KEA Registration & BAMS Admission Procedure in Karnataka Ayurvedic Colleges | 9964326600

Your Complete Guide to KEA Registration & BAMS Admission in Karnataka (2026-27)

For aspiring Ayurveda students, securing a seat in a reputable college is the first major step toward a fulfilling career in holistic medicine. In Karnataka, the entire process for BAMS Admission in Karnataka is streamlined through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). This guide provides a step-by-step breakdown of the KEA registration, counselling procedure, and key details for the academic year 2026-27.
What is KEA?

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is the autonomous government body responsible for conducting online counselling for admission into professional courses, including Ayurveda (BAMS), across the state. Whether you are aiming for BAMS Admission in Bangalore or other districts, KEA is your single point of contact for government and private college seats.
BAMS Course & Eligibility

BAMS Admission in Karnataka is a 5.5-year course (including a 1-year internship) governed by the Central Council of India

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1. Karnataka Examinations Authority KEA Registration & BAMS Admission Procedure in Karnataka State A Complete Step-by-Step Guide for Aspiring Ayurveda Students Academic Year 2026-27 By Sumanth V From AdmissionPro Helpline: 9964326600
2. Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in What is KEA? Karnataka Examinations Authority KEA is the autonomous body established by the Government of Karnataka to conduct common entrance tests (CET) and manage admissions to professional courses including Engineering, Medical, Dental, Ayurveda (BAMS), and Pharmacy programs across Karnataka. 1994 Established Under Karnataka Act 15+ Courses Managed Professional streams 5 Lakh+ Annual Applicants Across Karnataka Official Website: kea.kar.nic.in or www.admissionpro.in Helpline: 9964326600
3. KEA Registration Process Step-by-step online registration at kea.kar.nic.in 1 Visit Official KEA Portal Go to kea.kar.nic.in → Click on 'UGCET / AYUSH CET' registration link 2 New Registration Click 'New Registration' → Enter name, DOB, mobile number & email ID 3 Fill Application Form Enter personal, academic & category details; select preferred courses (BAMS/BHMS/BNYS) 4 Upload Documents Upload photo (20-50 KB, JPG), signature (10-30 KB), and category certificates if applicable 5 Pay Application Fee Pay fee online (₹650 General / ₹500 SC-ST-OBC) via Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Card 6 Submit & Download Review and submit the form → Download and save the confirmation/application printout Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in
4. Documents Required for KEA Registration Keep all documents scanned and ready before starting the application 📋 Academic Documents • 10th (SSLC) Marks Card & Certificate • 12th (PUC / Equivalent) Marks Card • Transfer / Migration Certificate • NEET UG Scorecard & Admit Card • Study Certificate (8th–12th in Karnataka) 🪪 Identity & Category Documents • Aadhaar Card (mandatory) • Caste / Category Certificate (if applicable) • Income Certificate (for fee concession) • Domicile / Residence Certificate • Rural Area Study Certificate (if claiming rural quota) 🪪 Photo & Signature • Recent passport-size photo (JPG, 20–50 KB) • Scanned signature (JPG, 10–30 KB) • White background, clear & recent photo ⚠️ Important Notes • All certificates must be valid & self-attested • Scan in JPG/PDF as per prescribed size • Keep originals ready for verification round Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in
5. BAMS Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery 5.5 Years Course Duration (incl. 1yr internship) CCIM Governed by Central Council of Indian Medicine RGUHS Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Ayurveda Streams: BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BNYS BAMS prepares students in classical Ayurveda sciences including Ashtanga Hridayam, Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and mod ern clinical sciences — producing holistic healthcare practitioners. Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in
6. BAMS Eligibility Criteria Criteria set by CCIM and Karnataka state regulations 🎓 Academic Qualification • Passed 10+2 (PUC / Equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB) • Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates) • English as a compulsory subject in 10+2 • Must have passed individually in each subject 📅 Age Requirement • Minimum age: 17 years as on 31st December of admission year • No upper age limit (as per Supreme Court ruling) • Candidate must be an Indian citizen • NRI/OCI candidates apply under separate quota 📝 NEET Requirement • Qualifying NEET UG is MANDATORY for BAMS • Minimum 50th percentile for General (40th for reserved categories) • NEET scores valid for one academic year only • No separate AYUSH CET — NEET score used directly 🏠 Domicile / Karnataka Quota • Karnataka Horanadu Kannadiga (HK) / Gadinadu Kannadiga (GK) categories • Candidates studying in Karnataka for 7+ years get preference • Government & Management quota seats available Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in
7. BAMS Admission Process in Karnataka Centralized counselling conducted by KEA for all government & private BAMS seats 01 NEET Score & KEA Registration 02 Option Entry (College & Seat Choice) 03 Mock Allotment (Provisional) 04 Final Allotment & Fee Payment 05 Document Verification Option Entry After KEA registration, candidates fill in their preferred BAMS colleges and courses in order of preference through the online portal. Seat Allotment Based on NEET rank, category, and options entered, KEA conducts multiple rounds of allotment (Round 1, 2, Mop-up, and Stray vacancy rounds). Document Verification Allotted candidates must report to the designated Helpline Centre (HLC) with original documents within the stipulated timeframe for verification. College Reporting After document verification, candidates report to allotted college, pay the college fees, and complete the admission formalities. Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in
8. Seat Matrix & Reservation Quotas Karnataka BAMS seat distribution under KEA counselling Seat Type % of Seats Managed By Government Quota (CET) 60% KEA – Fee / fixed fee Management Quota 40% College Management (NEET mandatory) NRI / OCI Quota ~5% (of Management) College (NEET mandatory) Reservation Breakdown (Government Quota): General / UR 50% SC 15% ST 3% OBC (Cat I) 4% OBC (Cat IIA-IIB-IIIA-IIIB) 21% EWS / Others 7% Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in
9. Important Dates & Fee Structure Tentative schedule — always verify on kea.kar.nic.in for exact dates Apr–May NEET UG Examination National level exam; BAMS eligibility gate Jun NEET Results Published Check scorecard on nta.ac.in Jul KEA Online Registration Opens Fill KEA application, upload docs, pay fee Aug Option Entry Window Enter college/course preferences in KEA portal Aug–Sep Mock & Round 1 Allotment Check allotment order online; proceed to HLC Sep–Oct Document Verification & Reporting Report to Helpline Centre with originals Application Fee General / OBC ₹650 SC / ST ₹500 Govt BAMS Seats (1st year) ₹75,000 Private BAMS Seats ₹2,75,000–4,00,000 NRI Quota (per year) ₹6,00,000 Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in
10. Key Tips for Success Make your BAMS admission journey smooth — be informed & prepared ✅ Register Early Don't wait for the deadline — complete KEA registration within the first week. 📋 Keep Soft Copies Ready Scan all documents in prescribed formats before the portal opens. 🎯 Fill Maximum Options Enter as many college preferences as possible to maximize allotment chances. 📅 Track Dates Religiously Set reminders for every phase — missing deadlines means losing your seat. 🏫 Verify College Recognition Check if the college is recognized by CCIM and affiliated to RGUHS. 📞 Contact KEA Helpline Reach out at +91 99643 26600 or visit kea.kar.nic.in for clarifications. Karnataka Examinations Authority | BAMS Admission Guide www.admissionpro.in Helpline: 9964326600