BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) is the basic degree in Unani medicine, a traditional system that came to India from the Greco-Arab tradition.
Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Biotechnology.
Admission to BUMS is through NEET UG, held by NTA, under the NCISM Act, 2020.
Overview
BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) is the basic degree in Unani medicine, a traditional system that came to India from the Greco-Arab tradition. You study Unani principles and texts along with modern anatomy, physiology and clinical subjects. The course is regulated by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM). Admission is through NEET UG. A special rule applies to BUMS: you need Urdu, Arabic or Persian as a subject in Class 10, or you must clear a Class 10 level Urdu test where the state allows it. The AACCC handles all-India seats.
At a glance
Eligibility
Typical pattern. The official notice for the current year is final.
- Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Biotechnology.
- Language rule: the NEET UG 2026 bulletin says a BUMS candidate must have passed Class 10 with Urdu, Arabic or Persian as a subject, or clear the Class 10 level Urdu test where such a test is held by a university, board or authorised body.
- You must qualify NEET UG. The qualifying mark in the 2026 bulletin is the 50th percentile for General and General-EWS, the 40th percentile for SC, ST and OBC (non-creamy layer), and the 45th percentile for General candidates with benchmark disability.
- Age: 17 years on or before 31 December of the year of admission is the rule for undergraduate medical courses. Check the NCISM notice for the year you apply.
- Class 12 minimum marks in PCB were earlier set by NCISM. Reports say NCISM removed this for the Ayurveda course from 2025. We could not read the NCISM text, so check the current NCISM notice for BUMS.
- Central government can lower the NEET UG percentile for a year, and state counselling can add domicile and category rules.
Entrance exams for this course
Entrance and counselling
- Admission to BUMS is through NEET UG, held by NTA, under the NCISM Act, 2020.
- AACCC is the counselling authority for all-India quota seats of BUMS, as stated in the NEET UG bulletin.
- State governments run counselling for state and private seats under their domicile and reservation rules. Only some states have Unani colleges.
- Central and deemed institutions have their own seats. Look at the AACCC notice for the year.
- Private colleges can have management or NRI seats with rules set by the state or institution.
- Counselling is in rounds. Documents including proof of Urdu, Arabic or Persian at Class 10 are checked at this stage.
- Check that the college is permitted by NCISM for the year.
Admission process
The usual journey, step by step. Dates and rules for the current year are on the official notice.
- 1Check eligibilityConfirm Class 12 subjects, the Class 10 language rule and age
- 2Apply for NEET UGRegister on the NTA site and pay the fee shown there
- 3Appear for the examTake the pen and paper NEET UG test
- 4Get the score and rankCheck that you are above the qualifying percentile for your category
- 5Register for counsellingRegister on the AACCC portal and your state portal
- 6Fill and lock choicesList Unani colleges in order of preference and lock them by the date given
- 7Seat allotment and reportingAccept the seat and report with original documents, including the Class 10 language proof
Documents
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates
- NEET scorecard and admit card
- Photo ID (Aadhaar / passport)
- Passport-size photographs
- Domicile / residence certificate (for state quota)
- Category, EWS or PwD certificate, if applicable
- Migration / transfer / school-leaving certificate
- Medical fitness certificate, when asked
- Counselling registration, choice-filling and allotment letters
- Fee payment receipts
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What you study
- Fundamentals of Unani medicine (Kulliyat) and its history
- Tashreeh (anatomy) and Munafe-ul-Aza (physiology)
- Ilmul Advia (study of drugs) and Saidla (preparation of medicines)
- Tahaffuzi wa Samaji Tib (preventive and social medicine)
- Mahiyatul Amraz and pathology (nature of diseases)
- Moalejat (medicine and treatment) and Ilmul Jarahat (surgery)
- Amraz-e-Niswan wa Ilmul Qabalat (gynaecology and obstetrics)
- Ilaj bit Tadbeer (regimental therapy such as cupping and massage)
- Forensic medicine and toxicology, and research methodology
Year by year
- Kulliyat, anatomy and physiology
- Introduction to Unani drugs and pharmacy
- Pathology, drug study, Unani pharmacy and preventive medicine
- Early clinical postings
- Medicine, surgery, gynaecology and obstetrics, regimental therapy
- More clinical training in the Unani hospital
- One year of compulsory internship in recognised hospitals
- The degree is awarded after the internship
Skills you build
Careers and next steps
- Unani doctor in government Ayush hospitals and dispensaries after registration
- Private Unani clinic with a state registration
- Postgraduate study in Unani (MD or MS), through the entrance exam notified at that time
- Medical officer posts in Ayush departments
- Teaching and research in Unani colleges after postgraduate study
- Roles in Unani drug and herbal product companies
- Research on traditional medicine and medicinal plants
- Wellness centres offering regimental therapy
Is it for you?
A good fit if
- You are comfortable reading Urdu, Arabic or Persian terms
- You are interested in traditional medicine and its theory
- You can work in Unani settings, which are concentrated in some states
- You like a mix of theory and hands-on therapy
Think twice if
- You do not have Urdu, Arabic or Persian at Class 10 and have no way to clear the test. Check the rule first
- Unani colleges and jobs are fewer and concentrated in some regions
- The scope of practice of a BUMS doctor is set by law and by the state. Check it
- The college must be permitted by NCISM. Check before paying
- Private practice takes time to build and depends on local trust
Common mistakes to avoid
- Locking choices without checking fees, bond and quota conditions
- Missing a reporting or registration deadline
- Ignoring state domicile and category rules
- Not keeping attested copies and a spare document set ready
- Trusting rumours or social media instead of the official notice
- Paying anyone for a "guaranteed seat"
Colleges to explore
Listings show name and location. Fees and cut-offs are shown only when verified from official sources.
AIIMS New Delhi
New Delhi, Delhi
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Bhopal
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Jodhpur
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Patna
Patna, Bihar
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Raipur
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
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Official sources to check
- NTA NEET (UG) 2026 Information Bulletinneet.nta.nic.in
- Ministry of Ayushayush.gov.in
- Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)mcc.nic.in
Frequently asked questions
Is NEET UG compulsory for BUMS?
Yes. The NEET UG 2026 bulletin states that admission to BAMS, BUMS and BSMS is through NEET UG.
Is Urdu compulsory for BUMS?
The bulletin requires Urdu, Arabic or Persian as a Class 10 subject, or clearing a Class 10 level Urdu test where provided.
How long is BUMS?
Generally 4.5 years of study plus a year of internship. Confirm with NCISM regulations and your college.
Who conducts counselling for BUMS?
AACCC for all-India quota seats, and the state authorities for state and private seats.
Which body regulates BUMS?
The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), under the Ministry of Ayush.
Can a BUMS graduate practise modern medicine?
The scope of practice is decided by law and by each state. Check it before you choose the course.
What can I study after BUMS?
You can study MD or MS in Unani subjects through the postgraduate entrance route in force that year.
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Content checked against the official sources above in 2026-10. Rules, dates and eligibility change every cycle: always confirm on the official notice. This page is general guidance, not legal advice or an admission guarantee.