KLE University conducts entrance test for Ayurveda related courses in order to admit the eligible candidates against the post graduation course in Ayurveda. KLE University was established in the year 2006 and it was recognized by the University Grants Commission as an autonomous University.  KLE University is a division of the Karnataka Lingayat Educational Society. The university offers career based courses in the field of medicine. The students should be proud to join this institution as it is one of the well reputed universities across the country.

The various post graduate courses offered in the field of Ayurvedic medicine are:

• Salyathantra
• Panchakarma
• Kriyasareera
• Dravyaguna
• Kaumarabhrithya
• Roganidanam
• Salakyathantra
• Prasoothithantra & Streeroga
• Manasika
• Rasasastra
• Ayurveda Sidhantha & Darsana
• Agadathantra
• Bhaishajyakalpana
• Kayachikitsa
• Swasthawritha

Structure of KLE University PG Ayurveda Test

The exam is divided into two papers. The time allotted to complete each paper is about two hours. Each paper consists of 150 questions which are structured in an objective type multiple choice manner.

Syllabus for KLE University PG Ayurveda Test

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Below are all the important areas for this exam. The students should cover all the areas.

• Charaka samhita
• Dravyaguna vijnanam (ayurvedic pharmacology)
• Rasashastra and bhaishajyakalpana (medicinal chemistry and pharmacy)
• Shalya tantram (surgery
• Ashtanga hrdaya
• Ayurveda itihasa (history of ayurveda)
• Padartha vijnanam (Indian epistemology and world view) Sanskrit
• Prasuthi tantra and stri roga (gynecology and obstetrics)
• Agadatantra , vyavaharaayurveda and vidhivaidyaka(toxicology, forensic medicine and jurisprudence)
• Rachana shareeram (anatomy)
• Charaka samhita
• Kriya shareeram (physiology)
• Kaumarabritya (paediatrics)
• Kayachikitsa (general medicine)
• Roga vijnanam and vikriti vijanam (principls of diagnosis and pathology)
• Swastha vrittam (social and preventative medicine)
• Prasuthi tantra and stri roga (gynecology and obstetrics)
• Shalakya tantram (ENT, dentistry, ophthalmology)

Eligibility Criteria

The candidate should hold a bachelors degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery from any one of the recognized institutes that has been approved by India Medical Council. The candidate those who manage to complete the internship before the starting of the course is eligible to appear for this examination.

How to Apply?

The application forms can be obtained in person from the Jawahar Lal Nehru medical college of KLE university.  Aspirants can obtain the application form through post by sending a request along with the demand draft of the specified amount.  The application forms can also be downloaded from the official website of the KLE University. After filling the application forms, it should be sent along with a demand draft of Rs 1500/- which is payable at Belgaum. The demand draft should be drawn from any of the nationalized bank. It must be sent in favor of the Registrar’s KLE University, Belgaum. The candidates can also submit the completed application forms in person at the office of the KLE University.

How to fill the form?

The instructions for filling the application form can be retrieved from the website. Candidates should go through the given instructions carefully before start filling the application form. Candidates those who are enrolling for the examination must upload a passport size photograph in jpg format. After filling up the application form successfully, the candidate should take a Xerox copy of the same. They should then attach and sent it along with the attested copies of all the certificates and fee receipt to the given contact address.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Last Date for the Submission of completed Application Forms: Third Week of January 2012

Date of Commencement of Entrance Examination: Last Week of January 2012

KLE University PG Ayurveda Test centers

• Belgaum
• Bangalore
• Pune
• Ahmedabad
• Delhi
• Hyderabad
• Vijaywada
• Kolkata
• Panjim
• Indore
• Jaipur
• Chandigarh
• Coimbatore
• Tirupati
• Cochin
• Guwahati
• Vijaywada
• Kottayam
• Mumbai
• Nagpur
• Rajkot
• Chennai

Contact Address for KLE University PG Ayurveda Test

• Address :  JNMC Campus, Nehru Nagar, Belgaum - 590010, Karnataka, India
• Ph – 0831-2472777
• Fax – 0831-2493777
• Website: kleuniversity.edu.in
• Email: [email protected]

Colleges Accepting the KLE University PG Ayurveda Test score

KLE University’s Shri B M Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya and Medical Research Center, Belgaum

Reference Books for KLE PG Ayurveda Test

• A Comparative Hindu Materia Medica by Chanda Chakraberty
• A Comparative Study of Ayurveda and Treatment by Indian Drugs
• A Comprehensive Book of Ayurvedic Medicine for General Practitioners by Harish k. Verma
• A Comprehensive Guide on Caraka Samhita
• A Concise Introduction to Indian Medicine by Guy Mazars
• A Critical Study of Yogaratnakara by Nirmala Saxena
• A Guide to Ayurvedic Competitive Examination by Dr.G.P Rao
• A Handbook of Ayurveda by Vaidya Bhagawan Dash
• A Handbook of Ayurveda by Dr. K. Nishteswar

Coaching Centers for KLE PG Ayurveda Test

The candidates can approach the coaching centers, in case if they need any guidance. Some of the popular institutes providing training are as follows:

• Brilliant Tutorials Pvt Ltd
• Darshana Academy
• Tandem
• SreeKrishna Entrance Coaching Centre
• Excellent Institute
• Prof.P.C. Thomas Classes
• Zephyr
• TIME
• Core

Study Plan

The candidates can make an efficient use of the available time by creating time charts.

• Candidates should prepare key notes while they study.
• They should go through these key notes everyday as it helps in recollecting all that you have studied.
• Students can increase their concentration by taking small breaks in between.
• You can easily cover all the portions this way
• Study with the help of previous year question papers.
• This will help the students to stay informed about the syllabus as well as the latest changes in the question pattern.
• Allot more time for tough portions
• You can easily cover all the portions this way
• Create a systematic study plan and start working towards it.
• Focus on your studies by keeping breaks in between.
• Candidates should make sure that they study at least for four hours a day.
• Cover more portions during week ends and on public holidays.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The results can be obtained from the official website of the Karnataka Lingayat Educational University on the date of publication of results. The candidates must visit the website regularly so as to obtain the counseling dates procedures.  The website address of the KLE University is www.kleuniversity.edu.in.

Score Validity

The score obtained through Karnataka Lingayat Educational University Ayurveda test is valid for one year. If the candidate has not taken an admission against the allotted seat, then he/she has to reappear for the entrance the next year.