He Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) at Sant Hirdaram Medical College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (SHMCNYS), Bhopal, is a 5.5-year undergraduate medical degree program. It blends modern medical science with drugless non-invasive healing modalities including Naturopathy, Yoga Therapy, Dietetics, and Acupuncture.
- Overview & Program Structure
- Total Duration: 5.5 years
- Academic Study: 4.5 years (split into 4 phases)
- Compulsory Rotatory Internship: 1 year (12 months)
- Degree Awarded: Doctor of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (BNYS)
- Affiliation / Governance: Affiliated with MP Medical Science University (MPMSU), Jabalpur; regulated as per guidelines from the Department of Higher Education (Madhya Pradesh) and Ministry of Ayush.
- Eligibility & Admission Process
- Academic Qualification: Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
- Minimum Marks: Unreserved candidates require at least 50% aggregate in PCB; reserved categories require 40%.
- Age Requirement: Minimum 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year.
- Admission Mode: Direct merit-based/counselling admissions administered via state guidelines (and NEET score preferences where applicable).
- Academic Curriculum & Year-Wise Syllabus
The 4.5-year academic phase covers pre-clinical, para-clinical, and full clinical training along with traditional natural therapeutics.
SHMCNYS · Academic Programme
5.5-Year BNYS Program Breakdown
Professional education, clinical training and internship
1st Professional Year
Pre-Clinical & Foundations
2nd Professional Year
Para-Clinical & Basic Diagnostics
3rd Professional Year
Natural Therapeutics & Diagnosis
4th Professional Year
Advanced Clinical & Specialties
Compulsory Internship
Compulsory Hospital Rotation
First Professional Year (1.5 Years)
- Focus: Pre-clinical medical subjects and philosophical foundations of Yoga and Naturopathy.
- Subjects:
- Human Anatomy (Paper I & II)
- Human Physiology (Paper I & II)
- Biochemistry
- Philosophy of nature cure
- Principles and practice of yoga
Second Professional Year (1.0 Year)
- Focus: Disease mechanisms, pharmacology, and basic non-invasive therapies.
- Subjects:
- Pathology
- Microbiology
- Community Medicine
- Basic Pharmacology
- Yoga Philosophy
- Magnetotherapy & Chromotherapy (Color Therapy)
- Forensic Medicine, Toxicology & Medical Ethics
Third Professional Year (1.0 Year)
- Focus: Clinical diagnostic methods and core non-drug treatment modalities.
- Subjects:
- Naturopathy diagnosis
- Modern diagnosis
- Fasting Therapy, Dietetics & Nutrition
- Acupuncture, Acupressure & Reflexology
- Manipulative Therapies (Massage Therapy, Chiropractic & Osteopathy principles)
- Psychology & Basic Psychiatry
- Yoga applications
Fourth/Final Professional Year (1.0 Year)
- Focus: Advanced clinical interventions, gynaecology, and integrative medicine.
- Subjects:
- Clinical Naturopathy
- Hydrotherapy & Mud Therapy
- Yoga Therapy
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Hospital Management & Research Methodology
- Dietetics & Nutrition
- Physiotherapy
- 1-Year Compulsory Rotatory Internship
After clearing all university examinations, students undergo 12 months of mandatory clinical postings at the SHMCNYS attached teaching hospital and affiliated medical centers:
- Department Rotations (1 Month Each):
- Philosophy of Yoga & Naturopathy
- Yoga & Mind-Body Medicine
- Pathology & Microbiology / Diagnostics
- Community Medicine & Field Postings
- Acupuncture & Energy Medicine
- Manipulative Therapies & Physical Rehabilitation
- Fasting, Dietetics & Medicinal Herbs
- Diagnostic Methods & Clinical Postings
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Hydrotherapy
- Clinical Naturopathy
- Emergency Medicine & Hospital OPD Management
- Practical Training, Campus & Facilities
- Clinical Exposure: SHMCNYS provides direct clinical practice in its multi-bed Naturopathy and Yoga inpatient/outpatient hospital.
- Laboratories: Dedicated labs for Anatomy (dissection/models), Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, and Hydrotherapy treatment sections.
- Yoga Halls: Purpose-built practice halls for Asanas, Kriyas, Shatkarmas, and Meditation.
- Career Prospects After BNYS
Graduates earn the title of Naturopathic Physician / Doctor. Prominent career pathways include
- Clinical Practice: Private practice or roles in Ayush/Naturopathy hospitals, wellness centres, and integrative health clinics.
- Government / Ayush Sector: Medical Officer positions in central and state Ayush schemes, NHM (National Health Mission), and wellness centres.
- Specialised Therapy: Yoga Therapist, Acupuncture Practitioner, Lifestyle Medicine Consultant.
- Higher Studies & Research: Pursuing MD in Naturopathy or Yoga, MPH (Master of Public Health), or research fellowships via CCRYN/ICM
