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Parul Thapa

Contributor-Level 10

The Occupational Therapy course focuses on addressing physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges in the context of daily activities, Physiotherapy primarily focuses on physical rehabilitation. Both professions are valuable in the healthcare system, and a collaborative approach can lead to better outcomes for individuals seeking rehabilitation.

Candidates can take a look at the table below to see the comparison of the two courses.

Particulars

Occupational Therapy

Physiotherapy

Course Level

UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate

UG, PG, PhD & Diploma

Course Duration

2-3 years

2 years - 3 years

Course Fees

INR 30,300 - INR 8 Lakh

INR 2,000 - INR 6 Lakh

Entrance Exams

CUET, IPU CET, NEET

IEMJEE, IPU CET, LPUNEST, BCECE

Popular Exams

Jamia Hamdard, Annamalai University, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, MUHS

Muslim University, Annamalai University, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University

Job Profiles

Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant, Rehabilitation Therapist, Clinical Assistant, Paediatrics, etc.

Physiotherapist, Research Assistant, Lecturer, Home care physiotherapist, Sports physio rehabilitator, Therapy Manager, etc.

Average Annual Salary

INR 2.5 LPA - INR 5.6 LPA

INR 2 Lacs - INR 8 lakh

Top Recruiters

Max Healthcare Group, Apollo Hospital Group, Tickles India, Fortis Healthcare Group, etc.

Apollo Hospitals, Help Age India, Hosmat Hospital, Fortis Hospital, etc.

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Aneena Abraham

Contributor-Level 10

Neurology, Orthopaedics, Cardiology, Pulmonary Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Rehabilitation are the most popular specialisations offered by physiotherapy colleges in India. The below table shows specialisation offered by number of colleges:

Top Specialisation

No. of Colleges

Neurology

103 (JMI, SIMTS, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, etc.)

Orthopaedics

88 (CMC Vellore, JMI, SIMTS, etc.)

Cardiology

74 (Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, etc.)

Pulmonary Medicine

34 (St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences, Osmania Medical College, GJUST, etc.)

Paediatrics

30 (Amity University Noida, St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences, Kasturba Medical College Mangalore, etc.)

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KUMKUM BASWAL

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Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai BPT Rs. 5 Lacs per annum Hostel accommodation is compulsory but the exact annual charge has not been mentioned and extra fees might be taken as meals and other facilities. NEET: Not needed, BPT admissions through class 12 marks (however, a university may have its own entrance exam or selection criteria) The hands-on training, clinical postings (attachments), field visits and a six months internship. Please contact the university for more information.

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Parul Thapa

Contributor-Level 10

Yes, candidates can pursue Chiropractic courses after the Physiotherapy course. 

Both courses share the same eligibility criteria. To pursue a Chiropractic course in India, candidates must have completed their Class 12 board examination with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology). In the undergraduate course, they have to study the same Science subjects along with English, and Social Science.

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Tavneet Kaur

Contributor-Level 8

Yes, there are seats available for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) programme at Yenepoya Physiotherapy College in Mangalore, India.

 

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Ashish Rana

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With a marks of 864 in your intermediate exams and as a category wise you belonging to the BCE caste. You may have a good chance of free government seat for a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) programme in Hyderabad, if you apply under the government quota high chance to get a free government seat. Such as colleges like Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, KIMS, and Apollo College of Physiotherapy they have different cutoffs. It is a important part to participate in the counselling process, where intermediate marks, category, and other factors also vary.

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Maitry Sharma

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ESIC Medical College & PGIMSR KK Nagar, Chennai, is known for overall good cadaver availability and well-equipped lab facilities (when compared to other non private institutes of the area), which are essential for practical medical training for the students. The hospital associated with the college also has a consistent patient flow, providing students with ample clinical and OPD exposure. However, it’s recommended to visit the campus or contact current students for the most detailed and up-to-date information. 

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Gagan B

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Its good that you scored 864 marks in intermediate. But if you want to get seat for BPT in Hyderabad you must appear for TS EAMCET. You will not get free seat anyhwhere disregard to any category.

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Jyoti manjhi

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Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DMIMS) is the best for physiotherapy in Nagpur. Also, VSPM College of Physiotherapy that you may prefer. Both colleges are best known for good placements.

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GUNGUN MISHRA

Contributor-Level 8

For BPT course of the college , the student must appear in the NEET UG exam which was held earlier this year. Only the score card and rank allotted in the NEET UG exam is valid for the BPT course. Yes , IPE marks score card is essential for the admission in the college.

The student must fulfill the minimum aggregate of marks in 10+2 Level.

The counselling is expected to soon start in the month of september or october. It is advised to check the official website of the college daily for updates.

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