Diploma in Ayurveda Therapy

The Diploma in Ayurveda Therapy at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a training programme under the healthcare sector. It is designed to prepare skilled Ayurveda therapists and Panchakarma therapy assistants using both theoretical learning and practical instruction. The curriculum covers the history and basic principles of Ayurveda, human anatomy and physiology (Sareera Vijnana), Ayurvedic drugs and formulations, Panchakarma and its preparatory procedures, Keraleeya Vishesha Chikitsa.Kriyakalpa, as well as yoga and physiotherapy.

The programme is organised into six papers and twenty modules, with a strong focus on hands-on training. Students learn procedures such as rookshana, snehana, swedana, assisting in Panchakarma therapies, managing Panchakarma theatres, and supporting specialised treatments for sensory organs. It includes academic training followed by a compulsory internship of six months at the same institution after successful completion of the examination.

Eligibility: Pass in Plus Two or equivalent

• Candidates must be in good physical health and meet the following minimum standards: Male Candidates: Minimum height— 162.5 cm; Minimum weight-46 kg. Female Candidates: Minimum height – 147 cm; Minimum weight —36 kg
• Note: Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates are not eligible for admission to the Diploma in Ayurveda Therapy Course and Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing Course.