Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)

What is BAMS?

BAMS also known as Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery is an undergraduate course that provides a deep understanding and practical knowledge of Ayurveda which is one of the oldest traditional medical science and surgical systems that originated in India. BAMS combines the study of modern medicine with traditional Ayurvedic concepts and their principles, covering subjects like physiology, anatomy, herbal medicine, pharmacology, and pathology. In a current global scenario, the field of Ayurveda is growing rapidly in India as well as globally providing a huge number of career opportunities for medical students who want to study Ayurveda; some of these opportunities are Ayurvedic Doctor, Medical Representative, Counsellor/Teacher, Sales Manager/ Executive, Sales Executive/ Representative, Pharmacist and many more.

Nowadays, people are increasingly choosing Ayurveda over modern medicine, because of fewer side effects, and aims to completely eliminate the root cause of illness and support natural healing, along with several other benefits that are not found in modern medicine. Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery is much more affordable in terms of tuition as compared to other medical courses and hence provides an excellent opportunity for those who cannot afford the high costs of MBBS programs. After graduation, it depends on the doctors whether they use modern methods or traditional approaches to cure their patients.
Graduating from the BAMS course, students can pursue many postgraduate courses in the area of Ayurveda. Here are some highlights regarding BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery): -

If a student wants to become an Ayurvedic doctor/practitioner/teacher/counsellor etc. then BAMS will be a great choice for them.

BAMS Course

BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) is the first degree in Ayurveda, which has been treating humanity for thousands of years. The duration of this course is around 4.5 years and 1 year of compulsory internship. In this course, students can expect to study these subjects: -

The tuition fees of BAMS courses vary depending on whether the college is private or public. On an average, the course fee ranges from INR 200000/-to INR 250000/- per year. 
Many specialization courses are associated with BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) that are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and expertise in specific area which helps students or professionals to gain targeted skills and qualifications that will enhance their career, some of the BAMS specialization courses are listed below: -

• Padartha Vigyan
• Sharir Rachana
• Sharir Kriya
• Swasth Vritta
• Rasa Shastra
• Agad Tantra
• Rog & Vikriti Vigyan
• Charak Samhita
• Prasuti and Stri Roga
• Kaumara Bhritya
• Kayachikitsa
• Shallya Tantra
• Shalakya Tantra

BAMS Salary

Students who graduate from the BAMS Course can expect salary packages that vary according to their role, experience, location, and type of employer. Initially a BAMS doctor or practitioner can earn up to INR 20000/- to INR 40000/- per month in government hospitals, private clinics, or wellness centres. After a specialization course, postgraduate degree or experience earnings in this field can grow significantly.

Those who run their own clinics or experienced professionals may earn INR 50000/- to INR 1 Lakh/- or more per month. In some career opportunities like research, teaching, pharmaceutical companies, or abroad, can offer higher salary packages. As compared to MBBS, starting salaries in BAMS are not very large but the low course cost and growing demand of Ayurvedic treatments makes BAMS a promising career path in the long term.

Scope and Opportunities After BAMS

Career opportunities after pursuing BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) courses are expanding rapidly both nationally and internationally, due to the increasing demand for natural healthcare solutions. BAMS graduates can build their careers as an Ayurvedic doctor, medical officers, or consultants in private or public hospitals, wellness centres, Ayurvedic Resorts, or clinics. They can also enter other fields as well like in research as medical researcher, pharmaceutical manufacturing, healthcare management, or public health services. There are also many opportunities in academics as well as a lecturer or professor, on the other hand many choose to establish their own Ayurvedic Clinics or practices. After having a further specialization or professional study, career opportunities become even broader. Moreover, graduates can go to other countries that recognise Ayurveda as complementary or alternative medicine. Here are the 12 career and jobs opportunities after BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery): -

1. Ayurvedic Doctor 
2. Ayurvedic Physician 
3. Professor 
4. Therapist
5. Medical Representative
6. Pharmacist 
7. Clinical Trials Coordinator
8. Medical Officer Scientist
9. Research Assistant
10. Product Manager
11. Business Development Officer 
12. Assistant Claims Manager

Many companies hire BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) graduates. Here are some of the top companies: -

• Patanjali Ayurved Limited
• Dabur
• The Himalaya Drug Company
• Zandu Pharmaceuticals Works Limited
• Surya Herbal Limited
• Vicco Laboratories
• Charak Pharma Private Limited
• Emami Limited
• Hamdard Laboratories
• Baidyanath