BAMS Syllabus 2024: Subjects, Semester Wise, Year Wise, Books, Specialization

BAMS is an undergraduate program that teaches students about Ayurvedic principles, Ayurvedic medicine, diagnosis, treatment, and more through a combination of theoretical and practical aspects. BAMS syllabus offers a comprehensive approach to healthcare education through Ayurvedic principles and modern medicine. Students should note that the syllabus might differ with institutions and they must check with their respective colleges beforehand.

Throughout the coursework, the syllabus covers topics like Kriya Sharir, Vyadhi Vigyan, Swasthavritta, Panchakarma, and more. Additionally, the BAMS syllabus is curated in such a way that it enables the learners to not only cure disease and ailment but also to improve the immunity of the human body and prevent the frequency of ailments.

The BAMS course covers a wide range of subjects in the field of Ayurveda. The BAMS syllabus has been divided into four different parts (referred to as First Professional, Second Professional and so on) by the Central Council of Indian Medicine. The students generally have to study 5 subjects every year with Sanskrit being one of the compulsory subjects. BAMS course duration is 5 years and 6 months (5.5 years) with a 12-month compulsory internship.

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Table of Content

BAMS Subjects
BAMS Syllabus
Year Wise Syllabus

3.1 First Year

3.2 Second Year

3.3 Third Year

3.4 Fourth Year

Courses Beneficial for BAMS Students
BAMS Specializations
BAMS Syllabus: FAQs

BAMS Subjects

BAMS syllabus contains core subjects offering comprehensive education by covering various topics and blending Ayurvedic principles with modern medical sciences. The following table mentions the core subjects present in the BAMS syllabus.

BAMS Subjects	Topics Covered
Padartha Vigyan and Ayurveda Ithihas	Ayurveda Nirupana, Dravya Vigyaniyam, Samanya Vigyaniyam, Gunavigyaniyam, Karya-Karan Siddhanta, Globalisation of Ayurveda
Kriya Sharir	Doshas, Prakriti, Ahara, Dhatus, Malas, Physiology of body systems
Rachna Sharir	Sira, Dhamani and Shrotas Shaarira, Garbha Shaarira, Kostha evam Ashaya Shaarira, Shariropkramaniya Shaarira, Embryology, Surface and Radiological Anatomy
Dravyaguna Vigyan	Rasa, Karma, Mishraka Gana, Annapurna Varga, Dravyas, Pharmacology
Roga Nidana	Dosh Dushyadi Vigyan, Pariksh Vigyan, Nidana Panchaka Vigyan, Basic Pathology and Diseases, Principles of Laboratory Tests
Rasashastra	Rasa Dravyas, Ksharas, Lavanas, Asava, Arishtha, pharmaceutical equipments
Nisargopachara	Fundamental concepts, Hydrotherapy, Mud Therapy, Detoxification, Diet and Nutrition
Kaumarbhritya Parichaya and Balaroga	Child Growth and Development, Neonatal Care, Balagraha, Bal Chikitsa
Panchakarma	Purvakarma, Pradhana Karma, Paschat Karma, Clinical Applications
Shalya Tantra	Basic Principles of Surgery, Shastra, Poorva and Paschat Karma, Pradhana Karma

BAMS Syllabus

BAMS stands for Bachelor of Ayurvedic, Medicine and Surgery, which offers candidates with the skills and knowledge in Ayurveda as well as ayurvedic medicine. Check out the syllabus for the BHMS course in the table below.

First Year Syllabus	Second Year Syllabus
Ayurveda Nirupana	Dravya
Pratyaksha Pariksha	Mishraka Gana
Pariksha	Basic Pathology
Dravya Vigyan Niyam	Prabhava
Anumanapariksha	Vyadhi Vigyan
Samavaya Vigyanam	Diseases of Rasa Vaha Srotas
Hematology	-
Third Year Syllabus	Fourth Year Syllabus
Ritucharya	Snehana
Janapadodhwamsa	Virechana Karma
Dinacharya	Nirjantukarana
Pancha Kosha Theory	Bhya Snehana
Epidemiology	Physiotherapy
Garbha Vigyana	Marma
Preventive Geriatrics	Kshara and Kshara Karma

BAMS Subjects: Year Wise

Check out the year wise syllabus for the BAMS program, in the sections below.

BAMS First Year Subjects

Ayurveda Nirupana	Dravya Vigyan Niyam
Pratyaksha Pariksha	Anumanapariksha
Pariksha	Samavaya Vigyanam

BAMS Second Year Subjects

Dravya	Vyadhi Vigyan
Mishraka Gana	Diseases of Rasa Vaha Srotas
Basic Pathology	Hematology
Prabhava	-

BAMS Third Year Subjects

Ritucharya	Epidemiology
Janapadodhwamsa	Garbha Vigyana
Dinacharya	Preventive Geriatrics
Pancha Kosha Theory	-

BAMS Fourth Year Subjects

Snehana	Physiotherapy
Virechana Karma	Marma
Nirjantukarana	Kshara and Kshara Karma
Bhya Snehana	-

BAMS Teaching Methodology

The BAMS curriculum employs different teaching methods to facilitate the teaching-learning process. Along with lectures and core subjects, the students are taught lab practicals for better understanding of the subjects. Apart from practicals, the following teaching methodology and strategies are also applied in general:

Group Projects
Traditional Classroom-Based Teaching
Practical Lab Sessions
Talks from guest speakers
Seminars
Internships

BAMS Projects

BAMS projects are handed out to students for practical learning of theoretical topics. They help the students in gaining first-hand experience and skills to manage medical work. Some popular BAMS projects are:

Documentation and validation of traditional activities, and folklores in connection with human and veterinary use
Examination of Medical and Ayurveda explanation in non-Ayurveda literature such as Vedas, Puranas, Samhitas, Sanskrit literature, and so forth
Specific diseases and study of Shat Kriya Kala. Establishing a correlation in the clinical, pathological and biochemical and immunological and molecular markers
Analyses of drug and drug interaction between ayurvedic drugs and allopathic drugs

BAMS Books

There are many BAMS books written by renowned authors for better understanding of concepts. They are available both online and offline. BAMS first year books mainly focus on the understanding of fundamental concepts. Some of the most relevant books are mentioned below.

Name Of The Book	Author
Sanskrita Ayurveda Sudha	Dr B. L. Gaur
Psycho Pathology in Indian Medicine	Dr. S.P. Gupta
History of Indian Medicine (1-3 part)	Dr. Girindra Nath Mukhopadhyaya
Indian Medicine in the Classical Age Acharya	Priyavrata Sharma
Ayurvedic Human Anatomy	Prof. Dr. Giridhar M. Kanthi

Online Courses Beneficial for BAMS Students

Yoga Courses	Homeopathy Courses	Immunology Courses
Paramedical Courses	Nursing Courses	Physiotherapy Courses
Psychology Courses	Pharmacy Courses	Vocational Courses
Medical Courses	Hospital Management Courses	Optometry Courses
Clinical Research Courses	Dietitian Courses	Dentistry Courses
Astrology Courses	Occupational Therapy Courses	Dermatology Courses

BAMS Specializations

There are various specializations available for candidates pursuing the BAMS course. Check out some of the top specializations available for the BAMS students, in the section below –

BAMS Specialization	Details
Padartha Vigyan	Padartha Vigyan is all about Physical Science. In this course, you will explore the study of physics related to Ayurvedic, Medicine and Surgery.
Sharir Rachana	Sharir Rachana is primarily a branch of Ayurveda, which provides knowledge on the structure of the human body.
Sharir Kriya	In the Sharir Kriya part, candidates learn about the human body along with its physiological norms, and the functioning of the human body when it is in its normal state.
Swasthavritta	Swasthavritta is primarily a branch of Ayurveda dealing with the prevention of diseases via a holistic approach through hygiene, diet, Naturopathy and yoga.
Rasa Shastra	Rasa Shastra is known as the “Science of Mercury” where candidates learn knowledge on various materials called Rasa dravyas.
Agad Tantra	In the Agad Tantra chapter, candidates Study poisons, their clinical manifestation, diagnosis of acute, and their action.
Rog & Vikriti Vigyan	Rog and Vikriti Vigyan is a very important section of the Ayurvedic department, which focuses on diagnostics aspects, dealing with both relevant modern investigations, and ancient methods of diagnosis.
Charak Samhita	In the Charak Samhita section, candidates learn the ancient theories of the human body, therapeutics for a wide range of diseases, symptomatology, etc.
Prasuti and Stri Roga	In the Prasuti and Stri Roga branch of Ayurveda, candidates secure knowledge on Childbirth /Parturition, and Gynecological disorders.
Kaumara Bhritya	In the KaumaraBhritya section, candidates secure knowledge regarding the birth of a child till it is 16 years of age, concerning the nutritional aspects needed for proper development and growth and the diseases that occur at this time.
Kayachikitsa	In the Kayachikitsa chapter, candidates learn about general medicine, along with ayurvedic therapeutics.
Shalya Tantra	In the Shalya Tantra section, candidates learn about Ayurvedic surgery, which provides them with the principles and basic understanding of modern surgery.
Shalakya Tantra	In the Shalakya Tantra chapter, candidates will learn about the diagnosis as well as the management of diseases, which occurs above the clavicle, which are primarily the diseases of the ears, eyes, nose, neck, throat, and head.

The BAMS syllabus focuses for a detailed study of real-life systems, biology, treatment criteria, social and therapeutic pharmaceuticals, toxicology, herbal medicine, ENT, and surgical practices, as well as educating students in modern science using conventional or traditional methods. Moreover, it teaches traditional Hindu systems of medicine like herbal treatment and then applies Ayurvedic science in different types of psychology, physiology, toxicology, and pharmacology, surgery, skin diseases, gynecology, and other fields.

BAMS Syllabus: FAQs

Ques. Is the BAMS syllabus easy?

Ans. The syllabus for the BAMS course is comprehensive and includes an extensive study of Ayurvedic principles, modern medicine, and practical applications. The integration of Ayurvedic and modern medicine requires a deep understanding through dedicated learning sessions. With consistent effort, most students find it manageable. Some students may find it challenging due to the depth of the syllabus and topics covered.

Ques. Is the BAMS syllabus the same for all the colleges?

Ans. Yes, the BAMS syllabus is mostly the same for all colleges across India. It is prescribed by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) under the ministry of AYUSH. Thai ensures uniformity in BAMS education. There can be small changes based on the college's teaching methodology and elective subjects. But the overall syllabus remains the same.

Ques. Is the entire BAMS syllabus taught completely in Sanskrit?

Ans. No, the whole BAMS syllabus is not taught in Sanskrit. It is one of the main subjects during the 1st professional year. Lectures are generally delivered in Hindi or English depending on the location. Sanskrit is used to make students understand the Ayurvedic scriptures while other subjects are taught in commonly used languages.

Ques. What are the subjects in the first year of BAMS?

Ans. The first year of BAMS deals with subjects that combine Ayurvedic principles with modern sciences. These subjects provide a strong foundation preparing students for advanced studies in the following years. Some common subjects of the first year include.

Padarth Vigyan
Kriya Sharir
Ayurveda Nirupana
Samhita Adhyayan
Rasashastra

Ques. Does the BAMS syllabus cover modern medicine?

Ans. Yes, the BAMS syllabus covers modern medicine along with traditional Ayurvedic practices. The syllabus covers subjects like anatomy, physiology, pathology and more from modern medicine. It is done to provide a well-rounded medical education.

Ques. Why the BAMS syllabus does not include biochemistry?

Ans. The BAMS syllabus does not include biochemistry as it has a different approach to the human body supportive of allopathy. Ayurveda has its own principles for understanding body functions. It focuses on the balance of elements inside the body instead of biochemical pathways.

Ques. Name some books that can be considered during the BAMS course.

Ans. There are various books available for BAMS students that they can consider during the course. Some of the top books are mentioned below.

Book	Author
Indian Medicine in Classical Age	P V Sharma
Padartha Vigyan	Ravi Dutta Tripathi
Ayurvediya Rasashastra	Chandrabhushan Jha
Sanskrita Ayurveda Sudha	Dr B L Gaur
Ayurvedic Human Anatomy	Dr Giridhar M Kanthi
History of Indian Medicine	Dr Girindra N Mukhopaddhyaya

Ques. What are the specializations available in the BAMS syllabus?

Ans. Specialisation in BAMS allows students to focus on specific fields within Ayurveda allowing them to gain deeper understanding and expertise. This prepares them for specific roles and improves their skills in treating patients. Some of the top specializations within BAMS are listed below.

Padartha Vigyan
Sharir Rachna
Swasthavritta
Charak Samhita
Rog and Vikriti Vigyan

Ques. How practical training is included in the BAMS syllabus?

Ans. Subject practicals, clinical exposure, and internships are generally used to provide practical training to BAMS students. It is important to develop skills so that students can handle patients efficiently. The internship is a mandatory part of the syllabus which is a year-long practical exposure in real-world settings.

Ques. Who regulates the BAMS syllabus?

Ans. The BAMS syllabus is regulated by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM). It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Ayush that regulates the syllabus and curriculum for alternative medicine courses in India, including BAMS. It ensures that the syllabus is updated regularly to incorporate the latest advancements in the field of Ayurveda.