BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) trains you to help people recover movement and function after injury, surgery, stroke, or long-term conditions, using exercise, movement therapy and other physical methods.
Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Many universities also ask for English.
There is no single national exam written into the NEET UG 2026 bulletin for BPT. Routes differ by university and state.
Overview
BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) trains you to help people recover movement and function after injury, surgery, stroke, or long-term conditions, using exercise, movement therapy and other physical methods. It is an allied health course. Under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021, the regulator for physiotherapy is the NCAHP and its physiotherapy council. Unlike MBBS and the Ayush degrees, BPT is not listed in the NTA NEET UG 2026 bulletin. Admission rules differ by university and state, and some may start to use NEET scores. Always read the notice of your university or state.
At a glance
Eligibility
Typical pattern. The official notice for the current year is final.
- Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Many universities also ask for English.
- Minimum marks in the qualifying subjects and any lower figure for reserved categories are set by the university or state. Many university notices use 50% for General and less for reserved categories, but this is not the same everywhere.
- Age: most universities ask for 17 years by 31 December of the year of admission or by a date they publish.
- Entrance exam: the NTA NEET UG 2026 bulletin covers MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BSMS and BHMS, and does not list BPT. Some universities and states have said they will use NEET for allied courses from 2026-27. We could not confirm this from an NCAHP notice, so read the notice of your university and state.
- Some states hold their own counselling for BPT on Class 12 marks or on an entrance exam. Rules for NRI and foreign candidates are set by the institution.
- Check that the college is recognised by its university and meets NCAHP requirements before you take a seat.
Entrance and counselling
- There is no single national exam written into the NEET UG 2026 bulletin for BPT. Routes differ by university and state.
- Some state governments hold central counselling for BPT seats in government and private colleges, based on Class 12 marks or an entrance test.
- Many universities and deemed universities run their own application, merit list or entrance test.
- Some institutions have said that from 2026-27 they will admit through NEET scores under NCAHP guidance. This is not in the NTA NEET UG bulletin, so confirm with the NCAHP and the institution.
- Government, private and deemed colleges differ in fees and seats. The fee and process are set by the state or university.
- NCAHP has notified competency based curricula for allied professions including physiotherapy, with implementation from the 2026-27 academic year. Colleges will follow it.
- After the degree, you register with the state or national register for physiotherapists as notified under the NCAHP Act.
Admission process
The usual journey, step by step. Dates and rules for the current year are on the official notice.
- 1Check eligibilityConfirm subjects, marks and age in the university or state notice
- 2Find the exam ruleCheck whether your university or state asks for NEET, its own test, or Class 12 marks
- 3ApplyFill the application on the university or state portal and pay the fee shown there
- 4Appear for the examTake the test if the notice has one
- 5Counselling or merit listRegister on the portal of the counselling authority, where applicable
- 6Fill and lock choicesList the colleges you want in order of preference
- 7Seat allotment and reportingAccept the seat and report with original documents before the last date
Documents
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates
- NEET scorecard and admit card
- Photo ID (Aadhaar / passport)
- Passport-size photographs
- Domicile / residence certificate (for state quota)
- Category, EWS or PwD certificate, if applicable
- Migration / transfer / school-leaving certificate
- Medical fitness certificate, when asked
- Counselling registration, choice-filling and allotment letters
- Fee payment receipts
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What you study
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Biochemistry and basic pathology
- Biomechanics and kinesiology (how the body moves)
- Exercise therapy and electrotherapy (using current, heat, ultrasound and other equipment)
- Pharmacology and basics of medicine and surgery
- Orthopaedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary and paediatric physiotherapy
- Sports physiotherapy and rehabilitation
- Community health and research methods
- Clinical postings in hospital and rehabilitation units
Year by year
- Anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and basic physiotherapy principles
- Exercise therapy basics
- Pathology, pharmacology, biomechanics and electrotherapy
- Introduction to patient assessment
- Physiotherapy in medicine and surgery conditions: bone and joint, nerve, heart and lung
- Clinical postings begin
- Advanced physiotherapy in specialities such as sports, paediatrics, and community care
- Research project
- Compulsory supervised clinical internship in hospitals
- Length is set by the regulation and the university, so confirm it
Skills you build
Careers and next steps
- Physiotherapist in hospitals and rehabilitation centres
- Own physiotherapy clinic after registration
- Sports clubs, academies and fitness centres
- Postgraduate study (MPT) in a specialty such as orthopaedics, neurology or sports
- Teaching and research after postgraduate study
- Home care and elderly care services
- Roles with rehabilitation equipment and healthcare companies
- Public health and disability rehabilitation programmes
Is it for you?
A good fit if
- You want to work with patients without being a surgeon or physician
- You enjoy anatomy and how the body moves
- You are patient, and can be on your feet for long hours
- You like seeing slow progress in a patient over weeks and months
Think twice if
- You want the title of doctor of medicine. A physiotherapist is an allied health professional, and the rules on titles and direct practice are set by law and by NCAHP
- Rules on entrance exams and course length have been changing, so check the notice for your year
- Fees in private colleges vary, so understand the total cost of the course
- The college must be recognised by its university. Check before paying
- Jobs and earnings vary by city and setting, so research local demand first
Common mistakes to avoid
- Locking choices without checking fees, bond and quota conditions
- Missing a reporting or registration deadline
- Ignoring state domicile and category rules
- Not keeping attested copies and a spare document set ready
- Trusting rumours or social media instead of the official notice
- Paying anyone for a "guaranteed seat"
Colleges to explore
Listings show name and location. Fees and cut-offs are shown only when verified from official sources.
AIIMS New Delhi
New Delhi, Delhi
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Bhopal
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Jodhpur
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Patna
Patna, Bihar
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Raipur
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
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Official sources to check
- National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (Ministry of Health)mohfw.gov.in
- PIB: New competency-based curricula for allied and healthcare professionswww.pib.gov.in
- Ministry of Health: model curricula for allied streamsmain.mohfw.gov.in
- NTA NEET (UG) 2026 Information Bulletinneet.nta.nic.in
Frequently asked questions
Is NEET UG required for BPT?
It is not listed in the NTA NEET UG 2026 bulletin, which covers MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BSMS and BHMS. Some universities and states may use NEET for BPT from 2026-27. Check the notice of your university or state.
Who regulates physiotherapy education?
The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP), set up under the NCAHP Act, 2021, with a professional council for physiotherapy.
How long is BPT?
Roughly four to five years including a compulsory internship. The exact length depends on the regulation and university, so confirm it in the prospectus.
Can I do BPT without Biology?
Most universities ask for Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Class 12. Read the specific notice of the institution.
What are the options after BPT?
You can work as a physiotherapist, or study MPT for a specialisation, or move to teaching and research.
Is BPT the same as MBBS?
No. BPT trains you in physical rehabilitation. MBBS trains you in general medicine and surgery and is regulated by NMC.
Are there new rules from 2026-27?
NCAHP has notified new competency based curricula for allied professions, including physiotherapy, to be used from the 2026-27 academic year. Colleges will give details.
Does Padhaidekho guarantee admission?
No. Admission depends on the official counselling authority, your eligibility and merit. We guide you, verify information against official notices and keep you on track.
How Padhaidekho helps
We review your eligibility against the current official notice, build a ranked options list, keep your documents and deadlines on track and stay with you through every round. Fees and service scope are shared in writing before you enrol.
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Content checked against the official sources above in 2026-10. Rules, dates and eligibility change every cycle: always confirm on the official notice. This page is general guidance, not legal advice or an admission guarantee.