look.

Events	Dates
Release of application form	To be announced
Last date for registration	To be announced
Publication of list of registered candidates	To be announced
UP NEET choice filling date	To be announced
Round one seat allotment result	To be announced
Downloading allotment letter	To be announced
Online registrations	To be announced
Date of deposition of registration and security money	To be announced
Date of online document verification	To be announced
Date of release of merit list	To be announced
Choice filling date	To be announced
Round one result	To be announced
Downloading of allotment better	To be announced

Eligibility Criteria

1. NEET Qualification: Applicants must have qualified for the NEET Entrance Examination.
2. Domicile: Aspirants must have domicile status in Gujarat.
3. Educational Qualification:

• Completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology.
• English must be a compulsory subject.
• Minimum marks required:
  • 50% for General category
  • 40% for the SC/ST/OBC category
  • 45% for Physically Handicapped candidates

4. Age Criteria

• Candidates should be at least 17 years old as of 31 December.
• There is no upper age limit as per the current NEET guidelines, but candidates should verify if any updates or changes are announced by the authorities.

Eligibility Criteria for NRI/OCI/PIO Candidates for NEET Examination

Before applying for the NEET UG exam, NRI/OCI/PIO candidates need to meet the eligibility criteria. NEET UG is the only medical entrance exam that allows NRI students to gain admission to undergraduate Ayurved medical courses in India. Below are the key eligibility requirements:

1. Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 17 years old to appear in the NEET exam.
2. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have scored at least 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in their class 12 or equivalent exam.
3. Valid Passport: Candidates must hold a valid passport.
4. Domicile Requirement: NRI/OCI candidates are exempted from the domicile requirement applicable to resident Indian candidates.
5. NEET Qualification: Candidates must clear the NEET exam to gain admission to Ayurvedic colleges in India.
6. NRI Sponsor Criteria: Candidates applying under NRI sponsorship must have a real blood relation to the financial supporter, such as a mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, or uncle.

Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2024

Candidates can visit the official portal of the Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses to register for NEET 2024 Gujarat State Counselling. Below is the step-by-step process for counselling.

Step 1: Online Registration

1. Visit the official website of the Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses.
2. Click on the link for BAMS counselling registration and fill in the required details like roll no, contact information etc.
3. Create a login ID and password for future use

Step 2: Filling Application Form

1. Log in to the counselling portal using your registration credentials.
2. Upload the necessary documents such as NEET scorecard, passport-sized photograph, and signature.
3. Submit the choices within the stipulated time frame.

Step 3: Payment of Counselling Fee

1. Pay the required counselling fee online through the available payment methods (credit/debit card, net banking, etc).
2. Keep the receipt or transaction ID for future reference.

Step 4: Choice Filling and Locking

1. After successful payment, proceed to fill in the choices of colleges and courses.
2. Review and lock your choices before the deadline. Once locked, choices cannot be modified.

Step 5: Document Verification

1. Attend the document verification process at designated verification centres.
2. Present original documents such as NEET UG scorecard, 10+2 mark sheet, birth certificate, and domicile certificate for verification.

Step 6: Seat Allotment

1. The authorities will release the seat allotment results based on your NEET UG rank and choices filled.
2. Check the seat allotment list on the official counselling portal.

Step 7: Reporting to Allotted College

1. If you receive a seat allotment, report to the allotted college within the specified time period.
2. Complete the admission formalities, which include payment of fees and submission of documents.

Step 8: Second Round of Counselling (if applicable)

1. If you are not satisfied with the allotted seat or if you were not allotted a seat in the first round, you can participate in the second round of counselling.
2. Follow the same process of choice filling, document verification, and seat allotment.

Step 9: Mop-Up Round (if applicable)

1. Seats remain vacant after the first and second rounds, a mop-up round may be conducted and eligible candidates can participate in the mop-up round as per the guidelines.

Step 10: Admission Confirmation

1. Confirm your admission by paying the requisite fees and submitting all necessary documents at the college.
2. Obtain a confirmation letter from the college, which verifies your admission.

Documents Verification

Candidates allotted a seat in Gujarat NEET 2024 Counselling must report with the following documents to complete the admission formalities.

• NEET UG Admit Card
• NEET UG Scorecard
• 10+2 Mark Sheet and Certificate
• Birth Certificate
• Domicile Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-sized Photographs
• Aadhaar Card (or other ID proof
• Income Certificate (if applicable)

Seat Allotment

The seat allotment process involves multiple rounds:

First Round

• Seats are allotted based on your NEET-UG rank and preferences.
• Candidates must accept the seat and report to the allotted institute within the given timeframe.

Second Round

• Vacant seats from the first round are offered.
• Candidates who were not allotted seats in the first round or wish to upgrade can participate.

Mop-Up Round

• A final round to fill any remaining seats.
• Candidates who haven’t secured a seat yet can participate.

Top Government Ayurvedic Colleges in Gujarat

Still unsure about pursuing a BAMS in Gujarat at one of the top Government Ayurvedic medical colleges. Review the list below of top colleges in Gujarat.

Sr. No.	Name of Colleges	Establishment Year	Intake Capacity	Tuition Fee
1	Govt. Akhandanad Ayurvedic College, Ahmedabad	1965	94	40,000/-
2	Govt. Ayurvedic College, Junagadh	1969	75	2000/-
3	Govt. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Baroda	1956	75	2000/-
4	Institute of PG Training & Research. Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar	1967	125	2,91,000/-
5	Sheth J.P. Govt. Ayurvedic College Bhavnagar	1967	75	40,000/-
6	Sri Bala Hanuman Ayurved Mahavidyalaya Gandhi Nagar	1963	35	(G.Q- 2,71,000) (MQ-3,81,000)
7	JS Ayurvedic Mahavidyalaya College Nadiad	1938	100	2,64,000/-
8	State Model Institute Of Ayurveda Sciences Gandhinagar	2015	75	40,000/-
9	Indian Institute Of Ayurveda Research Center Rajkot	2016	100	GQ-2.91 L MQ-4.5 L
10	Dhanwantari Ayurved College Mahisagar	2014-15	50	GQ-2.71 L MQ-4.5 L

Top 10 Private Ayurvedic Colleges in Gujarat

Here, in this section Top private ayurvedic colleges are listed below.

Sr. No.	Name of Colleges	Established Year	Intake Capacity	Tuition Fee
1	Govindbhai Jorabhai Patil Ayurved Medical College Vidyanagar	2006	100	3,15,000/-
2	Parul Institute of Ayurveda, Vadodara	2006	100	GQ-2.4 MQ-3.59
3	Shri Swami Narayan Ayurvedic College Gandhinagar	2016	100	GQ-2.71 MQ-3.85
4	Murlidhar Ayurved College, Bhavnagar	2017	60	GQ-2.71 MQ-3.75
5	RK University Ayurvedic College & Hospital	2017	100	GQ-2.70 MQ-3.75
6	Bachubhai Govindbhai Garaiya Ayurved College	2017	60	GQ-2.81 MQ-3.85
7	Dr. Vasant Parikh Ayurvedic Medical College	1984	80	GQ-2.71 MQ-3.85
8	Gokul Ayurvedic College	2019	60	GQ-2.25L MQ-3.40L
9	Pioneer Ayurvedic College Vadodara	2019	60	GQ-2.71 MQ-3.85
10	Sardar Ayurved College Mehsana	2023	100	Rs. 2.71 L

Security Money

The candidates must pay security through a demand draft favouring the Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUMEC). The Demand Draft will be payable at the nodal office in Gandhinagar. The security money will be returned to the candidates after completing the admission procedure to Ayurvedic Medical College. The Security money will be paid at the time of the Document Verification. Below, we have mentioned the College Security Money for BAMS Admission:

• Rs. 20,000/- (Security Money for the general category)
• Rs. 10,000/- (Security Money for reserved category)

Reservation Criteria

The reservation criteria for BAMS admissions in Gujarat are outlined as follows:

Reservation Types	Reservation Types	Categories
Vertical Reservation	Other Backward Classes (OBC)	27%
	Scheduled Caste (SC)	7%
	Scheduled Tribe (ST) Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	15% 10%
Horizontal Reservation	Women Candidates	33%
	Physically Disabled	5%
	Freedom Fighters	2%
	Ex-Servicemen	1%
	NCC	1%

Document Required for NRI Candidates

• Admit Card of NEET-UG
• NEET-UG Score Card
• Provisional Allotment Letter
• Nationality Certificate/ Valid Indian Passport
• Birth Certificate (If not mentioned in the Metric Certificate. It needs to be in English.)
• 10+2 Certificate
• 10+2 Mark Sheet
• Class 10 Certificate
• Aadhar Card/ Passport/ PAN Card/ Driving License
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Transfer Certificate
• Migration Certificate
• Passport Size Color Photographs (total 8 in number)
• Demand Draft for Payment of Fees

If applicable:

• Caste Certificate
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
• Physical Disability Certificate (PWD)
• Gap Certificate

NRI Documents:

• Passport and Visa of Sponsorer
• Embassy Certificate
• Sponsorship Affidavit
• Relationship Affidavit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)