Courses Offered at National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Leh

The National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa offers over 5 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in the streams of traditional medicine and healthcare. The Bachelor of Sowa-Rigpa Medicine and Surgery (B.S.R.M.S.) is the flagship course of National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa offered based on NCISM NEET SR UG scores. Besides, National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa also offers other specialized programs like short-term diplomas and certificate courses in Sowa-Rigpa practices.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as B.S.R.M.S. along with other specialised courses. With experienced faculty and updated curricula, National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa ensures students are well-prepared in their courses. The institute, often referred to as NISR, is dedicated to preserving and promoting the ancient Sowa-Rigpa system. Further, National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa (NISR), located in Leh Ladakh, has been consistently ranked among the top institutions for traditional medicine, achieving 15th by the National Medical Journal and 22nd by the Traditional Medicine Outlook in recent surveys. This institute also boasts 5+ tie-ups with renowned traditional healthcare centers and universities for research and clinical exposure. NISR provides 1 core UG course, specifically the B.S.R.M.S. program, focusing on the medical domain, however, it does not offer specializations within this particular degree.

At National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa, admission to each program is based on a combination of academic merit, relevant qualifications, and program-specific requirements. While criteria may vary depending on the level and type of program, applicants can generally expect to meet following criteria:

UG Programs

• Eligibility: Completion of high school or an equivalent qualification. Specifically, 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) or any other equivalent examination recognised by concerned State Government, education boards is required, or even 10+2 with Bhoti language, Buddhist philosophy and logic for certain pathways.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 50% for General category and 40% for OBC/SC/ST in the qualifying entrance exam, subject to program specific criteria.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require an entrance exam. For the flagship Bachelor of Sowa-Rigpa Medicine and Surgery (B.S.R.M.S.) degree, qualifying the NCISM NEET SR UG entrance examination is mandatory. Specific details will be provided per program.
• Documents: Transcripts, mark sheets, a motivation letter, and letters of recommendation if applicable.