BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) Comparison with other courses

Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is a 5-year UG course that focuses on the study of Ayurveda, an ancient system of Medicine with roots in the Indian subcontinent. 

BAMS covers various aspects of Ayurvedic Medicine, modern medical science, and surgery. BAMS course aims to integrate traditional Ayurvedic practices with contemporary medical knowledge, enabling graduates to diagnose and treat patients using a holistic approach. Students learn about herbal medicine, diet, lifestyle changes, and therapies to promote health and well-being. 

Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS) is a 5.5-year UG course centred on the study and practice of Homeopathy, a system of alternative medicine founded on the principle of treating patients with highly diluted substances to stimulate the body's natural healing processes. 

BHMS students receive a comprehensive education in homeopathic philosophy, materia medica, repertory, and clinical training, along with basic medical sciences like anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology.

BDS, i.e., Bachelor of Dental Surgery is one of the most prominent courses after MBBS. Students who wish to see themselves as Dentist in the future opt for this course. It is a 5-year bachelor's program, including 1 year of compulsory internship.

Admission to any BDS institute is based on the NEET UG scores only. The Dental Council of India (DCI) regulates the curriculum of this course.

Course Level

UG

UG

Course Duration

5 years

5.5 years

Course Fee

INR 20,000 - INR 3 Lakh

INR 1.5 Lakh - INR 3 Lakh

Admission Criteria

Entrance-Based

Entrance-Based

Eligibility Criteria

Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) subjects and 50% to 60%.

Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) subjects and 50% to 60%.

Entrance Exams

NEET

NEET

Popular Colleges

Banaras Hindu University, Dr D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Parul University, etc.

Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth, Parul University, MUHS, Kerala University of Health Sciences, etc.

Job Profiles

Business Development Officer, Ayurvedic Doctor, Category Manager, Resident Medical Officer, Jr. Clinical Trial Coordinator, Medical Representative, etc.

Homoeopathic Doctors, Public Health Specialists, Private Practitioners, Pharmacists, etc.

Average Salary

INR 3 LPA - INR 15 LPA

INR 4 LPA - INR 7 LPA

Top Recruiters

Government/Private Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Ayurvedic Clinics, Own Businesses, Wellness Centres, etc.

Bharat Homeopathic, Avontix Solution Private Limited, Patanjali Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd, Bharat Homeopathic, Positive Health Science Pvt. Ltd

Course Level

UG

UG

Course Duration

5 years

5 Years (4 Years + 1 Year of Mandatory Internship)

Course Fee

INR 20,000 - INR 3 Lakh

INR 50,000 – 12,00,000

Admission Criteria

Entrance-Based

Entrance-Based

Eligibility Criteria

Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) subjects and 50% to 60%.

Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) subjects and 50% to 60%.

Entrance Exams

NEET

NEET UG

Popular Colleges

Banaras Hindu University, Dr D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Parul University, etc.

Job Profiles

Business Development Officer, Ayurvedic Doctor, Category Manager, Resident Medical Officer, Jr. Clinical Trial Coordinator, Medical Representative, etc.

Dentists, Dental officers in Defense Services, Dentists in Indian Railways, Lecturers, Researchers, etc.

Average Salary

INR 3 LPA - INR 15 LPA

INR 3 LPA - INR 9 LPA

Top Recruiters

Government/Private Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Ayurvedic Clinics, Own Businesses, Wellness Centres, etc.

Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Educational Institutes, Dental Product Manufacturers etc.

Education

Class 12 in Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) subjects.

Class 12 in the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Biology

Minimum Aggregate Percentage

50%

50%

Age Limit

17

17

Entrance Exam

NEET

NEET

Conducting Body

National Testing Agency

Mode of exam

Offline

Exam Syllabus 

The NEET syllabus includes Physics, Chemistry and Biology topics from Class 11 and 12

Year 1

• Padartha Vigyan And Ayurved Itihas
• Sanskrit
• Kriya Shareera
• Rachana Shareera

• Homeopathic Pharmacy
• Homoeopathic Materia Medica
• Homoeopathic Materia Medica
• Anatomy
• Histology
• Embryology

Year 2

• Dravyaguna Vigyan
• Roga Nidan
• Rasashastra Evam Bhaishajyakalpana
• Bhaishajyakalpana

• Obstetrics & Gynaecology Infant Care and Homoeo Therapeutics
• The Practice of Medicine and Homeo Therapeutics
• Surgery including ENT, Eye Dental, and Homoeo therapeutics
• Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
• Pathology and Microbiology including Parasitology Bacteriology and Virology 
• Homoeopathic Materia Medica
• Organon of Medicine and Principles of Homoeopathic Philosophy

Year 3 

• Agadtantra
• Swasthavritta
• Prasooti Tantra And Stri Roga
• Kaumarbhritya Parichaya

• Organon of Medicine
• Homoeopathic Materia Medica
• Research Project
• Surgery including ENT, Ophthalmology & dental & Homoeotherapeutics
• The Practice of Medicine & Homoeo Therapeutics

Year 4

• Kayachikitsa
• Panchakarma
• Shalya Tantra
• Shalakya Tantra

• Organon of Medicine
• Repertory
• Community Medicine
• Homoeopathic Materia Medica 
• The Practice of Medicine & Homoeo Therapeutics

Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University)

28.88 L

Parul University

16.11 L

Kerala University of Health Sciences

2.48 L - 2.75 L

SGT University, Gurgaon

15.72 L

MUHS

1.15 L

Rama University, Kanpur

10.64 L

Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya

2.72 L

College of Ayurved, Bharati Vidyapeeth

22.5 L

IIMT University

10.78 L

Parul University

5.26 L

MUHS

1.5 L

RKDF University, Bhopal

6.57 L

Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences

2.93 L

Parul University

5.26 L

Padmashree Dr.D.Y.Patil Homoeopathic Medical College

9.9 L

Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital

14.04 K

Physicians/BAMS Doctors

INR 7.4 LPA

Clinical Research Associates

INR 4.3 LPA

Drug Manufacturers

INR 2.9 LPA

Health Supervisor/Therapists

INR 3.4 LPA

Medical Supervisors

INR 2.6 LPA

Homeopathic Doctor

INR 3.4 LPA

Public Health Specialist

INR 11.3 LPA

Private Practitioner

INR 6.5 LPA

Pharmacist

INR 2.6 LPA

Teacher/Lecturer

INR 6.5 LPA

MD

MD (Doctor of Medicine) is a postgraduate specialization pursued after completing MBBS, focusing on advanced medical knowledge and clinical training in specialized fields.

Master of Surgery

Master of Surgery (MS) is a postgraduate specialization pursued after completing MBBS, focusing on advanced surgical training and expertise in various surgical disciplines.

MBA in Hospital Management

The MBA in Hospital Management is a specialized PG course designed to equip healthcare professionals with the managerial skills and knowledge needed to effectively run healthcare facilities.

Clinical Research courses

Clinical Research courses are designed to train healthcare professionals and researchers in the methodologies and regulations governing clinical trials and research studies.

Public Health Management courses

Public Health Management courses are tailored to equip professionals with the skills needed to address public health challenges effectively.