Prem Raghu Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital hathras - Uttar Pradesh - Kanpur ID1653323

Prem Raghu Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Hathras, is a prominent private institution dedicated to Ayurvedic education and healthcare in Uttar Pradesh. Established under the Prem Raghu Dharmarth Chikitsa Sewa Samiti, the college was founded in 2015 (with some references noting roots or associated facilities from around 2004–2009) by Chairman Dr. P.P. Singh. Inspired by his father, the late Shree Shankar Lal Kushwaha, and supported by his brother Dr. R.K. Singh (Director), it aims to blend ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern medical practices.

Located on Agra Road, near M.G. Polytechnic, in Village Bariyaka Nagla, Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, the college sits on a sprawling, lush green campus (reported as 3 to 25 acres in various sources). The eco-friendly environment supports holistic learning. It is recognized by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, and affiliated with Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University, Gorakhpur.

Academic Programs

The flagship program is the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS). This 5.5-year course includes 4.5 years of academic study plus a 1-year compulsory rotatory internship. It follows a structured curriculum across four professional years, covering:

• Basic Principles: Sanskrit, Maulika Siddhanta, Rachana Sharir (Anatomy), and Kriya Sharir (Physiology).

• Diagnostics and Pharmacology: Rog Nidan, Rasa Shastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, Dravyaguna.

• Clinical Specialties: Kayachikitsa (Internal Medicine), Panchakarma, Shalya Tantra (Surgery), Shalakya Tantra (ENT & Ophthalmology), Kaumarbhritya (Pediatrics), Swasthavritta & Yoga, and more.

The college has around 60 seats and emphasizes hands-on training, clinical exposure, and integration of traditional texts like Charak Samhita with contemporary diagnostics. Admission requires NEET-UG qualification, followed by Uttar Pradesh AYUSH counseling. Eligibility includes 10+2 with physics, chemistry, and biology (minimum 50% for the general category) and an age of 17+ years.

Annual tuition fee is approximately ₹2,38,900, with hostel fees around ₹80,000. Facilities include separate boys’ and girls’ hostels with modern amenities, a well-stocked library, advanced labs, an herbal garden, a cafeteria, and 24/7 health support.

Hospital and Clinical Facilities

A major strength is the attached teaching hospital featuring a 60-bed dedicated Ayurvedic wing and a 100-bed modern medicine hospital. It offers eight specialized OPDs, IPD services, Panchakarma therapies, pharmacy, emergency ambulance, and 24/7 care. Students gain practical experience in patient management, integrating Ayurvedic treatments (e.g., detoxification, herbal formulations) with allopathic support. The hospital serves the local community with affordable, holistic care.

Infrastructure and Faculty

The campus boasts modern classrooms with AV aids, specialized laboratories (anatomy, physiology, and pharmaceutics), a library with digital resources, and a conducive learning atmosphere. Faculty comprises experienced doctors (many with MD/MS/PhD in Ayurveda), maintaining a favorable student-teacher ratio for personalized mentorship. The institution promotes preventive health, yoga, and community outreach.

Why Choose Prem Raghu?

Graduates emerge as skilled Ayurvedic practitioners ready for private practice, government jobs, higher studies (MD in Ayurveda), research, or pharmaceutical roles. The college’s focus on ethical practice, critical thinking, and global relevance makes it an attractive choice for NEET-qualified students seeking a career in holistic medicine. It continues to grow as a bridge between tradition and modernity in Indian healthcare.