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Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research (IIAMR), Bangalore — BAMS Fees & Admission 2026

📌 Jayamahal Road (admin office) / Devanahalli (campus), Bengaluru, Bangalore · Estd 1989 · 60 seats · BAMS Colleges in Karnataka

Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research (IIAMR), Bangalore offers BAMS in Bangalore. Official Karnataka AYUSH 2025-26 fees, cut-off & admission below. NEET-UG required.

By , Founder & Lead Counsellor · Reviewed by Shijin Joy, Admissions Lead · Updated 27 June 2026

Quick Answer Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research (IIAMR), Bangalore (Jayamahal Road (admin office) / Devanahalli (campus), Bengaluru, Bangalore) offers BAMS. Per the official Karnataka AYUSH 2025-26 structure, the Government/KEA-merit seat is ₹75,000/year; management ₹4,00,000/year, NRI ₹6,00,000/year. NEET-UG required.

About Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research (IIAMR), Bangalore

The Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research (IIAMR), established in 1989 under the Sri Krishnarajendra Charitable Trust, is a private Ayurveda college in Bengaluru affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and recognised by NCISM and the Ministry of AYUSH. It offers the five-and-a-half-year BAMS programme (including a one-year internship) with an annual intake of 60 seats, supported by a teaching Ayurvedic hospital with departments such as Panchakarma, Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra, Shalakya Tantra and Swasthavritta for clinical training.

Affiliation / approval: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru; National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS).

Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine BAMS fees in Bangalore (2025-26, official AYUSH)

BAMS fee tiers at Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research (IIAMR), Bangalore per the official Karnataka Directorate of AYUSH / KEA 2025-26 fee structure (per year):

QuotaAnnual fee (2025-26)Route
Government / KEA-merit seat (NEET)₹75,000KEA state-quota seat
Management seat₹4,00,000Management quota
NRI seat₹6,00,000NRI quota
Govt-of-India / AIQ (15%)₹2,50,000All-India quota

💡 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: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English (min. 50% aggregate in PCB; 40% for reserved categories in Karnataka) plus a qualified NEET-UG score. Admission is through Karnataka counselling — KEA (state quota, code IIAMR), AYUSH AIQ (15%), and management/NRI seats.
  • 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

Is IIAMR Bangalore recognised by NCISM and RGUHS?
Yes. IIAMR is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru, and its BAMS course is approved by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
How many BAMS seats does IIAMR Bangalore offer?
IIAMR offers an annual intake of 60 BAMS seats. Admission requires a qualified NEET-UG score, with seats filled through KEA Karnataka state-quota counselling (code IIAMR), AYUSH all-India quota, and management/NRI quota.
When was IIAMR Bangalore established and who manages it?
The Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research was established in 1989 and is run by the Sri Krishnarajendra Charitable Trust, making it a private (trust-managed) Ayurveda institution in Bengaluru.
What is the BAMS fee at Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine?
Per the official Karnataka AYUSH 2025-26 fee structure, the Government/KEA-merit BAMS seat at Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and Research (IIAMR), Bangalore is ₹75,000/year; the management seat is ₹4,00,000/year and NRI ₹6,00,000/year. Confirm the current figure at KEA counselling.
Is NEET required for BAMS at Indian Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine?
Yes — BAMS admission in India requires a qualified NEET-UG score. Karnataka seats are then allotted via KEA AYUSH counselling (state quota) and the 15% All-India Quota.

Fees, scholarships & funding BAMS at Indian

Official fee tiers for Indian are listed in the fee table above. The government / KEA-merit seat is always the most affordable route at Indian 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 Bangalore, which are billed over and above the tuition shown above.

Bams admission 2026 at Indian: step by step

  1. Meet the eligibility (10+2 with the required subjects) and qualify NEET-UG.
  2. Register for NEET-UG followed by KEA AYUSH counselling counselling and pay the counselling fee/deposit.
  3. Fill your choice list carefully — list Indian at the right preference alongside realistic back-ups.
  4. Lock choices, then accept the allotment and report to Indian within the deadline.
  5. 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 Indian, Bangalore?

Indian 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 Bangalore 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 Indian, 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 Indian 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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