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KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre — BAMS Fees & Admission 2026

📌 Shahapur, Belagavi, Belagavi · Estd 1933 · 100 seats · BAMS Colleges in Karnataka

KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre offers BAMS in Belagavi. 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 KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre (Belagavi) is a deemed university offering BAMS. Its fees are set by the institution (not the KEA state-quota structure) and admission is via AACCC (deemed/All-India AYUSH counselling) plus management/NRI quota. NEET-UG required. Confirm the official fee with the college.

About KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre

KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Belagavi, established in 1933, is one of India's oldest Ayurveda institutions. A constituent unit of KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), a NAAC A+ accredited deemed-to-be-university, it is recognised by the NCISM. Located at Shahapur, Belagavi, the college offers the 5.5-year BAMS programme alongside MD/MS Ayurveda postgraduate specialisations and runs an attached Ayurveda hospital and research centre. It is noted as India's first AYUSH institution with both NAAC and NABH accreditation.

Affiliation / approval: KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), Belagavi (Deemed-to-be-University) — constituent unit; National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) — formerly CCIM, KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), Deemed-to-be-University, NAAC accredited (KAHER, A+ grade, 3rd cycle), NABH.

KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre BAMS fees (Belagavi) — deemed university

KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre is a deemed-to-be-university, so it is outside the Karnataka KEA state-quota fee structure. BAMS seats here are filled through AACCC (the AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee, which handles deemed-university and All-India AYUSH seats) plus the institution's own management/NRI quota — not KEA state counselling. Tuition is set by the university itself and is typically higher than the KEA private-college fee; it is not published in the KEA notification.

Fees: We don't publish an unverified figure for a deemed university. Confirm the official 2026 BAMS tuition, hostel and other charges directly with KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre or its admissions office before applying. Our counsellors can help you obtain the current official fee and plan your AACCC counselling.

BAMS eligibility

  • BAMS: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (plus English) from a recognised board, with a qualified NEET-UG score. Admission is through AYUSH counselling — KEA (Karnataka state quota), AACCC (All India Quota), and management/NRI seats. As an Ayurveda programme it is regulated by NCISM.
  • 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. Seats are filled purely on NEET rank through AACCC and management/NRI counselling — 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 Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Belagavi a deemed university college?
Yes. It is a constituent unit of KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), Belagavi, a deemed-to-be-university accredited with NAAC A+ grade, and is recognised by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM).
How many BAMS seats does the college offer and how do I get admission?
The college offers 100 BAMS seats (5.5-year course). Admission requires a qualified NEET-UG score, with allotment through AYUSH counselling — Karnataka state quota (KEA), All India Quota (AACCC), and management/NRI seats.
When was the college established and what postgraduate courses does it offer?
It was established in 1933, making it one of India's oldest Ayurveda colleges. Beyond BAMS it offers MD/MS Ayurveda postgraduate programmes across specialisations such as Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra, Panchakarma, Dravyaguna and Rasashastra, with an attached Ayurveda hospital and research centre.
What is the BAMS fee at KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda College?
As a deemed-to-be-university, KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre sets its own BAMS tuition — it is not covered by the Karnataka KEA state-quota fee structure. Seats are filled through AACCC (deemed/All-India AYUSH counselling) and the institution's management/NRI quota. We do not publish an unverified figure; confirm the official 2026 BAMS fee directly with the college.
Is NEET required for BAMS at KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda College?
Yes — BAMS admission in India requires a qualified NEET-UG score. As a deemed university, seats here are allotted via AACCC (deemed/All-India AYUSH counselling) and the institution's management/NRI quota.

Fees, scholarships & funding BAMS at KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C

As a deemed university, KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research Centre fills BAMS seats through AACCC (deemed/All-India AYUSH counselling) and its own management/NRI quota rather than KEA state counselling, and it sets its own tuition — so a strong NEET-UG rank improves your AACCC allotment and access to any merit concessions. 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 Belagavi, which are billed over and above the tuition shown above.

Bams admission 2026 at KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C: 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 KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C at the right preference alongside realistic back-ups.
  4. Lock choices, then accept the allotment and report to KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C 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 KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C, Belagavi?

KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C 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 Belagavi 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 KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C, 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 KAHER's Shri B.M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Post Graduate Studies and Research C 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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