அரசு ஆயுர்வேத மருத்துவக் கல்லூரி & மருத்துவமனை
Government Ayurveda Medical College & Hospital
Kottar, Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu, India
Academic Overview
The academic system at Government Ayurveda Medical College & Hospital is structured to deliver rigorous undergraduate medical education in Ayurveda, aligned with national standards and public healthcare needs. The institution integrates classical Ayurvedic principles, modern biomedical understanding, and extensive clinical exposure through its attached teaching hospital. Academic governance, curriculum delivery, assessment, and certification are conducted strictly as per statutory regulations, ensuring quality, transparency, and uniformity.
Courses Offered
B.A.M.S (Ayurvedacharya)
B.A.M.S (Ayurvedacharya)
The Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S) is a professional medical degree designed to train competent Ayurvedic physicians capable of delivering preventive, promotive, and curative healthcare.
Intake Capacity & Duration
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Approved Intake Capacity: 60 students per academic year
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Course Duration:
5½ years ( 4½ years of academic study & 1 year of compulsory rotatory internship ) -
Admission & Eligibility Criteria : Admissions are based on NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) scores, as per the guidelines of the Government of India and Government of Tamil Nadu, through the competent Selection Committee.
Candidates must qualify NEET and fulfill all prescribed eligibility criteria, including academic qualifications and applicable government norms.
Academic Calendar
The academic calendar is framed and notified annually in accordance with:
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Regulations of Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
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Guidelines of the regulatory authority
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Government orders issued from time to time
The academic calendar includes:
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Commencement of academic sessions
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Schedule of internal assessments
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University examination timelines
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Clinical postings and internship rotations
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Holidays and academic activities
- Academic Calendar - View Link
Teaching Methodology
The college adopts a student-centric and competency-based teaching approach, which includes:
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Classroom lectures with structured syllabi
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Practical demonstrations and laboratory training
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Cadaveric dissection for Anatomy (Rachana Sharira)
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Clinical case discussions and ward postings
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Panchakarma procedures and hands-on training
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Seminars, tutorials, group discussions, and CME programmes
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Integration of Ayurvedic concepts with modern diagnostic methods
Continuous assessment and mentoring ensure academic progression and professional competence.
Internship Programme
The one-year compulsory rotatory internship is an integral component of the B.A.M.S programme. During internship, students receive:
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Department-wise clinical exposure
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Supervised patient care responsibilities
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Training in OPD, IPD, Panchakarma units, and specialty clinics
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Exposure to hospital administration and public health services
The internship aims to develop clinical confidence, diagnostic skills, therapeutic competence, and professional ethics required for independent medical practice.
Examination System
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Internal assessments are conducted periodically as per university norms
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University examinations are conducted by Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
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Evaluation includes:
- Theory examinations
- Practical and clinical examinations
- Viva voce assessments
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Students must fulfill attendance, internal assessment, and clinical posting requirements to be eligible for university examinations
University Results (Year-wise Performance)
The college maintains:
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Year-wise university examination results
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Comparative performance analysis for the previous three academic years
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Graphical representation of pass percentage and academic outcomes
These results reflect the institution’s consistent academic standards, disciplined training environment, and effective teaching-learning processes.
Library
As on 21.01.2026, our college library has 12,631 Ayurveda books, 1,509 modern books, 1,977 other books (total 16,117 books), 8 medical journals, and 663 journals, magazines, and catalogues.