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BUMS (UNANI)

Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)

Medical Updated on Mar 07, 2025 Download Guide

OVERVIEW

Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) is a five-and-a-half-year undergraduate degree in Unani medicine. The course is regulated by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) under the Ministry of AYUSH, India. The duration of the course includes 4.5 years of academic study and 1 year of mandatory internship. This course provides natural healing, herbal medicine, and holistic treatment methods based on the principles of Unani medicine.

The Unani system of medicine originated from Greek (Yunani) traditions. It is based on the concept of four humours – blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile. It emphasizes body's self-healing capability and uses herbal, mineral, and animal-derived medicines.

BUMS graduates have many options in their career. After completion they can work as Unani practitioners, researchers, lecturers, or healthcare consultants in government and private hospitals, research centres, and pharmaceutical companies.

Candidates must be qualified in NEET-UG for admission to recognized Unani medical colleges in India.

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Course Name

Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)

Course Duration

4.5 years of academic study and 1 year of mandatory internship

 

Eligibility Criteria

candidates must have completed 10+2 with PCB (minimum 50% marks) and qualify NEET-UG.

Basic knowledge of Urdu/Arabic/Persian is preferred, with bridge courses available for non-Urdu speakers.

 

 

Subjects
  • Pre-Clinical: Anatomy, Physiology, History of Unani Medicine, Arabic & Logic.
  • Para-Clinical: Pharmacology, Pathology, Preventive Medicine, Pharmacy, Forensic Medicine.
  • Clinical: General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Regimental Therapy, ENT & Dentistry.

 

Affiliated and Regulated by
  • National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) (Previously CCIM – Central Council of Indian Medicine)
  • Ministry of Ayush, Government of India
  • Various State Health Universities
  • Recognized Universities and Institutions approved by NCISM

 

Entrance Exams

NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Undergraduate) is the mandatory entrance exam for admission to BUMS courses in India.

Some private colleges or state universities may conduct additional entrance exams for BUMS admission.

Conducted by

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Exam frequency

Once a year

 

 

Course fee range
  • Government Colleges: ₹25,000 – ₹1,50,000 (for the entire course)
  • Private Colleges: ₹2,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 (for the entire course)
  • Deemed Universities: ₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 (for the entire course)

 

 

 

Top recruiters
  • Government Sector: Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. Unani Hospitals, Research Institutes (CCRUM), National Health Mission (NHM).
  • Private Sector: Unani hospitals, wellness centers, pharmaceutical companies (Hamdard, Dabur, Patanjali, Zandu).
  • Self-Employment: Own clinics, Unani drug manufacturing, research, and herbal product development.
  • Career Growth: Medical officer, researcher, professor, or specialist in Unani medicine.

 

 

Highest Salary Package
  • Freshers: ₹3 LPA – ₹6 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum)
  • Experienced Professionals: ₹8 LPA – ₹15 LPA
  • Private Practice & Business: Earnings can go above ₹20 LPA, depending on expertise and clientele.
  • Research & Pharma Sector: ₹10 LPA – ₹25 LPA (for senior roles in pharmaceutical companies and research organizations).

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Science stream) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) as mandatory subjects.
  • A minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) in PCB is required.

Age Limit

  • The minimum age should be 17 years as of December 31st of the admission year.
  • There is no upper age limit as per current NEET guidelines.

Entrance Exam

  • Admission to BUMS is based on the NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) score.
  • Some state-level entrance exams may also be considered for private institutions.

Additional Requirement

  • Knowledge of Urdu or Arabic/Persian is preferred as many Unani medical texts are in these languages. Some colleges may offer a bridge course for non-Urdu speakers.

Counselling and Admission

1. Eligibility Check

  • Must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
  • Minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
  • Must have qualified for NEET-UG (mandatory for most colleges).

 

2. Entrance Exam & Merit List

  • Appear for NEET-UG or state-level medical entrance exams.
  • Merit lists are prepared based on NEET scores and category-wise reservation.

 

3. Counselling Process

  • Register for AYUSH Counselling (conducted by AYUSH Admission Central Counselling Committee - AACCC).
  • Participate in state-level counselling (if applicable).
  • Fill in college preferences and lock choices.

 

4. Seat Allotment & Admission

  • Seats are allotted based on rank, category, and seat availability.
  • Report to the allotted college, submit documents, and complete fee payment.
  • Attend the orientation program before starting the course.

 

Documents Required

✔ 10th & 12th Mark Sheets & Certificates
✔ NEET-UG Scorecard
✔ Category & Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
✔ Identity Proof (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
✔ Passport-size Photographs

 

Direct Admission (Management Quota)

  • Some private colleges offer direct admission without NEET, but at a higher fee structure.

 

Career Options

1. Government Sector

  • Unani Medical Officer in government hospitals & AYUSH dispensaries.
  • Research Officer at CCRUM (Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine).
  • Teaching Faculty in government Unani colleges.
  • Public Health Officer under the National Health Mission (NHM).

2. Private Sector

  • Unani Physician in hospitals, wellness centers, and clinics.
  • Pharmaceutical Industry (R&D, drug formulation, quality control).
  • Herbal & Unani Product Development in companies like Hamdard, Patanjali, and Dabur.

3. Self-Employment & Entrepreneurship

  • Open a private Unani clinic or wellness center.
  • Start herbal medicine manufacturing or distribution.
  • Work as a consultant in alternative medicine.

4. Higher Studies & Research

  • MD in Unani Medicine (Specializations: Ilmul Advia, Moalajat, Tahaffuzi wa Samaji Tib, etc.).
  • Ph.D. in Unani Medicine for a career in teaching & research.
  • MBA in Hospital & Healthcare Management for administrative roles.

Top Colleges:

Government Colleges

Ajmal Khan Tibbiya College, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)

Govt Aligarh

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National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM)

Govt Bangalore

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Government Nizamia Tibbi College

Govt Hyderabad

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State Takmeel-ut-Tib College & Hospital

Govt Lucknow

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Calcutta Unani Medical College & Hospital

Govt Kolkata

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Private Colleges:

Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences & Research

Pvt New Delhi

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Deoband Unani Medical College

Pvt Saharanpur

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Aligarh Unani & Ayurvedic Medical College

Pvt Aligarh

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ZVM Unani Medical College

Pvt Pune

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Rohilkhand Unani Medical College

Pvt Bareilly

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Entrance Exams:

NEET-UG

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test

Mandatory for most BUMS colleges in India.

AIAPGET

All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test

For MD/MS in Unani after BUMS.

State-Level AYUSH Entrance Exams

Conducted by some states for admission to government/private Unani colleges.

University-Specific Exams

Some institutions like AMU and Jamia Millia Islamia may have their own admission process based on NEET-UG.
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NEET-UG is compulsory for admission to all government & private BUMS colleges in India.

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