Government Ayurveda Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Shivamogga — BAMS Fees & Admission 2026
📌 Sharavathi Nagar, near/opposite Circuit House, Sagara Road, Shivamogga, Shivamogga · Estd 2012 · 60 seats · BAMS Colleges in Karnataka
Government Ayurveda Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Shivamogga offers BAMS in Shivamogga. Official Karnataka AYUSH 2025-26 fees, cut-off & admission below. NEET-UG required.
By Krishna Pandey, Founder & Lead Counsellor · Reviewed by Shijin Joy, Admissions Lead · Updated 27 June 2026
About Government Ayurveda Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Shivamogga
Government Ayurveda Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Shivamogga is a state-government Ayurveda institution offering the undergraduate BAMS course. Its roots trace to an Ayurvedic hospital functioning within the Government District Hospital, Shivamogga since 1977; the dedicated college and teaching hospital was established around 2012, with BAMS admissions commencing in 2018. Affiliated to RGUHS, Bengaluru and approved by NCISM, it runs an attached Ayurvedic teaching hospital with OPD and IPD services. Admission is through NEET-UG followed by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) counselling for state-quota seats and the All-India Quota.
Affiliation / approval: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru; National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), New Delhi (formerly CCIM), Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru.
Government Ayurvedic College BAMS fees in Shivamogga (2025-26, official AYUSH)
BAMS fee tiers at Government Ayurveda Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Shivamogga per the official Karnataka Directorate of AYUSH / KEA 2025-26 fee structure (per year):
| Quota | Annual fee (2025-26) | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Government / KEA-merit (NEET) | ₹25,000 | State CAP counselling (KEA AYUSH) |
| Govt-of-India / AIQ (15%) | ₹2,50,000 | All-India quota (KEA/AACCC) |
💡 The Government/KEA-merit seat is the cheapest route, allotted on NEET rank via KEA AYUSH counselling — no donation. Source: official Karnataka AYUSH UG fee structure 2025-26. Confirm at counselling.
BAMS eligibility
- BAMS: Pass in 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry and Biology and English, plus a qualified NEET-UG score. Admission to government/state-quota seats is through KEA (Karnataka Examination Authority) AYUSH counselling; 15% All-India Quota seats are allotted via AACCC counselling.
- Admission requires a qualified NEET-UG score — no BAMS admission without NEET.
- Indian nationals; age & category norms as per National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) / RGUHS / Karnataka rules.
How to get BAMS admission
Qualify NEET-UG, then participate in KEA AYUSH counselling (Karnataka state quota), the 15% All-India Quota, and management/NRI quotas at private colleges. Government and KEA-merit seats are filled purely on NEET rank — no donation.
Career & scope after BAMS
BAMS graduates register as Ayurveda physicians, practise in clinics/hospitals or private practice, and can pursue MD/MS (Ayurveda), Panchakarma, pharma and wellness/research roles. BAMS is a 5½-year programme (4½ years + a 1-year internship).
Frequently asked questions
Fees, scholarships & funding BAMS at Government Ayurveda Medical
Official fee tiers for Government Ayurveda Medical are listed in the fee table above. The government / KEA-merit seat is always the most affordable route at Government Ayurveda Medical and is allotted purely on merit — so a strong rank is the single best way to cut your cost. For management or NRI seats, plan funding early: education loans are available from SBI (Scholar Loan), HDFC Credila, Axis and most banks via the Vidya Lakshmi portal, often covering tuition plus hostel. Reserved-category students (SC/ST/OBC/Category-1) can claim Karnataka fee-reimbursement and post-matric scholarships through the Social Welfare / Backward Classes departments, and EWS and central-sector scholarships further reduce the net cost. Budget separately for hostel, mess and one-time charges in Shivamogga, which are billed over and above the tuition shown above.
Bams admission 2026 at Government Ayurveda Medical: step by step
- Meet the eligibility (10+2 with the required subjects) and qualify NEET-UG.
- Register for NEET-UG followed by KEA AYUSH counselling counselling and pay the counselling fee/deposit.
- Fill your choice list carefully — list Government Ayurveda Medical at the right preference alongside realistic back-ups.
- Lock choices, then accept the allotment and report to Government Ayurveda Medical within the deadline.
- Carry originals: 10th/12th marksheets, NEET admit card & scorecard, ID, category & domicile certificates and the fee payment.
Admission is through NEET-UG followed by KEA AYUSH counselling and the All-India Quota. A round-by-round upgrade plan matters — many applicants lose a better seat by mis-ordering choices, so shortlist with the actual cut-off trend in mind.
Why choose Government Ayurveda Medical, Shivamogga?
Government Ayurveda Medical gives students hands-on clinical/practical exposure through its attached teaching facilities and a structured internship, which is what employers and PG-entrance examiners value most. Studying in Shivamogga adds the advantage of a established healthcare-education ecosystem, peer hospitals for postings, coaching for licensure/PG entrances, and good transport connectivity for students from across Karnataka and other states. When you shortlist Government Ayurveda Medical, weigh the fee tier you qualify for, the campus and hospital infrastructure, faculty strength and the internship stipend — not just the brand name.
After BAMS: internship, registration & higher studies
The programme includes a compulsory rotating internship, after which graduates register with the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the state board to practise. From there the common paths are MD/MS (Ayurveda), Panchakarma, and allied specialisations, or going straight into work — typical roles include Ayurveda clinical practice, hospital and Panchakarma roles, MD/MS (Ayurveda) specialisation, the wellness/pharma industry, teaching and research. Many Government Ayurveda Medical graduates also prepare during internship for PG-entrance exams or overseas licensure, so it pays to plan that timeline from the first year rather than the last.
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