Become the Ayurvedic expert healthcare demands first
comprehensive medical training, built around real-world healing.
Hospital Exposure & Hands-on Clinical Training
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NCISM & Ayush Aligned Curriculum
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The Faculty of Ayurved
Recognised by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the Ministry of AYUSH, Parul University’s Faculty of Ayurveda delivers outcome-based medical education backed by institutional prestige and national recognition. As part of a NAAC A++ accredited university, the institute blends traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern clinical practice across its 14+ MD and MS specialisations and foundational BAMS program. Students undergo extensive hands-on training at the university’s attached 268-bed teaching hospital – Gujarat’s first NABH-accredited Ayurvedic hospital gaining direct exposure to Panchakarma, surgical procedures, and OPD/IPD patient care under an NCISM competency-aligned framework.
Vision
To be a global center of excellence in Ayurvedic education, research, and clinical practice, preserving and propagating the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda while integrating modern scientific advancements to transform healthcare delivery.
Mission
To provide high-quality education and clinical training in Ayurveda through innovative teaching methodologies, foster advanced research, and deliver authentic, patient-centered healthcare through our NABH-accredited teaching hospital.
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Two ways into Ayurveda at PU: foundational undergraduate degree and advanced postgraduate specialisations.
BAMS (Mgmt. Quota)
MD Ayurved
MS Ayurved
Tuition fees may vary depending on the quota, state quota guidelines, or NEET ranking of the candidate. Merit, NEET score-based, and domicile scholarships are available. The final fee structure, quota allocation, and applicable scholarships will be confirmed by the Admission Committee. MD and MS postgraduate clinical specializations (Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, Shalya Tantra, etc.) have specialty-specific fee structures and are charged separately.
Bachelor's
BAMS • 5.5 Years • 1 Clinical InternshipMaster's
MD / MS • 3 Years • 14 SpecialisationsA BAMS designed around how you'll heal, not just what you'll study.
Choose the 5.5-year BAMS degree with NCISM-aligned medical training. Want direct hospital exposure and a mandatory clinical internship? The comprehensive BAMS program does exactly that. State Quota and Management Quota admission tracks are available for NEET-qualified students.
BAMS
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery Includes mandatory 1-year clinical internshipShort-term certificate courses
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An MD/MS designed around clinical mastery, not just what you'll study.
Choose from 14+ specialized MD and MS postgraduate degrees across clinical and surgical branches. Want advanced mastery in Panchakarma or Shalya Tantra? The 3-year PG program provides high-volume patient OPD/IPD rotations and specialized research depth.
MD Ayurved
Doctor of Medicine in Ayurved Specialisations See all clinical specialisations by domain belowMS Ayurved
Master of Surgery in Ayurved Specialisations *Includes Shalya, Shalakya & Prasuti specialitiesShort-term certificate courses
*See all branches by domain belowAll MD & MS specialisations
*Find the specialization that matches your career aspirations. Click on any specialization to explore the curriculum and career opportunities.
Three routes forward and Faculty of Ayurveda is built for all three.
An Ayurvedic degree here isn't only a path to a clinic. Pick the route that fits your ambition - step into clinical practice, launch your wellness venture, or pursue higher clinical specialisations - and the faculty backs all three.
Step into a clinical career
A 268-bed teaching hospital network, built-in clinical internships, and dedicated career guidance move you from classroom to practice.
Launch your wellness venture
PU Entrepreneurship Cell, incubation support, and botanical research backing help you build your Ayurvedic brand or private clinic chain.
Master your specialisation
PG-NEET preparation support, 14+ MD/MS clinical options, and advanced research facilities propel you toward clinical mastery.
A recruiter network behind every student.
An Ayurvedic degree here isn't only a path to a job. Pick the route that fits your ambition - step into clinical practice, launch a wellness venture, or pursue higher clinical specialisations - and the faculty backs all three
Don't just study Ayurveda - start one.
If your plan is to build a wellness brand, formulation unit, or specialty clinic chain, the campus startup ecosystem turns an idea into a company while you study - incubation, mentorship, prototyping, and seed support, all on site
Founders, mentors & practitioners
Guidance from Ayurvedic entrepreneurs, clinical faculty mentors, and an investor network - the people who help a wellness venture survive its first year.
Seed & grant support
Access to seed support, AYUSH grants, and pitch opportunities so a good idea is not stopped by early-stage funding. A dedicated on-campus incubator with labs and herbal formulation support to take your venture from idea to market.
Built for family-clinic owners
A natural fit for young doctors inheriting traditional family Vaidya practices or Ayurvedic pharmacies - modernise, standardise, and scale the health practice you will inherit.
Where students are train on tools
industry is hiring for.
A dedicated future-skills centre giving Ayurveda students access to modern diagnostic simulation, clinical certifications, and integrative therapy protocols - the kind of exposure that turns a degree into a practice.
AICTE IDEA Lab
Innovation, design & entrepreneurship facility
NSDC partnership
25+ globally recognised skill certifications
Herbarium cum Dravyaguna Museum
Explore the vast treasury of Ayurvedic medicinal plants.
Kriya Sharir (Physiology) Lab
Explore the physiological functions and principles of life.
Pharmacology & Toxicology Lab
Understand drug mechanisms, actions, and safety.
Quality Testing & Standardization Lab
Ensure purity, safety, and standardized medicine quality.
Rachana Sharir (Anatomy) Museum
Uncover the detailed structural architecture of the human body.
Rasa Shastra & Drug Testing Laboratory
Master traditional Ayurvedic pharmaceutics and modern drug standardization.
Samhita & Siddhanta Lab
Explore fundamental Ayurvedic philosophy, classical texts, and basic principles.
Shalya Tantra Museum & Tutorial Room
Explore surgical heritage, instruments, and clinical learning.
Yoga & Swasthavritta Hall
Cultivate physical wellness, mental harmony, and holistic lifestyle practices.
Where Ayurveda stops
being theoretical.
Clinical hospital rotations, structured internships, an Ayurvedic startup incubator, and dedicated medical career cells - the experiences that build clinical confidence, not just a transcript.
Internships built into the degree
A mandatory 1-year clinical internship at the 268-bed campus teaching hospital puts real clinical patient work on your CV before graduation, supported by dedicated medical faculty.
Training and Placement support
A dedicated Training & Placement Cell and AYUSH Career Development Cell support every medical student from first year to final clinical offer or PG guidance.
Build a venture at PIERC
The Parul Innovation & Entrepreneurship Research Centre offers incubation, mentorship, and seed support - ideal for family-practice doctors and herbal wellness founders.
Live OPD/IPD & hospital engagement
Hands-on OPD patient care, IPD ward rounds, and hospital rotations build the practical, diagnosis-ready edge that healthcare networks look for.
Conferences, AYUSH summits & guest lectures
National Ayurveda summits, herbal research conferences, and guest clinical lectures by renowned Vaidyas hosted by the faculty through the year.
Pharmacy & herbal garden visits
Specialized visits to GMP-certified Ayurvedic pharmacies, botanical gardens, and drug testing labs translate classroom theory into how medicine is made
Learn from handpicked
leaders, in person.
A sample of the leaders, scientists, athletes and changemakers who have addressed Parul University students through the PU Talks series.
Susandnya 3.0
Susandnya 3.0 was a prominent two-day National Ayurveda Seminar hosted by the Faculty of Ayurved at Parul University in Vadodara, Gujarat. Organized by the university's Department of Shalakya Tantra, the seminar focused on "Deafness Awareness and Ayurveda," aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal for Good Health and Well-Being (SDG-3).
Shishyopanayana Samskar
Shishyopanayana Samskar at Parul University is a traditional induction and welcoming ceremony for newly admitted Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) and postgraduate (MD/MS) students.
Global Perspective Series
GPS bridges academic learning with real-world governance. It gives students direct, interactive 1:1 access to Nobel laureates, former heads of state, and international policymakers to discuss global leadership, diplomacy, justice, and social reform.
Dr. Katalin Karikó
Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (2023)
Prof. Anne L'Huillier
Nobel Prize in Physics (2023)
Yves Leterme
Former Prime Minister of Belgium
Ashneer Grover
Former MD and Co - Founder
Vadodara Startup Festival
VSF is PU’s flagship national startup carnival, organized annually by the PIERC. Recognized as one of Gujarat’s largest startup carnivals, VSF serves as an incubation and growth platform that connects student founders with venture capital investors, industry mentors, and policymakers.
Dr. Abhay Jere
Chief Innovation Officer
Shri Yogesh Brahmankar
Innovation Director
Rajat Singhania
Founder
Mr. Mayur Raval
Chief Business Officer
Anurag Sundarka
Founder
Mr. Raj Hadvani
Whole-time Director
Shri Bipin Talati
AS, Commissioner of Technical Education
Yash Tarwadi
Founder and CEO
Samrath Singh Nagpal
Co-founder
DHOOM
PU's grand annual youth festival electrifying performances, competitions, celebrity appearances and cultural showcases that define the year.
Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
50th Chief Justice of India
1000+
Participants
Vadodara Literature Festival
The VLF is a literary and intellectual gathering designed to foster a reading culture and encourage dialogue among the youth. Brings together 50+ authors, journalists, legislators, and artists to discuss diverse themes ranging from fiction, history, and gender studies to wellness, economics, and public policy.
Shobhaa De
Renowned author and columnist
General Manoj Mukund Naravane
28th Chief of the Army Staff
Ankur Warikoo
Serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, public speaker and a content creator
Vikram Sood
Former Director of R.A.W.
Devdutt Pattanaik
Mythologist and author
Kanwal Rekhi
A legendary Silicon Valley entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and philanthropist
Anil Swarup
Former IAS officer and author
Vivaan Shah
Indian actor and theater artist
Geet Chaturvedi
Hindi poet
Kaajal Oza Vaidya
Gujarati author, screenwriter, journalist, and public speaker
Pooja Dhingra
Indian pastry chef and businesswoman
Dimple Jangda
Founder of Prana
Dr. S. Jaishankar
Minister of External Affairs, Government of India
Kiran Bedi
First Indian Woman IPS Officer, Former Lt. Governor of Puducherry
PU Talks
PU Talks is an inspirational speaker series and academic event platform hosted by Parul University in Vadodara, Gujarat. It brings notable national figures, industry leaders, actors, change-makers, and visionaries to campus to share their life experiences and interact directly with students.
Gaur Gopal Das
Monk, Lifestyle Coach and Author
Saina Nehwal
Indian Badminton Player
Shri Anand Kumar
Founder Super 30
Dr. Neerja Birla
Chairperson, Aditya Birla Education Trust
Guneet Monga Kapoor
Academy Award-Winning Film Producer
Srikanth Bolla
Indian industrialist and the founder of Bollant Industries
Dr. Vijay Bhatkar
Padma Bhushan & Padma Shri, Ex-Chancellor, Nalanda University
Dr. Joseph Muscat
Former Prime Minister of Malta
Dr. Lobsang Sangay
Former Sikyong (President), Central Tibetan Administration
Susandnya 3.0
Susandnya 3.0 was a prominent two-day National Ayurveda Seminar hosted by the Faculty of Ayurved at Parul University in Vadodara, Gujarat. Organized by the university's Department of Shalakya Tantra, the seminar focused on "Deafness Awareness and Ayurveda," aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal for Good Health and Well-Being (SDG-3).
Shishyopanayana Samskar
Shishyopanayana Samskar at Parul University is a traditional induction and welcoming ceremony for newly admitted Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) and postgraduate (MD/MS) students.
Global Perspective Series
GPS bridges academic learning with real-world governance. It gives students direct, interactive 1:1 access to Nobel laureates, former heads of state, and international policymakers to discuss global leadership, diplomacy, justice, and social reform.
Dr. Katalin Karikó
Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (2023)
Prof. Anne L'Huillier
Nobel Prize in Physics (2023)
Yves Leterme
Former Prime Minister of Belgium
Ashneer Grover
Former MD and Co - Founder
Vadodara Startup Festival
VSF is PU’s flagship national startup carnival, organized annually by the PIERC. Recognized as one of Gujarat’s largest startup carnivals, VSF serves as an incubation and growth platform that connects student founders with venture capital investors, industry mentors, and policymakers.
Dr. Abhay Jere
Chief Innovation Officer
Shri Yogesh Brahmankar
Innovation Director
Rajat Singhania
Founder
Mr. Mayur Raval
Chief Business Officer
Anurag Sundarka
Founder
Mr. Raj Hadvani
Whole-time Director
Shri Bipin Talati
AS, Commissioner of Technical Education
Yash Tarwadi
Founder and CEO
Samrath Singh Nagpal
Co-founder
DHOOM
PU's grand annual youth festival electrifying performances, competitions, celebrity appearances and cultural showcases that define the year.
Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
50th Chief Justice of India
1000+
Participants
Vadodara Literature Festival
The VLF is a literary and intellectual gathering designed to foster a reading culture and encourage dialogue among the youth. Brings together 50+ authors, journalists, legislators, and artists to discuss diverse themes ranging from fiction, history, and gender studies to wellness, economics, and public policy.
Shobhaa De
Renowned author and columnist
General Manoj Mukund Naravane
28th Chief of the Army Staff
Ankur Warikoo
Serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, public speaker and a content creator
Vikram Sood
Former Director of R.A.W.
Devdutt Pattanaik
Mythologist and author
Kanwal Rekhi
A legendary Silicon Valley entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and philanthropist
Anil Swarup
Former IAS officer and author
Vivaan Shah
Indian actor and theater artist
Geet Chaturvedi
Hindi poet
Kaajal Oza Vaidya
Gujarati author, screenwriter, journalist, and public speaker
Pooja Dhingra
Indian pastry chef and businesswoman
Dimple Jangda
Founder of Prana
Dr. S. Jaishankar
Minister of External Affairs, Government of India
Kiran Bedi
First Indian Woman IPS Officer, Former Lt. Governor of Puducherry
PU Talks
PU Talks is an inspirational speaker series and academic event platform hosted by Parul University in Vadodara, Gujarat. It brings notable national figures, industry leaders, actors, change-makers, and visionaries to campus to share their life experiences and interact directly with students.
Gaur Gopal Das
Monk, Lifestyle Coach and Author
Saina Nehwal
Indian Badminton Player
Shri Anand Kumar
Founder Super 30
Dr. Neerja Birla
Chairperson, Aditya Birla Education Trust
Guneet Monga Kapoor
Academy Award-Winning Film Producer
Srikanth Bolla
Indian industrialist and the founder of Bollant Industries
Dr. Vijay Bhatkar
Padma Bhushan & Padma Shri, Ex-Chancellor, Nalanda University
Dr. Joseph Muscat
Former Prime Minister of Malta
Dr. Lobsang Sangay
Former Sikyong (President), Central Tibetan Administration
100+ Ayurveda faculty shaping holistic healthcare education.
The Faculty of Ayurveda brings together experienced faculty and practitioners, creating an integrated learning environment where students learn traditional Ayurvedic knowledge alongside modern approaches to healthcare.
Students from across India and 75+ countries.
Faculty of Ayurveda at PU draws students from Nepal, Bangladesh and dozens of other countries. Verified, attributable testimonials below. Remaining slots are reserved for confirmed student quotes, never placeholder fiction.
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From Quality Academics to a Vibrant Student Life
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From Academic Growth to Excellent Career Opportunities
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From Academic Exposure to Building a Successful Future
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From Campus Exposure to Shaping Your Own Success
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From Academic Excellence to Top-Tier Placements
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Your Questions Answered!
Is the BAMS program at Parul University recognized by official medical councils?
Yes. The BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) program at Parul University is approved by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. Parul University is also accredited NAAC A++.
Is qualifying for NEET compulsory for admission to BAMS?
Yes. Candidates must qualify for NEET-UG to be eligible for BAMS admission at Parul University, as per national regulatory guidelines for Indian Systems of Medicine.
What is the total duration of the BAMS degree?
The BAMS program is 5.5 years in total. This consists of 4.5 years of academic coursework and clinical studies, followed by a mandatory 1-year rotating clinical internship at the campus hospital.
What eligibility criteria must be met in Class 12 for BAMS admission?
Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Science stream) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) and English. General/EWS candidates require a minimum of 50% aggregate in PCB (Theory + Practical combined) along with a valid NEET percentile.
What clinical facilities are available for hands-on medical training?
Parul University features 2 dedicated on-campus Ayurveda Hospitals equipped with functional OPD, IPD, Panchakarma units, and specialized laboratories (Rasa Shastra, Dravyaguna, Ksharsutra, and Pathology) for extensive live patient exposure.
Are postgraduate (MD/MS in Ayurveda) programs offered at Parul University?
Yes. Parul University offers MD and MS (Ayurveda) postgraduate programs across multiple specialties. Admission requires a recognized BAMS degree and qualification in the AIAPGET / PG-NEET exam.
How does the university support students who want to start their own clinic or Ayurvedic brand?
Through the Parul Innovation & Entrepreneurship Research Centre (PIERC), students receive startup incubation, seed grants, prototyping support, and mentorship tailored to herbal product formulation and wellness clinic models.
What skill-building and certification opportunities are available outside the regular syllabus?
Through Lakshya 2047 (Center for Future Skills) and NSDC partnerships, Ayurveda students can earn 25+ globally recognized certifications in modern diagnostic simulation, clinical administration, and integrative wellness protocols.
What career paths can I pursue after graduating with a BAMS from PU?
Graduates can practice as Ayurvedic Physicians, Panchakarma Specialists, Wellness Consultants, or pursue careers as Clinical Researchers, Herbal Product Developers, Hospital Administrators, or Government Medical Officers (AYUSH).
Are merit-based or sports scholarships available for BAMS students?
Yes. Parul University offers several scholarship programs, including Meritorious Scholarships based on academic performance, Sports Scholarships, Alumni Scholarships, and Defense Scholarships.
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