BUMS Colleges in Bangalore 2026 — Government & Private List, NEET Cutoff & Fees

Bangalore has three BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) colleges affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM). If you are considering Unani medicine as a career, this page covers everything you need: college profiles, fees, NEET cutoff, and what happens after BUMS.

BUMS Colleges in Bangalore — Complete List 2026

All BUMS Colleges in Karnataka 2026

Total BUMS seats in Karnataka: 320 across 6 CCIM-approved, RGUHS-affiliated colleges.

BUMS Admission 2026 — NEET Requirement

BUMS admission in Karnataka is through NEET UG. All seats — government, private aided, and private — are filled through NEET score-based counselling conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) under the AYUSH quota. There is no separate entrance exam for BUMS.

• Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) — minimum 50% for General (45% for OBC, 40% for SC/ST)
• Minimum NEET score: NEET UG qualifying score as per MCC/state norms. BUMS NEET cutoffs are significantly lower than MBBS cutoffs.
• Counselling body: KEA for Karnataka state quota; AACCC for All India Quota (AIQ) AYUSH seats
• Documents required: NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th marksheets, Karnataka domicile certificate, caste certificate if applicable

BUMS Fees in Karnataka 2026

BUMS fees vary significantly between government and private colleges. Government Unani Medical College and NIUM (central government institute) have the lowest fees in Karnataka.

Verify exact current fee structures directly with each college before admission. Fees are regulated by the Karnataka Private Medical Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admission and Determination of Fee) Act and are subject to revision each academic year.

National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM) — Flagship BUMS College in Bangalore

NIUM, established in 1984 under the Ministry of AYUSH (Government of India), is the premier Unani medical institution in South India. As an autonomous institution under MoAYUSH, NIUM functions differently from state-run colleges:

• Research-focused curriculum with MoAYUSH funding
• MD (Unani) postgraduate programmes in multiple specialisations
• Hospital with 150+ beds providing clinical training
• Government of India stipend available for postgraduate students
• Strong alumni placement in central government AYUSH hospitals

For NIUM contact and admission: nium.edu.in | 080-26584261

BUMS Course Duration and Syllabus

BUMS is a 5.5-year degree programme comprising 4.5 years of academic study and 1 year of compulsory rotating internship. The course is governed by the CCIM curriculum framework and covers:

• Years 1-2: Basic subjects — Kulliyat (Unani fundamentals), anatomy, physiology, Arabic language
• Years 2-3: Pathology, pharmacology, forensic medicine, community medicine
• Years 3-4.5: Clinical subjects — Ilmul Amraz (pathology), Moalejat (medicine), Jarahat (surgery), Qabala wa Amraze Niswan (obstetrics)
• Year 5 (Internship): Rotating clinical postings across departments with patient management responsibility

Career After BUMS

BUMS graduates in Karnataka have multiple career pathways:

• Government AYUSH service: BUMS doctors are eligible for Medical Officer (AYUSH) posts in Karnataka Health Department and central government AYUSH hospitals. Karnataka PSC and KPSC conduct recruitment for these positions.
• Private practice: BUMS graduates registered with Karnataka Unani and Ayurvedic Practitioners Board can open clinics and practise independently in Karnataka.
• MD Unani (Postgraduate): NIUM and selected colleges offer MD Unani in specialisations including Moalejat, Ilmul Amraz, Jarahat, and Tahaffuzi wa Samaji Tib. NEET PG score is required for admission.
• Research and academia: CCIM-funded research projects, college faculty positions, and CSIR/ICMR research roles are accessible to BUMS postgraduates.
• AYUSH wellness centres: Government of India AYUSH wellness centre scheme has significantly expanded employment for BUMS doctors at PHCs and CHCs across Karnataka.

BUMS vs MBBS — What Students Ask

Students with NEET scores that don't qualify for MBBS often consider BUMS. Key differences to understand before deciding:

BUMS is a legitimate 5.5-year medical degree with real career pathways — particularly in government AYUSH service. The career scope is narrower than MBBS but the qualification is statutory and regulated. For students committed to Unani medicine as a practice, BUMS from a CCIM-approved, RGUHS-affiliated college is the correct pathway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BUMS a good career in Karnataka?

BUMS has expanding government employment through the AYUSH scheme. Karnataka has active recruitment of AYUSH Medical Officers through KPSC. Private practice scope exists but is narrower than MBBS. Students who specifically want to practise Unani medicine will find BUMS from a CCIM-approved college a valid pathway.

What is the NEET cutoff for BUMS in Karnataka?

BUMS NEET cutoffs in Karnataka are significantly lower than MBBS and BDS cutoffs. Exact cutoffs vary each year. Verify current year closing ranks at kea.kar.nic.in and aaccc.gov.in.

Can a BUMS doctor practise allopathy in Karnataka?

No. BUMS qualification permits practice within the Unani system only. Practising allopathic medicine without an MBBS/MD qualification is prohibited under the Karnataka Medical Registration Act and the NMC Act.

NIUM vs Government Unani Medical College — Which Should You Choose?

Both are government institutions in Bangalore but they're quite different in character. NIUM is a central government autonomous institute under Ministry of AYUSH — it has a research focus, better infrastructure, an attached 150-bed hospital and postgraduate MD Unani programmes. Fees are slightly higher than the state-run Government Unani Medical College but still well within the affordable range. NIUM graduates have a stronger profile for central government AYUSH postings and research careers.

Government Unani Medical College Bangalore is a state government institution under the Karnataka Health Department. It's older (established 1980), has lower fees, and admits through the same KEA AYUSH counselling. For students who want a government BUMS degree at the lowest possible cost and plan to practise in Karnataka's state AYUSH service, GUMC is the practical choice. For students interested in research, postgraduation or central government careers, NIUM is the stronger option.

Islamia Unani Medical College is the only private aided BUMS college in Bangalore — fees are higher than both government options but lower than fully private colleges elsewhere in Karnataka. It's a minority institution with RGUHS affiliation and CCIM approval, and it's been operating since 2000 with consistent results.

AYUSH Counselling Process for BUMS Seats in Karnataka

Karnataka BUMS seats are filled through two counselling streams running in parallel. You need to register for both to maximise your chances:

KEA Karnataka AYUSH Counselling: Covers state quota seats at all three Bangalore BUMS colleges and BUMS colleges in Bidar, Vijayapura and Kalaburagi. Register at kea.kar.nic.in after NEET results. Documents are verified online. Choice filling opens after registration. Seat allotment happens in rounds — attend reporting after each round if allotted.

AACCC All India Quota: 15% of seats at government BUMS colleges are filled through AACCC (Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee) under the All India Quota. Register separately at aaccc.gov.in. AIQ seats at NIUM Bangalore are particularly competitive because NIUM's national reputation draws BUMS aspirants from across India. If you have a strong NEET score for BUMS, try AIQ at NIUM first.

Stray vacancy rounds happen after main rounds close — keep checking the KEA portal in August–September. Seats left unfilled after all rounds are sometimes offered through spot admission at the college level, subject to RGUHS and state government approval.

BUMS Internship and Registration in Karnataka

After completing the 4.5-year academic programme, BUMS students do a compulsory one-year rotating internship at the college's attached hospital. Internship postings cover general medicine (Moalejat), surgery (Jarahat), obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics and community medicine. NIUM's internship has additional research postings given its MoAYUSH funding.

After internship, graduates must register with the Karnataka Board of Indian Medicine (KBIM) to practise in Karnataka. Registration requires the BUMS degree certificate, internship completion certificate and a registration fee. Without KBIM registration, independent clinical practice is not legally permitted. The registration process takes 4–6 weeks from document submission.

Official Sources: CCIM (ccim.nic.in) for Unani college recognition and curriculum standards. KEA (kea.kar.nic.in) for Karnataka AYUSH counselling. AACCC (aaccc.gov.in) for All India Quota AYUSH seats.

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