BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) is one of the most respected undergraduate medical courses in the AYUSH stream for students who want to build a successful career in the field of Unani Medicine and Traditional Healthcare. BUMS focuses on the ancient Unani system of medicine, which promotes natural healing and holistic healthcare practices for the prevention and treatment of diseases.
Admission to the BUMS course in India is conducted through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG). Students must qualify NEET to secure admission in Government, Private, Deemed Universities, and AYUSH Colleges across India through AACCC Counselling and State Counselling.
BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)
BUMS is a professional undergraduate medical degree focused on the study of the Unani System of Medicine, which originated from ancient Greek and Arabic medicine. The Unani system emphasizes natural healing methods, herbal medicines, dietary management, and lifestyle modifications to maintain health and treat diseases.
The BUMS programme combines traditional Unani medical knowledge with modern medical science and practical clinical training to prepare students as qualified healthcare professionals.
BUMS Course Duration
The total duration of the BUMS course is generally 5.5 years, including:
1. NEET UG Qualification
Candidates must qualify the NEET UG Examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). NEET qualification is mandatory for admission into BUMS courses in India.
2. Educational Qualification
Students should have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with:
from a recognized educational board.
3. Urdu/Hindi Language Requirement
Students from both Urdu and Hindi medium backgrounds can apply for BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) admission. Candidates who have studied Urdu language in their academic qualification are generally eligible directly. However, students from Hindi medium or non-Urdu background can also pursue BUMS, but they may be required to qualify an Urdu language examination/course conducted by the respective college or university to understand Unani medical terminology and complete the course successfully. The eligibility requirement may vary depending on the institution and counselling authority.
4. Minimum Qualifying Marks in Class 12th
Students should secure minimum marks in PCB subjects:
5. NEET Qualifying Percentile
Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying percentile:
6. Age Criteria
Candidates must be at least 17 years old on or before 31st December of the admission year.
7. Nationality Eligibility
Eligible candidates include:
Core Subjects in BUMS
Step 1: Qualify NEET UG Examination
Students must qualify NEET UG to become eligible for admission.
Step 2: Counselling Registration
Candidates need to register for counselling authorities such as:
Step 3: Choice Filling & Locking
Students can choose preferred colleges and courses according to NEET rank and preference.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on:
Step 5: Document Verification
Candidates must complete document verification.
Step 6: Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation
After seat allotment, students need to complete fee submission and admission formalities.
Career Scope After BUMS
At Kalyan Medical Consultancy, we provide complete support for BUMS Admission including career counselling, college selection, counselling registration, documentation support, and admission assistance.
Our experienced team helps students secure admission into the best Government, Private, and Deemed AYUSH Colleges according to eligibility, NEET score, and career goals.
We ensure a smooth, transparent, and hassle-free admission process to help students achieve their dream of becoming successful Unani medical professionals.
