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AIAPGET 2026 - Complete Guide

Exam, Eligibility, Registration & Admission - Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Siddha & Unani
Conducting Agency: NTA ย | ย AIQ Counselling Authority: AACCC, Ministry of AYUSH

About AIAPGET 2026

The All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET) is the national-level entrance examination for admission to postgraduate AYUSH programmes in India. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Ministry of AYUSH, while admissions are carried out through the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) for All India Quota seats, and by individual states for their respective state quota seats.

Every year, thousands of BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, and BUMS graduates compete in AIAPGET to secure MD/MS seats in government institutions, central universities, deemed universities, and reputed private AYUSH colleges - including AIIA New Delhi, NIA Jaipur, ITRA Jamnagar, BHU, NIH Kolkata, NIS Chennai, and NIUM Bengaluru.

AIAPGET 2026 Highlights

ParticularDetails
Exam NameAll India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET) 2027
Conducting AgencyNational Testing Agency (NTA)
Conducted ForMinistry of AYUSH
Exam LevelNational-Level Postgraduate Entrance Examination
Courses OfferedMD/MS Ayurveda, MD Homoeopathy, MD Siddha, MD Unani
Mode of ExaminationComputer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Total Questions120 MCQs
Maximum Marks480 Marks
Marking Scheme+4 Correct, โˆ’1 Incorrect
AIQ Counselling AuthorityAACCC, Ministry of AYUSH
Admission ThroughAll India Quota (15%) & State Counselling
Participating InstitutesGovernment, Central, Deemed & Private AYUSH Colleges
Official Websiteexams.nta.ac.in/AIAPGET

AIAPGET 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Information Bulletin Release10 July 2026
Online Registration Begins10 July 2026
Last Date to Apply30 July 2026 (11:50 PM)
Application Fee Payment30 July 2026 (11:50 PM)
Application Correction WindowTo Be Announced
Advance Exam City IntimationTo Be Announced
Admit Card ReleaseTo Be Announced
AIAPGET 2026 ExaminationTo Be Announced
Provisional Answer KeyWithin 1 Week After Exam
Answer Key Challenge WindowAs Notified by NTA
AIAPGET 2026 ResultTo Be Announced
AACCC Counselling BeginsAfter Result Declaration
State CounsellingAs per Respective State Schedule
Academic Session BeginsAs per AACCC & State Counselling Schedule

Expert Tip: Complete your application well before the last date to avoid server congestion. Keep all required documents ready and regularly check the official NTA website for the latest updates regarding the exam, admit card, and counselling schedule.

Eligibility Criteria & Application Fee

Eligibility Criteria

  • Recognized degree in BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, or BUMS
  • Completion of compulsory rotatory internship by the notified cut-off date
  • Valid provisional or permanent registration certificate
  • No upper age limit
  • No prescribed limit on the number of attempts
  • Indian citizens eligible; OCI/foreign candidates as per applicable norms

Application Fee (Expected)

CategoryApplication Fee
Generalโ‚น2,700
General-EWS / OBC-NCLโ‚น2,450
SC / ST / PwBD / Third Genderโ‚น1,800

Fee is generally non-refundable and payable via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI. Registration is complete only after successful payment.

AIAPGET 2026 Exam Pattern

Based on the latest AIAPGET examination scheme notified by NTA. The syllabus is based on the Graduate Level Education Regulations prescribed by NCISM and NCH.

ParticularDetails
Examination ModeComputer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Total Questions120 MCQs (No Sections/Sub-limits)
Maximum Marks480 Marks
Marks for Correct Answer+4
Negative Markingโˆ’1 for Incorrect Answer
Unanswered QuestionsNo Marks Awarded or Deducted
Question TypeSingle Correct Answer MCQs
Difficulty LevelUndergraduate AYUSH Curriculum

Language of Question Paper

CourseLanguage
AyurvedaEnglish & Hindi
HomoeopathyEnglish
SiddhaEnglish & Tamil
UnaniEnglish & Urdu

Expert Tip: Many students lose 20โ€“30 marks by attempting doubtful questions in the last few minutes. Maintaining accuracy is usually more beneficial than attempting every question.

AIAPGET 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus is not separate from your undergraduate course - it follows the Graduate Level Education Regulations of the respective discipline.

Ayurveda (BAMS)

Padartha Vigyan, Rachana & Kriya Sharir, Dravyaguna Vigyan, Rasashastra, Bhaishajya Kalpana, Roga Nidana, Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, Shalya & Shalakya Tantra, Prasuti Tantra & Stri Roga, Kaumarbhritya, Swasthavritta, Research Methodology. Focus: Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, Dravyaguna, Roga Nidana.

Homoeopathy (BHMS)

Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Organon of Medicine, Homoeopathic Philosophy, Materia Medica, Repertory, Pathology, Forensic Medicine, Surgery, Practice of Medicine, OBG, Paediatrics, Psychiatry. Focus: Organon, Materia Medica, Repertory, Practice of Medicine.

Siddha (BSMS)

Siddha Philosophy, Gunapadam, Noi Naadal, Maruthuvam, Sirappu Maruthuvam, Kuzhanthai Maruthuvam, Varmam, Toxicology, Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, OBG, Surgery, Community Medicine.

Unani (BUMS)

Kulliyat, Tashreeh-ul-Badan, Munafe-ul-Aza, Ilmul Advia, Tahaffuzi wa Samaji Tib, Moalajat, Ilmul Jarahat, Ilmul Atfal, Amraze Niswan, Clinical Diagnosis, Pharmacotherapy.

AIAPGET 2026 Admission Process

Step 1: Register for AIAPGET

Fill personal & academic details, upload documents, select exam city, and pay the application fee on the NTA portal.

Step 2: Download Admit Card

Verify name, photograph, roll number, exam centre and reporting time before the exam day.

Step 3: Appear for AIAPGET 2027

Reach the centre before reporting time; late entry and electronic gadgets are generally not permitted.

Step 4: Answer Key & Response Sheet

Review responses and the provisional answer key; raise objections within the notified window.

Step 5: Result Declaration

Download the scorecard with total marks, percentile, AIR, category rank and qualifying status.

Step 6: AACCC Counselling

Register separately for All India Quota counselling โ€” choice filling, locking, and seat allotment. NTA has no role in counselling.

Step 7: State Counselling

Register separately through the respective State AYUSH Counselling Authority for state quota seats.

Step 8: Reporting & Admission

Report to the allotted college, complete document verification, pay fees and confirm admission within the deadline.

Best Government Ayurveda Colleges Through AIAPGET

Government colleges remain the first choice for most aspirants due to affordable fees and excellent clinical exposure.

CollegeStateApprox. Annual FeeAdmission Through
All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA)New Delhiโ‚น35,000โ€“60,000AACCC
National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA)Rajasthanโ‚น40,000โ€“70,000AACCC
Institute of Teaching & Research in Ayurveda (ITRA)Gujaratโ‚น40,000โ€“80,000AACCC
Faculty of Ayurveda, BHUUttar Pradeshโ‚น20,000โ€“40,000AACCC
Gujarat Ayurved UniversityGujaratโ‚น25,000โ€“60,000State/AACCC
Government Ayurveda College, ThiruvananthapuramKeralaโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000State Counselling
Government Ayurveda College, TripunithuraKeralaโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000State Counselling
Government Ayurveda College, PatialaPunjabโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000State Counselling
Government Ayurveda College, GuwahatiAssamโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000State Counselling
Government Ayurveda College, VaranasiUttar PradeshAs per State FeeState Counselling

Top Government Colleges - Other Streams

Homoeopathy

CollegeStateApprox. Fee
National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH)West Bengalโ‚น20,000โ€“40,000
Dr. B. R. Sur Homoeopathic Medical CollegeDelhiโ‚น15,000โ€“35,000
Nehru Homoeopathic Medical CollegeDelhiโ‚น15,000โ€“35,000
Govt. Homoeopathic Medical College, KozhikodeKeralaโ‚น15,000โ€“40,000
Govt. Homoeopathic Medical College, BengaluruKarnatakaโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000

Siddha

CollegeStateApprox. Fee
National Institute of Siddha (NIS)Tamil Naduโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000
Govt. Siddha Medical College, ChennaiTamil Naduโ‚น15,000โ€“40,000
Govt. Siddha Medical College, PalayamkottaiTamil Naduโ‚น15,000โ€“40,000

Unani

CollegeStateApprox. Fee
National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM)Karnatakaโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000
Faculty of Unani Medicine, AMUUttar Pradeshโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000
Government Nizamia Tibbi CollegeTelanganaโ‚น20,000โ€“50,000

Top Private & Deemed Universities Through AIAPGET

For candidates unable to secure a government seat.

CollegeStateApprox. Total Course Fee
Amrita School of AyurvedaKeralaโ‚น8โ€“15 Lakhs
SDM College of AyurvedaKarnatakaโ‚น8โ€“14 Lakhs
KLE Ayurveda Medical CollegeKarnatakaโ‚น8โ€“14 Lakhs
Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science & ResearchKarnatakaโ‚น8โ€“15 Lakhs
Parul Institute of AyurvedGujaratโ‚น7โ€“12 Lakhs
Bharati Vidyapeeth College of AyurvedMaharashtraโ‚น8โ€“15 Lakhs
D. Y. Patil School of AyurvedaMaharashtraโ‚น10โ€“18 Lakhs
JSS Ayurveda Medical CollegeKarnatakaโ‚น8โ€“14 Lakhs

Expert Tip: Before choosing a private college, verify recognition status, availability of your preferred specialization, hospital patient inflow, and the latest approved fee structure.

Government vs Private Colleges & Fee Comparison

Government vs Private

ParameterGovernmentPrivate
Tuition FeeVery LowModerate to High
Clinical ExposureExcellentGood to Excellent
FacultyHighly ExperiencedVaries
InfrastructureGood to ExcellentExcellent (Many)
CompetitionVery HighModerate
ROIExcellentDepends on Fees/Placement

Fee Comparison by Institute Type

Institute TypeApprox. Annual Fee
Central Institutesโ‚น20,000โ€“60,000
Government Collegesโ‚น20,000โ€“75,000
Government-Aided Collegesโ‚น40,000โ€“1 Lakh
Private Collegesโ‚น2โ€“8 Lakhs
Deemed Universitiesโ‚น4โ€“12 Lakhs

Excludes hostel, library, university exam fees, and security deposit, which are payable separately.

Expected AIAPGET 2026 Cutoff

Cutoff varies each year based on difficulty level, number of candidates, seat availability and reservation policy.

Expected Qualifying Percentile

CategoryQualifying Percentile
General / EWS50th
OBC40th
SC40th
ST40th
PwBD (General)45th

Expected Qualifying Marks (Indicative)

CategoryMarks Range*
General320โ€“360
EWS315โ€“355
OBC290โ€“330
SC260โ€“300
ST250โ€“290

*Indicative โ€” may vary based on the difficulty level of AIAPGET 2026 and overall candidate performance.

For premier institutes such as AIIA, NIA Jaipur, ITRA Jamnagar, BHU, NIH Kolkata, NIS Chennai, and NIUM Bengaluru, candidates should aim for a rank well above the minimum qualifying cutoff, as competition is significantly higher.

Career Opportunities & Expected Salary

Career ProfileEstimated Annual Salary
Medical Officerโ‚น6โ€“12 LPA
Assistant Professorโ‚น8โ€“15 LPA
Clinical Consultantโ‚น8โ€“20 LPA
Hospital Specialistโ‚น10โ€“18 LPA
Research Officerโ‚น7โ€“14 LPA
AYUSH Consultantโ‚น8โ€“20 LPA
Healthcare Administratorโ‚น8โ€“16 LPA
Private PracticeVaries by Patient Volume & Experience

Government Recruitment

Ministry of AYUSH, State AYUSH Departments, NHM, Government AYUSH Hospitals, District Hospitals, Medical Colleges, Research Councils.

Academics & Research

Tutor to Professor/HOD track; PhD, National Research Institutes, Clinical Research Organizations, Drug Standardization Labs.

Private Practice & Entrepreneurship

Multi-specialty AYUSH clinics, Panchakarma centres, Wellness clinics, Herbal pharmacy, Telemedicine, Healthcare start-ups.

Documents Required

During Registration

  • Photograph & Signature
  • Valid Mobile Number & Email ID
  • Undergraduate Degree & Internship Details
  • Government-issued Photo ID
  • Category / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

During AACCC Counselling

  • Admit Card & Score Card
  • Class 10 & 12 Certificates
  • UG Marksheets & Degree Certificate
  • Internship Completion Certificate
  • Registration Certificate & Photo ID
  • Provisional Allotment Letter

At Admission

  • Original Academic Certificates
  • Admission Allotment Letter & Fee Receipt
  • Character & Migration Certificate (if applicable)
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Anti-Ragging Undertaking

Final Thoughts

Qualifying AIAPGET 2026 is an investment in your long-term medical career. Begin preparation early, understand the AACCC and state counselling process thoroughly, and make informed decisions while choosing colleges and specializations.

Disclaimer: Dates, fees, cutoffs, and other details are tentative/indicative, compiled from previous AIAPGET cycles and publicly available information. These are subject to change as per the official AIAPGET 2026 Information Bulletin issued by NTA on behalf of the Ministry of AYUSH. Candidates are advised to verify the latest details on exams.nta.ac.in/AIAPGET and aaccc.gov.in before applying or making admission decisions.

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