Alternative Medicine (AYUSH)

Indigenous and traditional clinical healthcare pathways

Key Alternative Medicine (AYUSH) Divisions Highlighted

1. Degree Programs: BAMS (Ayurveda), BHMS (Homeopathy), BNYS (Naturopathy & Yoga), BUMS (Unani), and BSMS (Siddha) — all 5.5-year clinical degrees.

2. Key Entrance Exam: NEET-UG (compulsory for BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BSMS). Naturopathy (BNYS) accepts both NEET and Class 12 merit depending on the state.

3. Premier Institutions: AIIA Delhi (Ayurveda), NIA Jaipur, NIH Kolkata (Homeopathy), NIUM Bangalore (Unani), and SDM College Ujire (Naturopathy).

4. Career Opportunities: Government AYUSH Medical Officer, clinical practitioner, wellness resort director, natural therapist, and herbal pharmaceutical entrepreneur.