Ayush Research Portal
(An initiative of the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India)
Official Website: https://ayushportal.nic.in/
Launched by: Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
Managed by: Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS)
About Us
The Ayush Research Portal is a comprehensive digital platform developed by the Ministry of AYUSH to provide easy access to scientific research information related to Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy systems of medicine.
It serves as a central repository of AYUSH-related research data — clinical trials, pre-clinical studies, drug standardization, pharmacology, and literary research — promoting evidence-based practices in traditional systems of medicine.
The portal is maintained by the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) with inputs from other AYUSH research councils.
Objectives
- To collect, collate, and disseminate scientific research in all AYUSH systems.
- To make research findings accessible to academicians, clinicians, policymakers, and the public.
- To encourage evidence-based validation of AYUSH practices.
- To avoid duplication of research by creating a unified database.
- To promote transparency and collaboration among AYUSH institutions, researchers, and practitioners.
Key Features
- Database of 30,000+ research abstracts from published AYUSH studies.
- Covers clinical, pharmacological, pre-clinical, and drug research categories.
- Research categorized under Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy.
- Advanced search tools for topic, disease, herb, author, or system of medicine.
- Institutional profiles of AYUSH research councils and universities.
- Regularly updated with new studies, publications, and government-funded projects.
- Integration with the Ayush Clinical Repository, TKDL, and other digital knowledge platforms.
Types of Research Available
| Research Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Clinical Research | Studies conducted on patients to test AYUSH formulations and therapies. |
| Pharmacological Research | Drug action, toxicity, and mechanism of AYUSH medicines. |
| Pre-Clinical Research | Experimental studies on animal models validating efficacy and safety. |
| Drug Standardization | Research on physical and chemical standards for AYUSH formulations. |
| Literary Research | Classical texts interpretation and documentation. |
| Review Articles | Comparative analyses of published AYUSH research. |
How It Helps the Public
- Enables transparency and easy access to verified AYUSH research.
- Helps doctors and students understand the scientific basis of traditional medicine.
- Builds public trust in Ayurveda and other Indian systems.
- Encourages global research collaborations and innovation.
Beneficiaries
- Researchers in AYUSH and allied fields.
- AYUSH Practitioners seeking scientific validation of traditional therapies.
- Students & Scholars studying AYUSH systems.
- Pharmaceutical companies developing herbal and traditional formulations.
- General Public interested in credible, research-based AYUSH information.
How to Use
- Visit https://ayushportal.nic.in/
- Use the search bar to find studies by:
- Disease name (e.g., Diabetes, Arthritis, Anxiety)
- Medicinal plant / drug name (e.g., Ashwagandha, Giloy)
- Author or institution
- AYUSH system (Ayurveda, Unani, etc.)
- Access detailed abstracts and bibliographic data for each study.
- Download research summaries or related documents where available.
Related Portals
- Ayush System Portal
- IMPCL (Indian Medicines Pharmaceutical Corporation Limited)
- e-Charak Portal – Medicinal Plant Trade
- Ayush Suraksha Portal
Documents Required (For Submission of Research)
Researchers wishing to upload new studies must provide:
- Institutional affiliation and contact details.
- Study abstract and keywords.
- Type of research and AYUSH system.
- Publication reference (journal name, year, volume, pages).
(Research uploads are generally approved through CCRAS or Ministry nodal officers.)
Contact
- Email: support@ayushportal.nic.in
- Phone: +91-11-28525847
- Address:
Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS)
61–65, Institutional Area, Opp. D-Block, Janakpuri,
New Delhi – 110058 - Feedback Form: https://ayushportal.nic.in/contactus.aspx
Public Grievance
- Email: grievance-ayush@gov.in
- Helpline: 1800-11-0180 (Ministry of AYUSH)