New BHMS Colleges, MD (Hom.) Courses and Seat Enhancements for AY 2026-27: Government & National Institutes Lead Expansion

The National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) has released the latest status report regarding the establishment of new undergraduate (BHMS) colleges, introduction of postgraduate courses, and enhancement of UG and PG seats for the Academic Year 2026-27.

The report reveals significant expansion plans across India, with several new colleges, government institutions, national institutes and private colleges seeking approval to start new programmes or increase their intake capacity.

The developments are expected to create more opportunities for aspiring BHMS and MD (Hom.) students in the coming academic session.

Major Boost for Government Homoeopathy Education

One of the most notable features of the latest status report is the participation of Government and National-level institutions in expanding Homoeopathy education.

Government Homeopathy College, Kolhapur Receives LOI

The proposed Government Homeopathy College at Pimpalgaon Khurd, Kagal, Kolhapur, Maharashtra has applied to start a new BHMS programme with an intake capacity of 100 seats. The institution has already received a Letter of Intent (LOI), marking a significant step toward becoming one of the newest government Homoeopathy colleges in the country.

Tripura Government Homoeopathic Medical College Advances Towards Approval

Another important development is the proposed Tripura Government Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital at Agartala. The institution has applied for a new BHMS course with 60 seats and has also received a Letter of Intent.

The establishment of this college is expected to strengthen Homoeopathy education and healthcare services in the North-Eastern region of India.

NEIAH Shillong Proposes New MD (Hom.) Course

The North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy (NEIAH), Shillong, Meghalaya has applied to start a postgraduate programme in Homoeopathic Pharmacy with an intake of two seats.

As one of the premier government institutions under the Ministry of AYUSH, NEIAH's expansion into additional postgraduate education is expected to enhance research and academic opportunities in the North-East.

National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata Seeks New PG Programme

A major highlight of the report is the proposal submitted by the National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata.

The institute has applied for approval to start an MD (Hom.) programme in Community Medicine with four seats. If approved, this programme will strengthen community-oriented Homoeopathy education and public health research at one of India's most prestigious Homoeopathy institutions.

New BHMS Colleges Across India

Several institutions have applied for permission to establish new undergraduate BHMS colleges with intake capacities ranging from 60 to 100 seats.

Institutions that have already received Letters of Intent include:

• Government Homeopathy College, Kolhapur, Maharashtra

• Sudha Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Kota, Rajasthan

• D.K. Gupta Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Jaipur, Rajasthan

• Pharate Patil Homoeopathic Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra

• Wellness Homeopathy College and Research Centre, Dharashiv, Maharashtra

• Norang Ram Dayanand Dhukia Homoeopathic Medical College, Rajasthan

• Bhabha Homoeopathic College and Hospital, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

• Shekhwati Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Rajasthan

• Tripura Government Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital

• Sri Venkateswara Homoeopathy College and Hospital, Andhra Pradesh

• Ram Krishna Homoeopathic College, Bhopal

• Shri Vinod Durgadutt Tibrewala Institute of Homeopathy, Rajasthan

These proposals indicate continued growth in Homoeopathy education infrastructure across multiple states.

New MD (Hom.) Courses Proposed

Several colleges have sought approval for new postgraduate departments.

P.P. Savani Homoeopathic Medical College, Gujarat

The institution has received a Letter of Intent for starting 30 postgraduate seats distributed among:

• Materia Medica – 6 seats

• Organon of Medicine – 6 seats

• Repertory – 6 seats

• Pharmacy – 6 seats

• Practice of Medicine – 6 seats

Other Notable PG Proposals

• Bakson Homoeopathic Medical College, Uttar Pradesh – Dermatology (6 seats)

• Mahalaxmi Homoeopathy Medical College, Maharashtra – Materia Medica, Practice of Medicine and Pediatrics (18 seats)

• Vidhyadeep Homoeopathic Medical College, Gujarat – Dermatology (6 seats)

• North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy (NEIAH), Meghalaya – Pharmacy (2 seats)

• National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata – Community Medicine (4 seats)

The addition of these specialised postgraduate courses is expected to strengthen Homoeopathic education, research, and clinical training in India.

Colleges Seeking Seat Enhancement

Several existing institutions have applied to increase their BHMS intake from 50 or 60 seats to 100 seats.

These include:

• Gandhi Natha Rangaji Homoeopathic Medical College, Solapur

• SSVP Homoeopathic Medical College & Research Institute, Aurangabad

• P.P. Savani Homoeopathy Medical College & Hospital, Gujarat

• Arrdekta Homoeopathic Medical College, Gujarat

• Shree Swaminarayan Homoeopathic College, Jamnagar

• Arpit Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Rajkot

P.P. Savani Homoeopathy Medical College has already received a Letter of Intent for increasing its BHMS intake from 60 to 100 seats.

PG Seat Enhancement

Baroda Homoeopathic Medical College, Vadodara has applied for an increase of 15 MD (Hom.) seats in:

• Materia Medica

• Pediatrics

• Repertory

• Organon of Medicine

• Practice of Medicine

Applications Withdrawn or Not Considered

The report also notes certain applications that did not progress further:

• Chettinad Institute of Homoeopathy Education & Research, Karnataka – Application withdrawn.

• Venkateshwara Homoeopathic Medical College, Sangli, Maharashtra – Application withdrawn.

• Dr. Bhanudas Dere Homoeopathic Medical College, Maharashtra – Application not considered due to non-availability of NOC.

What This Means for Students

The latest status report indicates that AY 2026-27 could witness one of the largest expansions in Homoeopathy education in recent years. The establishment of new government colleges, expansion of premier institutions such as NIH Kolkata and NEIAH Shillong, introduction of new MD (Hom.) courses, and enhancement of UG and PG seats are expected to create additional opportunities for students across India.

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Source: The information provided in this article has been compiled from the official status report published by the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) regarding new colleges, new postgraduate courses, and seat enhancement proposals for the Academic Year 2026-27. Candidates are advised to refer to official NCH notifications and subsequent Letters of Permission (LOP) for the final approval status.

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