National-Level Homeopathy Exams

📘 Introduction to National-Level Homeopathy Exams

National-level Homeopathy exams are conducted across India to offer admission into various undergraduate, postgraduate, and research-level programs. These exams ensure merit-based entry into BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery), MD Hom., PhD in Homeopathy, and other related specializations.

These national exams are recognized by:

• NTA (National Testing Agency)
• AYUSH Ministry, Government of India
• National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH)

They act as a gateway to admissions in both government and private Homeopathy colleges, research institutes, and AYUSH universities.

📑 National-Level Homeopathy Exams-Complete Detail

Exam Name	Conducting Body	Courses Offered	Exam Level
NEET-UG (AYUSH Admissions)	National Testing Agency (NTA)	BHMS (UG)	National
AIAPGET (Homeopathy)	NTA (On behalf of Ministry of AYUSH)	MD Hom. (PG)	National
NEET-PG (AYUSH)	National Board of Examinations (NBE)	PG AYUSH including Homeopathy	National
PhD Entrance Test (Homeopathy)	Various Central/AYUSH Universities (CEA/AYUSH)	PhD in Homeopathic Specializations	National/University
All India Homeopathy Entrance Test	Ministry of AYUSH / NCH (varies)	Fellowship, Diploma in Homeopathy Sciences	National

📚 Exam Wise Detailed Guide Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Career Scope:-

1. NEET-UG (For BHMS Admission)

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), the national-level exam for admission into BHMS, BAMS, BUMS, and BNYS courses.

Eligibility

• Must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology
• Minimum 50% marks (General)
• 40% for SC/ST/OBC
• Minimum age: 17 years

Exam Pattern

• Mode: Offline (Pen-Paper)
• Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
• Total Questions: 200 (180 to attempt)
• Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany + Zoology)
• Marking:
  • +4 for correct
  • –1 for wrong

Career Scope (After BHMS via NEET)

• Junior Homeopathy Doctor
• Clinical Homeopathy Practitioner
• Medical Officer in Government AYUSH hospitals
• Homeopathic Pharmacist
• Homeopathy Consultant
• Internship in AYUSH hospitals and research centres
• Opportunity to pursue MD Hom. through AIAPGET

2. AIAPGET (PG Homeopathy Entrance)

All India AYUSH Postgraduate Entrance Test

Eligibility

• Completed BHMS degree with internship
• Permanent registration under State/All India Homeopathy Council
• No age limit

Exam Pattern

• Mode: Computer-Based Test
• Total Questions: 120 MCQs
• Duration: 2 hours
• Subjects:
  • Organon of Medicine
  • Materia Medica
  • Homeopathic Pharmacy
  • Repertory
  • Community Medicine
  • Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology

Career Scope (After MD Hom.)

• Homeopathy Specialist Doctor
• Senior Consultant in AYUSH hospitals
• Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Homeopathy colleges
• Research Scientist in CCRH & AYUSH-funded projects
• Hospital Administrator
• Higher studies: PhD in Homeopathy

3. NEET-PG (AYUSH PG Courses Including Homeopathy)

The exam is conducted by National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS).

Eligibility

• BHMS graduates with a completed internship
• Valid registration under NCH
• Minimum qualifying marks

Exam Pattern

• Mode: Computer-Based
• 300 MCQs
• All AYUSH subjects
• 3 hours duration

Career Scope

• Admission into higher-level AYUSH PG programs
• Homeopathy research and teaching
• Specialist doctor roles
• Senior positions in multi-specialty hospitals

4. PhD Homeopathy Entrance Exam

Various central universities & AYUSH institutes conduct national-level PhD tests.

Eligibility

• MD in Homeopathy
• Minimum 55% aggregate
• Research proposal submission required

Exam Pattern

• Objective + Subjective test
• Includes Research Methodology & Homeopathy subjects
• Viva Voce (Interview)

Career Scope

• Research Scientist (CCRH, AYUSH)
• Professor in Homeopathy colleges
• Research Guide/PhD Supervisor
• Writer/Author of Homeopathic journals
• Policy-making positions in AYUSH Ministry

5. All India Homeopathy Fellowship/Diploma Entrance

Conducted occasionally by AYUSH or National Homeopathy Council.

Eligibility

• BHMS or Certificate-level Homeopathy background
• Some fellowships accept BAMS/BUMS also

Exam Pattern

• MCQ test (Homeopathy + General Science)
• Practical assessment (in some courses)

Career Scope

• Specialist roles in:
  • Homeopathic pharmacy
  • Clinical research
  • Case-taking & repertory specialization
• Senior roles in Homeopathy institutions

📌 Additional Career Scope After National Homeopathy Exams

• Homeopathy Doctor (Private/Govt)
• AYUSH Medical Officer
• Clinical Practitioner
• Homeopathy Pharmacist
• Health Educator
• Research Assistant
• Teaching Faculty
• Homeopathic Hospital Administrator
• Work in National Homeopathy Research Council

📌 Salary Overview

Qualification	Average Salary (India)
BHMS	₹3–6 LPA
MD Hom.	₹6–10 LPA
Homeopathy Consultant	₹8–15 LPA
Research Scientist (AYUSH)	₹8–14 LPA
Teaching Faculty	₹7–12 LPA

Senior practitioners can earn ₹20–50 LPA with their own clinics.

📌 Top Recruiters

• Ministry of AYUSH
• National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH)
• CCRH (Central Council for Research in Homeopathy)
• Government Homeopathy Hospitals
• Private Homeopathy Clinics
• Research Labs
• Pharmaceutical companies
• AYUSH Universities

Conclusion

National-Level Homeopathy Exams open doors to high-quality education and strong career opportunities in AYUSH healthcare. Whether it is BHMS, MD Hom., or PhD, these exams help students secure seats in top institutions across India. With rising demand for natural healing and alternative medicine, the scope for homeopathic practitioners continues to grow.

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