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About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
Institute of Health Sciences (IHS), Bhubaneswar, offers a 4.5-year full-time BPT programme affiliated with Odisha University of Health Sciences and approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India. The programme admits 40 students annually through direct merit-based admission without requiring NEET, with annual fees of INR 1,30,000 and a total course fee of INR 5 Lakhs.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 31 August 2026.
IHS Bhubaneswar BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Seat Booking Fee (one-time) | INR 25,000 |
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 1,30,000 |
| Total Fees (4.5 years) | INR 5,00,000 |
- Fees are paid on a semester basis as per the Odisha University of Health Sciences schedule.
- Hostel facilities are available with charges payable separately at the time of joining.
IHS Bhubaneswar BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BPT 2026 Application Open | July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August to September 2026 (Tentative) |
- No NEET score is required for BPT admission at IHS Bhubaneswar.
- Applications are submitted directly through admissions.ihs.ac.in or at the institute campus.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology taken together in the qualifying examination.
- No NEET score required for BPT admission at IHS Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Admission Process
- Apply directly through the online portal at admissions.ihs.ac.in or visit the institute at Chandaka Village, Bhubaneswar.
- Submit Class 12 marksheet, identity proof, and other required documents at the time of application.
- Admission is granted based on merit in Class 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined marks.
- Pay the seat booking fee of INR 25,000 to confirm the allocated seat after selection.
- Complete document verification and pay the first semester fee before the stipulated joining date.
✓ Opt for this if
- Students seeking BPT admission without appearing in NEET.
- Odisha-based students wanting an RCI-approved BPT in Bhubaneswar.
- Strong Class 12 science marks but no national entrance exam score available.
- Targeting physiotherapy careers in Odisha government or private hospitals.
✗ Skip if
- Total fee of INR 5 Lakhs is beyond the available budget for BPT.
- Prefer a college with documented national placement or sports tie-ups.
- Planning postgraduate MPT and need a college with stronger research links.
- Need a government-quota college with lower regulated tuition fees.
IHS Bhubaneswar BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Odisha Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | INR 25,000 to 50,000 per year | SC/ST students domiciled in Odisha |
| Odisha OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | INR 10,000 to 25,000 per year | OBC students domiciled in Odisha |
| NSP Merit cum Means Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs per annum |
| Institute Educational Loan Facilitation | As applicable | BPT students with financial need at IHS |
- Odisha state scholarships are applied through the Odisha e-Pass portal after admission.
- NSP scholarships are submitted through scholarships.gov.in with income and Aadhaar verification.
IHS Bhubaneswar BPT FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BPT at Institute of Health Sciences, Bhubaneswar?
Ans. The total fee for the 4.5-year BPT programme at IHS Bhubaneswar is INR 5,00,000 for the complete course duration, at INR 1,30,000 per year. A one-time seat booking fee of INR 25,000 is payable at the time of admission. Fees are collected on a semester basis per the university schedule. Hostel charges are payable separately depending on accommodation type chosen. Government scholarships for SC/ST and OBC students help reduce the effective cost of the programme.
Ques. Is NEET required for BPT admission at IHS Bhubaneswar?
Ans. No, NEET is not required for BPT admission at Institute of Health Sciences, Bhubaneswar. IHS conducts direct merit-based admissions using Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students can apply directly through admissions.ihs.ac.in or visit the campus at Chandaka Village, Bhubaneswar, without a NEET score to secure a seat in the BPT programme.
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for BPT at IHS Bhubaneswar?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined is required. There is no age bar or NEET requirement for BPT admission at IHS Bhubaneswar, making it accessible to students who did not appear in NEET.
Ques. Is IHS Bhubaneswar recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India for BPT?
Ans. Yes, the BPT programme at Institute of Health Sciences, Bhubaneswar, is approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), New Delhi, and affiliated with the Odisha University of Health Sciences. The institute is also NAAC B++ accredited and UGC recognised with autonomous status. RCI recognition ensures the BPT degree is valid for clinical practice registration in India.
Ques. What career options are available after BPT from IHS Bhubaneswar?
Ans. BPT graduates from IHS Bhubaneswar can work as physiotherapists in government and private hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports academies, community health centres, and geriatric care facilities. The six-month clinical externship at recognized hospitals prepares graduates for immediate practice. Graduates may also pursue MPT specialisations in orthopaedics, neurology, cardio-pulmonary physiotherapy, or sports physiotherapy. Opportunities in defence medical services and academic physiotherapy positions are also available after the degree.
Ques. How does admission work at IHS Bhubaneswar for BPT without NEET?
Ans. IHS Bhubaneswar admits BPT students directly based on Class 12 merit in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Candidates apply through admissions.ihs.ac.in or at the campus. After reviewing the application and marks, selected candidates pay a seat booking fee of INR 25,000 to confirm their seat. Document verification is completed before the semester begins, typically from August 2026 onwards.