About SDM College of Ayurveda & Hospital, Udupi

SDM College of Ayurveda & Hospital, Udupi is a private Ayurveda institution managed by SDM Educational Society, Karnataka. The institute is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru, and is one of India’s longstanding centres for Ayurvedic education, clinical practice, and research.

Established in 1958, the college offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs in Ayurveda, supported by a large herbal garden, advanced labs, an in-house pharma unit, and an attached multidisciplinary Ayurvedic hospital that provides extensive clinical exposure to students.

The college is recognized by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.

Courses Offered

Undergraduate Program

B.A.M.S. (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery)
Duration: 4.5 years + 1-year internship
Intake: 100 seats

Postgraduate Programs (MD / MS – Ayurveda)

(Seats vary by year; specializations commonly offered:)

• Kayachikitsa (Internal Medicine)

• Panchakarma

• Roga Nidan & Vikriti Vigyana (Diagnostics / Pathology)

• Dravyaguna Vigyana (Herbal Science / Pharmacology)

• Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana (Ayurvedic Pharmaceuticals)

• Shareera Rachana (Anatomy)

• Kriya Sharir (Physiology)

• Samhita & Siddhanta (Classical Texts)

• Swasthavritta (Preventive & Social Medicine)

• Agada Tantra (Toxicology / Forensics)

• Kaumarabhritya (Pediatrics)

• Shalya Tantra (Surgery)

• Prasuti Tantra & Stri Roga (Obstetrics & Gynecology)

Research / Allied Areas

• Ayurveda research programmes

• Ayurvedic drug manufacturing training

• Clinical projects in Panchakarma, Kayachikitsa, and preventive medicine

Fee Structure (Indicative)

(Exact figures vary yearly; students must verify with the institution.)

Notes

• Fees vary by management quota, government quota, and category.

• Hostel and mess fees are charged separately.

• Updated fee structure should be confirmed directly with the college.

Institute Type

• Private Ayurveda College

• Managed by SDM Educational Society

• Large Ayurveda teaching hospital attached

Affiliation / Accreditation / Recognition

• Affiliated to: RGUHS (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences), Bengaluru

• Recognized by: NCISM, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India

• Programs: UG, PG & research in Ayurveda

State

Karnataka

Year Established

1958

Entrance Exams / Eligibility

BAMS

• Admission: NEET-UG (All-India merit & state quota)

• Eligibility: 12th with PCB, minimum 50%

MD / MS Ayurveda

• Admission: AIAPGET (AYUSH PG Entrance)

• Eligibility: BAMS + completed internship

Laboratories / Research Facilities

• Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana laboratory

• Dravyaguna herbarium & pharmacognosy lab

• Panchakarma therapy units

• Clinical diagnostic labs

• Research department & herbal garden

• In-house Ayurvedic pharmacy manufacturing classical formulations

Clinical Training / Internship

• Intensive OPD & IPD exposure

• Rotations in Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, Shalya, Kaumarabhritya, Swasthavritta, etc.

• Practical training in Ayurvedic drug preparation

• Hands-on Panchakarma procedures

• Integrated diagnostics using modern facilities

Hostel / Accommodation

SDM College of Ayurveda & Hospital, Udupi offers well-maintained hostel facilities for both boys and girls. The hostels sit close to the academic blocks and hospital, creating an easy day-to-day rhythm for students.

Key Hostel Features

• Separate hostels for boys and girls

• Furnished rooms (bed, mattress, study table, chair, wardrobe)

• 24×7 security & CCTV surveillance

• RO drinking water

• Hot water / geyser facility

• Shared bathrooms with regular sanitation

• Common study areas

• Recreation rooms with TV, indoor games

• Wi-Fi access in designated areas

• Clean & hygienic mess serving vegetarian food

• On-campus medical support via SDM Ayurveda Hospital

• Laundry facility available

• Hostel warden & support staff available round-the-clock

Hostel Environment

The hostels maintain a calm, study-friendly atmosphere wrapped in the college’s greenery. Students usually appreciate the peaceful setting and secure surroundings.

Hostel Fees

SDM does not publicly display exact hostel fees on the website. Fee structure typically includes:

• Room rent

• Mess charges

• Caution deposit

Facilities / Highlights

• Smart classrooms & seminar halls

• Extensive herbal garden with multiple medicinal plant species

• Digital library & departmental libraries

• In-house Ayurvedic pharmacy unit

• Large Ayurvedic teaching hospital with OPD/IPD, surgery, maternity, diagnostics

• Yoga & physiotherapy support units

• Sports & cultural facilities

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in:

• Private & government Ayurvedic hospitals

• Clinical practice & wellness centres

• Ayurveda research organizations

• Ayurvedic medicine manufacturing companies

• Public health & preventive medicine

• Teaching positions after PG

• Panchakarma specialist roles

• Integrative health and wellness sector

Higher Studies Options

• MD / MS (various Ayurveda specializations)

• PhD in Ayurveda

• Certificate & diploma programs in Panchakarma, pharmacy, yoga therapy

• Research fellowships in herbal sciences

Contact

SDM College of Ayurveda & Hospital
Kuthpady, Udupi – 574118, Karnataka, India

Phone: 0820-2520332
Email: sdmcau@gmail.com