Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is an undergraduate degree program in the field of Ayurveda, which is an ancient system of medicine that originated in India. BAMS program in Nepal aims to provide students with knowledge and skills in Ayurvedic principles, diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases. The course duration is 5.5 years, including a 1-year internship.
The curriculum of BAMS includes Ayurvedic philosophy, anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, surgery, and gynecology, among others.
Upon completion of the BAMS program, graduates can work in government or private hospitals, clinics, Ayurvedic health centers, research centers, and can also set up their own practice. They can also pursue higher studies such as MD in Ayurveda or PhD in Ayurveda.

A. Eligibility
a. Passed 10+2 Science or equivalent (with Physics, Chemistry and Biology) with 50% aggregate in total marks or GPA 2.4 OR secured the percentage equivalent to above eligibility in regards to the certificate level programs (eg. A-Level) with different grading system OR
b. Applicants who have passed the Health Science Proficiency Certificate/Diploma (General Medicine, Medical Lab Technology, Ophthalmic Science, Dental Science, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Radiography, Physiotherapy) with at least 50% aggregate in total marks AND
c. Registered in Nepal Health Professional Council or Nepal Pharmacy Council or Nepal Ayurveda Council as per related educational program.
B. Examination Format
a. Question type: Single best response type of multiple-choice questions
b. Option: Four options (A, B, C, D)
c. Number of questions: 200
d. Full marks: 200
e. Cognitive ratio: Recall: Understanding: Application – 30:50:20
f. Duration: 3 hours