Alternative Medicine

Foundations

Take the PCB stream — Physics, Chemistry, Biology. Biology is the critical subject. These are licensed medical practices with the same school foundation as MBBS or Nursing.

Undergraduate degree

Four parallel degrees, each rooted in a distinct tradition. Pick one based on the system you want to practice. Graduates are addressed as "Dr." and can prescribe within their tradition.

• a
  BAMS, BHMS, BNYS — via NEET in India. TCM admission requirements vary.
• b
  Non-UG routes — diplomas and certificates exist for specific techniques (yoga, acupuncture), but licensed practice requires the full degree.

Specialise during your degree

Specialisation comes through clinical postings and a postgraduate MD in the respective system. Many practitioners also pursue specific technique certifications — Panchakarma, Acupuncture, and more.