BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy)
This is an extensive practical-based paramedical course that includes theoretical and practical aspects related to the application of physical activities and movement to prevent disability and various diseases related to the skeletal system and movement using both natural methods and modern technology. It is an interdisciplinary subject involving biology, medicine, health, psychology and reflexology. Topics included in the course are physiotherapy practice, biomechanics and kinesiology, exercise physiology, electrotherapy, electro diagnosis and manual therapy with electives including rehabilitation, health promotion and fitness, occupational health and ergonomics, neurology, manual therapy, women's health. Candidates are provided theoretical and practical exposure to various methods and techniques to improve mobility and prevent disability. Skills like analytical-thinking, strategy, patience and understanding, research and critical-thinking are enhanced through clinical trainings, innovative teaching techniques, guest lectures, case studies and discussions, laboratory work, field visits, projects, journal clubs, collaborative studies, hands-on training, seminars, internships and presentations included in this course.
BPT course details
| Duration | 4 Years + 6 Months Internship |
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| Level | Bachelor Programme |
| Mode of Admission | Merit/Management |
| Entrance Exam | Karnataka CET |
| Eligibility | Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as mandatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB. |
| Fee Detail | Merit Quota Seats :- Rs.50,000 to Rs.1,00,000 |
| Management Quota Seats :- Rs.1,00,000 to Rs.2,50,000 | |
| Admission Process |
Merit- Students looking for Merit seats can go with KEA counselling for Admission. Management- Students looking for Managment seats can go for Direct Admission. |
List of Top BPT Colleges in Bangalore
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MS Ramaiah Medical College - Bangalore
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: M.S.R. Nagar, MSRIT Post Bangalore - 560054, Karnataka
Distance:
The college is located in Mathikere and is well connected to bus stations, railway stations, and the airport.
- Distance from Bangalore Airport to M S Ramaiah Medical College: 31.2 km
- Distance from Bangalore City Railway Station to M S Ramaiah Medical College: 8.8 km
- Distance from Majestic Bus Stand to M S Ramaiah Medical College: 8.8 km
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Kempegowda Institute Of Physiotherapy
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: KEMPEGOWDA INSTITUTE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY K.R. Road, V.V.Puram, Bangalore – 560 004
Distance:
The College is well connected to Air, Railways and Bus
Distance from Airport is 38.7 km
Distance from Bangalore central Railways(Majestic) is 5.1 km -
Rajarajeswari Medical College - Bangalore
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: 202, Mysore Road Kambipura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560074
Distance:
The college is located in Mysore Road and is well connected to bus stations, railway stations, and the airport.
- Distance from Bangalore Airport to RajaRajeswari Medical College: 52.2 km
- Distance from Majestic Bus Stand to RajaRajeswari Medical College: 18 km
- Distance from Bangalore City Railway Station to RajaRajeswari Medical College: 15.8 km
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Akash Medical College - Bangalore
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as one of the subjects with aggregate of 45% marks
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: Prasannahalli Road, Devanahalli Near Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru - 562110
Distance:
- The college is well connected to Bus stations, Railway stations and Airport.
- Distance from Bangalore Airport to College: 13.7 kms
- Distance from City Bus stand to College: 37.4 kms
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East Point College of Medical Sciences and Research Center - Bangalore
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: Jnana Prabha, East Point Campus, Virgo Nagar Post, Avalahalli, Bengaluru-560049, Karnataka
Distance:
- East Point College of Engineering & Technology is in Bangalore, which is one of the most comfortable cities to dwell in. It is well connected by road, rail and air.
- Distance from Majestic(Central Railway Station(SBC))- 24.4 Km
- Distance From Kempegowda International Airport- 26.5 km
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East West College of Physiotherapy
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: No.63, Near BEL Layout, Off Magadi Road, Vishwaneedham Post, Anjananagar, Bengaluru-560091.
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Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Dayananda Sagar University, Private University
Eligibility: Pass in 10+2, A Level, IB, American 12th grade or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, English and Biology with a minimum of 40% marks taken together in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: Shavige Malleshwara Hills, Kumaraswamy Layout, Bangalore 560 078, Karnataka, India.
Distance:
The College is located in the residentioal area of Bangalore, well connected to Railways, Airways and Bus Connectivity.
Distance from Central Railways is Aprox. of 10 km.
Distance from Kempegowda International Airport is Approx. of 45 Km. -
Acharya Institute of Physiotherapy
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: Acharya Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Road Acharya PO, Soladevanahalli Bangalore-560 107, India
Distance:
The College is well connected to Bus stations, airport and railway station
Distance from airport is 35.6 km
Distance from Central bangalore Railway Station(SBC) is 21.8 km
Distance from Yeswanthpur Railway Station is 14.5 km -
Sapthagiri Institute of Physiotherapy
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 Years,Full Time,Graduation Programme
Campus Location: 15, Hesarghatta Main Rd, Navy Layout, Chikkasandra, Chikkabanavara, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560090
Distance:
- The college is well connected to Bus,Airport and Railway.
- The College is located just 16.1 km from Bangalore city.
- Distance from Airport is 26.6 km.
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Aditya Group of Institutions
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: Kogilu Rd, Prakruthi Nagar, Kogilu, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560064
Distance:
The college is well connected to Air, Bus and Railways
The distance from Kempegowda international Airport is 21.4 km
The distance from Bangalore Central Railway Station(SBC/Majestic) is 17.5 km -
Harsha Institute of Physiotherapy
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: No. 193/4,Sondekoppa Circle,Nelamangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 562123
Distance:
The college is well connected to Air, Bus and Railways
The distance from Kempegowda international Airport is 42.9 km
The distance from Bangalore Central Railway Station(SBC/Majestic) is 26.2 km -
Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research- Kolar
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Course name: BPT
Affiliations:
Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education, Deemed to be University
Eligibility: Pass in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as madatory subjects and 45% aggregate in PCB.
Duration: 4 years + 6 months Internship, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: Tamaka, Kolar, Karnataka 563101
Distance:
The College is Connected to Air, Railway and Bus
The Distance from Kempegowda Internation Airport is 75.1 km
The Distance from Bangalore Central Railwaystation(SBC/Majestic) is 74.3 km
List of BPT colleges
Syllabus of BPT
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Career Scope of BPT
Career opportunities are available in healthcare centres, fitness centres, private clinics, administration units, special schools, community centres, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres, hospitals, and colleges/universities. Potential career roles:
- Teacher/Lecturer
- Research Associate
- Physiotherapist
- Rehabilitator
- Medical Coding Analyst
- Sports Therapist
- Acupuncturist
- Chiropractor
- Exercise Physiologist
- Therapy Manager
Placements for BPT
Popular Recruiters:
- Schools/Colleges
- Research Institutions
- Narayana Hrudayalaya
- Help Age India
- Apollo Hospital
- Fortis Hospital
- Hosmat Hospital
- Talwalkers Pantaloon Fitness Private Limited
- Hospimedica International
question_answer FAQ's for BPT Admissions
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Which are the best BPT colleges in Bangalore?
The list of the best BPT colleges is given above. The students can choose admission in these colleges depending on their level of marks and fee structure of colleges. -
How can I get direct admission to BPT course?
Most of the colleges offer management quota admissions and the student can contact the college authorities directly to get admission, according to their budget. -
What is the course fee of BPT in Bangalore?
The course fee of BPT varies with respect to colleges depending on their grade and reputation. The fee level ranges from 60000/year to 1.5lakh/year in different colleges. -
What is the duration of the BPT course?
Bachelor of physiotherapy (BPT) course includes four years of course duration plus six months of internship. -
What are the job prospects after completing physiotherapy?
Promising job opportunities in India and abroad are available to successful candidates in physiotherapy. There is increasing demand for physiotherapists at various public and private institutions such as hospitals, sports clubs, educational institutions, health clinics, tourism centres etc. Candidates having good entrepreneurial abilities can start their own physiotherapy hospitals/clinics.
Rhea • 2 months ago
Can I do MD after BPT
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Tripti • 1 week ago
No you cannot do MD after BPT you can do MPT only
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Ann • 2 months ago
Is there BPT in St. John's College?
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Istuti singh • 1 month ago
Last date admission bpt?
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Tripti • 1 week ago
yes BPT is available in St John's College
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K Ravi Kiran • 3 months ago
How is Vydehi Medical college rated for pursuing physiotherapy
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Simren Kaur • 3 months ago
Is BPT a doctor course
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Aswathi • 3 months ago
No. BPT, Bachelor of Physiotherapy, is an undergraduate course and it do not use the title 'Dr'.
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Gautam • 1 month ago
Yes, you can use the title 'Dr.' after completing bpt
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