Scoring below 400 in NEET doesn’t mean your dream of becoming an AYUSH doctor is over.

There are many low-cost private BAMS colleges in India that offer quality education with cutoffs between 280–390 marks.

This guide covers:

• State-wise affordable colleges
• Cutoff range
• Fees under ₹3.5L/year
• How to target them in counselling

States Where You Can Get BAMS Below 400 Marks

States with low cutoff trends:

• Madhya Pradesh
• Uttar Pradesh
• Chhattisgarh
• Bihar
• Rajasthan (private quota)

These states have more private colleges and relaxed cutoffs.

Top Low-Fee Private BAMS Colleges in India (2025)

Tips to Target These Colleges

1. Apply through state AYUSH counselling (not MCC/AACCC)

1. Focus on states where seats go vacant in Mop-Up
2. Choose colleges with good hospital facilities
3. Check for fee transparency & NCISM recognition

Seat Matrix Trends in Budget Colleges

Most low-fee private colleges have:

• 60–100 intake capacity
• 15–20% seats reserved for management/NRI
• Balance goes to state quota or open counselling

Mop-Up rounds have highest availability in these colleges.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Believing in agents promising seats without NEET 

Not checking NCISM approval 

 Overlooking counselling deadlines Always apply through the state government portals

Final Thoughts – It’s Still Possible Below 400

Don’t give up if your NEET score is in the 280–400 range. With the right strategy, you can secure a seat in a budget-friendly, recognized BAMS college.

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