BHMS
Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery
BHMS Syllabus 2026
The Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS) syllabus covers a structured programme spanning 5.5 Years designed to build both foundational knowledge and specialised expertise. Below is the detailed semester-wise subject breakdown and programme structure.
BHMS Semester-wise Subjects
BHMS Syllabus & Subjects
The BHMS syllabus is governed by the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) and covers homeopathic philosophy, Materia Medica, repertory, and modern medical sciences. The programme spans 5.5 years (4.5 years academic + 1 year compulsory internship).
Homeopathic Subjects
| Subject | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| Organon of Medicine | Hahnemann's principles, vital force, law of similars, case taking, miasmatic theory |
| Homoeopathic Materia Medica | Drug provings, 200+ remedy profiles, constitutional types, drug relationships |
| Repertory | Kent's Repertory, Boger's approach, repertorization techniques, computer-aided repertory |
| Homoeopathic Pharmacy | Drug preparation, potentization, dispensing, pharmacopoeia standards |
| Homoeopathic Philosophy | Chronic diseases, theory of miasms (Psora, Sycosis, Syphilis), case management |
| Practice of Medicine | Homoeopathic therapeutics for acute and chronic diseases, clinical approach |
Modern Medical Subjects
Pre-Clinical & Para-Clinical
- Human Anatomy (with dissection)
- Human Physiology & Biochemistry
- Pathology & Microbiology
- Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Clinical Subjects
- Surgery (including minor surgical procedures)
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Community Medicine & Epidemiology
- Psychiatry
BHMS Programme Structure & Credit Distribution
BHMS Year-wise Curriculum
The BHMS curriculum is structured across 4 professional years (4.5 academic years) + 1 year compulsory rotatory internship. Each professional year has specific subjects and clinical exposure requirements.
1st Professional Year
| Subject | Focus |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | Human body structure, dissection, histology, embryology |
| Physiology & Biochemistry | Body functions, metabolic processes, biochemical pathways |
| Organon of Medicine I | Hahnemann's Organon (Aphorisms 1-145), principles of homeopathy |
| Homoeopathic Pharmacy | Drug sources, preparation, potentization, dispensing |
2nd Professional Year
| Subject | Focus |
|---|---|
| Pathology & Microbiology | Disease processes, laboratory diagnosis, infectious diseases |
| Forensic Medicine | Medico-legal aspects, toxicology, post-mortem examination |
| Organon of Medicine II | Chronic diseases, miasmatic theory, case management |
| Homoeopathic Materia Medica I | Study of 100+ polychrest remedies, drug provings |
3rd Professional Year
| Subject | Focus |
|---|---|
| Surgery | General surgery principles, minor surgical procedures, emergency care |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | Pregnancy care, childbirth management, gynaecological conditions |
| Homoeopathic Materia Medica II | Advanced remedy study, nosodes, rare remedies, drug comparisons |
| Repertory I | Kent's Repertory structure, rubric selection, repertorization |
4th Professional Year (Final)
| Subject | Focus |
|---|---|
| Practice of Medicine | Homoeopathic management of acute/chronic diseases, clinical therapeutics |
| Community Medicine | Public health, epidemiology, preventive medicine, national health programmes |
| Repertory II | Advanced repertorization, Boger's approach, computer repertory software |
| Psychiatry | Mental health disorders, homoeopathic approach to psychiatric conditions |
Compulsory Rotatory Internship (1 Year)
The 12-month CRRI includes rotations through OPD, IPD, and community health settings. Key rotations:
Skills Developed in BHMS
Skills Required & Acquired in BHMS
BHMS develops skills in individualised patient assessment, homeopathic case analysis, and modern medical knowledge - creating practitioners who can provide personalised, holistic healthcare.
Skills Required Before Joining
Academic Prerequisites
- Biology: Strong foundation in human anatomy, physiology, and botany
- Chemistry: Understanding of organic, inorganic, and pharmaceutical chemistry
- Physics: Basic physics concepts for medical applications
- English: Most homeopathic literature is in English
Personal Attributes
- Keen Observation: Homeopathic case-taking requires noting subtle patient characteristics
- Patience & Empathy: Detailed patient interviews are central to practice
- Memorisation: Learning 200+ remedy pictures requires strong memory
- Analytical Thinking: Differentiating between similar remedies through repertorization
Skills Acquired During BHMS
Homeopathic Skills
- Case Taking: Detailed patient history including mental, emotional, and physical symptoms
- Repertorization: Using Kent's, Boger's, and computer-aided repertory to find the similimum
- Materia Medica Knowledge: Deep understanding of 200+ remedy profiles and drug relationships
- Potency Selection: Choosing appropriate potency and dosage for individual cases
Clinical Skills
- Diagnosis: Clinical examination, interpreting lab reports, identifying conditions
- Emergency Management: First aid, basic life support, acute case management
- Minor Surgery: Wound management, abscess drainage, first aid procedures
- Obstetric Care: Antenatal care, normal delivery management, postnatal care
Professional Skills
- Holistic Assessment: Evaluating mental, emotional, and physical planes simultaneously
- Follow-up Management: Tracking case progress, second prescription, change of remedy
- Research Aptitude: Clinical research methodology, evidence-based homeopathy
- Patient Communication: Explaining treatment approach and building therapeutic rapport