About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
Dr. M.V. Shetty College of Physiotherapy, Mangalore offers a 4.5-year full-time Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore. Admission to government quota seats proceeds through KCET counselling, with total fees of INR 1,81,000 for the 4-year academic component. The college, established in 1990, hosts 75 BPT seats and delivers clinical training at its attached hospital, making it a prominent physiotherapy institution in coastal Karnataka.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins September 2026 (Tentative).
Dr. M.V. Shetty BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | INR 45,250 per year |
| Total Fees (4 academic years) | INR 1,81,000 |
- Internship semester fees are levied separately by the institution.
- Management quota fees may differ from government quota rates and should be confirmed with the college.
Dr. M.V. Shetty BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET Registration Closes | February 27, 2026 |
| KCET Exam | April 22 to April 24, 2026 |
| KCET Result | June 6, 2026 |
| KEA Counselling Registration Closes | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Final Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- KCET registration closed on February 27, 2026 and qualifying candidates proceed with KEA online counselling.
- Government quota seats are allotted through the KEA portal at kea.kar.nic.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed II-PUC or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined (35% for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Karnataka domicile is mandatory for government quota seats filled through KEA counselling
- Candidates with vocational Physiotherapy as an optional subject in II-PUC are also eligible
Admission Process
- Appear for KCET conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority for government quota seats
- Register for KEA online counselling at kea.kar.nic.in after KCET result declaration
- Upload required documents and pay the counselling application fee during registration
- Fill college and course preferences during the option entry phase on the KEA portal
- Receive seat allotment based on KCET rank and submitted preferences
- Report to Dr. M.V. Shetty College of Physiotherapy for document verification and fee payment to confirm enrollment
✓ Opt for this if
- Want clinical training at a hospital-attached physiotherapy college in Mangalore
- Karnataka domicile seeking an affordable government quota BPT seat via KCET
- Planning a physiotherapy career in coastal Karnataka or Dakshina Kannada
- Prefer an RGUHS-affiliated degree with IAP recognition
- Looking for a long-established private physiotherapy institution since 1990
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a campus in a major metro like Bangalore or Hyderabad
- Need a college with a proven pan-India placement track record
- Looking for a deemed university BPT program with its own entrance exam
- Prefer a college with documented median salary data for physiotherapy graduates
Dr. M.V. Shetty BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC | Covers tuition fees and maintenance allowance | Karnataka SC/ST/OBC students with valid caste certificate enrolled in BPT |
| Vidyasiri Scholarship | Covers tuition fees | Karnataka backward class students in professional degree programs |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Students above 80th percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
- Apply for Central Sector and Post Matric Scholarships at scholarships.gov.in before the NSP deadline.
- Vidyasiri Scholarship applications are routed through the college scholarship cell.
Dr. M.V. Shetty BPT FAQs
Ques. Is NEET mandatory for BPT admission at Dr. M.V. Shetty College of Physiotherapy in 2026?
Ans. NEET is not required for BPT admission in Karnataka for the 2026 cycle. The NCAHP directive making NEET mandatory for physiotherapy was deferred to 2027 to 28, so the current cycle proceeds without it. Admission to the 15 government quota seats at Dr. M.V. Shetty College proceeds through KCET scores and KEA online counselling. Management quota seats are filled through merit-based direct admission by the institution. Candidates may apply to the college directly for management quota regardless of KCET rank.
Ques. What is the total fee for the BPT program at Dr. M.V. Shetty College?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for BPT is INR 45,250, totalling INR 1,81,000 for the 4-year academic component. The mandatory 6-month internship may attract additional charges from the institution. Students in the management quota should confirm the applicable fee with the college admissions office as rates may differ from the government quota fee.
Ques. How many seats are available for the BPT program at this college?
Ans. Dr. M.V. Shetty College of Physiotherapy offers 75 BPT seats per academic year. Of these, 20% (15 seats) are government quota seats filled through KEA counselling for Karnataka domicile students, while the remaining 80% (60 seats) are management quota seats filled through the college direct admission process.
Ques. What clinical training opportunities are available for BPT students at this college?
Ans. BPT students receive hands-on clinical training at Dr. M.V. Shetty Hospital and Research Centre, the multi-specialty hospital attached to the campus in Mangalore. The college maintains dedicated therapeutic labs and electrotherapy rooms equipped with professional rehabilitation tools, giving students practical exposure to musculoskeletal and neurological treatment techniques from early semesters. Faculty-supervised clinical postings ensure that graduates are competent and job-ready on completion of the 6-month internship.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Karnataka apply for BPT at this college?
Ans. Out-of-state candidates may apply for management quota seats at Dr. M.V. Shetty College of Physiotherapy through direct admission. Government quota seats allotted via KEA counselling are reserved for Karnataka domicile candidates only. Non-Karnataka students do not need a KCET score to apply for management quota. They should contact the college admissions office to check available seats, submit Class 12 marksheets and other required documents, and complete direct admission formalities before the academic session begins.
Ques. What is the program structure of BPT at Dr. M.V. Shetty College of Physiotherapy?
Ans. The BPT program spans 4.5 years in total: 4 years of academic coursework across 8 semesters followed by a compulsory 6-month internship, as prescribed by RGUHS. The curriculum covers subjects such as anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, neurological rehabilitation, and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy. The internship is conducted at Dr. M.V. Shetty Hospital, offering supervised clinical exposure before graduation.