Government Ayurveda College, Ernakulam Admission 2025: Dates, Registration, Fees, Eligibility

Government Ayurveda College, Ernakulam, is one of the foremost institutions in the field of Ayurveda education and research. The college is recognized by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) and has set procedures for admissions into various programs in Ayurveda. The institution, on the other hand, has a competitive quota-based admission, which guarantees only the most qualified are admitted.

Entry into the undergraduate program is mainly on merit, as evidenced by performance in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). Every year the NEET exam is held and candidates qualifying for this examination are eligible for admission into the BAMS program. The admission process for undergraduate courses is governed by Commissioner for Common Entrance Examinations, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

The postgraduate admissions at Government Ayurveda College are based on the scores obtained from either NEET PG or All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET). Through these standard examinations, the institution is able to select the most competent individuals to pursue specializations possible with the college.

Application Process

At Government Ayurveda College, Ernakulam, application varies by program:

For BAMS:

1. Qualify in the NEET exam with the required cutoff score.
2. Register for the state counseling process conducted by the Commissioner for Common Entrance Examinations, Thiruvananthapuram.
3. Complete the admission form and submit the same with the required documents.
4. Attend the counseling session in case that candidate is shortlisted.
5. Complete the admission formalities forgetting listed with documentation verification and payment of fees.

For MS/MD Programs:

1. Qualify for NEET PG or AIAPGET with a valid score.
2. Apply in the common counseling scheme for PG Ayurveda courses in Kerala.
3. Fill out the application form and attach the NEET PG/AIAPGET scorecard and requisite documents.
4. Attend the counseling process if shortlisted.
5. Complete the admission process including verification of documents and payment of fees in case of selection.

Degree wise Admission Process

BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery): The major area of specialization offered by the college, BAMS has a total intake of 63 approved students. Admission to this program is through NEET scores, which then lead to counseling by the Commissioner for Common Entrance Examinations, Thiruvananthapuram. The minimum qualification is 10+2 with Biology, Physics, and Chemistry as the main subjects.

MS/MD Programs: The college also offers various postgraduate programs with specific seat distribution:

1. MS Salyatantra: 5 seats
2. MD Kayachikitsa: 4 seats
3. MS Prasutitantra: 4 seats
4. MD Swasthavritta: 4 seats
5. MD Panchakarma: 4 seats
6. MD Rasasastra: 4 seats
7. MD Dravyaguna Vijnana: 4 seats
8. MS Salakyatantra: 4 seats

Admission is given to these programs based on scores obtained from NEET PG or AIAPGET exams. It is expected that applicants possess a BAMS degree or any recognized equivalent qualification by CCIM.

Diploma Programs: Additional special diploma courses offered by the college include:

• Manasik Swasthya Vigyan- Diploma: 2 seats
• Swasthavritta and Yoga Diploma: 2 seats
• Netra Rog Vigyan Diploma

Mandatory documents generally include:

• NEET/NEET PG/AIAPGET scorecard
• Marksheets and certificates of 10th and 12th
• BAMS degree certificate and mark sheets (for PG courses)
• Valid ID proof
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Medical fitness certificate
• Migration Certificate (if applicable)