Course Overview:

BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery): A 5.5-year course, including a 1-year internship, focused on Siddha medicine, an ancient system of healing. It covers Siddha principles, herbal medicine, anatomy, physiology, and modern medical practices. Students learn to diagnose and treat ailments using holistic Siddha techniques.
Duration: 5.5 years (4.5 years of academic education + 1-year mandatory internship)

Average Fees: ₹30,000 to ₹2,00,000 per year (varies depending on the institution, with government colleges being more affordable compared to private institutions)

Exams to Attend:

• NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate)

• State-level entrance exams for specific Siddha colleges Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown)

1st Year:

• Siddha Maruthuva Adipadai Thathuvangalum Varalarum (Fundamental Principles and History of Siddha Medicine): Introduction to Siddha philosophy, history, and basic concepts

• Uyirvedhiyal (Siddha Physiology): Study of the physiological concepts of the human body according to Siddha science

• Gunapadam - Mooligai Maruthuvam (Pharmacology - Herbal Medicine): Detailed study of medicinal plants and their applications in Siddha medicine

• Sirappu Maruthuvam (Special Medicine): Introduction to unique therapeutic treatments in Siddha, including Varmam therapy

2nd Year:

• Udal Koorugal (Anatomy): Study of the human body's structure and functions from a Siddha perspective

• Noi Nadal (Pathology): Study of diseases and their classification according to Siddha medicine

• Siddha Materia Medica - I: Study of minerals, metals, and animal-based medicines in Siddha pharmacology

• Nanju Nool (Toxicology): Study of poisons, their effects, and treatments using Siddha principles

3rd Year:

• Siddha Materia Medica - II: Continuation of the study of Siddha pharmacology with a focus on complex remedies

• Siddha Pediatrics: Study of children's diseases and their treatment using Siddha medicine

• Siddha Obstetrics and Gynecology: Study of reproductive health, pregnancy care, and postnatal treatments in Siddha medicine

• Maruthuvam (General Medicine): Diagnosis and treatment of diseases using Siddha approaches

• Siddha Surgery: Surgical procedures relevant to Siddha medicine

4th Year:

• Varmam Therapy: Study of vital points and their manipulation to treat diseases in Siddha medicine

• Siddha Clinical Medicine: Application of Siddha principles in diagnosing and treating diseases in clinical settings

• Siddha Reproductive Medicine: Study of fertility, reproductive health, and related diseases in Siddha

• Research Methodology and Medical Statistics: Introduction to research techniques and statistical methods in Siddha medicine

• Siddha Community Medicine: Study of public health and preventive measures according to Siddha principles

Internship (1 Year): The internship includes hands-on training in Siddha hospitals and clinics, where students apply their knowledge to real-world cases under the supervision of experienced practitioners. Interns learn Siddha treatments, Varmam therapy, and other therapeutic techniques in clinical settings.

Top Ten Ranking Institutions for BSMS in India (Combined Ranking)

1. Government Siddha Medical College, Chennai

2. Government Siddha Medical College, Palayamkottai

3. National Institute of Siddha, Chennai

4. Santhigiri Siddha Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

5. Velumailu Siddha Medical College, Kanchipuram

6. RVS Siddha Medical College, Coimbatore

7. AAG Siddha Medical College, Chennai

8. Sivaraj Siddha Medical College, Salem

9. Sri Sai Ram Siddha Medical College, Chennai

10. Ayurveda and Siddha Medical College, Kannur

    Top Ten Siddha Colleges in Kerala for BSMS

1. Santhigiri Siddha Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

2. Government Siddha Medical College, Palayamkottai (extension in Kerala)

3. Vaidyaratnam P.S. Varier Ayurveda College, Kottakkal (Siddha Department)

4. Kerala Institute of Siddha and Naturopathy, Kollam

5. Sree Narayana Institute of Ayurvedic Studies and Research, Kollam (Siddha Branch)

6. Amritha Siddha Medical College, Kollam

7. Pankajakasthuri Siddha College, Thiruvananthapuram

8. KMCT Siddha Medical College, Kozhikode

9. Nangelil Siddha Medical College, Ernakulam

10. Kerala Siddha Research Institute, Palakkad