Physiotherapy (BPT and MPT) admission works differently in different universities and states. Some institutions admit students through their own entrance tests, while others admit on merit and counselling. This page helps you understand how to find the right process for your target college and how to prepare.
How to find the exam for your target college
- Make a list of 5 to 8 colleges or universities you are interested in.
- Open the admission page of each one on its official website and note the exact entrance exam or merit rule.
- Check the last date of application and the documents required.
- Confirm that the course is recognised before you apply.
National Level Physiotherapy Entrance Exams
| Exam Name | Conducting Body | Courses Covered | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET‑UG (National Eligibility‑cum‑Entrance Test) | National Testing Agency (NTA) | BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) and other UG health science courses | National UG Entrance |
| CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) | National Testing Agency (NTA) | BPT / Physiotherapy (used by some universities for UG admissions) | National UG Entrance |
State Level Physiotherapy Entrance Exams
| Exam Name | Conducting Body | Courses Covered | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEAM (Kerala) | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala | BPT | State (KL) |
| MHT-CET (Maharashtra) | State CET Cell, Maharashtra | BPT | State (MH) |
| WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam) | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board | BPT | State (WB) |
| AP EAMCET (Andhra Pradesh) | Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education | BPT | State (AP) |
| TS EAMCET (Telangana) | Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad | BPT | State (TS) |
| KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) | Karnataka Examinations Authority | BPT | State (KA) |
| RJ BPT Entrance / RUHS | Rajasthan University of Health Sciences | BPT | State (RJ) |
| UP BPT Entrance Exam | Uttar Pradesh State Government / Universities | BPT | State (UP) |
| CG BPT Entrance Exam | Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board | BPT | State (CG) |
| UKSEE (Uttarakhand) | Uttarakhand Technical University | BPT | State (UK) |
University Physiotherapy Entrance Exams
| Exam / Admission Test | Conducting Body / Institute | Courses Covered | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manipal Entrance Test (MET – Physiotherapy) | Manipal Academy of Higher Education | BPT / MPT | University / Deemed |
| Amrita University Physiotherapy Entrance | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | BPT / MPT | University |
| SRM Institute of Science & Technology | SRM University | BPT / MPT | University |
| Chandigarh University Physiotherapy Admission | Chandigarh University | BPT / MPT | University |
| Lovely Professional University (LPU) Physiotherapy Admission | LPU | BPT / MPT | University |
| Jamia Hamdard University | Jamia Hamdard University | BPT / MPT | University |
| KLE University | KLE Academy of Higher Education | BPT / MPT | University |
| Dayananda Sagar University | Dayananda Sagar University | BPT / MPT | University |
| Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | AMU | BPT / MPT | Central University |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | BHU | BPT / MPT | Central University |
| Institute of Human Behaviour & Allied Sciences (IHBAS) | Delhi | MPT / Specialized Physiotherapy Courses | Institute Level |
Preparation tips
- Revise class 11 and 12 Biology, Physics and Chemistry, since most health science tests are based on them.
- Practise previous year papers of the exam your target college uses.
- Keep a weekly revision slot and a mock test every two weeks.
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Physiotherapy colleges by city
Madurai, Kochi, Mysuru, Visakhapatnam and Bhopal.
Check recognition before you pay fees
Confirm the university’s recognition on the UGC website and ask the college in writing about the course approval. Our guide How to avoid fake colleges (in Hindi) explains the steps.
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Further reading (Official resources)
Conclusion
Find the admission rule of each college from its official website, prepare with previous papers and verify the course recognition before paying any fees.
FAQs
Is there one national entrance exam for physiotherapy?
Admission rules differ between universities and states. Check the admission notice of each college you want to apply to.
Which subjects should I study for physiotherapy entrance tests?
Most health science tests are based on class 11 and 12 Biology, Physics and Chemistry. Read the syllabus given by the college.
How do I check if a physiotherapy college is recognised?
Check the university on the UGC website and ask the college to confirm the course approval in writing.
Where can I see physiotherapy colleges?
See the city-wise lists linked on this page.