BPT

Admission to BPT at Datta Meghe College of Physiotherapy, Nagpur, requires 10+2 with PCB and a minimum of 40% marks (50% for NRIs). NEET-UG is mandatory for Maharashtra residents. Admission is through the Maharashtra CET Cell counseling. The total course fee is around INR 3.8 Lacs ( INR 95,000 per year). Applications must be submitted online via the CET Cell portal. Visit the official website for updates.

Seth G.S. Medical College in Mumbai provides a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (B.P.Th) course with an intake of 40 students per year. The admissions to this course are made based on NEET UG merit. Although no specific cutoff marks for the 2024 session have been announced, past trends suggest that applicants from reserved categories with NEET scores of over 370 and open category applicants with scores of around 450 are more likely to get admission. For the most reliable and current information, it is best to check the official college website or call the admissions office directly.

Parul University at Vadodara has a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) of 4 years and 6 months duration with an overall tuition fee of about INR 5.12 lakh. Eligibility for this requires having 12th class with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) from any recognized board.

Most important subjects in the first year of BPT are:

• Human Anatomy

• Human Physiology

• Biochemistry

• Biomechanics

• Psychology & Sociology

• Basic Nursing & First Aid

A BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) focuses on restoring physical movement and strength after injuries or surgeries. It deals with exercises, manual therapy, and rehabilitation techniques.

A BOT (Bachelor of Occupational Therapy) focuses on helping individuals regain daily life functions through adaptive techniques and assistive devices. It is more concerned with improving the ability to perform everyday tasks rather than just physical rehabilitation.

A Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is a 4-year undergraduate course followed by a mandatory six-month internship. The total duration is 4.5 years.

During this period, students learn subjects like Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, and Rehabilitation. The internship provides hands-on clinical experience in hospitals and rehabilitation centers. After completion, graduates can work as Physiotherapists or pursue higher studies in specialised fields.

Okay so you are confused about BPT and DPT and want to know which one would align with your interests and passions the best. Let me help you out. BPT is a 4 year UG degree followed by an internship for 6 months. You will get clinical training and theory knowledge both that will prepare for you job roles in hospitals and rehabilitation centers.

DPT on the other hand is a shorter course of around 2 years that gives you basic Physiotherapy knowledge by which you can enter into assistant level job roles.