Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
Medical Trust Institute of Medical Sciences (MTIMS), Kochi offers Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), a 4.5-year programme (4 years academic plus 6-month internship) affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). With an annual intake of 50 seats, the programme provides clinical training at the attached Medical Trust Hospital. Total fees for the academic years are INR 2,60,000. Admission is merit-based, with 50% of seats through LBS Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, and 50% as management seats.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
MTIMS Kochi BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 65,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Academic Years) | INR 2,60,000 |
- Government quota seats allotted by LBS Centre may carry a different fee per Kerala state norms.
- The 6-month internship may attract additional charges confirmed at the time of admission.
MTIMS Kochi BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Registration Opens | August 2026 |
| Application Submission Closing | August 2026 |
| Rank List Release by LBS Centre | August to September 2026 |
| Counselling and Seat Allotment | September 2026 |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 |
- Government quota seats are filled by LBS Centre, Thiruvananthapuram through centralized counselling.
- Management quota candidates apply directly at the MTIMS portal at admissions.mtims.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Higher Secondary (Class 12) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB
- English studied as a subject at Higher Secondary (Class 12) level as per KUHS requirements
- Age minimum of 17 years as of December 31, 2026 as per KUHS and MTIMS admission norms
- Medically fit for physiotherapy clinical training as assessed by the college at the time of admission
Admission Process
- Government quota (50%): Apply through LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram via the official LBS portal
- Management quota (50%): Register and apply directly on the MTIMS admissions portal at admissions.mtims.in
- Upload Class 12 marksheets, community certificate if applicable, and photographs online
- LBS Centre releases rank list based on Class 12 PCB aggregate marks for government quota seats
- Attend allotment session and receive allotment memo from LBS Centre or MTIMS management office
- Remit fees and complete the MTIMS 8-step online admission process to confirm enrollment
✓ Opt for this if
- You want physiotherapy training at a KUHS-affiliated hospital in Kochi
- You are from Kerala and prefer government quota seats at affordable fee
- You plan to practice physiotherapy in orthopaedic or neuro rehabilitation settings
- You want clinical exposure at a large multi-specialty hospital during the programme
✗ Skip if
- You need a college with an MPT postgraduate programme in the same campus
- You want a college outside Kerala with a larger national placement network
- You prefer specializations like sports physiotherapy or paediatric physiotherapy from the start
MTIMS Kochi BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Fee reimbursement plus maintenance allowance as per state schedule | SC/ST domicile students of Kerala with family income below the state-prescribed ceiling |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities | INR 10,000 per year | Minority community students with at least 50% marks in Class 12 qualifying examination |
| KUHS Merit Scholarship | As per KUHS notification | Top-performing students in KUHS affiliated physiotherapy programmes as per university schedule |
- Kerala SC/ST scholarships are applied via the e-Grantz portal at egrantz.kerala.gov.in each year.
- NSP scholarship applications are submitted at scholarships.gov.in before the notified annual closing date.
MTIMS Kochi BPT FAQs
Ques. What are the fees for BPT at Medical Trust Institute of Medical Sciences Kochi?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for BPT at MTIMS Kochi is INR 65,000, and the total fees for the 4 academic years amount to INR 2,60,000. Government quota seats allotted through LBS Centre may carry a different fee structure per Kerala state norms. The 6-month mandatory internship may attract additional charges confirmed at the time of admission. Candidates should verify the payment schedule with MTIMS before enrolling.
Ques. What is the intake for BPT at MTIMS Kochi?
Ans. MTIMS Kochi admits 50 students annually for the BPT programme. Of these, 50% (25 seats) are government quota seats filled by LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, based on Class 12 merit. The remaining 25 seats are management quota seats allotted by MTIMS directly through its online admissions portal. This is one of the larger allied health intakes at MTIMS.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BPT admission at MTIMS Kochi?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for BPT at MTIMS Kochi. Government quota admissions are handled by LBS Centre based on Class 12 PCB aggregate marks. Management quota candidates apply directly through the MTIMS portal. The college uses an 8-step online admission process covering registration, document upload, rank verification, allotment memo download, fee remittance, and final admission confirmation.
Ques. What is the duration of BPT at MTIMS Kochi and what does the programme cover?
Ans. The BPT programme at MTIMS Kochi is 4.5 years in total, comprising 4 years of academic training and a 6-month mandatory internship at Medical Trust Hospital, Kochi. The curriculum covers anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, electrotherapy, exercise therapy, orthopaedic physiotherapy, neurological physiotherapy, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, paediatric physiotherapy, and community rehabilitation over the four academic years.
Ques. What career options are available after BPT from MTIMS Kochi?
Ans. BPT graduates can work as physiotherapists in government and private hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports medicine clinics, and community health settings. They may apply for government physiotherapist posts through state and central health services recruitment. Graduates can also pursue MPT postgraduate degrees in specializations such as orthopaedics, neurology, sports, or cardiopulmonary sciences. Opportunities also exist in international healthcare settings across the Gulf region and beyond.