Physiotherapy

Sports Physiotherapy focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries in athletes. It includes rehabilitation, performance enhancement, and injury prevention strategies. Therapists work with sports teams, fitness centers, and rehabilitation clinics.

Neurological Physiotherapy deals with disorders affecting the nervous system, such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injuries. It involves retraining motor functions, improving balance, and restoring movement in patients with neurological impairments.

Yes, BPT graduates can work in hospitals immediately after completing their degree and internship. They can join departments like orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, and pediatrics.

However, further specialisation through an MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) in fields like Sports, Neurology, or Cardiovascular Physiotherapy enhances career prospects. Specialization allows them to handle complex cases and secure higher-paying roles in hospitals and private clinics.

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.

Yes,

There are many state wise or university level exams for Physiotherapy courses that candidates need to sit for if they wish to apply :

• BIEAP
• AIPMCET
• IPU CET
• NSAT
• GUJCET
• CENTAC
• LPU NEST

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.

Yes, admissions to BPT in SPM College are merit-based. The candidates who fulfill the eligibility can apply directly without an entrance exam. But it is subject to academic performance and availability of seats.

Yes, KJ Somaiya College of Physiotherapy BPT graduates can apply for government jobs in various sectors of healthcare. The degree holders or Physiotherapists can find opportunities in government hospitals, primary health care units, rehabilitation centres, sports academies, and medical colleges. 

Moreover, the central and state government organisations, such as AIIMS, ESIC, Indian Railways, Armed Forces Medical Services, and Health Departments regularly recruit candidates in the roles of patient rehabilitation, physiotherapy consultation, and orthopaedic care. Read more about career after BPT programme.

The college may follow the reservation policy of the state or central government. Total seat intake for the UG programme is 100. Candidates are admitted as per the seat count. As per the official website, there are 85% of General quota seats for open merit and reserve category. Additionally, there are 15% Institutional quota seats. It must be noted that the mentioned seat count is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative. 

KJ Somaiya College of Physiotherapy has a seat intake of 100 for the BPT programme. The seat allotment is done on the basis of applicants NEET scores. It is within the rights of the college to revise the seat count. The mentioned seat details are as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is however still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.