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BPT- Bachelor of Physiotherapy is a programme of 4 year and
6 months of internship in rehabilitative medicine. This course focuses on
applying forces like Heat, Pressure, and Electricity etc. it helps body in
healing. This course is for those students who want to make career as
Physiotherapist. BPT equip students with the skills of diagnose and treat
patients with therapies, exercises, and lifestyle advices.
Stream |
Medicine |
Level |
Undergraduate |
BPT Full Form |
BPT Course |
BPT Course Duration |
4.5 years |
BPT Admission Process |
Entrance Exam or Direct Admission |
BPT Eligibility |
50% in 10+2 with science as mainstream |
BPT Course Fees |
INR 1 Lakh - INR 5 Lakh |
Top Areas of recruitment |
Health Institutions, Sports teams, Hospitals, Educational
Institutions |
BPT Job roles |
Sports Physio Rehabilitator, Physiotherapist, Osteopath, Consultant |
BPT salary |
INR 2 LPA - INR 8 LPA |
1. Students who have completed his 10+2 with 50% marks and
have science as main subject.
2. The student should Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as
their main subject in 10+2.
3. The student must clear the IPUCET entrance exam.
4. Some universities conduct their own entrance exam for the
admission in BPT.
To get admission in best colleges of BPT the candidate has
to go through entrance exam. These entrance exams assess the knowledge,
Aptitude and skills required for BPT.
Popular BPT course entrance exam are in table below:
Entrance exams |
Exam Dates |
IPU CUET |
Already Conducted (15 May '24 - 31 May '24) |
NEET |
Already Conducted (5 May '24) |
IEMJEE |
To be Announced |
BCECE |
1st week of July 2024 |
LPUNEST |
January 20 – February 5, 2024 |
Every college have different admission process. The
admission can be on the basis of entrance exam or merit based. Some college
accept state or national level entrance exam and some college conduct their own
entrance exam. Medical Trust Institute of Medical Science require above 50%
marks in each subject. The SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre
require average 60% marks in class 12.
The best colleges for BPT Programme are given table below:
College Name |
BPT Course Fees (INR) |
Pt Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute Of Medical Sciences -
[Pgims], Rohtak |
12,395 |
Amar Jyoti Institute Of Physiotherapy, New Delhi |
81,900 |
Dayananda Sagar University - [Dsu], Bangalore |
39,600 |
Krupanidhi Group Of Institutions, Bangalore |
1,30,000 |
Marwadi University - [Mu], Rajkot |
75,000 |
Gokul Global University - [Ggu], Sidhpur |
65,000 |
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University - [Csjmu], Kanpur |
54,533 |
Sharda University - [Su], Greater Noida |
157,590 |
Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai |
125,000 |
Nims University, Jaipur |
120,000 |
The syllabus is divided into 8 semesters over a 4 year. The detailed
syllabus is mentioned in below given table:
Theory Courses:
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
Human Anatomy-I |
Human Anatomy-II |
Human Physiology -I |
Human Physiology -II |
Biochemistry |
Basic Principles Of Biomechanics |
Sociology & Psychology |
Open Elective |
Basic Computer Information And Soft Skill |
- |
Semester 3 |
Semester 4 |
Pathology & Microbiology |
Exercise Therapy |
Pharmacology |
Electrotherapy |
Biomechanics & Kinesiology |
Medical Physiotherapy Law And Ethics |
Foundation Of Exercise Therapy & Soft Tissue Manipulation |
Open Elective |
Semester 5 |
Semester 6 |
General Medicine Including Pediatrics & Psychiatry |
Physiotherapy In Orthopedics And Sports |
General Surgery Including Burns And Plastic Surgery& Obstetrics
And Gynecology |
Physiotherapy In General Medicine And General Surgery |
Clinical Orthopedics & Traumatology |
Clinical Neurology And Psychiatry |
Community Medicine |
Introduction To Recent Trends In Physiotherapy |
Interpretation Of Diagnostic Imaging Technology |
- |
Semester 7 |
Semester 8 |
Physiotherapy In Neurology & Psychosomatic Disorder |
Physiotherapy In Cardiovascular, Pulmonary & Intensive Care |
Biostatistics & Research Methodology |
Community Physiotherapy |
Health Promotion And Fitness |
Clinical Reasoning & Evidence Based Physiotherapy |
Clinical Cardiovascular & Pulmonary |
Administration And Teaching Skills |
Principles Of Management, Critique Inquiry, Case Presentation And
Discussion |
- |
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
Human Anatomy- I Lab |
Human Anatomy-II Lab |
Human Physiology –I Lab |
Human Physiology –II Lab |
- |
Basic Principles Of Biomechanics Lab |
Semester 3 |
Semester 4 |
Biomechanics & Kinesiology Lab |
Exercise Therapy |
Foundation Of Exercise Therapy & Soft Tissue Manipulation Lab |
Electrotherapy |
Clinical Observation |
Clinical Observation |
Semester 5 |
Semester 6 |
Clinical Orthopedics & Traumatology |
Physiotherapy In Orthopedics And Sports |
Community Medicine |
Physiotherapy In General Medicine And General Surgery |
Interpretation Of Diagnostic Imaging Technology |
Clinical Neurology And Psychiatry |
Clinical Education |
Clinical Education |
General Medicine Including Pediatrics & Psychiatry |
- |
General Surgery Including Burns And Plastic Surgery & Obstetrics
And Gynecology |
- |
Semester 7 |
Semester 8 |
Physiotherapy In Neurology & Psychosomatic Disorder |
Physiotherapy In Cardiovascular, Pulmonary & Intensive Care |
Health Promotion And Fitness |
Community Physiotherapy |
Clinical Cardiovascular & Pulmonary |
Clinical Reasoning & Evidence Based Physiotherapy |
Clinical Education |
Administration And Teaching Skills |
- |
Research Project |
- |
Clinical Education |
Career and Scope: After successful completion of BPT course
a lot of opportunities available. Physiotherapists are in high demand and
professionals can earn a lot of money. They can select their job profile after
the completion of BPT course.
Job Profile |
Average Salary |
Sports Physio Rehabilitator |
INR 5,00,000 |
Self Employed Private Physiotherapist |
INR 4,00,000 |
Lecturer |
INR 5,50,000 |
Researcher |
INR 5,00,000 |
Defense Medical Establishments |
INR 8,00,000 |
Physiotherapist |
INR 5,00,000 |
Osteopath |
INR 2,50,000 |
Ques. What is physiotherapy?
Ans. It is examination, diagnoses, and treatment. It helps
patients to regain physical mobility, function and strength.
Ques. How much time required to complete the BPT course?
Ans. It is 4 year undergraduate programme and 6 months
internship.
Ques. Is BPT is equal to MBBS?
Ans. Both are
different courses and they have different expertise.
Ques. What is the salary of Physiotherapists?
Ans. The salary of physiotherapists depend on the factors
such as experience, location, and skills.
Ques. Can BPT perform surgery?
Ans. No BPT Professionals are not trained or authorized to
perform surgeries.
Ques. Can we do BPT after 10+2 arts?
Ans. No, BPT course require science background and subjects
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology according to syllabus of BPT.
Ques. What is the level wise salary of Physiotherapists?
Ans. The salary of Physiotherapists according to their level
of experience are as following:
Entry-Level (0-2 years of experience): INR 1.5 - INR 3
LPA
Mid-Level (2-5 years of experience): INR 3 - 6 LPA
Experienced (5-10 years of experience): INR 6 - 12 LPA
Senior-Level (10+ years of experience): INR 12 LPA and
above
Ques. Can I open my a clinic after BPT course?
Ans. Yes, after completing BPT course candidates can open
clinic after getting license for clinic and other formalities.