AIAPGET 2024: Eligibility, Registration, Exam Dates and More

The All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET) is a national-level examination for admissions to postgraduate courses in various disciplines of Ayurveda. With around 36,469 students appearing for AIAPGET in 2023, clearing this exam requires rigorous preparation. Check out this article for insights into the AIAPGET entrance exam, including exam dates, eligibility criteria, registration process, and more.

What is AIAPGET

Since 2019, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has been conducting AIAPGET on behalf of the Ministry of AYUSH/NCH/NCISM with the Ministry of Education’s approval. Students who successfully clear this exam can gain admission to MS/MD courses in various specialties of Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Siddha, and Unani at AYUSH colleges and universities. 

AIAPGET Exam Highlights 

Here is an overview of the AIAPGET entrance exam: 

AIAPGET Exam Dates

The official dates for the AIAPGET exam 2024 are not out yet. However, here are the expected dates for the exam: 

Note: All the dates mentioned above are tentative 

AIAPGET Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the AIAPGET entrance exam are as follows:

• Students must have a valid degree or provisional pass certificate of BUMS/BAMS/BSMS/BHMS/Graded BHMS from a recognized institute. 
• They must be close to completing a one-year internship per the NCH/NCISM notification. During counseling, students will be asked to submit the original compulsory rotatory internship completion certificate as proof. 
• Students must possess a provisional or permanent registration certificate of BUMS/BAMS/BSMS/BHMS/Graded BHMS that has been issued by the State Board, Central Council of Homeopathy(CCH), Central Council of Indian Medicine(CCIM), or the Central Council of Homeopathy(CCH).

AIAPGET Registration

Students can follow the given steps to register for AIAPGET: 

1. Visit the official website to apply for the AIAPGET exam.
2. Keep the following documents ready while starting your application process:
   1. A valid government ID proof like an Aadhaar card, passport, election card, bank account number, PAN card, or ration card.
   2. 10th board certificate for proof of birth date.  
   3. Details of your academic qualifications.
   4. A clear passport-size photograph in JPEG/JPG format. The size should be between 10 and 200 kb. It should show at least 80% of your face, without a mask, including your ears. The picture should be black & white taken against a white background.
   5. A clear scanned picture of your signature in JPEG/JPG format. The acceptable size is between 4 and 30 kb.
   6. PwD certificate, if applicable, in PDF format. The size should be between 50 and 300 kb.
   7. Bank account details for paying the application fee
   8. List of your preferred cities.
   9. Your valid email ID and phone number on which important information will be shared. 
   10. Your valid debit/credit card or net banking account for online payment
3. Read the information bulletin carefully to understand the eligibility requirements and the application process.
4. Register online on the platform using your valid email address and mobile number.
5. Fill in the application form and note your unique application number for future reference.
6. Upload the scanned images of your signature, photograph, and PwD certificate(if required).
7. Pay the application fee and keep the proof of successful payment.

The registration, application, and fee payment steps can be done in one go or separately at your convenience.

AIAPGET Registration Fee

The registration fees for the AIAPGET exam are:

AIAPGET Syllabus 

Here is an overview of the syllabus for the AIAPGET exam. 

Ayurveda

• Sanskrit
• Padarth Vijnana and Ay. Itihasa
• Kriya Sharir
• Rachna Sharir
• Dravyaguna
• Charak Samhita (P)
• Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana
• Rog Nidan
• Swasthavrita
• Kayachikitsa
• Agadtantra
• Maulik Sidhanta and Ashtanga Hridaya
• Panchakarma
• Shalya
• Shalakya
• Prasuti Tantra and Stri Roga
• Kaumarabhritya
• Charak Samhita (U)
• Research Methodology and Medical Statistics
• Updates on AYUSH

Unani

• Kulliyāt Umūr-i-Ṭabī‘iya
• Amrāz-i-‘Ain, Uzun, Anf, Ḥalaq, + Asnān
• ‘Ilmul Jarāḥat
• ‘Ilmul Qabālat wa Amrāz-i-Niswān
• Amrāz-i-Aṭfāl
• Mu‘ālajāt
• Ṭibbul Qānūn wa ‘Ilmus Samūm
• Taḥaffuẓī wa Samājī Ṭib
• ‘llāj bit Tadbīr
• ‘Ilmuṣ Ṣaidla wa Murakkabāt
• ‘Ilmul Advia
• Tārikh-i-Ṭibb
• Māhiyatul Amrāz
• Manāfi‘ul A‘zā’
• Tashrīḥul Badan

Siddha

• Siddha Maruthuva Adippadai Thathuvangalum Varalarum (History and Fundamental Principles of Siddha Medicine)
• Udal Koorugal (Anatomy) Paper I & Paper II
• Udal Thathuvam (Physiology) Paper I & Paper II
• Nunnuyiriyal (Microbiology)
• Maruthuva Thavaraviyal (Medicinal Botany and Pharmacognosy)
• Gunapadam – Marunthiyal (Pharmacology) Paper I (Mooligai) & Paper II (Thathu & Jeevam)
• Gunapadam - Marunthakkaviyal (Pharmaceuticals) Paper I & II
• Noi Naadal -Paper I (Siddha Pathology) & Paper II (Principles of Modern Pathology)
• Noi Anugavidhi Ozhukkam (Hygiene and Community Medicine including National Health Policies and Statistics)
• Sattam Saarntha Maruthuvamum, Nanju Maruthuvamum (Forensic Medicine & Toxicology)
• Maruthuvam (Medicine)
• Varmam, Puramaruthuvam and Sirappu Maruthuvam (Varmam Therapy, External Therapy, and Special Medicine)
• Aruvai, Thol Maruthuvam (Surgery including Dentistry and Dermatology)
• Sool, Magalir Maruthuvam (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
• Kuzhanthai Maruthuvam (Paediatrics)
• Uyir Vedhiyiyal (Bio-Chemistry)

Homeopathy

• Community Medicine
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
• Materia Medica
• Organon of Medicine
• Repertory
• Surgery
• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Pathology
• Homoeopathic Pharmacy
• Practice of Medicine

AIAPGET Admit Card

Upon meeting the eligibility criteria and successfully enrolling for the exam, the admit cards for AIAPGET will be issued in the candidate's name. 

• You can download the admit card from NTA’s website.
• The admit card will mention the examination's date, timing, and discipline.
• Read the instructions on the admit card thoroughly and follow the same during your exam.

 If there are any discrepancies in the admit card, contact the helpline.

AIAPGET Result

The AIAPGET results will be declared on NTA’s official website, and the candidates will not be given physical scorecards.

Here are a few things to note regarding the AIAPGET exam results:

• NTA does not entertain requests for re-evaluation of the test or re-totaling of the scores.
• The reservation criteria or number of seat availability are not known to NTA but only to the respective universities. 
• If you obtain the same marks as another candidate, the following  tie-breaker rules will be followed:
  • Candidates with fewer negative responses will be prioritized.
  • The older candidate will be given preference. 
  • Candidates who have obtained higher marks in their BUMS/BAMS/BSMS/BHMS course will be given a better position in the merit list.

AIAPGET Counselling

The qualified AIAPGET candidates will be called for counseling by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC). Here are a few things to note about the procedure:

• You must register yourself on the official website of the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC).
• A non-refundable registration fee and security deposit needs to be paid while registering on the portal.
• The security deposit will be confiscated if you do not join the institute.
• Final admission will depend on the merit, reservation policies, and eligibility criteria of the institute. 

In conclusion, the AIAPGET exam 2024 requires a well-crafted exam strategy and a dedicated approach. You can take help from the information provided to streamline your preparation.

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