MD (Ayurveda) in Kaumarbhritya

Duration: 3 Year(s)

National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Panchkula

Panchkula, Haryana, India

Course TypeMaster

Course Specialty

Ayurveda

Overview

The MD (Ayurveda) in Kaumarbhritya at the National Institute of Ayurveda is a specialized postgraduate program dedicated to Ayurvedic pediatrics and child healthcare. The course is designed to provide advanced clinical knowledge and practical training in neonatal care, child nutrition, developmental disorders, preventive pediatrics, and Ayurvedic therapeutic management for pediatric diseases.
The department focuses on integrating classical Ayurvedic pediatric principles with modern diagnostic and clinical approaches to improve child health outcomes. Students receive in-depth exposure to pediatric OPD and IPD services, clinical case discussions, emergency pediatric care concepts, and specialized Ayurvedic therapies for children.
The program includes academic training in infant care, growth and developmental assessment, pediatric nutrition, immunology, communicable diseases, congenital disorders, and adolescent healthcare management. Scholars are also trained in preventive healthcare strategies and holistic wellness approaches for children.
The institute provides strong clinical exposure through its attached Ayurvedic hospital, where postgraduate students participate in patient diagnosis, treatment planning, Panchakarma procedures for pediatric cases, and interdisciplinary medical discussions under experienced faculty supervision.
Students also engage in seminars, research activities, thesis work, academic presentations, and evidence-based Ayurvedic studies to enhance research and professional competencies. Modern classrooms, libraries, laboratories, and digital learning resources support comprehensive academic development.
Graduates of this program can pursue careers in pediatric Ayurvedic practice, academics, clinical research, hospital administration, public health projects, wellness centers, and higher research opportunities in Ayurveda and integrative medicine.

Admission Intake

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Fee (INR):

Stipend (INR):

Monthly stipend is provided to postgraduate scholars during the entire course duration.

Accomodation:

As Per Availability

Scholarship:

Eligibility

Candidate must possess a recognized BAMS degree.
Completion of compulsory rotatory internship before admission.
Must qualify AIAPGET (All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test).
Valid registration with State or Central Ayurvedic Medical Council.
Admission based on merit, counseling, reservation norms, and seat availability.
Foreign candidates may apply through Ministry of AYUSH/ICCR channels.

Minimum Education

BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)

Admission Process:

Step 1:

Complete BAMS degree from a recognized institution.

Step 2:

Finish compulsory rotatory internship.

Step 3:

Appear for the AIAPGET Examination.

Step 4:

Secure qualifying marks/rank as per category cutoff.

Step 5:

Step 6:

Select MD (Ayurveda) in Kaumarbhritya and preferred institute during choice filling.

Step 7:

Seat allotment is conducted based on:

AIAPGET rank
Reservation policy
Seat availability

Step 8:

Report to the institute for:

Document verification
Medical council registration verification
Fee submission
Admission confirmation

Step 9:

Apply for hostel accommodation if required.