AYUSH Counseling 2025 is the centralized admission process for undergraduate AYUSH courses — BAMS (Ayurveda), BHMS (Homeopathy), BUMS (Unani), and BSMS (Siddha). The counseling is conducted by the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
Admission to these programs is based on the NEET UG 2025 score. Candidates who qualify NEET can participate in the AYUSH counseling process for both 15% All India Quota (AIQ) and 85% State Quota seats.
✅ Eligibility Criteria for AYUSH Counseling 2025
To participate in AYUSH UG Counseling 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- NEET 2025 qualification is mandatory.
- Minimum NEET percentile:
- General: 50th percentile
- OBC/SC/ST: 40th percentile
- PWD: 45th percentile (UR-PWD)
- Must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) and English.
- Minimum age: 17 years as of December 31, 2025.
- Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, and PIOs are eligible under certain categories.
🗓️ Important Dates and Schedule (Tentative)
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| NEET 2025 Result | June 2025 |
| Registration for Round 1 | 1st week of July 2025 |
| Choice Filling & Locking | Mid-July 2025 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | End of July 2025 |
| Reporting to Allotted Colleges | Early August 2025 |
| Round 2 Registration | Mid-August 2025 |
| Mop-Up Round | September 2025 |
| Stray Vacancy Round | October 2025 |
📋 Step-by-Step Counseling Process
Here is the step-by-step process for AYUSH Counseling 2025:
- Registration on the AACCC portal.
- Choice filling and locking of preferred colleges and courses.
- Seat allotment based on NEET 2025 rank, category, and preferences.
- Result publication of seat allotment.
- Reporting to the allotted college with original documents.
- Participate in subsequent rounds if not allotted or upgrading.
🔗 Tip: Check NEET syllabus 2025 to prepare effectively for admission.
🪑 Seat Matrix and Reservation Policy
The seat matrix is divided among Government, Government-Aided, Private, and Deemed Universities.
Approximate Seats in 2025:
- BAMS: 17,000+ seats
- BHMS: 12,000+ seats
- BUMS: 3,000+ seats
- BSMS: 400+ seats
Reservation (for AIQ Seats):
- SC: 15%
- ST: 7.5%
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 27%
- EWS: 10%
- PwD: 5% (horizontal)
State quota reservations may vary as per state policies.
🏫 List of Participating Colleges
Some top colleges participating in AYUSH Counseling include:
- National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur
- National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata
- Govt. Unani Medical College, Chennai
- Govt. Siddha Medical College, Tirunelveli
- Private AYUSH colleges approved by NCISM & NCH
Both government and private institutions across India participate under AIQ and state quotas.
🧾 Required Documents for Admission
Candidates must carry the following documents at the time of reporting:
- NEET 2025 Admit Card & Scorecard
- 10th & 12th Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Transfer and Migration Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photographs
- Aadhaar Card or valid ID proof
- Provisional Allotment Letter from AACCC
🔁 Counseling Rounds Overview
🔸 Round 1
- Open to all eligible candidates.
- Fresh registration, choice filling, and seat allotment.
🔸 Round 2
- Open to new candidates and those who didn’t get a seat in Round 1 or opted for upgrade.
🔸 Mop-Up Round
- Fresh registration allowed.
- Only for vacant seats after Round 2.
🔸 Stray Vacancy Round
- Conducted by individual institutes.
- No fresh registration via AACCC.
💡 Tips for Aspirants
- Prioritize colleges based on location, tuition fees, and reputation.
- Use last year’s cutoffs as a reference while filling choices.
- Lock choices before the deadline.
- Keep documents ready to avoid last-minute issues.
- Track updates regularly on the AACCC website.
❓ FAQs – AYUSH Counseling 2025
Q1. Who is eligible for AYUSH Counseling 2025?
Anyone who qualifies NEET 2025 and fulfills age and academic eligibility can apply.
Q2. How many rounds are there in AYUSH UG counseling?
There are 4 rounds – Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.
Q3. Is NEET mandatory for AYUSH courses in 2025?
Yes, NEET UG 2025 is compulsory for all AYUSH UG admissions.
Q4. Can I participate in both AIQ and state counseling?
Yes, you can participate in both simultaneously if you meet the eligibility for each.
Q5. What is the fee structure for AYUSH courses?
It varies by college and category — government colleges charge lower fees than private ones.
Q6. Can I change my choices after locking them?
No, once choices are locked, they cannot be modified.
Q7. What happens if I don’t report to the allotted college?
You may lose your seat and eligibility for subsequent rounds, depending on the rules.
📌 Final Words
AYUSH Counseling 2025 is a crucial gateway to a career in traditional medicine. Staying informed about dates, eligibility, and the process is the key to securing a good seat. Bookmark the AACCC official portal and start early preparations.
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