1.Kaya, Chikitsa and Kayachikitsa - Nirukti, Paribhasha, Paryaya and Bheda
Term ILH 1NLHT 1NLHP 0
- Explanation of Kaya, Chikitsa and Kayachikitsa according to different Classical texts
Kaya Chikitsa Syllabus – BAMS Third Professional
NCISM curriculum for Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (Internal Medicine including Psychiatry, Rejuvenative Medicine, Reproductive Medicine and Epigenetics) — paper-wise topics with teaching hours, practicals, assessment pattern and reference books.
- Professional Year
- III BAMS (Third Professional)
- NCISM Subject Code
- AyUG-KC
- Theory Papers
- 3
- Teaching Hours
- 450 Hours
- Total Marks
- 500 Marks
About the Kaya Chikitsa Syllabus
Department of Kaya Chikitsa covers Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (AyUG-KC) in the Third Professional year of BAMS (Ayurvedacharya). The syllabus below follows the curriculum prescribed by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM): the topic list of every paper with its teaching hours, followed by practicals, the assessment pattern and reference books.
Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (Internal Medicine including Psychiatry, Rejuvenative Medicine, Reproductive Medicine and Epigenetics)
The evolving landscape of healthcare necessitates a dynamic and integrative approach to medical education, particularly in Ayurveda. Kayachikitsa, the branch of internal medicine in Ayurveda, forms the clinical foundation for understanding, diagnosing, and managing diseases based on Ayurvedic principles. This revised competency-based syllabus ensures that students gain a holistic understanding of disease processes, blending traditional wisdom with modern advancements to provide effective, patient-centered care.
| Subject | Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (Internal Medicine including Psychiatry, Rejuvenative Medicine, Reproductive Medicine and Epigenetics) |
|---|---|
| NCISM subject code | AyUG-KC |
| Professional year | III BAMS (Third Professional) |
| Theory papers | 3 (300 marks) |
| Teaching hours | 450 hours (Lecture 150, Non-lecture theory 90, Non-lecture practical 210) |
| Total marks | 500 (Theory 300 + Practical/clinical assessment 200) |
| Applicability | Applicable from 2021-22 batch, from the academic year 2024-25 onwards for 5 batches or until further notification by NCISM, whichever is earlier |
| Source | NCISM curriculum document (160 pages) |
Papers in Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana
Kaya Chikitsa Paper I – Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa – 1 Syllabus
Paper I – Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa – 1 of Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (AyUG-KC) has 10 topics with 61 lecture hours as listed in Table 2 of the NCISM curriculum (PDF page 6).
LH – lecture hours; NLHT – non-lecture hours (theory); NLHP – non-lecture hours (practical).
2.Clinical ethics in the practice of Kayachikitsa
Term ILH 1NLHT 0NLHP 4
- Doctor patient relationship
- Good communication skills
- Ethical and legal issues in the practice of Kayachikitsa(Ayurveda Medicine)
3.Samprapti vighatana, Chikitsa sutra, Chikitsa, Aushadha yoga and Pathyaapathya of Jvara (SP51/TM2)
Term ILH 11NLHT 7NLHP 4
- Nava jvara chikitsa
- Jeerna jvara chikitsa
- Nija jvara and Sannipataja jvara chikitsa
- Agantuja jvara chikitsa
- Dhatugata jvara chikitsa
- Vishama jvara chikitsa
- Punaravartaka jvara chikitsa
4.Anuktaroga treatment principles based on Doshadushyadi vivechana
Term ILH 1NLHT 1NLHP 2
- Chikitsa yojana of Anukta roga
- Anukta roga upadrava chikitsa
5.Chikitsa of Sankramika jvara
Term ILH 2NLHT 4NLHP 8
- Vishama jvara(Malaria)
- Antrika jvara(Typhoid)
- Dandaka jvara(Dengue)
- Sandhiga sannipata jvara(Chikungunya)
- Mastishkavarana shotha jvara(Meningitis)
- Mastishka shotha(Encephalitis)
- Shwasanaka jvara(Pneumonia)
6.Chikitsa of Rasa pradoshaja vikara
Term IILH 12NLHT 6NLHP 16
- Pandu roga (SL80)
- Hematopoietic diseases-Raktalpata(Anaemia), Kuposhanajanya raktalpata(Nutritional Anaemia)
- Anuvanshika raktavikara- (Thalassemia, hemoglobinopathies, Sickle cell Anaemia), Raktakarka (Leukaemia), Haemolytic anaemia, Thrombocytopenia
- Hridroga, Hridshoola (SL61, SL6Z)
- Uchcha raktachaapa (Hypertension), Hrudgata dhamanisanga vikara (Coronary artery disease-Ischemic heart disease and Myocardial Infarction), Hrudgata rakta
- Sankulanjanya karya-akshamata(congestive cardiac failure)
- Hrudgati vaishamya(Conduction defects of heart)
- Aamavata (SP11) (Rheumatoid Arthritis)
- Madatyaya (SQ20)
7.Chikitsa of Rakta pradoshaja vikara
Term IILH 22NLHT 11NLHP 18
- Kaamala (SM41, SM42, SM43) Jaundice
- Yakrut shotha(Hepatitis),, Yakrutdalyodara(Liver cirrhosis), Madyaatirek janya yakrut vikara(Alcoholic liver disease) and Madya-etar karana janya yakrut vikara(Non- Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease-NAFLD), madya-etar vasamaya-janya yakrut shotha(Non-Alcoholic Steato-hepatitis-NASH), yakrut koshakiya arbuda (Hepatocellular Carcinoma)
- Raktapitta (SL81)
- Raktaskandana sambandhi vikara (Coagulation disorders)
- Vanshanugata adhiraktasrava pravrutti (Heriditary - Haemophilia), Acquired-Immune thrombocytopenia-ITP
- Vatarakta (SP14) Gout
- Parisariya sira dhamaniya vikara (Peripheral vascular diseases)
- Mada, Murchha, Sanyasa (SQ22, SP98)
- Visarpa (SN4T)Erysipelas, Shingles, Kushtha and Kilasa/Shwitra (SN40, SN43, SN46, SN48, SN49, SN4A, SN4B SN4D, SN4P, SN4U)
- Anurjatajanya tvak vikara(Allergic skin disorders - Atopic dermatitis/Eczyma, Urticaria), shalkayukta tvak vikara (Squamous lesions) - Psoriasis, Shewalikabha tvak vikara (Lichen planus), Visphota (Bullous lesion), Udasphotanvika tvak vikara (Pemphigus and Pemphigoid lesions)
- Sheetapitta, Udarda, Kota and Utkota (SN4K, SN4L)
- Daha
8.Chikitsa of Kshudra roga
Term IIILH 2NLHT 1NLHP 2
- Identification and chikitsa of-Yavaprakhya(SN5Y), Andhalaji(SN5Y), Vivritta(SN5Y), Kacchapika,(SN9Y) Indravriddha, Gardabhi, Jalagardabha(SM0Y), Irivellika(SN5Y), Gandhanama(SN5Y), Kaksha(SN4T), Visphotaka(SN4P), Agnirohini, Vidarika(SP9Y), Sharkararbuda(SP71), Pama(SN46), Vicharchika(SN43), Rakasa(SN40), Padadari, Alasa(SN48), Masurika, Tilkalaka(SN4E), Masaka(SN4H), Nyaccha(SN5Y), Vyanga(SN4G), Nilika(SN41)
- Identification and chikitsa of-Ajagallika(SN5Y), Valmika(SN5Y), Panasika, Pashanagardabha(SM1D), Chippa, Kunakha(SN6Y), Anushayi(SP9Y), Kadara(SN9Y), Indralupta(SN90), Darunaka(SN91), Arumshika(SN70), Palitya, Yuvanpidika(SN4V), Padminikantaka(SN5Y), Jatumani(SN4F), Charmakeela, Parivaritika(SN0A), Avapatika, Niruddhaprakasha(SN0A), Sannirudhaguda(SM5Y), Ahiputana(SN5Y), Vrishanakacchu(SN40), Gudabhramsha(SM55)
9.Chikitsa of Mamsapradoshaja and Medopradoshaja vikara
Term IIILH 8NLHT 2NLHP 8
- Galaganda (SL0Y)
- Gandamala (SL08)
- Arbuda (SP72)
- Shosha (SP2Y)
- Karshya (SP61)
- Sthaulya (SP64)
- Prameha (SM8D)
- Madhumeha(Diabetes mellitus) (SP60)
- Medapachaya(Dyslipidaemia) (SP62)
- Sthoulya(obesity)
- Arbuda(Neoplasm)
10.Shuddha-Ashuddha chikitsa, Chikitsajanita vikara
Term IIILH 1NLHT 2NLHP 2
- Concept of Shuddha chikitsa & Ashuddha chiktsa
- Preventive protocol in the General principles of Drug administration, Concept of Iatrogenic diseases
- Chikitsa yojana of drug induced Iatrogenic diseases
Kaya Chikitsa Paper II – Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa – 2 Syllabus
Paper II – Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa – 2 of Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (AyUG-KC) has 6 topics with 43 lecture hours as listed in Table 2 of the NCISM curriculum (PDF page 9).
LH – lecture hours; NLHT – non-lecture hours (theory); NLHP – non-lecture hours (practical).
11.Chikitsa of Vatavyadhi
Term ILH 16NLHT 6NLHP 26
- Vatavyadhi samanya chikitsa
- Snayugatavata
- Akshepaka chikitsa (SK 30)
- Pakshaghata chikitsa(SK22) (Cerebrovascular accident)
- Ekangavata(SK22), Sarvangavata(SK22)
- Kampavata(SK52) (Parkinson's Disease)
- Ardita(SK20) (Bell's palsy)
- Manyastambha(SP44)
- Jihwastambha(SK22)
- Avabahuka(SP15), Vishwachi(SK51)
- Gridhrasi(SP20) (Sciatica)
- Khanja(SK2Y), Pangu(SK21), Kalayakhanja
- Padadaha(SK51), Padaharsha(SK54)
- Parisareeya Nadishotha(Peripheral Neuropathy)
- Urustambha(SP46)
- Udarvarta(SM35)
- Tantrikaanughata(Guillan Barre syndrome), Tantrighata(Motor Neuron Disease), Anuprasthiya-sitamajjachadda shotha(Transverse Myelitis), Peshi dourbalya(Myasthenia Gravis)
12.Chikitsa of Asthi-Majja pradoshaja vikara (SR54) (SR55)
Term IILH 8NLHT 4NLHP 11
- Asthisoushirya (Osteoporosis), Asthikshaya (Osteopenia) (SP00)
- Sandhigata vata (SP12) (Osteoarthritis), Vatakantaka(SP4Y)(Calcaneal Spur), Kateegraha(SP42(Lumbar spondylosis), Greeva graha(SP45) Kroshtuka sheersha Raktaheenatajanya dhatunasha(AvascularNecrosis) Katishoola(Lumbago), Kasheruka vyadhi(Spondylopathies), Asthisankatarbuda(Osteosarcoma)
13.Chikitsa of Pranavaha Srotodushti Vikara (TM2:SL40-SL4Z)
Term IILH 6NLHT 4NLHP 24
- Shwasa (SL42), Hikka(SM74)
- Kasa(SL41), Urahkshat
- Rajayakshma
- Tamaka Shwasa(Bronchial Asthma) (SL40)
- Jirna Shwasakrichchhanika (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Antaraalayi Phuphphusa Vikara (Interistitial Lung Disease)
- Vispharah (Bronchiectasis)
- Phuphphusasruti(Pleural effusion)
- Phuphphusa arbuda (Lung Cancer)
14.Chikitsa of Udakavaha srotodushti vikara
Term IIILH 5NLHT 2NLHP 8
- Trishna
- Shotha(SP91)
- Udara-Jalodara (Ascites) (SM32)
- Jaliyovidyutansha vaishamya(Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalance)
15.Chikitsa of Mootravaha srotodushti vikara
Term IIILH 4NLHT 4NLHP 8
- Mootrakrichchha (SM82)
- Mootraghata (SM81)
- Ashmari (SM8C)
- Mootranalika shotha(UTI), Vrikka koshika shotha(Nephritis),(SM84) vrikka nishkriyata(Renal failure)
- Mootraashmari(Urolithiasis)
- Pourusha granthi vriddhi(Benign prostatic hyperplasia)
- Apavrukkatva(Nephrotic Syndrome)
16.Chikitsa of Purishavaha srotodushti vikara (SR5A)
Term IIILH 4NLHT 4NLHP 8
- Atisara(SM37)
- Pravahika(Dysentery)(SM38)
- Arsha (SM53)
- Raktatisara(Ulcerative colitis)(SM37)
- Krimi
- Bruhadaantra arbuda (Colorectal cancer)
Kaya Chikitsa Paper III – Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa Evam Rasayana, Vajikarana Syllabus
Paper III – Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa Evam Rasayana, Vajikarana of Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (AyUG-KC) has 9 topics with 46 lecture hours as listed in Table 2 of the NCISM curriculum (PDF page 11).
LH – lecture hours; NLHT – non-lecture hours (theory); NLHP – non-lecture hours (practical).
17.Chikitsa of Annavaha srotodushti vikara
Term ILH 12NLHT 4NLHP 14
- Agnimandya, Aruchi/ Arochaka
- Ajeerna/ Alasaka/ Vishuchika, Vilambika(SM 3A 3B)
- Aanaha/ Aatopa/ Aadhmana(SM31)
- Amlapitta(SM-39), Bhasmaka
- Parinama shoola, Annadrava shoola- (SM 3A,3B,3C,3D,3E), Shoola (SM33)
- Chhardi(SM-3L)
- Gulma(SM 3K)
- Grahani(SM-36)
- Annadravashoola-Parinamashoola(Acid peptic disease)
- Amlapitta(Gastro esophageal reflux disease)
- Grahani(Irritable bowel syndrome)
- Udarastha karkatarbuda-Malignancies of abdomen (Ca Pancreas, Ca Duodenum/Stomach)
18.Chikitsa of Manovaha srotas dushti vikara
Term IILH 8NLHT 4NLHP 8
- Manasika vikara like Kaama, krodha, Lobha, Mada, Maatsarya, Shoka, Bhaya, Dainya, Harsha
- Unmada roga (SQ03)
- Apasmara roga(SK30)
- Atattvabhinivesha(SQ04)
- Chittodvega & Vishada
- Chinta(General Anxiety Disorder)
- Nidra vikara(Sleep Disorder)
- Bhaavodvega(Somatoform and mood disorder)
- Pratyabalajanya vikara(Stress induced disorder)
- Kaamonmada(Psychosexual disorders)
- Atattvabhinivesha(Obsessive compulsive disorder, Nurotic disorder)
- Vyaktatva evum swabhav viparyaya(Personality and behavioral disorder)
- Manoavasada(Depression)
- Medhya rasayana in Manoroga
- Identification of Bhutonmada and its basic management
19.Chikitsa of of Antahsravi Granthi vyadhi
Term IILH 4NLHT 4NLHP 4
- Avatuka Granthi(Thyroid) Disorders: Manda vatuka(Hypothyroidism) & Tivra vatuka(Hyperthyroidism)(SP9Y)
- Pravaravatuka Granthi Vyadhis (Parathyroid) Disorders: Hypoparathyroidism & Hyperparathyroidism
- Piyusha Granthi vikara(Pituitary Disorders): Hypopitutarism-vamanata(Dwarfism)(SP9Y)
- Atihrisvata & Hyperpitutarism-Dirghakayata(Gigantism) (Atidirgha) and Vikayata(Acromegaly)
- Udakameha(Diabetes Insipidus)
- Adhivrikka granthi vikara(Adrenal gland Disorders): Hyperaldosteronism- Tivra upavrikkasrava(Addison's disease) & Hypoaldosteronism-Upavrikkasrava mandya(Cushing's Syndrome)
20.Chikitsa of Vyadhikshamatva vikara
Term IILH 3NLHT 4NLHP 3
- Vyadhikshamatva heenata vikara (Immunodeficiency diseases-Primary and secondary immune deficiency disorders)
- Atmapratirodha-Kshamatva Vikara (Auto immune disorders)
- Pratirakshaja(Systemic Lupus Erythematosis-SLE)
- Vamshakasheru ruk(Ankylosing Spondylitis-AS)
- Drutotak(Multiple Sclerosis-MS)
- Aamavata(Rheumatoid Arthritis)
- Atisamvedanasheelata-janya vyadhi (Hypersensitiviy Reactions)
21.Chikitsa of Shukravaha srotasa vikara
Term IIILH 3NLHT 4NLHP 4
- Klaibya (SN02)
- Shukralpata (SN03)
- Shukradosha
- Kshinashukra
- Dhwajabhang
- Kapourushya(Male hypogonadism)
- Napunsakatva(Impotence)
- Vandhyatva(Infertility)
22.Chikitsa of Guhya roga
Term IIILH 2NLHT 2NLHP 2
- Phiranga(SN31) Upadamsha(SN30)
- Phiranga(Syphilis)(SN31)
- Puyameha(Gonorrhoea)(SN30)
- Vankshaneeya lasika granthikanarbud(Lymphomagranuloma Inguinale)
- Phirangiya vrana(Soft Chancroid)
- Visarpa(Herpes Simplex)(SN4T)
23.Vajikarana
Term IIILH 6NLHT 3NLHP 6
- Principles, benefits & need for Vajikarana
- Shuddha Shukra, Vajikarana dravya in Shukravaha srotodushti vikara
- Vajikarana dravya in Klaibya(infertility) & Shandhatva(impotency)
- Interpretation of investigation in Shukravaha srotodushti vikara
- Phalashruti, Sevana kala, Matra & Anupana of various Vajikarana yoga
24.Rasayana
Term IIILH 6NLHT 4NLHP 8
- Principles, indications & dosage of Rasayana according to the ayu(age)
- Aachara Rasayana in clinical practice
- Evidence based Rasayana
- Naimittika rasayana
- Medhya rasayana
- Kanthya rasayana
- Varnya rasayana
- Keshya rasayana
- Chikitsa karmukatva, Matra, Sevana kala & Anupana of various Vyadhihara rasayana
25.Chikitsa of Jarajanya vikara and Indriyapradoshaja vikara
Term IIILH 2NLHT 2NLHP 12
- Jarajanya vikara(Geriatric Disorders)
- Indriyapradoshaja vikara(sensory & cranial nerve disorders)
- Smritilopa(Alzheimer's disease)
Kaya Chikitsa Practicals and Non-Lecture Activities
List of Practicals
59 practicals are listed in the NCISM curriculum, grouped by the topic they belong to.
Clinical ethics in the practice of Kayachikitsa
- Communication skill and professionalism
- Ethical Principles in Clinical Practice
Samprapti vighatana, Chikitsa sutra, Chikitsa, Aushadha yoga and Pathyaapathya of Jvara (SP51/TM2)
- Diagnose and constuct the Chikitsa yojana of Jvara(Nava jvara/Purana jvara/Nija jvara/Sannipata jvara/Agantuja jvara/Dhatugata jvara/Vishama jvara/Punaravartaka jvara)
Anuktaroga treatment principles based on Doshadushyadi vivechana
- Chikitsa yojana of Anukta roga & its complications
Chikitsa of Sankramika jvara
- Bedside case taking of the given Sankramika jvara
- Public awareness activity related to Malaria/hepatitis/epidemic preparedness/vaccination/meningitis/encephalitis
Chikitsa of Rasa pradoshaja vikara
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Description
- Short cases presentation in Rasa pradoshaja vikara
- Long cases presentation in Rasapradoshaja vikara
Chikitsa of Rakta pradoshaja vikara
- Short cases presentation in Rakta Pradoshaja Vikara
- Long cases presentation in Rakta Pradoshaja Vikara
- Commemoration of day of medical importance
Chikitsa of Kshudra roga
- Clinical case study on Kshudra roga
Chikitsa of Mamsapradoshaja and Medopradoshaja vikara
- Bedside case taking of of Galaganda / Gandamala /Sthoulya / Karshya/ Prameha
- Public awareness activity related to World cancer day / Obesity Day/Diabetes Day
Shuddha-Ashuddha chikitsa, Chikitsajanita vikara
- Chikitsa yojana for Drug induced Iatrogenic Disease
Chikitsa of Vatavyadhi
- Bedside casetaking of Pakshagatha, Ardita, Avabahuka/Viswachi, Kampavata, Gridhrasi, Manyasthmba, Khanja/ Pangu, Padadaha/ Padaharsha
- Selection of appropriate Aushadhi in Vatavyadhi
- Commemoration of World Stroke Day
- Commemoration of World arthritis day
Chikitsa of Asthi-Majja pradoshaja vikara (SR54) (SR55)
- Bedside case taking of 1.Sandhigata vata 2 Kateegraha 3.Greeva graha 4.Raktaheenatajanya dhatunasha(AvascularNecrosis)/ Kroshtuka sheersha/Asthikshaya
- Commemoration of World spine day(Oct 16)
Chikitsa of Pranavaha Srotodushti Vikara (TM2:SL40-SL4Z)
- Bedside demonstration of a case of Mahashwasa, Urdhwa shwasa, Chhinna Shwasa, Kshudra Shwasa. (Any one case)
- Bedside case demonstration of case of Kaasa Roga (SL41)
- Bedside demonstration of case of Tamaka Shwasa (SL42)
- Bedside case demonstration of a case of Rajayakshma (~Pulmonary Tuberculosis) (2 hours)
- Bedside demonstration of a case of Jirna Shwasakrichchhanika (ChronicObstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Bedside demonstration of case of Vispharah (Bronchiectasis)
- Bedside Case demonstration of case of Phuphphusaasruti (Pleural effusion)
- Bedside demonstration of case of Antaraalayi Phuphphusa Vikara (Interstitial CO7 Lung Disease)
- Field visit to DOTs Centre
- Demonstration of Nebulization & oxygen therapy (2 hours)
Chikitsa of Udakavaha srotodushti vikara
- Bedside demonstration of a case of Vatodara- Pittodara- Kaphodara- Dushyodara
- Bedside demonstration of case of Yakritodara & Pleehodara, Chhidrodara, Baddha gudodara
- Bedside demonstration of case of Jalodara
- Bedside demonstration of case of Shotha roga
Chikitsa of Mootravaha srotodushti vikara
- Bedside demonstration of a case of CKD
- Bedside demonstration of a case of Mootrakrichcha
- Bedside demonstration of indwelling Urethral Catheter Insertion, managing problems due to Indwelling Catheters and removing Indwelling Urethral catheters
- Bedside demonstration of a case of Mootraghata
Chikitsa of Purishavaha srotodushti vikara (SR5A)
- Bedside Case taking of Atisara, Pravahika, Arsha, Raktatisara and Krimi
- Public awareness activity related to World colorectal cancer awareness day/world IBS day/World piles day
Chikitsa of Annavaha srotodushti vikara
- Bedside Case taking of Annavaha srotodushti vikara
- OP-based case taking of two Annavahasrotodushti vikara
- Insertion of Nasogastric tube/ Ryles tube in a Mannequin
Chikitsa of Manovaha srotas dushti vikara
- Case study/ case scenario to devise a treatment plan according to principles of Manovaha srotas Documentation of a case/condition requiring manovaha srotas
- Public awareness activity related to Mental health day
- An insight into functionality of a mental hospital /de-addiction center/psycho social rehabilitation center
Chikitsa of of Antahsravi Granthi vyadhi
- Case taking of Endocrine disorder. Case presentation of Endocrine disorder
Chikitsa of Vyadhikshamatva vikara
- Bed side Case Presentation on Immune system disorders
Chikitsa of Shukravaha srotasa vikara
- Bedside case taking of case of Klaibya (Male sexual dysfunction), Shukradosha
Chikitsa of Guhya roga
- Creating awareness about Sexually transmitted diseases during National STD Awareness week
Vajikarana
- Formulate a treatment plan according to principles of Vajikarana
- Constructing a Chikitsa yojana based on the Interpretation of the Investigations related to Male & Female Infertility
Rasayana
- Devise a treatment plan according to principles of Rasayana
- Formulate a treatment plan using appropriate enlisted Rasayana
Chikitsa of Jarajanya vikara and Indriyapradoshaja vikara
- Case study/ case scenario to devise a treatment plan according to principles of Jarajanya vikara and Indriyapradoshaja vikara
- An insight into functionality of a senior citizens’ home/Geriatric care center
- Public awareness activity related to age related diseases
Non-Lecture Activities (Theory)
89 non-lecture theory activities — seminars, case discussions, projects and similar — are listed topic-wise.
Kaya, Chikitsa and Kayachikitsa - Nirukti, Paribhasha, Paryaya and Bheda
- Selection of the appropriate treatment for a simulated case, enacted role play
Samprapti vighatana, Chikitsa sutra, Chikitsa, Aushadha yoga and Pathyaapathya of Jvara (SP51/TM2)
- Clinical understanding of Nija jvara, Sannipataja jvara and Agantuja jvara and its Chikitsa yojana
- Importance of Langhana Chikitsa in Jvara
- Clinical understanding and treatment of Jvara according to its different stages(Avasthanusara Jvara chikitsa)
- Clinical understanding and management of Dhatugata jvara, Vishama jvara and Punaravartaka jvara
- Understanding the Nidana panchaka and framing the management of various varieties of Jvara through case scenario
- Importance of Ksheera prayoga and Ghrita prayoga in Jvara
- Phalashruti, Sevanakala, Matra, Anupana of the given Aushadha kalpana Shadanga paneeya Amritottaram Kashaya Indukantam Kashaya Vishamajvara nashaka kashaya Sudarshana churna Mrityunjaya rasa Amritarishta Pippalyadi Ghrita Aparajita dhoopa
Anuktaroga treatment principles based on Doshadushyadi vivechana
- Understanding of Samprapti vighatana in Anukta roga
Chikitsa of Sankramika jvara
- Approach to the diagnosis and management of Mastishkavarana shotha jvara(Meningitis) Mastishka shotha(Encephalitis) and Dhanurvaata(Tetanus
- Approach to the diagnosis and management of Granthika sannipata jvara(Plague) and Leptospirosis
- Approach to the diagnosis and management of Beejanu jvara (Anthrax), and Peeta jvara (Yellow fever)
- Approach to the diagnosis and management of Sandhiga sannipata jvara (Chikungunya) Dandaka jvara(Dengue) and Shleepada (Filariasis)
Chikitsa of Rasa pradoshaja vikara
- An insight into Anuvanshika rakta vikara (Haematopoietic diseases) and their chikitsa
- Leukemia and its treatment
- Haemoglobinopathies
- Common Cardiovascular Diseases
- Diagnosis and treatment of Raktapravaha-hinata-janya hridroga with special reference to Coronary Artery Diseases
- Diagnosis and management of Raktaja Hridghaatah and Hritpaatah (Congestive Cardiac failure, Cardiac arrest and Conductive disorders of the Cardia)
Chikitsa of Rakta pradoshaja vikara
- Disorders of Coagulation
- Acquired disorders of coagulation
- Contemporary understanding of Visarpa along with its management
- Kushtha bheda and doshahara chikitsa
- Diagnosis and treatment of Leprosy and Vitiligo/Leukoderma
- A diagnostic and treatment approach to Yakrut shotha w.s.r to Infective and Non-Infective Hepatitis
- An Insight into Yakrut vikara (common liver disorders) and their management
- Maladies and remedies of Gout with special reference to Vatarakta
- Management of peripheral vascular disorders
- Article review on Tvak vikara
- Diagnosis and treatment of Tvak vikara (Common Dermatological conditions in clinical practice)
Chikitsa of Kshudra roga
- Photography competition to familiarize the students with diagnosis and treatment of Kshudra roga
Chikitsa of Mamsapradoshaja and Medopradoshaja vikara
- Presenting the Phalashruti, Matra, Anupana and Sevana kala of Aushadha yoga for Sthoulya and Prameha
- Detailed understanding of dyslipidemia and Obesity and its ayurvedic management
Shuddha-Ashuddha chikitsa, Chikitsajanita vikara
- Identifying the occurrence of Iatrogenic Disease & assessment of the benefits of Shuddha chikitsa & ill effects of Ashuddha chikitsa
Chikitsa of Vatavyadhi
- Gata vata Chikitsa
- Chikitsa yojana in Vatavyadhi
- Symposium on Urustambha
- Understanding of Udavarta and its application
- Detailed understanding of Guillain- Barre Lakshana samuchchaya (Guillain-Barre syndrome), Ajna Nadi Vikara (Motor Neuron Disease),, Anuprasthiyasitamajjachadda shotha (Transverse Myelitis), Peshi dourbalya (Myasthenia Gravis)
- Understanding of Cerebrovascular Accident and its management
Chikitsa of Asthi-Majja pradoshaja vikara (SR54) (SR55)
- Discussion on Asthisankatarbuda(Osteosarcoma)
- Discussion on the etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis and Management of Osteoarthritis
- Detailed understanding of the Diagnosis, Clinical examination, ayurvedic perspective and management of Lumbar spondylosis and Cervical Spondylosis
- Ayurvedic management of Asthimajjavaha srotodushti vikara based on interpretation of Radiological Investigations
Chikitsa of Pranavaha Srotodushti Vikara (TM2:SL40-SL4Z)
- Chikitsa yojana (treatment plan) of Shwasa (SL42)& Hikka (SM74) by
- Chikitsa yojana (treatment plan) of Kaasa Roga (SL41)
- Chikitsa yojana (treatment plan) of or Trirupa, Shadrupa, Ekadasha rupa rajyakshama, Anuloma kshaya & Pratiloma kshaya
- Construct Chikitsa yojana (treatment plan) of Urahkshat roga
Chikitsa of Udakavaha srotodushti vikara
- Constructing chikitsa yojana for Shotha roga
- Constructing Chikitsa yojana of Udar roga & Jalodara
Chikitsa of Mootravaha srotodushti vikara
- Constructing Chikitsa Yojana for Samprapti vighatana of Mootrakrichchha roga (SM82)
- Constructing Chikitsa Yojana for Samprapti Vighatana of Mootraghaata roga (SM81)
- Constructing chikitsa yojana for samprapti vighatana of Ashmari roga (SM82)
- Detailed understanding of management of Pourusha Granthi Vriddhi (BPH), Pourusha Granthi Arbuda (Ca Prostate) & Apavrukkatva (Nephrotic Syndrome)
Chikitsa of Purishavaha srotodushti vikara (SR5A)
- Presenting the Phalashruti, Matra, Anupana and Sevana kala of Aushadha yoga for Atisara and Pravahika
- Detailed understanding of Pravahika (dysentery), Raktatisara (ulcerative colitis), Bruhadantra arbuda (colorectal cancer) and its ayurvedic management
- Presenting the Phalashruti, Matra, Anupana and Sevana kala of Aushadha for Krimi roga
- Presenting the Phalashruti, Matra, Anupana and Sevana kala of Aushadha for Arsha
Chikitsa of Annavaha srotodushti vikara
- Clinical application of Aushadha yoga based on different Kalpana in Annavaha srotodushti vikara
- Discussion on Chikitsa of Agniyashaya Shotha(Pancreatitis) and Pittashaya Shotha(Cholecystitis
- Compilation of scientific research articles on Irritable Bowel Syndrome/(Grahani)
- Brainstorming on Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis & Management of Urdhwaga Amlapitha(GERD),, Parinama shoola and Annadrava shoola(Acid Peptic Diseases)
Chikitsa of Manovaha srotas dushti vikara
- Bhutonmada and its basic management
- Aushadha prayoga for Manasa roga
- Detailed discussion on Obsessive compulsive disorder, Neurotic disorder, personality and behavioral disorder
- Detailed discussion on the Diagnosis, Clinical examination and treatment of Vishada (Depression)
Chikitsa of of Antahsravi Granthi vyadhi
- Hyperpituitarism-Dirghakayata /Atidirgha (Gigantism) and Vikayata (Acromegaly)
- Udakameha (Diabetes insipidus)
- Hypoparathyroidism and Hyperparathyroidism
- Hypopituitarism-Vamanatva (Dwarfism) (SP9Y)
Chikitsa of Vyadhikshamatva vikara
- Approach to the Diagnosis, Ayurvedic perspective and management of Crohn’s disease
- Approach to the Diagnosis, Ayurvedic perspective and management of Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Approach to the Diagnosis, Ayurvedic perspective and management of Multiple sclerosis
- Approach to the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, Ayurvedic perspective and management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Chikitsa of Shukravaha srotasa vikara
- Understanding the Applied clinical anatomy and endocrinology aspects for male reproduction
- Understanding on the Diagnosis, Clinical examination and Ayurvedic perspective and Principles of management of Male hypogonadism, and Infertility
- Presenting the Phalashruti, Matra, Anupana and Sevana kala of Aushadha yoga in Shukravaha Srotas vikara
- Detailed understanding on the Diagnosis, Clinical examination and Ayurvedic perspective and principles of management of Male hypogonadism, Infertility and Beeja dushtijanya vikara
Chikitsa of Guhya roga
- Differentiating between the Chikitsa of Guhya roga
- Chikitsa of Guhya roga
Vajikarana
- Mono Drug Vajikarana therapy like - Shilajatu, Suvarna bhasma and Vanga bhasma
- Vajikarana ghruta, Vrishya ghruta, Vrishya gutika & Shrigopal taila in Vajikarana Prayoga
- Vajikarana Yoga - Madanakameshwara Lehya, Narasimha Rasayan & Brimhani Gulika
Rasayana
- Application of the properties of the single herbs for using them as Rasayana
- Evidence based therapeutic effects of Rasayana
- Utility of Naimittika Rasayana in a treatment protocol
- Planning of Apunarbhava Chikitsa applying the principles & procedures of Rasayana Therapy
Chikitsa of Jarajanya vikara and Indriyapradoshaja vikara
- Aushadha prayoga for Jarajanya roga
- Aushadha prayoga for Indriyapradoshoja vikara
Kaya Chikitsa Assessment Pattern and Marks
Papers and Marks Distribution
| Papers | Theory | Practical | Viva | Elective | Internal Assessment | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 300 | 100 | 70 | — | 30 | 500 |
Theory carries 300 marks and the practical/clinical assessment (practical, viva, elective and internal assessment) carries 200 marks, for a total of 500 marks.
Theory Question Paper Pattern (per paper)
| Question Type | Questions | Marks Each | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) | 20 | 1 | 20 |
| Short Answer Questions (SAQ) | 8 | 5 | 40 |
| Long Answer Questions (LAQ) | 4 | 10 | 40 |
The head-wise distribution of the 200-mark practical examination is given in Table 6H of the NCISM document. Open page 148 of the PDF
Topic-wise learning objectives — with domain, must/desirable/nice-to-know level, teaching–learning methods and assessment methods — are tabulated in Table 3 of the NCISM document. Open pages 15–129
Kaya Chikitsa Reference Books
43 books and resources are recommended in the NCISM AyUG-KC curriculum (PDF page 150).
- Acharya Sharangadhara Bhisagvar Sarangadhara Samhita by Adhamalla Virachita Deepika Commentary, Dr Brahmananda Tripathi, Chaukhambha Surbharti Prakashan, 2019
- Acharya Sushruta Sushruta Samhita, Nibandha Sangraha Commentary Of Dalhana And Nyayachandrika Of Gayadasa On Nidana Sthana-7th Edition, Varanasi Choukhambha Orientalia- 2022
- Agnivesha. Charaka Samhita. Reducted By Charaka And Drudhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentory. Vaidya Yadavji Trikamji Acharya. 5th Edition Varanasi. Chaukhamba Sanskrit Samsthana 2001
- Madhavakara, Madhavanidana, Madhukosa Commentary Of Vijayarakshita And Srikanthadatta And With Extracts From Atankadarpana By Vachaspathi Vaidya Edited By Ananta Rama Sharma, Varanasi. Chaukhambha Orientalia, 2007
- Vagbhata “Ashtanga Hridayam” commentary:Arunadatta-sarvangasundari; Hemadri-payurvedarasayana. Chaukhamba Orientalia, Varanasi, India, Reprint 2000
- Vaidya, Laxmi pati shastri vidyotini Hindi Commentary Of Yogaratnakara. 2nd. Varanasi Chaukhambha Sanskrit Series, 2018
- Acharya Sidhinandan Mishra, Yogratnakara, Varanasi Chaukhamba Orientalia,
- Vaidya Laxmipati sastri, vidyotini Hindi Commentary Yogaratnakar, Edited by Bhisagratna Brahmasankar sastri, Edition Varanasi.chaukhambha prakashan, 2018
- Das Govind, Bhaisajyaratnavali, Eighteen Revised Edition, vidyotini hindi commentary analysis with Appendixes, Varanasi chaukhambha Sanskrit sansthan, 2005
- Trikamji Yadavji sidhyog sangrah Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhavan 2013
- Singh Ramharsh, Ayurvediya manas vigyan, Varanasi Chaukhambha Sanskrit pustakalaya 2009
- Shastri AD, editor, Bhaishajya Ratnavali. 19th Varanasi: Chaukhambha Prakashan; 2008
- Dash Bhagavan, Concept of Agni in ayurveda with special reference to Agnibala pareeksha, Varanasi, Choukamba Sanskrit Series, 2015
- Ayurveda Sarasangraha, Shree Baidyanath Ayurveda Bhavan Limited, Nainee, Allahabad 2015
- Shastry J, Niteshwar K. Vajeekaran Tantra. Varanasi: Chaukhambha Orientalia; 2018
- Puri H S, Ayurveda Books for Longevity and Rejuvenation, CRC Press Taylor and Francis group Google Books 2002
- Choudhary Ravindra Chandra, Abhinav manas Roga vijnan. Varanasi, Choukambha Orientalia, 2014
- Shukla Vidyadhar, Kayachikitsa: A Textbook of Ayurvedic medicine. Varanasi: Chaukhamba Surbharati; 2021
- Shastri JLN, Niteshwar K. Ayurvedic Management of Heart Diseases. Varanasi: Choukambha Orientalia; 2017
- Puri HS. Ayurveda Books for Longevity and Rejuvenation. London: CRC Press Taylor and Francis group; 2002
- Shrikant Murthy K. Clinical Methods in Ayurveda. Chaukhambha Orientalia: Chaukhambha Orientalia; 2018
- Choudhary RC. Abhinav Manas Roga vijnan. Varanasi: Choukambha Orientalia,; 2014
- Agarwal S. Practical approach to Diet and Dietetics from Ayurveda to contemporary Science. Varanasi: Choukambha Orientalia; 2018
- Babu S, Madhavi M. Geriatrics in Ayurveda,. Varanasi: Choukambha Orientalia,; 2018
- Shastry J. Introduction to oncology(Cancer) In ayurveda. Chaukhmbha Orientalia
- Athavale PB. Basic Principles of Ayurveda,. Varanasi: Choukambha Sanskrit Pratishtan
- Ranade S, Ranade S. A Textbook of Kaya Chikitsa. 2005
- Babu S, Madhavi M. Geriatrics in Ayurveda,. Varanasi: Choukambha Orientalia,; 2018
- Dwivedi V. Vaidya Sahchar. Shree Baidyanath Bhawan Pvt. Ltd.1991
- Mishra LC. Scientific basis for Ayurvedic therapies. Boca Raton: Crc Press; 2004
- Rastogi S. Translational Ayurveda. Springer; 2018
- Sanjeev Rastogi, Chiappelli F. Evidence-based practice in complementary and alternative medicine: perspectives, protocols, problems, and potential in Ayurveda. Berlin: Springer; 2012
- Tripathi P. A textbook of Psychiatry. 1st ed. New Delhi: Jaypee Brothers; 2023
- Kumar P, Clark M. Clinical Medicine. 3rd ed. London UK: Bailliere Tindal publication
- Chugh SN. Textbook of Medicine. 4th ed. Delhi: Arya publication; 2019
- Jameson JL. Harrison’s principles of internal medicine. 21st ed. Vol. 1. New York Mcgraw-Hill Education; 2022
- Penman ID, Ralston S, Strachan MWJ, Hobson RP. Davidson’s principles and practice of medicine. 24th ed. [Edinburgh]: Elsevier; 2023
- C.Dwarakanath, Digestion and Metabolism in Ayurveda, Varanasi, Chaukhamba Krishnadas Academy, 1997
- ICD - 11 TM 2, International Classification of Diseases, Eleventh Revision (ICD-11) - World Health Organization 2024
- Acharya Balkrishn, Ayurvedic Treatise og Diagnosis, Saumitreya Nidanam, Vol. 1 & 2, Haridwar, Divya Prakashana, 2024
- Illustrated Synopsis of Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Disease, 7th edition, Elseveir publication, 2024
- Manual For the Investigation and Diagnosis of the Infertile Couple, World Health Organization
- Harrison’s, Wiener, Kasper, Fauch, Hauser, Longo, Jameson. Principle of Internal Medicine, Vol 2nd, 18th Edition, New York, Published by Mcgraw-Hill
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Kaya Chikitsa Syllabus FAQs
Kayachikitsa including Manasa Roga, Rasayana and Vajikarana (Internal Medicine including Psychiatry, Rejuvenative Medicine, Reproductive Medicine and Epigenetics) has the NCISM subject code AyUG-KC. It is a Third Professional BAMS (III BAMS) subject, and the curriculum is applicable from 2021-22 batch, from the academic year 2024-25 onwards for 5 batches or until further notification by NCISM, whichever is earlier.
It has 3 theory papers carrying 300 marks and a practical/clinical assessment of 200 marks (100 practical, 70 viva and 30 internal assessment), for a total of 500 marks.
The NCISM curriculum allots Kaya Chikitsa 450 teaching hours: 150 lecture hours, 90 non-lecture theory hours and 210 non-lecture practical hours.
Paper I (Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa – 1) has 10 topics, including Clinical ethics in the practice of Kayachikitsa, Anuktaroga treatment principles based on Doshadushyadi vivechana, Chikitsa of Sankramika jvara, Chikitsa of Rasa pradoshaja vikara, Chikitsa of Rakta pradoshaja vikara and Chikitsa of Kshudra roga. Paper II (Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa – 2) has 6 topics, including Chikitsa of Vatavyadhi, Chikitsa of Asthi-Majja pradoshaja vikara (SR54) (SR55), Chikitsa of Pranavaha Srotodushti Vikara (TM2:SL40-SL4Z), Chikitsa of Udakavaha srotodushti vikara, Chikitsa of Mootravaha srotodushti vikara and Chikitsa of Purishavaha srotodushti vikara (SR5A). Paper III (Vyadhi Vishesha Chikitsa Evam Rasayana, Vajikarana) has 9 topics, including Chikitsa of Annavaha srotodushti vikara, Chikitsa of Manovaha srotas dushti vikara, Chikitsa of of Antahsravi Granthi vyadhi, Chikitsa of Vyadhikshamatva vikara, Chikitsa of Shukravaha srotasa vikara and Chikitsa of Guhya roga.
The NCISM curriculum lists 43 reference books and resources for Kaya Chikitsa. The complete list is given in the Reference Books section of this page.
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