Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC) is a private college established in the year 2002 on the property of Vishnu Pharmaceuticals and Nursing Home. It is situated in the city of Palakkad, Kerala. The college is affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and is approved by the Central Council of Indian Medicines. It has a campus of 10.73 Acres.

Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC) offers a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Sciences and Surgery (BAMS) at the UG level. It also offers Certificate courses in Ayurveda Pharmacy, Ayurveda Nursing and Ayurveda Masseur. Admissions are based on entrance examinations or merit secured in the qualifying exam. 

Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC), Palakkad Highlights

All the information about the institution is listed below:

Established I Institute Type  2002 I Private
Approved by Central Council of Indian Medicines
Affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS)
Campus Area 10.73 Acres
Courses Offered UG & Certificate
Admission Criteria  Entrance and Merit-based
Entrance Exam NEET/KEAM
Application mode  Online
Campus Area  10.73 Acres
Faculty 34
Facilities available Library, Hostel, Lifts, Sports, Canteen, Hospital
Email  vishnuayurvedacollege@yahoo.co.in
Official Website  vishnuayurvedacollege.in/campus.php
Contact 7994030042

Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC), Palakkad Courses

Course Specialization Eligibility
BAMS -
  • Duration: 5 and a half years (4 and a half year course and 1-year internship)
  • Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • Selection-Criteria: NEET/KEAM
  • Intake: 60

Certificate		 Ayurveda Pharmacy
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Eligibility: Passed 10th 
  • Selection Criteria: Merit
  • Intake: 25
Ayurveda Masseur
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Eligibility: Passed 10th
  • Selection Criteria: Merit
  • Intake: 30
Ayurved Nursing
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Eligibility: Passed 10th
  • Selection Criteria: Merit
  • Intake: 30

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Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC), Palakkad Admissions

Admissions at Vishnu Ayurveda College are offered on the basis of both entrance examinations and marks obtained in the previous examination. 

For BAMS, admissions are based on a valid score obtained in NEET or KEAM entrance examinations. Whereas, for Certificate courses, admissions are based on merit. 

How to Apply?

Candidates must apply for NEET or KEAM entrance examinations on the respective official website. Admissions are offered to those who obtain a valid score in the examination. 

Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC), Palakkad Facilities

Following are the facilities offered by the institute to cater to the need of the students and the faculty members:

  • Hostel: The college has separate girls and boys hostel on campus. The hostel is spacious and beautifully built. The ladies hostel can accommodate 300 students and boys hostel can accommodate 60 students. The hostel is cleaned every day and has facilities like Bathrooms, rooms, water supply, a mess. The hostel is supervised by the security personnel at all times. Both the hostels have 1 warden each who is responsible for the proper functioning of the hostel. The hostel rent is 15000/- per year which is to be paid in advance along with a 1-time deposit of Rs 5000/-.
  • Sports & Games: It has a playground for students. Many sports events are organized every month for students. Games such as Chess, Table Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, and Football are played by the students in between classes
  • Seminars and Workshops: Many workshops and seminars are organized by the college every month. All special days like World Environment Day, World Health Day, Yoga Day, International Women’s day, and many more are celebrated on campus.
  • Central Library: The college has a spacious library for the students and staff. Each department has its own library which has Textbooks, Reference books, Journals, and magazines of that specific subject. The library has a total of 11108 books about Ayurveda and Sciences and 32 journals. The library is equipped with wifi facilities so that students can take help while doing their work. It has a seating capacity of 160 seats.
  • Hospital Block: Since the college was merged with the land of Vishnu Pharmaceuticals and Nursing Home, the campus also has a hospital. The hospital has 50 beds and are very helpful for the citizens who live near the college to get affordable treatment.
  • Lift: Lift is available in the Hospital building and College building
  • Canteen: The college also has a canteen which serves fresh and hygienic food

Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC), Palakkad Faculty

The faculty members of Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC) are professionals and specialists in their respective departments. The teaching staff try their best to define the skills of the students so that they can achieve great things in their respective fields. The faculty members are working at the following position:

  • Assistant Professor- 10 
  • Associate Professor- 11

Vishnu Ayurveda College (VAC), Palakkad FAQs

Ques. What are the career options after doing the BAMS from Vishnu Ayurveda College, Palakkad?

Ans. Some of the career options are:

  • Physician
  • Teacher
  • Manager
  • Clinical Research Associate 
  • Drug manufacturer
  • Medical Supervisor

Ques. What are the subjects taught in the first year of the BAMS course at VAC, Palakkad?

Ans. The subjects taught are:

  1. History of the Ayurvedic system
  2. Basic principles of Ayurveda
  3. Anatomy
  4. Physiology
  5. Toxicology
  6. Pharmacology
  7. Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical Science 

Ques. How are the facilities at Vishnu Ayurveda College?

Ans. The facilities at the college have only improved in recent years. Facilities such as Library, canteen, ATM, classrooms, Digital classroom, Cooperative Store, Computer Lab, and Playground are available for the students to enjoy.

Ques. What is the fee for BAMS course at Vishnu Ayurveda College?

Ans. The annual tuition fee for BAMS degree course is Rs. 1,99,415/- for all seats except NRI. The annual fees for NRI candidates is Rs. 3,00,000/-. In addition to the annual fees, students will also have to pay additional fees as per the direction of authorities.

Ques. What is the mode of application for NRI candidates applying to Vishnu Ayurveda College, Palakkad?

Ans. The mode of application for NRI candidates is purely online. The application process of both the entrance examination is purely done online and candidates can only fill the application forms online.