Master in Occupational Therapy [MOT]

The All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AIIPMR) in Mumbai, under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, offers MOT, a 2-year postgraduate programme in Occupational Therapy affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. With only 2 seats filled through AIIPMR’s competitive entrance test, it is among the most selective rehabilitation PG programmes in the country. The first-year fees are INR 9,900.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).

AIIPMR Mumbai MOT Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
First Year Tuition and Other Charges	INR 9,900
Hostel Rent (optional, per year)	INR 3,600 per year
Hostel Resident Club Fee (optional, per year)	INR 3,000 per year
Total Fees (2 years, excluding hostel)	INR 19,800

• Fees are as per the most recent AIIPMR admission bulletin and subject to annual revision.
• Total hostel cost works out to INR 6,600 per year if both hostel components are applicable.
• Fees are centrally regulated under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare guidelines.

AIIPMR Mumbai MOT Admission 2026

Event	Date
AIIPMR MOT Application Opens	August 2026 (Tentative)
AIIPMR MOT Application Closes	September 2026 (Tentative)
AIIPMR CET for MOT	October 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	January 2027 (Tentative)

• One MOT seat is filled through AIIPMR CET and one through Maharashtra PGO CET.
• Official notification is published on the AIIPMR website at aiipmr.gov.in each cycle.
• The 2026 admission notice had not been released as of July 2026.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must hold a BOT (Bachelor of Occupational Therapy) degree from a university recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India.
• Minimum 6 months of compulsory internship completed after BOT, as per MUHS, Nashik guidelines.
• Must qualify the AIIPMR CET or Maharashtra PGO CET as applicable for the respective seat category.
• Candidates must meet any additional requirements specified in the official AIIPMR 2026 admission notice.

Admission Process

• Monitor the official AIIPMR website at aiipmr.gov.in for the MOT 2026 admission notification release.
• Obtain and fill the application form offline or as specified in the official admission bulletin.
• Submit the completed form with self-attested copies of BOT degree and internship certificate.
• Appear in the AIIPMR Competitive Entrance Test (CET) on the notified date at the institute.
• Merit list is prepared on the basis of the CET score combined with academic performance in BOT.
• Attend document verification at AIIPMR Mumbai and complete fee payment to confirm the seat.

✓ Opt for this if

• BOT graduate targeting India’s premier government rehabilitation institute.
• Aiming for a career in specialized hospital-based occupational therapy practice.
• Willing to compete for a highly selective 2-seat PG programme.
• Prefer subsidised central government PG fees with Ministry of Health backing.
• Want clinical exposure in a specialized physical medicine rehabilitation setting.

✗ Skip if

• Not a BOT graduate with completed 6-month internship as required.
• Prefer more seat availability at a larger PG university programme.
• Seeking multiple MOT specialization tracks in one institution.
• Based outside Maharashtra and unwilling to relocate to Mumbai for 2 years.

AIIPMR Mumbai MOT Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
NSP Post-Graduate Merit Scholarship	As per NSP norms	PG students from economically weaker sections via scholarships.gov.in
Maharashtra Government SC/ST PG Scholarship	As per state norms	SC/ST students domiciled in Maharashtra enrolled in PG programmes
Ministry of Health Research Fellowship	As per scheme norms	Allied health PG students at central government institutions

• Apply for central scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
• Maharashtra state scholarships require Maharashtra domicile certificate and valid caste documentation.

AIIPMR Mumbai MOT FAQs

Ques. How many MOT seats are available at AIIPMR Mumbai and how are they allocated?

Ans. AIIPMR Mumbai offers only 2 MOT seats in total for each admission cycle. One seat is filled through the AIIPMR Competitive Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the institute. The second seat is filled through the Maharashtra Post-Graduate Occupational Therapy CET (PGO CET). Both seats are reserved for BOT graduates with a completed 6-month compulsory internship. This makes the MOT programme at AIIPMR one of the most selective rehabilitation PG courses in India.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for MOT admission at AIIPMR Mumbai?

Ans. Candidates must hold a BOT (Bachelor of Occupational Therapy) degree from a university recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India. They must have completed a minimum 6-month compulsory internship after BOT as per MUHS, Nashik guidelines. Qualifying the AIIPMR CET or Maharashtra PGO CET is mandatory depending on the seat category. Additional criteria may be specified in the official 2026 admission notification on aiipmr.gov.in.

Ques. What is the fee structure for MOT at AIIPMR Mumbai?

Ans. The first-year tuition and charges for MOT at AIIPMR Mumbai are INR 9,900. The estimated total fees for the 2-year programme are INR 19,800 excluding hostel. Optional hostel accommodation within the campus costs INR 3,600 per year as hostel rent plus an additional INR 3,000 per year as resident club fee. These fees are centrally regulated under Ministry of Health guidelines.

Ques. When will the AIIPMR MOT 2026 admission notification be released?

Ans. The AIIPMR MOT 2026 admission notification had not been released as of July 2026. Based on prior admission cycles, the notification is typically published between August and September, with the AIIPMR CET held in October. Candidates are strongly advised to monitor the official AIIPMR website at aiipmr.gov.in regularly for the official notification, application form, and exam schedule.

Ques. What is the clinical training like during MOT at AIIPMR?

Ans. AIIPMR Mumbai is India’s dedicated national-level physical medicine and rehabilitation institute under the Ministry of Health. MOT students receive clinical training directly within AIIPMR’s specialized rehabilitation hospital, gaining exposure to complex cases in neurological, musculoskeletal, developmental, and geriatric rehabilitation. This real-world training environment at a premier tertiary rehabilitation centre is a core strength of the programme.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after MOT from AIIPMR Mumbai?

Ans. MOT graduates from AIIPMR Mumbai are well-positioned for senior occupational therapist roles in government hospitals, rehabilitation centres, community-based rehabilitation programmes, and teaching institutions. The Ministry of Health affiliation of AIIPMR adds significant credibility when applying for central government health roles. Graduates also pursue research in developmental disabilities, neurorehabilitation, and geriatric care through ICMR and other funded programmes.