National Commission for Homoeopathy Clarifies Regulatory Position on Cross-Practice by Homoeopathic Practitioners

Policy Summary: Clarification on Cross-Practice by Homoeopathic Practitioners

Issued By: National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), Ministry of AYUSH Date of Publication: August 14, 2026 Release ID: 2299598 Visitor Counter: 597

Overview The National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) has issued a formal clarification regarding the regulatory framework governing the practice of other systems of medicine by Homoeopathic practitioners. The primary objective is to ensure that existing regulations are accurately understood and applied within their proper context.

Key Regulatory Provisions

• Regulation 36(y): Under the National Commission for Homoeopathy (Professional Conduct, Etiquette and Code of Ethics for Practitioners of Homoeopathy) Regulations, 2022, Homoeopathic practitioners are generally prohibited from practicing any system of medicine other than Homoeopathy.
• Proviso and Exceptions: The restriction under Regulation 36(y) does not apply to practitioners participating in National Health Programmes or any other programs administered by the Central or State Governments. To qualify for this exception, the practitioner must have completed specific training or courses recognized and prescribed by the competent authority.
• Graduate Regulations: The NCH highlighted Sub-regulation (7) of Regulation 14 of the NCH (Homoeopathy Graduate Degree Course – Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (B.H.M.S.)) Regulations, 2022. This regulation formally recognizes the role and participation of Homoeopathic medical graduates within Government health facilities and National Health Programmes.

Conclusion The clarification reaffirms that while private cross-practice remains restricted, the regulatory framework supports the integration of Homoeopathic practitioners into public health initiatives, provided they meet the requisite training standards prescribed by the government.