To be eligible for AIAPGET 2026, students must hold a BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, or BHMS degree from a CCIM- or CCH-recognized institution and must have completed or be currently undertaking their compulsory rotating internship.
AIAPGET 2026 (All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test) is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Ministry of Ayush for admission to MD/MS postgraduate programs in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy. Meeting every eligibility condition before you apply saves your application from being rejected at the verification stage.
- Students with a BAMS degree are eligible for Ayurveda MD/MS programs.
- Students with a BUMS degree are eligible for Unani MD programs.
- Students with a BSMS degree are eligible for Siddha MD/MS programs.
- Students with a BHMS degree are eligible for Homeopathy MD/MS programs.
- The qualifying degree must be recognized by CCIM (Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha) or CCH (Homeopathy).
- Valid State or Central Council registration is mandatory and must be uploaded at the time of application.
- There is no upper age limit and no cap on the number of attempts for AIAPGET 2026.
| Direct Link to AIAPGET 2026 Official Website | nta.ac.in |
AIAPGET 2026 Eligibility Criteria Overview
NTA specifies the eligibility conditions for AIAPGET 2026 in the official information bulletin published on nta.ac.in. The core parameters are your undergraduate Ayush degree, the recognizing council, internship status, and valid registration. The table below gives a quick snapshot of all key conditions.
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Degree | BAMS / BUMS / BSMS / BHMS |
| Recognizing Body | CCIM (Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha) or CCH (Homeopathy) |
| University Affiliation | Affiliated to a recognized university and approved by the Central Government |
| Internship | Completed or currently undertaking at time of application |
| Council Registration | Valid State or Central Council (CCIM/CCH) registration mandatory |
| Nationality | Indian nationals (OCI/NRI as per Ministry of Ayush guidelines) |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit prescribed |
| Number of Attempts | No restriction |
Educational Qualification for AIAPGET 2026
Your undergraduate Ayush degree is the primary eligibility requirement for AIAPGET 2026. The degree must be from a college recognized by the Central Government and affiliated to a recognized university. Additionally, the course itself must be approved by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) for Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha streams, or by the Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH) for the Homeopathy stream.
Students who are in the final year of their undergraduate Ayush program may be permitted to apply provisionally, subject to completing all degree requirements and internship before the joining date of the allotted PG seat. Confirm this with the NTA information bulletin for 2026 before applying.
| Degree | Full Form | Eligible PG Program | Recognized By |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAMS | Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery | MD / MS (Ayurveda) | CCIM |
| BUMS | Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery | MD (Unani) | CCIM |
| BSMS | Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery | MD / MS (Siddha) | CCIM |
| BHMS | Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery | MD / MS (Homeopathy) | CCH |
Eligible Subjects and Disciplines in AIAPGET 2026
AIAPGET 2026 is a single common entrance test covering all Ayush streams, but your undergraduate degree determines which subject stream and PG specializations you are eligible for. You can apply only for seats in the Ayush system that matches your UG qualification. The table below lists the major PG specializations available under each stream.
| Ayush Stream | Required UG Degree | Key PG Specializations |
|---|---|---|
| Ayurveda | BAMS | Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra, Shalakya Tantra, Prasuti Tantra, Kaumarbhritya, Panchkarma, Dravyaguna, Rasa Shastra, Agad Tantra, Swasthavritta, Samhita and Siddhanta |
| Unani | BUMS | Moalijat, Jarahat, Amraze Ain Uzn Anf Halaq, Amraze Niswan wa Ilmul Qabalat, Tahaffuzi wa Samaji Tib, Ilmul Advia |
| Siddha | BSMS | Sirappu Maruthuvam, Kuzhanthai Maruthuvam, Nanju Maruthuvam, Noi Nadal, Gunapadam |
| Homeopathy | BHMS | Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy, Materia Medica, Repertory, Practice of Medicine, Paediatrics, Psychiatry |
A BAMS graduate cannot apply for Unani or Homeopathy PG seats and vice versa. The exam syllabus for each stream is also based on the respective UG curriculum, so you will appear in the paper corresponding to your degree.
Internship and Council Registration for AIAPGET 2026
All Ayush UG programs include a compulsory rotating internship at the end of the course. You must have completed your internship — or be currently undertaking it — at the time of submitting the AIAPGET 2026 application. Students who complete internship after the application window but before the joining date of an allotted PG seat may still be considered for admission, but this is subject to the rules of the allotting authority.
Valid registration with a State Ayush Council or the Central Council (CCIM or CCH) is a mandatory condition. You will need to upload your registration certificate as a supporting document during the online application. If your registration is pending, check whether a provisional registration letter is accepted — this detail is specified in the NTA information bulletin issued before each cycle.
AIAPGET 2026 Age Limit and Number of Attempts
There is no upper or lower age limit for AIAPGET 2026. Any student who holds a valid Ayush UG degree can appear regardless of when they graduated, making the exam accessible to working professionals and those who graduated in previous years.
There is no restriction on the number of attempts for AIAPGET. You can appear in every annual cycle of the exam as long as you continue to fulfil the other eligibility criteria. This unlimited attempt policy is a significant advantage compared to several other medical postgraduate entrance tests that impose attempt caps.
AIAPGET 2026 Eligibility Checklist
Go through this checklist before you start filling out the AIAPGET 2026 application form to avoid rejection at the document verification stage.
| Checkpoint | What to Verify |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Degree | BAMS / BUMS / BSMS / BHMS from a CCIM- or CCH-recognized institution |
| University and College Recognition | College affiliated to a recognized university and approved by the Central Government |
| Internship Status | Completed or currently undertaking the compulsory rotating internship |
| Council Registration | Valid registration certificate from State Ayush Council or CCIM/CCH available for upload |
| Subject Stream Match | Applying only for the Ayush system that matches your UG degree |
| Nationality | Indian national or OCI/NRI as per Ministry of Ayush guidelines |
| Age and Attempts | No restrictions — all eligible students can appear regardless of age or prior attempts |
AIAPGET 2026 Eligibility Criteria FAQs
Ques. What is the minimum educational qualification required for AIAPGET 2026?
Ans. You must hold a BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, or BHMS degree from a college recognized by CCIM (for Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha) or CCH (for Homeopathy) and affiliated to a recognized university approved by the Central Government.
Ques. Can a BAMS graduate apply for Homeopathy PG seats through AIAPGET 2026?
Ans. No. Your qualifying degree determines which Ayush stream you are eligible for. BAMS graduates can apply only for Ayurveda MD/MS seats. BHMS graduates are eligible for Homeopathy MD/MS seats. Cross-stream applications are not permitted.
Ques. Is there an age limit for AIAPGET 2026?
Ans. No, there is no upper or lower age limit for AIAPGET 2026. Students of any age who hold the required Ayush UG degree and meet other conditions are eligible to apply.
Ques. How many times can I attempt AIAPGET?
Ans. There is no restriction on the number of attempts for AIAPGET. You can appear in every annual cycle as long as you continue to meet the other eligibility criteria such as valid degree and council registration.
Ques. Is internship completion mandatory before applying for AIAPGET 2026?
Ans. You must have completed your compulsory rotating internship or be currently undertaking it at the time of application. Final admission to a PG seat generally requires full internship completion before the joining date.
Ques. Is council registration mandatory for AIAPGET 2026?
Ans. Yes, valid registration with a State Ayush Council or the Central Council (CCIM or CCH) is mandatory. You must upload your registration certificate during the online application. Check the NTA information bulletin for whether provisional registration is accepted.
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