International students (FN, NRI, OCI, PIO, CIWGC) can join BAMS in Maharashtra through the official State CET Cell portal. NEET-UG is mandatory for all AYUSH undergraduate medical courses in India, including the international quota — there is no exception for foreign nationals. Programme duration: 5.5 years (including internship).
About the programme
A five-and-a-half-year Ayurvedic medicine programme (including a one-year internship) at colleges recognised under the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine.
Who can apply
- Foreign Nationals (FN) — non-Indian passport holders
- Non-Resident Indians (NRI)
- Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)
- Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC)
- Children of Merchant Navy personnel
Entrance exam
Eligibility & key facts
| Academic eligibility | Completed 12th grade with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, plus a valid NEET-UG qualification. |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Duration | 5.5 years |
| State CET Cell fee | USD 1,200 one-time (USD 50 eligibility check + USD 1,150 registration) |
| Tuition | Varies by college; shown in the portal during choice filling |
| Where | 200+ participating colleges across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur |
How to apply on fn.mahacet.org
- Register on fn.mahacet.org. Create your free account with your name, e-mail and passport details.
- Submit documents for the eligibility check. Upload transcripts, passport and category documents, and pay the USD 50 eligibility-check fee.
- Receive your eligibility confirmation. The State CET Cell verifies your documents and confirms the courses you qualify for.
- Complete registration. Pay the USD 1,150 registration fee to activate your candidature.
- Fill your college choices. Select colleges and branches from the participating institutes listed in the portal.
- Accept your seat allotment. Receive your allotment letter and report to the college to complete admission.
Frequently asked questions
Is NEET-UG required for BAMS?
NEET-UG is mandatory for all AYUSH undergraduate medical courses in India, including the international quota — there is no exception for foreign nationals.
How do I apply?
Register free on fn.mahacet.org, submit your documents for the eligibility check, and the State CET Cell will confirm the courses you qualify for.
What does it cost to apply?
The State CET Cell fee is USD 1,200 in total — a USD 50 eligibility-check fee when you submit documents, and USD 1,150 registration after your eligibility is confirmed. Tuition is paid separately to the college you join.