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About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
Dhole Patil College of Physiotherapy (DPCOP), Pune offers a 4.5-year full-time Bachelor of Physiotherapy program affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik and approved by the Government of Maharashtra. Admission is solely through NEET UG scores via the state centralized CAP process. The FRA-approved annual fee for 2025-26 is INR 94,000 and the program has an intake of 50 seats.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling expected to begin August 2026 (Tentative).
DPCOP BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 85,068 |
| Development Fee (per year) | INR 8,932 |
| Annual Fee Total | INR 94,000 |
| Total Fees (4 academic years) | INR 3,76,000 |
- Fee structure is FRA-approved for the 2025-26 academic session.
- The 4.5-year program includes 4 academic years followed by a 6-month clinical internship.
- Eligible students may apply for Maharashtra government freeship at mahadbtmahait.gov.in.
DPCOP BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Open | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Registration Close | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Admit Card Release | Jun 14, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Maharashtra CAP Counselling Registration Close | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- NEET UG is the only accepted entrance exam for BPT admission at DPCOP.
- Seats are distributed as 85% state quota and 15% institutional quota.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board with minimum 50% aggregate in PCB
- Qualified NEET UG 2026 and obtained a valid merit rank in the Maharashtra state merit list
- Maharashtra state domicile or parents with Maharashtra domicile for state quota eligibility
- Valid medical fitness certificate from a registered medical officer is mandatory at the time of admission
- Students from outside Maharashtra may apply for the 15% institutional quota seats at DPCOP
Admission Process
- Register for NEET UG before the deadline and appear in the examination to obtain a valid score
- After NEET result declaration, register on the CET Cell Maharashtra portal at cetcell.mahacet.org
- Fill college and course preferences online within the designated CAP form filling window
- Provisional seat allotment is released based on NEET merit rank and submitted preferences
- Report to the allocated document verification centre in person with all original documents
- Pay the FRA-approved fee online or at the college cashier to confirm admission at DPCOP
- Remaining vacant seats after CAP round 3 are filled through stray vacancy rounds
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting a physiotherapy career in Pune with government-regulated fees
- Comfortable with NEET UG-based centralized state counselling
- Want a MUHS-affiliated BPT with integrated 6-month clinical internship
- Prefer a full-time on-campus program with access to Pune clinical networks
✗ Skip if
- Need strong campus placement data before finalizing a college
- Prefer a BPT program outside Maharashtra with pan-India recognition
- Require confirmed on-campus hostel facility for outstation students
DPCOP BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra EBC Freeship Card | Full tuition and exam fee reimbursement | Family annual income up to INR 8 Lakhs |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC and ST Students | Full fee reimbursement with maintenance allowance | SC or ST category with Maharashtra domicile |
| OBC, NT, SBC Non-Creamy Layer Scholarship | Partial fee support as per government norms | OBC, NT, SBC students with eligible family income |
| Central Sector Scholarship for Higher Education | INR 20,000 per annum | Merit-cum-means basis, family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
- Apply for Maharashtra government scholarships at mahadbtmahait.gov.in before the annual deadline.
- Submit scholarship applications within 3 months of admission confirmation at the college.
DPCOP BPT FAQs
Ques. Is NEET UG the only entrance exam accepted for BPT admission at Dhole Patil College of Physiotherapy?
Ans. Yes, NEET UG is the only entrance exam accepted for BPT admission at DPCOP, Pune. Seat allotment is conducted exclusively through the Maharashtra CET Cell CAP process based on NEET UG merit rank. Candidates who qualify NEET UG must separately register on cetcell.mahacet.org after result declaration to participate in the Maharashtra counselling rounds. Scores from other exams are not accepted for admission.
Ques. What is the total BPT fee at Dhole Patil College of Physiotherapy Pune?
Ans. The FRA-approved annual fee for 2025-26 is INR 94,000, comprising tuition of INR 85,068 and development fee of INR 8,932. For the 4 academic years, the total amounts to INR 3,76,000. The BPT program also includes a mandatory 6-month clinical internship after coursework. Eligible students from economically weaker backgrounds can avail state freeship on the mahadbtmahait.gov.in portal.
Ques. What is the seat intake for BPT at DPCOP and how are seats distributed?
Ans. DPCOP has an annual intake of 50 seats for the BPT program. Of these, 85% fall under the Maharashtra state quota, filled through CET Cell CAP rounds, and the remaining 15% are institutional quota seats. State quota seats are prioritized for candidates with Maharashtra domicile who qualify NEET UG. Institutional quota seats may be available to candidates from outside Maharashtra who meet eligibility norms.
Ques. How many rounds of counselling does Maharashtra conduct for BPT admission at DPCOP?
Ans. The Maharashtra CET Cell typically conducts three CAP rounds for BPT seat allotment. Remaining vacant seats after CAP round 3 are filled through stray vacancy rounds. Candidates must attend document verification in person at the designated centre and pay FRA-approved fees within the specified deadline to retain the allotted seat at DPCOP. The complete schedule is published on cetcell.mahacet.org once available.
Ques. What career paths are available after completing BPT from DPCOP Pune?
Ans. BPT graduates from DPCOP can pursue careers in government and private hospitals, rehabilitation centers, sports medicine clinics, physiotherapy OPDs, and nursing homes across Pune and Maharashtra. Corporate wellness and community health roles are also available. Graduates may also pursue MPT for specialization in musculoskeletal, neurological, or cardiopulmonary physiotherapy. The BPT degree from a MUHS-affiliated college is recognized across India for clinical registration.
Ques. Is the BPT program at DPCOP government-approved and affiliated to a recognized university?
Ans. Yes, DPCOP is approved by the Government of Maharashtra and affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik. The fee structure is regulated by the Fees Regulating Authority to ensure transparency. The BPT degree follows MUHS-prescribed curriculum standards and is recognized for clinical practice and licensure across India.