The Ayurvedic College was initially established in 1946 by the Government of Rajasthan and then merged to give rise to the now-known National Institute of Ayurveda in 1976.
The National Institute of Ayurveda was declared as Deemed to be University by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in October 2020.
NIA has its chain of hospitals collaborating with various modern and Ayurveda institutions that serve thousands of people in rural areas all over India. Post completion of the programs, various government opportunities were also presented to the candidate’s basis of projects and academic excellence.
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
- The admission criterion for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is based on completion of the 12th standard (from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) recognized by AICTE or UGC, or AIU.
- Candidates will have to appear for the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Doctor of Philosophy
- The selection process for the Doctor of Philosophy program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is done based on the completion of Postgraduation in relevant streams, recognized institutions by the Government of India
- Students need to appear for the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- To get the management admissions, apply via the institution's official website. After applications, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Diploma Course in AYUSH Nursing & Pharmacy
- The admission criterion for the Diploma Course in AYUSH Nursing & Pharmacy program at the National Institute of Ayurveda are provided based on completion of 12th standard (from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) recognized institution by the Government of India
- Students will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution.
Master of Science in Ayurveda Diet and Nutrition (Poshanhara)
- The admission criterion for the Master of Science in Ayurveda Diet and Nutrition (Poshanhara) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda demands the completion of BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized institution by the Government of India
- Students should appear for the Screening Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Or else, the management admission process is via the institution's official website or the campus admission cell. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Master of Science in Ayurveda Manuscriptology
- The admission criterion for the Master of Science in Ayurveda Manuscriptology program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is offered based on completion of BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized institution by the Government of India
- Candidates will have to appear for the Screening Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Master of Science in Ayur-Yoga Preventive Cardiology
- The selection criterion for the Master of Science in Ayur-Yoga Preventive Cardiology program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is based on completion of BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized by the AICTE or UGC or AIU.
- One must appear for the Screening Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The university seat candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution.
Master of Science in Marmalogy and Sports Medicine (Marma Chikitsa Evam Kreeda Bheshaja)
- The enrollment process for the Master of Science in Marmalogy and Sports Medicine (Marma Chikitsa Evam Kreeda Bheshaja) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is provided based on completion of BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized institution by the Government of India
- Students will have to appear for the Screening Test conducted by the University itself to get the Merit quota seats.
Master of Science in Saundarya Ayurveda (Ayurvedic Cosmetology)
- The admission criterion for the Master of Science in Saundarya Ayurveda (Ayurvedic Cosmetology) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is based on completion of BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized institution by the Government of India
- After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. Candidates will have to appear for the Screening Test conducted by the University itself to get the Merit quota seats.
Master of Science in Vrikshayurveda
- The eligibility process for the Master of Science in Vrikshayurveda program at the National Institute of Ayurveda demands the completion of BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized institution by the Government of India
- Students need to appear for the Screening Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- After the applications for unreserved seats, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. The direct admission process is via the institution's official website or at the campus admission cell.
Doctor of Medicine & Master of Science Programs
Bala Roga (Pediatrics)
- The shortlisting criteria for the Bala Roga (Pediatrics) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda are offered based on completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Applicants are required to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- And the direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Dravya Guna (Materia Medica & Pharmacology)
- The entrance process for the Dravya Guna (Materia Medica & Pharmacology) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda requires the completion of MBBS or BAMS recognized by AICTE or UGC, or AIU.
- After applying, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
- Candidates will have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
Kayachikitsa (Internal Medicine)
- The admission criterion for the Kayachikitsa (Internal Medicine) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda are provided based on completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Candidates will have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Maulik Siddhanta (Fundamental Principles)
- The admission criterion for the Maulik Siddhanta (Fundamental Principles) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is provided based on completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Students should appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats. Otherwise, apply via the official website of the institution. Post submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Panchakarma (Penta Bio-Purification Methods)
- The selection process for the Panchakarma (Penta Bio-Purification Methods) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda requires one to obtain MBBS or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- University seats are offered through the campus admission cell or the institution's official website. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
- Students to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
Prasuti Stri Roga (Gynecology & Obstetrics)
- The enrollment criterion for the Prasuti Stri Roga (Gynecology & Obstetrics) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda demands completion of MBBS or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- It is mandatory to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- In the case of the management seats, students need to apply either at the institute or via the institution's official website. After the applications, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Roga & Vikrit Vigyan (Clinical Medicine & Pathology)
- The entrance procedure for the Roga & Vikrit Vigyan (Clinical Medicine & Pathology) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is provided based on completion of MBBS or BAMS recognized by the AICTE or UGC, or AIU.
- Candidates will have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Rasa Shastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana (Iatro-Chemistry (Rasa Chikitsa)
- The admission criterion for the Rasa Shastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana (Iatro-Chemistry (Rasa Chikitsa) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda are provided based on completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Necessary for applicants to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- After the applications, they will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution.
Sharir Rachana (Anatomy)
- The shortlisting process for the Sharir Rachana (Anatomy) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is dependent on the completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Aspirants should appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- To avail of the unreserved seats, one must submit via the campus cell or the institution's official website. After that, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Sharir Kriya (Physiology)
- The admission criterion for the Sharir Kriya (Physiology) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is based on completion of MBBS, or BAMS, recognized institution by the Government of India
- Candidates will have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Shalya Tantra (Surgery)
- The selection criterion for the Shalya Tantra (Surgery) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda requires achieving MBBS or BAMS recognized by AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Students should appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- To get the management admission, they must apply via the official website or at the campus. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Shalakya Tantra (ENT & Eye)
- The admission criterion for the Shalakya Tantra (ENT & Eye) program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is offered based on completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- After the applications, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. Students will have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
Swastha Vritta (Preventive & Social Medicine)
- The entrance process for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery program at the National Institute of Ayurveda requires the completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Candidates will have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Traumatology Course
- The enrollment criterion for the Traumatology program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is based on completion of MBBS, or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Candidates must apply through the campus cell or via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. Candidates will have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
De-addiction Course
- The qualifying criterion for the De-addiction program at the National Institute of Ayurveda are provided is based on the achievement of MBBS or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India
- Candidates have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- To get direct admission, one must apply via the institution's official website or at the college campus. After which, they will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Panchakarma
- The enrollment process for the Panchakarma program at the National Institute of Ayurveda demands one to complete the 10th or 12th standard recognized by the AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Admission is offered via the campus at the official website of the institution. Applicants will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Ayurveda Beauty Care
- The admission criterion for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery program at the National Institute of Ayurveda asks for the completion of the 10th or 12th standard recognized institution by the Government of India
- Students are evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written tests, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements. The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution.
Standardization of Medical Plants
- The selections for the Standardization of Medical Plants program at the National Institute of Ayurveda require one to avail of the 10th or 12th standard recognized institution by the Government of India
- They must submit applications via the office or the institution's official website. After applications, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Ksharsutra
- The admission criterion for the Ksharsutra program at the National Institute of Ayurveda are provided based on completion of the 10th or 12th standard recognized institution by the Government of India
- The direct admission process is via the official website of the institution. After submissions, candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Short Term Courses for Foreign Students
- The admission criterion for the Short-Term Courses for Foreign Student program at the National Institute of Ayurveda is based on the completion of the 10th or 12th standard or equivalent, recognized by AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Post the applications; the candidates will be evaluated based on academic performance, entrance and written test, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
National Institute of Ayurveda Official Admission Portal
The National Institute of Ayurveda does not have a portal for admission. Students must call or email the support channels listed on the official website or visit the campus directly to apply.
National Institute of Ayurveda Application Process 2024
Direct Application:
National Institute of Ayurveda gives the option of direct admissions to the candidates for all the programs, where students get the admissions with the university or the college directly without the involvement of another body such as the counseling or government body. There is an internal procedure that decides the eligibility for these seats.
Counseling Application:
The counseling application will depend on the type of standard entrance test attempted by the candidate as per the level of education. There are independent bodies set up that organizes the counseling as per the examinations in coordination with the government body to fill in the merit quota seats in all the colleges.
The admissions are based on internal examinations, and the university also does counseling.
How to get Admission into the National Institute of Ayurveda various courses in 2024
The National Institute of Ayurveda is one of the popular choices of institutions when it comes to undergraduate & postgraduate studies. The following guidelines can be followed to increase the possibility of enrollment in the various courses at the National Institute of Ayurveda.
- Candidates will get admission in the short-term or certificate courses if they pass the 10th or 12th standard or equivalent, recognized by the institution in India or abroad.
- Super-specialty courses require at least completing MBBS or BAMS recognized institution by the Government of India. The Candidates have to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- The candidates can be admitted into the Master of Science courses if they have complete BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized institution by the Government of India. Depending on the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University, for the Merit quota seats. Candidates can get the allotment letter from the counseling center and attain the government seat.
- Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery required Candidates should have passed the 12th standard (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) from a recognized board and appear for the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Doctor of Philosophy needs at least Postgraduation in relevant streams, recognized by the AICTE or UGC or AIU, and the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Diploma Course in AYUSH Nursing & Pharmacy requires one to pass in 12th standard (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) from a recognized board and qualify for the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- For the direct admissions, candidates should fulfill the internal assessment procedures for all the courses, such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
National Institute of Ayurveda Admission Eligibility
Bachelor Courses
- Candidates should have passed the 12th standard (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) from a recognized board.
- Candidates should appear for the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Candidates should fulfill the internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Doctorate Programs
- Pass the post-graduation in relevant streams recognized by the AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Need to appear for the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Should qualify in the internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Diploma Courses
- Candidates should have passed the 12th standard (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) from a recognized board.
- Candidates should appear for the Merit Admission Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Candidates should fulfill the internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Master Courses
- Clear the BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BNYS/MBBS/ B.Sc. in Dietetics, /M.Sc. in Dietetics/ B.Sc. in Food and Nutrition, recognized by AICTE or UGC or AIU.
- Should appear for the Screening Test conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats
- Pass the internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Bala Roga (Pediatrics)
- The candidate must pass MBBS or BAMS recognized by the AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Applicants to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Consideration for the direct admission is based on internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Dravya Guna (Materia Medica & Pharmacology)
- Candidates must pass MBBS or BAMS recognized by the AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Need to appear for the PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University to get the Merit quota seats.
- Should meet the criteria of internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Traumatology Course
- Students must finish MBBS or BAMS recognized by the AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Should attempt PG Entrance Examination conducted by the University, to get Merit quota seats.
- Students will be enrolled based on internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
Panchakarma
- Candidates must finish the 10th or 12th standard recognized by the AICTE, UGC, or AIU.
- Must meet the criteria of internal assessment procedures such as Academic performance, Entrance and Written Test Scores, Interview Performance, Work experience, and Co-curricular achievements.
National Institute of Ayurveda Latest Updates and Notifications:
Many new updates and developments are happening at the National Institute of Ayurveda, and frequent notifications are released to students about the latest information and updates.
The official website containing all the essential information for the students releases News and articles frequently.
National Institute of Ayurveda Admissions 2024 Highlights
The following tabular form shows the admission highlights for the different courses the National Institute of Ayurveda offers.
National Institute of Ayurveda Admission 2024 Dates
The National Institute of Ayurveda offers admissions via direct applications, and candidates are free to apply as early as possible to ensure they get the early application preference.
Online submissions begin from May-June and the academic year starts in August.
National Institute of Ayurved an Application Process 2024
National Institute of Ayurveda application is time-consuming, but students get the best program for their careers depending on the plans and opportunities.
- Reach out to the official website
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page and get the email and helpline number
- Call the telephone to get the required details about the application or email the institution with the relevant academic details.
- Otherwise, candidates can visit the college and apply to the admission cell.
The institution does not have a specific portal for online applications.
National Institute of Ayurveda Counselling Process 2024
The National Institute of Ayurveda does not consider counseling and competitive examinations. All the admissions are provided via the NIA's direct selections and internal entrance examination. The procedure is similar to counseling but is done internally to give admissions based on merit.
The following is a list of documents that might be needed per the category and student profile. Not all are mandatory, but missing paperwork can be identified from the list below.
Eligibility Documents
- 10th Standard or equivalent Mark Sheet.
- 12th or equivalent Mark Sheet (If Result is declared).
- Graduation or equivalent Mark Sheet (For post-graduation students).
- Certificate of passing the qualifying examination SSC or equivalent.
- Certificate of passing the qualifying examination 12th or equivalent.
- Certificate of passing the qualifying examination Graduation or 10+3 (For MBA Students only).
- Domicile Certificate (for Madhya Pradesh Student).
- Entrance Test Mark Sheet / Rank Certificate for MBA and B. Tech students only (If Result is declared).
- Proof of address Aadhar Card/ Election Voting Card/ Passport/Driving license etc.
- Work Experience Details (For Executive MBA students only).
- Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority (for Reserve Category)
- Caste Validity Certificate (All reserve category candidates except ST candidates).
- Current/Valid Non-Creamy layer certificate issued by the Competent Authority (for Reserve Category but Not applicable to SC & ST)
Miscellaneous Documents
- Certificate of change of name, if applicable, published in the Government Gazette.
- Three passport-size color photographs.
- Two sets of self-attested copies of the above documents.
- Necessary Certificate for J&K / NRI Student.
- Domicile of the father in case of the ward of Ex-Servicemen.
- Transfer Certificate/Leaving Certificate.
- Migration Certificate.
- Character Certificate.
National Institute of Ayurveda Exams Accepted 2024
The National Institute of Ayurveda does not consider competitive standard entrance tests and conducts them depending on the course, subjects, and student profile.