B.A.M.S.

BAMS stands for Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery. BAMS is an undergraduate degree programme designed to make students familiar with the concepts of Ayurveda and use them for the treatment of patients. BAMS incorporates Ayurveda with the ideas of modern medicines, and students are taught a combination of both as part of the course curriculum.Ayurveda is one of the oldest systems of medicine and traces its roots to Vedic times. It is based on the curative properties of herbs, and its treatments are known for the natural elements they contain.Considered an alternate treatment method, the Ayurveda medicine system not only cures and prevents an ailment but also reduces the frequency with which diseases enter the human body. It utilises the self-healing system of the body.Currently, this alternative method of healing is being accepted by people worldwide. Even the World Health Organisation has provided a worldwide forum for promoting traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda. Therefore, the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) as a course has opened up many promising opportunities for students.

Check out the quick BAMS course highlights below in the table: 

Following BAMS, candidates will have the chance to serve in prestigious government agencies and hospitals. This government employment cost as much as a doctor's wage. After graduating from BAMS, the Indian government permits the degree holders to open their Ayurvedic pharmacy or clinic. Following BAMS, students can obtain a PhD or MD in Ayurveda or related fields and work for top Ayurvedic companies and brands like Himalaya. In addition to job possibilities and career opportunities, learning BAMS would include understanding Ayurveda's roots and applications of our daily lives, which will aid in the transition to a healthy lifestyle.

Ayurveda is an ancient method of treating sickness or illness. It is well known all over the world. Since the World Health Organization (WHO) has offered avenues to spread Ayurveda, BAMS provides students with career opportunities both in India and abroad.

BAMS is most apt for students who have a keen interest in the Medicine industry and would love to explore alternative treatment methods. Students who aspire to build their career in the field of Ayurveda should have the below-mentioned skillset:

• To pursue BAMS course in Indian colleges/ universities, aspirants should clear Class XII in Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) subjects.
• In most cases, the minimum percentage of students require in Class XII to be eligible for BAMS course admissions is 50% to 60%. However, the minimum percentage criteria change depending on a college/ university policy.
• Some universities may also have a minimum age bar as their BAMS eligibility criteria.

Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria have to appear for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and qualify for it. Admission to the BAMS course is through centralised counselling based on the NEET merit list.

NEET is used to determine admission to BAMS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test). Many medical programmes, including BAMS, now require this entry test. Following NEET, BAMS aspirants will be eligible to receive a centralised counselling invitation to select a college based on their results. After that, colleges can conduct a personal interview round to narrow down the candidates further.

The BAMS course does not offer any specialisations. Postgraduate programmes in Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery require candidates to choose domains. M.S. (Master of Surgery) (Ayurveda) and M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) are two of these programmes (Ayurveda).

In MS (Ayurveda) and MD (Ayurveda) programmes, candidates can choose from the specialisations mentioned below.

• Padartha Vigyan

• Sharir Rachana

• Sharir Kriya

• Swasthavritta

• Rasa Shastra

• Agad Tantra

• Rog Vikriti Vigyan

• Charak Samhita]

• Prastuti and Stri Roga

• KaumaraBhritya

• Kayachikitsa

• Shallya Tantra

• Shalakya Tantra

• Charak Samhita

BAMS is a five year and 6-month long bachelor degree course. The course duration includes 4.5 years of academic sessions and one year of internship. The 4.5 years of educational sessions are divided into three professional courses of 1.5 years each. In the first professional course, students are taught about the following subjects:

• History of the Ayurvedic system
• Basic principles of Ayurveda
• Anatomy
• Physiology

In the second professional course, students are taught about subjects such as:

• Toxicology 
• Pharmacology 
• Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical Science

In the third and final professional course, students are taught about modern medicine subjects such as:

• Modern anatomy
• Principle of surgery
• ENT
• Skin
• Obstetrics 
• Gynaecology
• Paediatrics
• Internal Medicine

The fee structure for BAMS colleges depends depending on whether they are public or private. The cost of a course often varies by jurisdiction. Aspirants should, however, look at the table below to get a sense of the fee structure.

In the past, there were majorly two options available for freshly graduated Ayurveda doctors – higher studies or personal practice by opening a clinic. However, these days there are a plethora of job opportunities available for BAMS graduates in both public and private sectors. Some of the industries in which students can look forward to making a career after clearing BAMS are:

Take a look at different job opportunities available for BAMS graduates below:

• Physician: Before students start their clinical practice, it is always advised to work under some senior practitioners to gain relevant experience. Along with regular exercise under a practitioner, students can opt for specialised practice (such as treatment for spinal disorders, skin diseases, etc.) after gaining complete knowledge.     
• Teacher: If a student wishes to build their career in teaching, it becomes necessary to complete post-graduation. For post-graduation, students can choose to pursue either MD or postgraduate diplomas in any subject of their choice. Once students have their post-graduation degree, they can join any government or private college as a lecturer.
• Manager: Students who wish to enter into management can pursue courses such as Masters in Public Health (MPH), Masters in Health Administration (MHA), and MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management. Such courses are in great demand and offer promising employment opportunities for students.
• Clinical Research Associate: These days, many universities have different postgraduate courses in clinical research. Students can pursue such courses to secure a job as a Clinical Research Associate in the research units of other pharmaceutical companies.  
• Drug Manufacturer: Manufacturing of Ayurveda medicines and related products such as cosmetics is a booming business these days. To make a career in the field, students can choose to pursue courses such as MSc in Pharmaceutical Medicine and Diploma in Herbal Medicinal Manufacturing after completing the BAMS course.
• Health Supervisor/ Therapist: Many international tourists look towards taking natural Ayurveda treatments in health resorts and spa centres across India. Tourists usually prefer natural therapies for arthritis, obesity, migraine, premature ageing, skin diseases, high cholesterol, and diabetes. BAMS students can opt to work as supervisors in such health centres of various hotels and resorts. Students can also open their health centre. 
• Medical Supervisor: This option includes working as a medical supervisor in companies that prepare Ayurveda medicines.

When it comes to hiring, government and private hospitals are the major recruiters for BAMS graduates. However, top recruiters that offer jobs to Ayurveda practitioners other than hospitals are mentioned below:

• BAMS graduates earn between INR 4,00,000 and INR 12,00,00 per year.

   

• BAMS graduates are well compensated in government organisations, while in the private sector, the remuneration of BAMS graduates varies greatly depending on the employer, ranging from INR 4,00,000 to INR 8,00,000.

   

• Salary is determined by a person's talents, experience in the area, job description, and other factors.

   

• Below is a table with specific information on wage statistics based on: experience and job profile:

Below is the table showing the salary data of BAMS qualified candidates based on their experience level in the field:

Below is the table showing the salary data of BAMS qualified candidates based on their job profile in the field:

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