Govt. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Balangir

About the Institute

Government Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Balangir, located in Tulsi Nagar, Balangir, Odisha, is a premier institution for Ayurvedic education in Western Odisha. It was established on May 5, 1975, under private management and was taken over by the Government of Odisha on July 1, 1984. It is one of the three government Ayurvedic colleges in the state.

1. Academic Programs:

The college offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Ayurveda:

• Undergraduate Program:

  • Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)

• Postgraduate Program:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Ayurveda in select specializations

2. Affiliation and Recognition:

• Affiliated to Odisha University of Health Sciences

• Recognized by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM)

• Operates under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Odisha

3. Campus and Infrastructure:

• Location: Tulsi Nagar, Balangir, Odisha

• Campus Area: Approximately 9.1 acres

• Facilities Include:

  • Academic blocks with classrooms and laboratories

  • Library with Ayurvedic texts and journals

  • Herbal garden with a wide range of medicinal plants

  • Hospital with both OPD and IPD services for practical exposure

  • Separate hostels for male and female students

  • Auditorium and seminar halls

  • Sports and recreation facilities

4. Cultural Contribution:

• Active in promoting traditional Ayurvedic healing and healthcare practices

• Conducts medical outreach programs, health awareness camps, and community wellness drives

• Participates in academic seminars and state-level Ayurvedic events

5. Admissions:

• Eligibility:

  • For BAMS: Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology

  • For MD: BAMS degree from a recognized institution

• Admission Process:

  • Based on entrance exams like NEET (for BAMS) and AIAPGET (for MD), as per government norms

  • Reservation and quotas are followed as per the policy of the Government of Odisha