Top 20 BAMS Colleges in Uttar Pradesh (Govt vs Private): Fee Structure, NEET Cutoffs & Admission Guide

Choosing the right Ayurveda college is one of the most crucial decisions for any medical aspirant after NEET. With growing global interest in traditional medicine and holistic healthcare, the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) has emerged as a top-tier medical career choice alongside MBBS and BDS.

If you are targeting Uttar Pradesh (UP) for your BAMS degree, you are looking at one of the best states for Ayurvedic education. UP houses prestigious national institutes like IMS BHU as well as top-rated state and private Ayurveda colleges.

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In this guide, we break down the Top 10 Government and Top 10 Private BAMS colleges in UP, complete with expected NEET cutoffs, tuition fee structures, and admission details.

🏛️ Top 10 Government BAMS Colleges in Uttar Pradesh

Government BAMS seats in UP are filled via two channels:

1. 15% All India Quota (AIQ): Conducted by AACCC (aaccc.gov.in).

2. 85% State Quota: Conducted by UP AYUSH Counseling (upayushcounseling.upsdc.gov.in).

Government colleges offer standard clinical exposure, heavily subsidized tuition fees, and high academic credibility.

Government BAMS Colleges Fee & Cutoff Table

College Name

Location

Approx. Annual Tuition Fee

Expected NEET Cutoff Rank (Gen)

Expected Score

1

IMS, Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

Varanasi

₹24,500 / year

AIR 25,000 – 35,000

600+

2

State Ayurvedic College & Hospital

Lucknow

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 30,000 – 50,000

550 – 580

3

Govt. Ayurvedic College & Hospital

Varanasi (Jagatganj)

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 50,000 – 70,000

520 – 550

4

Faculty of Ayurveda, AMU

Aligarh

₹55,000 – ₹60,000 / year

AIR 40,000 – 60,000

535 – 565

5

Lalit Hari Govt. Ayurvedic College

Pilibhit

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 70,000 – 90,000

495 – 525

6

Bundelkhand Govt. Ayurvedic College

Jhansi

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 75,000 – 95,000

490 – 520

7

Govt. Ayurved College & Hospital

Handia, Prayagraj

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 75,000 – 98,000

485 – 515

8

Swami Kalyandeo Govt. Ayurvedic College

Muzaffarnagar

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 80,000 – 1,02,000

480 – 510

9

Govt. Ayurved College & Hospital

Atarra, Banda

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 82,000 – 1,05,000

475 – 505

10

Sahu Ramnarain Murli Manohar Govt. College

Bareilly

₹19,000 (₹12,000 from 2nd yr)

AIR 85,000 – 1,10,000

470 – 500

Key Takeaway for Govt Seats: To secure a government BAMS seat in UP, general category candidates should target 470+ marks in NEET for state government colleges and 600+ marks for elite central universities like IMS BHU.

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🏫 Top 10 Private BAMS Colleges in Uttar Pradesh

Private Ayurveda colleges in UP are approved by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM). Fee structures for private institutes are regulated by the UP Fee Fixation Committee.

Unlike government colleges, private college admissions rely on securing a qualifying NEET percentile, making them an excellent path for students who scored between 140 and 320+ marks.

Private BAMS Colleges Fee & Cutoff Table

#

College Name

Location

Official Annual Tuition Fee

Expected NEET Cutoff Marks

1

Guru Gorakhnath Institute of Medical Sciences

Gorakhpur

₹3,00,000 / year

250 – 320+ Marks

2

Teerthanker Mahaveer Ayurvedic College

Moradabad

₹3,20,000 / year

220 – 280+ Marks

3

Naiminath Ayurvedic Medical College

Agra

₹3,00,000 / year

180 – 230+ Marks

4

Major S.D. Singh Ayurvedic Medical College

Farrukhabad

₹2,60,000 / year

200 – 250+ Marks

5

Institute of Ayush Medical Sciences (IAMS)

Lucknow

₹2,51,200 / year

180 – 240+ Marks

6

Rama Ayurvedic Medical College (Rama Univ.)

Kanpur

₹2,55,000 – ₹2,70,000 / year

170 – 220+ Marks

7

Shri Dhanwantri Ayurvedic Medical College

Mathura

₹2,60,000 / year

160 – 210+ Marks

8

Ishan Ayurved Medical College & Research Centre

Greater Noida

₹2,45,400 / year

160 – 210+ Marks

9

IIMT Ayurvedic Medical College

Meerut

₹2,39,200 / year

150 – 200+ Marks

10

Prabuddha Ayurvedic Medical College

Lucknow

₹2,45,700 / year

140 – 190+ Marks

⚠️ Important Considerations Before Taking Admission in Private BAMS Colleges

When budgeting for a private BAMS college, remember that the tuition fee is not the only cost. Most colleges have compulsory additional charges that candidates should factor in:

• Hostel & Mess Charges: Typically range between ₹80,000 – ₹1,50,000 per year depending on non-AC/AC room options.

• Security Deposit (Refundable): A one-time deposit of around ₹50,000 collected at the time of admission.

• Miscellaneous Charges: University exam fees, library fees, uniform costs, and development charges generally total ₹30,000 – ₹50,000 per year.

📋 Admission & Counseling Process (Step-by-Step)

1. NEET UG Qualification: You must score equal to or higher than the qualifying cutoff percentile specified by NTA for the current year.

2. State Registration: Register online at the official UP AYUSH portal (upayushcounseling.upsdc.gov.in).

3. Document Verification: Complete offline/online document verification at assigned Nodal Centers in UP.

4. Choice Filling: Select and lock your preferred colleges in order of priority.

5. Seat Allotment & Reporting: Report to the allotted college upon seat publication and submit the prescribed fees.

📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the minimum qualifying score for BAMS in UP?

For government colleges, a score above 470+ (General category) is necessary. For private BAMS colleges, qualifying the basic NEET cutoff percentile (usually 150–210 marks) is sufficient for counseling eligibility.

Q2. Is NEET mandatory for BAMS admission in UP?

Yes. As per Ministry of AYUSH guidelines, NEET UG qualification is 100% mandatory for both government and private BAMS colleges across India.

Q3. What is the total duration of the BAMS course?

The BAMS course lasts 5.5 years in total, comprising 4.5 years of academic study divided into professional terms, followed by 1 year of compulsory rotating internship.

Disclaimer: Cutoff ranks and marks vary annually based on exam difficulty, total candidate volume, and seat availability. Always cross-check active seat matrices and official fee circulars directly on the official UP AYUSH Counseling portal during choice filling.

Manpreet Sharma Sir

Ex-PW, Ex-Aakash, Ex-CP Kota, 10+ Years of Experience.

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