Fees
Fees at Kerala University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program vary depending on the year and quota. The tuition fee for merit quota students is approximately Rs. 103,000 for the first year and Rs. 78,000 for the subsequent three years. The total course fee ranges between Rs.
3 lakhs to Rs. 4.5 lakhs, excluding additional costs such as examination fees, arts fees, and sports fees. For management and LBS quota students, the tuition fee is around Rs. 80,000, while NRI students pay Rs. 120,000, reflecting an additional Rs. 40,000 over standard tuition. Hostel accommodation costs Rs. 22,000.
Scholarships like the E-grants, Means cum Merit, and Central Government scholarships are available for eligible categories, offering financial aid up to Rs. 30,000 per recipient.
About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, offers the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), a full-time 4-year programme with a mandatory 6-month clinical internship, through its affiliated physiotherapy colleges across Kerala. Admission is based on the KEAM 2026 rank list published by CEE Kerala. The total course fee at government-aided affiliated colleges is INR 2,00,000. The programme trains graduates for careers in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and sports medicine units across the country.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Round 3 begins August 2026 (Tentative).
KUHS BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, Government/Aided Colleges) | INR 34,000 |
| Tuition Fee (per year, Self-Financing Colleges) | INR 75,750 to INR 1,03,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years, Aided Quota) | INR 2,00,000 |
- A refundable caution deposit is collected at the time of admission by most affiliated colleges.
- Hostel charges are separate and vary by affiliated college.
KUHS BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KEAM 2026 Registration | January 5 to February 7, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Exam | April 17 to April 22, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Result | May 12, 2026 |
| KEAM Rank List Published | June 14, 2026 |
| CEE Kerala Counselling Round 1 Allotment | July 8, 2026 |
| CEE Kerala Counselling Round 2 Allotment | July 17, 2026 |
| CEE Kerala Counselling Round 3 Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Candidates must complete web option entry on cee.kerala.gov.in during the notified window.
- Original certificates must be submitted at the allotted college for document verification before admission is confirmed.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects and a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission. No upper age limit is specified by KUHS.
- Valid rank in the KEAM 2026 rank list published by CEE Kerala for the Medical and Allied Health category.
Admission Process
- Register and appear in KEAM 2026 conducted by CEE Kerala (exam held April 17 to 22, 2026).
- Download the KEAM 2026 rank list from cee.kerala.gov.in after result declaration.
- Register for online counselling on the CEE Kerala portal during the notified registration window.
- Fill in college preferences (option entry) and lock choices before the deadline.
- Check seat allotment result for each round and report to the allotted college.
- Submit original documents and pay the prescribed fee to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want affordable BPT education at a government-aided college in Kerala.
- You prefer merit-based KEAM admission over a management quota process.
- You plan to work in government or private hospitals across Kerala after graduation.
- You are a Kerala domicile student seeking centralized allotment through CEE Kerala.
✗ Skip if
- You need a college with a dedicated campus placement cell and industry tie-ups.
- You prefer metropolitan cities like Chennai or Bengaluru for clinical exposure.
- You seek a college with research centres or international collaboration for BPT.
KUHS BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| E-Grantz (Kerala Government Post-Matric Scholarship) | INR 50,000 per year | SC/ST/OEC/SEBC students from Kerala. Apply via egrantz.kerala.gov.in |
| Merit cum Means (MCM) | Varies by institution | Students with financial need and strong academic record |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Scholarships | Varies | All eligible students based on family income and merit |
- E-Grantz has no income cap for SC and ST category students in Kerala.
- NSP scholarships require registration on scholarships.gov.in before the notified deadline each year.
KUHS BPT FAQs
Ques. What is the total course fee for BPT at KUHS-affiliated government colleges?
Ans. The total course fee for BPT at government and government-aided colleges affiliated to KUHS is INR 2,00,000 for the 4-year programme. At private self-financing colleges, the annual fee ranges from INR 75,750 to INR 1,03,000. Students should confirm the exact fee with their allotted college at the time of admission, as fees can differ between institutions.
Ques. Is NEET required for BPT admission at KUHS-affiliated colleges in 2026?
Ans. No, NEET is not mandatory for BPT admission at KUHS-affiliated colleges for the 2026 intake. The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) has deferred the mandatory NEET requirement for BPT to the 2027 academic year. Admission for the 2026 batch is conducted through the KEAM 2026 rank list published by CEE Kerala for allied health courses.
Ques. What is the duration of the BPT programme at KUHS?
Ans. The BPT programme affiliated to KUHS is 4 years in duration followed by a mandatory 6-month clinical internship, making the total programme length 4 years and 6 months. The internship is conducted at hospitals and healthcare facilities linked to the respective affiliated college and is compulsory for degree award.
Ques. What career options are available after completing BPT from a KUHS-affiliated college?
Ans. BPT graduates from KUHS-affiliated colleges can work as physiotherapists in government hospitals, private hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports medicine units, and nursing homes. Many graduates also prepare for Kerala PSC recruitment or pursue a Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) for specialization in orthopaedics, neurology, or sports. Overseas employment in the Gulf region is also a common pathway for Kerala-based BPT graduates.
Ques. How are BPT seats allotted at KUHS-affiliated colleges and what is the total intake?
Ans. KUHS has 14 affiliated physiotherapy colleges, with a typical intake of 50 seats per college. Seats are divided into government quota (allotted via KEAM rank through CEE Kerala), management quota (filled by the college), and NRI quota. State merit seats are filled through CEE Kerala counselling based on KEAM rank, reservation category, and college preference.