
Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 5, 2022
“ Homeopathy cures a large percentage of cases than any other form of treatment” - Mahatma Gandhi
BHMS or Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery is an undergraduate academic degree course which covers medical knowledge of the homeopathic system. The course is of 5½ year duration which includes 4.5 years of study followed by 1 year of internship.
The course can be pursued after completion of 10+2 level of education with 50% marks in aggregate. Admission to the program is based on entrance exams like NEET, KEAM, etc.
The average course fee ranges from INR 2 to 3 Lakhs.
Some of the top institutes offering this course are:
- Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune
- Vinayaka Missions University, Salem
- Dr. D Y Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune
- Parul University, Vadodara
- National Institute of Homeopathy, Kolkata
BHMS course allows candidates to choose any specialization such as Homoeopathic Pharmacy, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Skin Specialist and Infertility to take care of patients with their homeopathic study knowledge exposure.
After completing this course, candidates have a lot of career options and can pursue various professions such as Lecturer, Scientist, Doctor, and Therapist. The average salary package offered to these employees ranges from INR 3 to 5 Lakhs.
BHMS: What is it About?
BHMS course covers the theoretical and practical knowledge of the homeopathic system. Homeopathy is based on the self-healing power of our bodies and focuses on accentuating that. One of the most popular medication systems in India along with Allopathy and Ayurveda, Homeopathy is widely practiced.
The course curriculum includes topics like Human Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology and Community Medicine. The course covers a collection of clinical and preclinical subjects.

BHMS: Course Highlights
Course Level | Undergraduate |
Duration | 5½ years |
Full Form | Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery |
Examination Type | Semester system |
Eligibility | 10+2 level with 50% marks |
Admission Process | Entrance Exam followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview |
Course delivery method | Lectures, Industrial Trainings, Project |
Why Study BHMS?
The main reasons to study BHMS are as follows:
- It is the second largest medical alternative after allopathy.
- Well respected profession.
- A five and half year degree course providing a thorough knowledge about the subject.
- There are homeopathic colleges abroad as well providing further education in the particular field.

BHMS Eligibility
Candidates are required to fulfill the below-mentioned minimum eligibility criteria to get admission into this course.
- 10+2 or any equivalent degree from a recognized university.
- An aggregate score of 50% at 10+2 level.
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as the compulsory subjects.
- Minimum age limit is 17 years
BHMS Admission Process
Admission to some of the top institutes for BHMS courses is done through the entrance exam. Candidates need to go through different entrance exams conducted at the national level and state level.
Candidates are selected based on marks obtained in the respective entrance exam which is followed by a round of Group Discussion and Personal Interview. With this, the skills and abilities of candidates can be judged and they are shortlisted. Those candidates who successfully clear the entrance test can appear for the further counseling rounds.
BHMS Entrance Exams
A list of entrance exams conducted for admission to BHMS course is mentioned below.
NEET: The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), is an entrance examination in India for students who wish to study undergraduate medical courses.
Date to be Conducted | No of Questions | Question Type | Marking Scheme | Duration of Examination |
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13th September 2020 | 180 | MCQ | +4: Correct -1: Incorrect | 3 Hours |
TS EAMCET: TS EAMCET is a state-level entrance exam to grant admission in the first year engineering/ agriculture/ medical courses at various colleges/ universities in the State of Telangana.
Date to be Conducted | No of Questions | Question Type | Marking Scheme | Duration of Examination |
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Not Announced, postponed due to Covid 19 | 160 | MCQ | +1 : Correct No negative marking | 3 Hours |
AP EAMCET: AP EAMCET is an entrance examination held separately in the Indian States of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh for admission into various colleges across both the states in the streams of Engineering, Medicine and Agriculture.
Date to be Conducted | No of Questions | Question Type | Marking Scheme | Duration of Examination |
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Not Announced, postponed due to Covid 19 | 160 | Objective | +1: Correct No Negative Marking | 3 Hours |
KEAM: KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical) is an entrance examination series for admissions to various professional degree courses in the state of Kerala, India.
Date to be Conducted | No of Questions | Question Type | Marking Scheme | Duration of Examination |
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Not Announced, postponed due to Covid 19 | 120+120=240 | MCQ | +4: Correct -1: Wrong | 2.5 hours + 2.5 hours = 5 Hours |
PU CET: PU CET (Punjab University Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by Panjab University, Chandigarh for candidates seeking admission to the various UG and PG programs
Date to be Conducted | No of Questions | Question Type | Marking Scheme | Duration of Examination |
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Not Announced, postponed due to Covid 19 | 60*6=360 | MCQ | +2: Correct -0.25: Wrong | 70 min * 6 = 420 minutes |
Application form for the entrance test is available in both offline and online mode from the official website of the board conducting the exam. A demand draft of specified amount should be submitted before filling the application form through online mode. Candidates who are submitting the application with an offline method have to collect the application form from the counter of the colleges which are offering this course.
BHMS Top Colleges
The colleges that caters to BHMS are mentioned below along with location and average annual fees:
Institute Name | Location | Average Annual Fees |
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Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University | Pune | INR 1,48,000 |
Kerala University of Health Sciences | Thrissur | INR 25,000 |
Vinayaka Missions University | Salem | INR 3,00,000 |
Government Medical College and Hospital | Chandigarh | INR 1,22,000 |
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences | Nashik | INR 30,000 |
Nehru Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital | New Delhi | INR 3,200 |
Dr. D Y Patil Vidyapeeth | Pune | INR 1,75,000 |
Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s University | Jaipur | INR 1,75,000 |
Bakson Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital | Greater Noida | INE 2,85,000 |
Parul University | Vadodara | INR 78,000 |
Anushree Homeopathic Medical College | Jabalpur | INR 46,700 |
RKDF University | Bhopal | INR 1,53,000 |
BHMS Syllabus
The part wise syllabus of BHMS followed by colleges are mentioned below;
First Part (1 ½ Years) | Second Part (1 Year) |
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Organon of Medicine, Principles of Homoeopathic Philosophy and Psychology | Pathology and Microbiology including Virology and Parasitology Bacteriology |
Physiology including Biochemistry | Organon of Medicine and Principles of Homeopathic Philosophy |
Anatomy, Histology, and Embryology | Forensic Medicine and Toxicology |
Homeopathic Materia Medica | Homoeopathic Materia Medica |
Homeopathic Pharmacy | Surgery including ENT, Eye Dental and Homeo Therapeutics |
Practice of Medicine and Homeo Therapeutics | |
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Infant Care and Homeo Therapeutics | |
Third Part ( 1 Year ) | Fourth Year ( 1 Year) |
The Practice of Medicine and Homeo Therapeutics | The Practice of Medicine and Homeo Therapeutics |
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Infant Care and Homeo Therapeutics | Organon of Medicine |
Surgery including ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental and Homeo Therapeutics | Homoeopathic Materia Medica |
Organon of Medicine | Repertory |
Homoeopathic Materia Medica | Community Medicine |
Fifth Year ( Compulsory Rotatory Internship) |
BHMS Scope
A student after completing BHMs has a number of choices to make. He can join the workforce or do further studies. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Different coices that student can make are discussed below.
Higher Education
Candidates can either work or opt for the higher studies in Homeopathy and the allied areas. Mentioned below are some of the areas in which higher studies can be done after BHMS course:
M.D (Hom) Materia Medica | M.Sc Clinical Research |
M.D (Hom) Organon of Medicine and Philosophy | M.Sc Human Genome |
M.D (Hom) Practice of Medicine | M.Sc Applied Psychology |
M.D (Hom) Case Taking and Repertorisation | M.Sc Medical Biochemistry |
M.D (Hom) Psychiatry | M.Sc Health Sciences and Yoga Therapy |
M.D (Hom) Paediatrics | PGDM Holistic Health Care |
M.D (Hom) Pharmacy | PGDM Acupuncture |
M.Sc Epidemiology | PGDM Preventive and Promotive Health Care |
M.Sc Medical Biochemistry | PGDM Diabetes Mellitus |
M.Sc Medical Anatomy | PGDM Clinical Diabetology |
Jobs and Salary
Candidates who wish to work can opt for any of the below-mentioned job profiles:
Job Profile | Job Description | Average Annual Salary |
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Doctor | Doctors are responsible for performing health tests, running diagnosis, treating patients and prescribing medicines to them. | INR 5,00,000-7,00,000 |
Private Practitioner | Private practitioners provide private services to their patients related to health, mental issues, and many other things. | INR 4,00,000-7,00,000 |
Public Health Specialist | They analyze and develop programs to improve the health of people. PHSs find opportunities in government as well as private sectors. | INR 5,00,000 - 6,00,000 |
Pharmacist | A pharmacist owns a pharmacy and interprets a doctor’s prescription. A pharmacist also detects therapeutic incompatibilities. | INR 2,00,000 - 5,00,000 |

FAQ:
Ques: Is there any Entrance Exams for BHMS?
Ans: Yes, Students need to pass exams like NEET to be eligible for BHMS. Most states have their own entrance exam like TS EAMCET or AP EAMCET for admission in their particular state colleges.
Ques: What are the top colleges offering Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine & Surgery (B.H.M.S.) courses ?
Ans: Maulana Azad Medical College (Delhi) , Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (Wardha) , Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (Puducherry) , Government Medical College (Amritsar) , CMC Vellore (Vellore) are some of the top colleges for BHMS.
Ques: What is the average fee for BHMS?
Ans: The average fees ranges from INR 1,00,000 to INR 3,00,000 for good BHMS colleges.
Ques: Most popular BHMS Specialization ?
Ans: Some of the popular specializations for B.H.M.S. (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery) are : Forensic Medicine , Homeopathy , Public Health , Homeopathy , Homeopathic Materia Medica.
Ques: Can a BHMS graduate perform surgery?
Ans: No, a person cannot perform surgery after studying BHMS.
Ques: Can a BHMS doctor prescribe allopathy medicine?
Ans: A BHMS doctor must study allopathy to prescribe allopathy medicine. Homeopathy doctors can pursue MD in Pharmacology after completing BHMS.
Ques: Is NEET necessary for BHMS?
Ans: Yes, to take admission to BHMS degree course, you need to clear NEET. The cutoff for BHMS degree course in NEET 2019 was between 100-130.
Ques: Can someone MD after BHMS?
Ans: Yes, MD in homeopathy is available after BHMS.The disciplines available are: Pharmacy Philosophy Materia Medica Paediatrics Practice of Medicine Psychiatry Repertory