MD (Ayurveda) in Swasthavritta

• Candidate must possess a recognized BAMS degree.
• Completion of compulsory rotatory internship before admission.
• Must qualify AIAPGET examination.
• Valid registration with State/Central Ayurvedic Medical Council.
• Admission based on merit, counseling process, reservation policy, and seat availability.
• Foreign/NRI candidates may apply according to institute guidelines.

• The MD (Ayurveda) in Swasthavritta at the National Institute of Ayurveda is a specialized postgraduate program dedicated to preventive medicine, health promotion, and holistic wellness through Ayurvedic principles. The course is designed to provide advanced knowledge and practical understanding of lifestyle management, public health, yoga, nutrition, environmental hygiene, and disease prevention strategies.
• The department focuses on maintaining physical, mental, and social well-being through classical Ayurvedic concepts such as Dinacharya (daily regimen), Ritucharya (seasonal regimen), Sadvritta (ethical conduct), Ahara-Vihara (diet and lifestyle), and preventive healthcare practices. Students receive training in community health programs, wellness counseling, nutrition planning, yoga therapy, and lifestyle disorder management.
• The curriculum integrates Ayurvedic preventive medicine with modern public health concepts to promote holistic healthcare delivery and disease prevention. Scholars study epidemiology, environmental health, occupational health, health education, community medicine, stress management, and integrative wellness approaches.
• The institute provides practical exposure through yoga units, wellness centers, public health activities, community outreach programs, seminars, workshops, research projects, and interdisciplinary healthcare initiatives. Students actively participate in health awareness campaigns, preventive healthcare clinics, and evidence-based research activities.
• Research-oriented learning is an important component of the program, encouraging postgraduate scholars to scientifically evaluate Ayurvedic preventive healthcare models and their relevance in contemporary lifestyle and public health management.
• Graduates of MD Swasthavritta can pursue careers in wellness centers, preventive healthcare clinics, yoga and naturopathy centers, public health organizations, academics, healthcare consultancy, corporate wellness programs, and integrative medicine sectors.

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 according to category requirements.

Step 5:

Register for AACCC AYUSH PG Counseling.

Step 6:

Select MD (Ayurveda) in Swasthavritta 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 registration verification
• Fee payment
• Admission confirmation

Step 9:

Apply for hostel accommodation if required.