Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025

Punjab AYUSH Counselling will be conducted by Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, Punjab and counselling is expected to start from 2^nd week of Sept 2025. Punjab AYUSH Counselling is conducted for admission in BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS &  BNYS courses and admission is solely based on NEET Exam rank. The curriculum for these AYUSH courses aligns with the standards set by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), ensuring a complete education in traditional medical systems. This year NEET Exam will be held on 4^th May 2025 by the National Testing Agency (NTA), and results will be declared on 14^th June 2025. Candidates who appeared in the NEET exam will be eligible to participate in the Punjab AYUSH Counselling.

As per the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) there are 16 BAMS Colleges with 953 seats, 4 BHMS Colleges with 220 seats and 1 BUMS College with 50 seats in Punjab. Counselling for these colleges starts with candidates’ registration on the counselling conducting authority’s official website https://grauadmission.smartpad.in/Registration/.Guru Ravidas Ayurved University conducts counselling for 85% seats in government & private AYUSH colleges in Punjab under State Quota. Counselling for the remaining 15% seats in government & private colleges will be conducted by AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) under All India Quota (AIQ).

This article has a detailed overview of Punjab AYUSH Counselling, including important dates, counselling process, registration fees, participating colleges, etc.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Quick Summary 2025

Here is a quick summary of the key highlights of Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025

Particulars	Details
Counselling Name	Punjab AYUSH Counselling
Counselling Type	AYUSH UG Counselling
Counselling body	Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, Punjab
Entrance Exam	NEET UG Exam
Exam conducting authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
NEET Exam Date	May 4, 2025
NEET Result Date	June 14, 2025
Punjab AYUSH 2025 Counselling Starting Date	2nd Week of Sept 2025 (Expected)
AACCC Counselling Date	To Be Announced
Courses to Pursue	BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS & BNYS
Total No. of Govt Colleges	BAMS: 1 Colleges
Total No. of Private Colleges	BAMS: 15 Colleges, BHMS: 4 Colleges, BUMS: 1 Colleges
Total No. of Govt Seats	BAMS: 50 Seats
Total No. of Private Seats	BAMS: 903 Seats, BHMS: 220 Seats, BUMS: 50 Seats
State Counselling Official Website	https://graupunjab.org/
AACCC Counselling Official Website	https://aaccc.gov.in/ug-counselling/

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Date 2025

Below is the table highlighting the important dates and schedule for Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025, including registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and admission deadlines.

Event	Date
Schedule for 1st Round Counselling
NEET Result 2025	14th June 2025
Registration on the Online web portal http://grauadmission.smartpad.in	To Be Announced
Last date for Registration and Depositing Fee	To Be Announced
Online Registration fee Payment	To Be Announced
Last date for depositing fee of Rs. 2000/- through payment gateway using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking on successful filling of online admission application form at University website for All India Quota Candidates.	To be announced
Schedule for 2nd Round Counselling
Registration on the Online web portal grauadmission.smartpad.in for 1st Round	To be announced
Last date for Registration and Depositing Fee 1st Round	To be announced
Choice Filling	To be announced
Allotment of Seats	To be announced
Date of joining the allotted college/course and deposition of fee in shape of Demand Draft in favour of Registrar Guru Ravidas Ayurved University Hoshiarpur	To be announced
Schedule of 3rd Round Counselling
Registration and Choice filling of Colleges for 2nd Round	To be announced
Allotment of seats for 2nd Round	To be announced
Joining at Colleges for 2nd Round	To be announced
Schedule of Stray Vacancy Round Counselling
Registration and Choice filling of Colleges for 3rd Round	To be announced
Allotment of seats for 3rd Round	To be announced
Joining at Colleges for 3rd Round	To be announced

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to participate in Punjab AYUSH Counselling:

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Qualification Exam	Candidates must have qualified NEET UG-2025
Educational Qualification	Must have passed the intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination recognized by the concerned State Government and Education Board.
Government Notifications	Candidates must be eligible as per Punjab Govt. notifications and any subsequent amendments/corrigenda.
Minimum Marks	General Category: Minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined in the qualifying examination. Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes: Minimum 40% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined in the qualifying examination.
Disability Minimum Marks	Persons with Disabilities (as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016): General Category: Minimum 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined in the qualifying examination. Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes: Minimum 40% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined in the qualifying examination.
Application Submission	Applying for admission to BAMS/BHMS courses on the basis of NEET-UG-2025 does not guarantee eligibility. Eligibility and merit will be determined by the Selection Committee.
Selection Committee	Counseling/Admissions will be conducted by the Admission/Selection Committee constituted by the Punjab Government.
Age Requirement	The candidate must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31st of the year of admission. There is no upper age limit.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Process 2025

Punjab AYUSH counselling is an important process for securing admission into AYUSH courses in the state. The counselling is categorized into two main types based on the overseeing authority and the quota of seats being filled.

Type of AYUSH Counselling	Scope	Seat Allocation	Purpose
AACCC AYUSH Counselling	Conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC)	15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government & private AYUSH colleges. All seats in prestigious institutions in Central Universities & Deemed Universities.	To provide a centralized counselling process that allocates seats in government and certain high-profile institutions based on NEET scores.
State Counselling (State Quota)	Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, Punjab	85% State Quota seats in government & private AYUSH colleges.	To manage the admission process for candidates within their respective states, ensuring regional students have access to local institutions.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Registration Process 2025

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Registration Process 2025 is the first and most important step for candidates seeking admission to BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and BSMS courses in AYUSH colleges in the state. Below are the steps of counselling registration

Step	Description	Action
1	Open the Counselling Website	Visit grauadmission.smartpad.in
2	Online Application Form	Click on “ONLINE APPLICATION” tab. If already filled, click on “LOGIN” and complete the remaining steps.
3	Fill NEET Details	Enter your NEET details as required.
4	Fill the Online Application Form	Complete the form. Agree to the terms and conditions by checking both boxes. Click on the “SUBMIT” button.
5	Documents Upload	Click on “choose file” to select files from your device.  Click on the “upload” button. Check the certification box and click on the “ONLINE PAYMENT” button.
6	Online Payment	Click on the “Pay Now” button. Enter your mobile number and email ID, then click on the “Proceed” button. Select your payment option and click on “Pay Now.”
7	Choice Form	Fill out the choice form. Modify choices using “Delete Choice,” “Shift Choice Up,” and “Shift Choice Down.” Print the form by clicking on “Print Form.”

Registration Criteria

Step	Description	Action
1	Online Registration	Register for BAMS/BHMS courses through the online registration system at www.graupunjab.org. Complete registration by due date/time.
2	Early Submission	Fill the application well in advance to avoid network congestion. GRAU is not responsible for network issues. No forms will be accepted after the cut-off date.
3	Required Documents	Upload the following documents:
		Soft copy of Photograph (Max size 30 KB)
		Soft copy of Signatures (Max size 30 KB)
4	Photograph Specifications	Ensure the photograph meets these criteria:
		Coloured, min 35×45 mm with 75% face coverage
		Name and date at the bottom
		White/light background
		No cap or goggles; spectacles allowed if used regularly
		Full front view, neutral expression
		High quality, no reflections, shadows, red eyes, kinks, scratches, or stains
5	Completion of Application	After filling the form, you will receive a unique Registration ID and password via SMS/email. Keep them confidential.
6	Fee Submission	Submission of the application form and fee does not guarantee a seat.
7	Regular Updates	Visit www.graupunjab.org for updates on admissions and counselling dates.
8	Deadline	No requests for submitting the application after the due date/time will be entertained.
9	Single Submission	Submit the application only once. Multiple submissions will be rejected.
10	Form Completion	Fill the application carefully. Do not leave any column blank. Use ‘0’ if Roll Number/Rank/Marks are not available.
11	Fee Payment	Pay the fee through the payment gateway using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
12	Print Application	Take a printout of the filled application form.
13	Category Selection	Fill category(ies) carefully. Once submitted, category(ies) cannot be changed.
		If no category is claimed, or the wrong category is filled, the candidate will be treated as Open/General Category.
		Select applicable category codes.
		Reserved category selection does not guarantee reservation benefits. Claims are subject to rules in the Punjab Govt. Notifications and decisions of the Selection Committee.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Registration Fees 2025

Table below outlines the Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 registration fees for various categories:

Category	Quota	Fees
General	State Quota	Rs. 4,600/-
SC	State Quota	Rs. 3,750/-
General/SC	All India Quota	Rs. 2,000/-

How to Apply for Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025

Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 state quota admission procedure includes different steps which ensure that only the eligible candidates get admitted into the AYUSH colleges. Given below is an elaborated process:

• Visit University Website: NEET 2025 qualified candidates shall visit the University website www.graupunjab.org and fill the online registration form carefully within the stipulated date and time.
• Successful Registration: After successful registration, a unique Registration ID (Login ID) and password will be allotted to the candidate via SMS or email. These credentials are mandatory for further processes, so keep them confidential.
• Registration Fee: The registration fee for State Quota Candidates is Rs. 4,600/- (Rs. 3,750/- for SC candidates), and for All India Quota candidates, it is Rs. 2,000/-. Deposit the fee through the Payment Gateway using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
• Eligibility for Counselling: Only registered candidates are eligible for counselling. Without registration, candidates are not allowed to participate in the counselling (online/physical).
• Filling the Online Application Form: In the online application form, candidates shall carefully fill in particulars such as Name, Father’s Name, Preference of Course/College, Category, Quota, NEET 2024 Marks, etc.
• College Preferences: Candidates can fill their institutional preferences for seat allocation in the 1st round of counselling.
• Seat Allotment: Seats will be allotted based on the merit list and institutional preferences filled by the candidate. The candidate must report to the respective college for eligibility checking, document verification, and medical checkup. Original documents/credentials must be produced for verification.
• Fee Payment at College: After verification of documents and checking eligibility, candidates will deposit the fee via demand draft from a nationalized bank in favor of the Registrar, Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, payable at Hoshiarpur.

Procedure of Online Counselling and Joining at the Colleges

• All the counselling for admission to BAMS/BHMS courses for NEET UG 2025 will be conducted through online mode, unless permitted by the Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India. In that case, physical counselling will be conducted.
• During online counselling, candidates will fill an online counselling form where they will opt for their preferences of course, college, category, and quota.
• Seat allocation will be based on the merit of NEET UG 2025 in the order of preferences given by the candidate. Candidates are advised to be careful while filling up the order of preferences.

Reserved Categories: Candidates of reserved categories will also be considered in open merit. If an open merit seat is available, it will be allocated to them; otherwise, a seat from the reserved category will be allocated.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Choice Filling 2025

Candidates must ensure that after successfully registering at the official website https://grauadmission.smartpad.in/, they need to take part in the choice filling on or before the scheduled dates. The candidates will log in with their NEET 2025 Roll Number and Password and select from the list of available BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS AYUSH colleges of their own preference. Candidates are to note that window for choice filling will remain open till the announced deadline , but all candidates must fill in their choices on or before the deadline stipulated.

The payment of the deposit should be made online. This deposit is non-refundable regardless of whether the candidate joins or surrendered the seat that is offered during the seat allotment. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/UR/EWS) are allowed to select the relevant quota if valid documents are available and fulfill the eligibility conditions. The filling of choice is set to one time per round. Late or partial submissions will not be processed.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Choice Locking 2025

Filling up the choices is the last step for submission, candidates are required to lock their choices. In the event that a candidate fails to lock the choices it will be considered as the candidate does not wish to take part in the process of attending the counselling. 

It is advised that the options selected are reviewed from every aspects and are very carefully prepared and selected so that there is no need for changes later.  The system will show the Agree/Disagree button, the candidates selected will have to click Agree in order to confirm locking.  If choices are not locked, the candidate will not be considered for seat allotment and will not be allotted any college.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Seat Allotment 2025

Seat allocation for Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 will be performed in multiple rounds: First Round, Second Round, and Third Round (if necessary), followed by a Stray Vacancy Round.

Provisional Allocation and Reporting

• After provisional allocation of a seat, candidates can download the provisional allocation letter from the University website by logging into their account.
• Candidates must report to the respective college with all original documents for checking of documents and eligibility.
• After verification, candidates will deposit the fee via demand draft from a nationalized bank in the name of the Registrar, Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, payable at Hoshiarpur.
• Following the deposit of the tuition fee, candidates must report again to the provisionally allocated college for their joining and medical checkup.
• Failure to follow this process will result in the automatic cancellation of the allocated seat without any intimation.

Seat Satisfaction and Subsequent Counselling

• If a candidate is satisfied with the seat allocated during online counselling, they are not required to participate in subsequent rounds of counselling.
• If a candidate wishes to upgrade or change their seat, they must participate in the subsequent round of counselling and submit their preferences afresh for the course, college, category, and quota.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Stray Vacancy Round 2025

Stray Vacancy Round of Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 is especially for candidates who did not get any seat allocated to them in the first three rounds of Punjab AYUSH UG Counselling 2025. Payment of registration, as well as payment of fees can only be completed online on the official counselling portal. This round provides once last chance for candidates that still qualify for consideration to claim a seat in the AYUSH courses if seats are available after all the primary counselling rounds have been conducted.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Seat Surrender Process

If a candidate wants to quit the course/seat, they must submit an application to the respective college to surrender the seat well in advance before the start of the next round of counselling.

Resignation must be uploaded/updated by the college to the AYUSH counselling portal otherwise it will not be considered valid. Candidates who do not physically report to the college for completing the admission steps shall not be able to remove the resignation from the seat allotted through the portal. Therefore, actual reporting is required for allotment of the seat and resigning after allotment.

If a candidate’s seat is upgraded or changed in a subsequent round of counselling and they have already deposited the tuition fee, they are not required to deposit the fee again. However, if there is a difference in the fee, the candidate must deposit the difference

Reservation Policy in Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025

The Reservation Policy for AYUSH UG Counselling 2024 under All India Quota (AIQ) for seats in Government/Government Aided/National Institutes/Central Universities is as follows:

Category	Reservation Percentage – All India Quota
SC	15%
ST	7.50%
OBC-NCL	27%
GEN-EWS	10%
PwBD	5%

Candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer of OBC are not entitled to reservation benefits and are considered under the general (GEN) category, making them eligible only for open seats. The GEN-EWS reservation benefit is available only to those general category candidates who meet the criteria specified by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling For Other State Students

Students from other states can participate in Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 under the All India Quota (AIQ). This quota allows non-resident candidates to apply for admission into government AYUSH colleges in Punjab, including courses like BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS. The counselling process for these seats is conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) through an online process. Candidates must qualify NEET-UG and register on the official AACCC website (https://aaccc.gov.in/) to be considered for admission under the All India Quota in Punjab’s government AYUSH institutions.

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Document Required 2025

The following documents are required in original along with self-attested photocopies:

• NEET UG 2025 scorecard.
• Identity Proof: Aadhar card or any other government-issued identity proof.
• Category Certificates (if applicable): SC, BC, ST, OBC
• Sports Category: Printed/hard copy of the online submitted form, Sports Gradation Certificate issued by the Director, Sports, Punjab, and other supporting self-attested copies of certificates/documents.
• Migrants from Jammu & Kashmir due to terrorist violence: Original certificate for physical verification.
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Original certificate issued from the office of Tehsildar for physical verification.
• Class 10th certificate (for date of birth verification).
• Class 12th mark sheet and certificate.
• Domicile certificate of Punjab (for state quota candidates).
• Provisional allocation letter (downloaded from the University website).
• Demand draft for tuition fee payment in the name of Registrar, Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, payable at Hoshiarpur.
• Recent passport size photographs as per the specifications mentioned.
• Printout of the online admission application form.

NEET 2025 Cut-Off

Table below presents the NEET 2025 cut-off marks across various categories, providing insights into the minimum qualifying scores for admission to  AYUSH courses.​

Category	Cut-Off Percentile	NEET Cut-Off 2024	NEET Cut-Off 2025
UR/EWS	50th Percentile	720-164	To be Announced
OBC	40th Percentile	163-129	To be Announced
SC	40th Percentile	163-129	To be Announced
ST	40th Percentile	163-129	To be Announced
UR/EWS-PwD	45th Percentile	163-146	To be Announced
OBC-PwD	40th Percentile	145-129	To be Announced
SC-PwD	40th Percentile	145-129	To be Announced
ST-PwD	40th Percentile	141-129	To be Announced

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Cutoff 2025

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Cutoff 2025 refers to the minimum NEET score or rank required by candidates to secure admission in BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses in government and private colleges in the state. It is released by the Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, Punjab after each round of counselling. Candidates must check the previous year’s cutoff to get a better idea of their chances during the current admission cycle.

• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Download 2024 Round 1 Cutoff List – Click Here
• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Download 2024 Round 2 Cutoff List – Click Here
• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Download 2025 Round 3 Cutoff List – Click Here

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 is released round-wise by the counselling authority based on NEET 2025 scores. This merit list includes the names of eligible candidates shortlisted for BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS admissions in various Government and Private AYUSH colleges in the state. It serves as the basis for seat allotment during each counselling round and helps candidates understand their chances of admission. Download the round-wise merit list PDFs below to check your rank and eligibility for each stage of the Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025.

• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 Round 1 – Click Here
• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 Round 2 – Click Here
• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Merit List 2025 Round 3 – Click Here

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix 2025

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix 2025 provides a detailed overview of the available seats across AYUSH courses such as BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS in the state. As per the latest data released by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), Punjab houses a total of 16 BAMS Colleges with 953 seats, 4 BHMS Colleges with 220 seats and 1 BUMS College with 50 seats. Download the complete list of colleges along with the detailed seat matrix for Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 below.

• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix  2025 Round 1 – Click Here
• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix  2025 Round 2 – Click Here
• Punjab AYUSH Counselling Seat Matrix  2025 Round 3 – Click Here

Government Colleges Under Punjab AYUSH Counselling

Under the Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 has 1 Government BAMS colleges with 50 seats. These institutions are among the most sought-after choices for students due to their quality education and affordable fee structure. Download the list of Government AYUSH colleges in Punjab participating in the 2025 counselling process below.

• Download List of Government AYUSH Colleges – Click Here

Private Colleges Under Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025

Private Colleges under Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 has 15 Private BAMS colleges with 903 seats, 4 Private BHMS colleges with 220 seats, and 1 Private BUMS colleges offering 50 seats in the state. These colleges are affiliated with recognized universities and follow the seat allotment process conducted through Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, Punjab. Download the list of Private AYUSH colleges in Punjab participating in the 2025 counselling process below.

• Download List of Private Colleges with Seat Matrix – Click Here

Punjab AYUSH Counselling Helpline Number 2025

For any assistance related to Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025, candidates can contact the official helpline numbers:

• Helpdesk Number: 01882-282326, 01882-282445

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FAQs: Punjab AYUSH Counselling

Q: What is the minimum NEET score required for BAMS admission in Punjab?

A: The minimum NEET score required for BAMS admission in Punjab depends on the candidate’s category. For the General category, the NEET UG 2025 cutoff is expected to range between 720 and 164 marks. For General-Pwd, it is likely between 163 and 143 marks, and for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories, the cutoff may fall between 163 and 129 marks. For SC-Pwd, it is estimated to be 145–129, and for ST-Pwd, 141–129 marks.

Q: Can other state students apply for BAMS/BHMS/BUMS in Punjab?

A: Yes, other state students can apply for BAMS/BHMS/BUMS courses in private AYUSH colleges of Punjab under the All India Quota, subject to eligibility and availability of seats.

Q: How many government BAMS colleges are there in Punjab?

A: There is 1 Government BAMS college in Punjab offering admission through NEET-based counselling.

Q: Is NEET compulsory for admission in BAMS/BHMS/BUMS courses in Punjab?

A: Yes, NEET UG is mandatory for admission to BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses in Punjab, whether applying for government or private colleges.

Q: What is the mop-up and stray vacancy round in Punjab AYUSH counselling?

A: The mop-up round is conducted after the second round of counselling to fill vacant seats. If seats still remain, the stray vacancy round is held at the institute level to fill leftover seats by eligible registered candidates who have not been allotted any seat.

Q: Who is eligible for Punjab AYUSH Counselling?

A: Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2025 and fulfill the domicile or eligibility criteria as prescribed by the Punjab counselling authority are eligible to apply.

Q: What documents are required for Punjab AYUSH Counselling?

A: Documents typically required include NEET UG Admit Card, NEET Scorecard, 10th & 12th Marksheets, Domicile Certificate (if applicable), Caste Certificate (if applicable), and other relevant certificates as specified by the counselling authority.

What is Punjab AYUSH Counselling?

Punjab AYUSH Counselling is a process conducted by Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, Punjab, for admission into BAMS, BHMS and, BUMS courses based on NEET exam ranks.

When will Punjab AYUSH Counselling 2025 start?

The counselling is expected to start in the 2nd week of September 2025.