Vinayaka Missions University Salem BHMS : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes. BHMS admission at VMU Salem is based on NEET-UG scores as mandated by the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH). Candidates must qualify NEET-UG with the required percentile (50th for General, 40th for SC/ST/OBC). After results, admission is through AACCC online counselling conducted by the Ministry of AYUSH at aaccc.gov.in.

Ans. The annual tuition fee for BHMS at VMU Salem is INR 1,25,000, paid in two installments per year. Over the 4.5 academic years, the total tuition comes to INR 5,62,500. This is among the more affordable BHMS programmes in Tamil Nadu’s private deemed university sector. Hostel accommodation is available at additional charges. Fee figures are from the official VMRF website for 2026-27.

Ans. After NEET-UG results, AACCC (Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee) releases the BHMS counselling schedule at aaccc.gov.in. Eligible candidates register, pay the counselling fee, fill college choices, and receive seat allotment results online. Allotted candidates must report to VMU’s Homoeopathic Medical College in Salem with original documents and pay fees to secure the seat.

Ans. BHMS graduates from VMU Salem can register as licensed homoeopathic physicians with the State Council of Homoeopathy and practise independently. Other options include government hospital postings, joining AYUSH dispensaries, pursuing MD (Homoeopathy) for specialisation, or working in the wellness and integrative medicine sectors. BHMS graduates can also appear for state AYUSH recruitment board examinations.

Ans. The BHMS programme at VMU Salem is 5.5 years in total, comprising 4.5 years of academic study across preclinical, paraclinical, and clinical phases, followed by one year of Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI). During CRRI, students rotate through the hospital’s clinical departments under supervision. Completing CRRI is mandatory to obtain the BHMS degree and to apply for state medical registration.

Ans. Candidates must meet the minimum NEET-UG percentile as prescribed by the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH). General category candidates need the 50th percentile, General PwBD candidates need the 45th percentile, and SC/ST/OBC candidates need the 40th percentile. The actual college-specific cutoff at VMU Salem depends on seat availability and the number of applicants in each round of AACCC counselling.