Fees
Fees at Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] program encompass various components. The total course fee spans four years, with the first-year fee set at 46,000 INR. The second-year fee is 42,500 INR, and the third and fourth years each amount to 42,000 INR. This fee structure includes tuition and examination fees. Scholarships are available to local candidates, potentially covering up to 90% of the fees, especially for students with exemplary intermediate exam scores, where up to 35,000 INR may be waived.
However, candidates who are government employees are generally not eligible for these scholarships. Other candidates, depending on their eligibility, may have to pay the initial charges, with the possibility of eventual refund through scholarships. Additional costs may arise from departmental fees and optional events.
About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
NIMS Hyderabad offers a 4.5-year Bachelor of Physiotherapy with 50 seats, comprising 4 years of coursework and a 6-month compulsory internship. Admission is based on TG EAPCET 2026 merit with no management quota. The total course fee is INR 1,73,000 for the 4-year academic program. Graduates are placed in hospital physiotherapy departments, rehabilitation centers, and sports injury clinics in Hyderabad and across Telangana.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins October 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Training in NIMS physiotherapy department across post-surgical, neurological, and orthopedic rehabilitation cases
- 6-month internship within NIMS physiotherapy and rehabilitation department at a 2,000-bed hospital
- Exposure to musculoskeletal, neurological, and pediatric physiotherapy in high-volume clinical settings
NIMS BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4 years total) | INR 1,59,000 |
| Other Fees (4 years total) | INR 13,000 |
| Caution Deposit (refundable) | INR 1,000 |
| Total Fees (4-year academic program) | INR 1,73,000 |
- SC/ST candidates receive a full fee waiver at enrollment as per NIMS norms.
- Eligible Telangana students may receive up to 90% of fees covered under state scholarship schemes.
- Application fee is INR 2,500 for OC/BC candidates and INR 2,000 for SC/ST candidates.
NIMS BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TG EAPCET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026 |
| NIMS Application Opens | June 27, 2026 |
| NIMS Application Closes | July 11, 2026 |
| NIMS Counselling Registration Closes | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- Hard copy of the application with documents must be submitted to NIMS by July 14, 2026.
- Counselling is conducted directly by NIMS based on TG EAPCET 2026 rank order.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Botany/Zoology, and English from a recognized board
- Must qualify TG EAPCET 2026 and obtain a valid rank
- Age between 17 and 25 years as of December 31, 2026
- Candidates with Vocational Physiotherapy at Intermediate level are also eligible with the prescribed bridge course
Admission Process
- Appear and qualify in TG EAPCET 2026 conducted by TSCHE
- Register on the NIMS Admissions portal and submit the online application between June 27 and July 11, 2026
- Submit hard copies of all required documents to NIMS Panjagutta by July 14, 2026
- Merit list is prepared based on TG EAPCET 2026 rank and published on the NIMS website
- Attend NIMS counseling and complete seat confirmation with the required fee payment
- Report to NIMS campus with original documents on the date specified in the allotment letter
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking government-funded physiotherapy training at Telangana’s top tertiary care hospital
- Targeting roles in hospital physiotherapy, rehabilitation centers, or sports clinics in Hyderabad
- Interested in diverse clinical exposure across neurological, orthopedic, and post-surgical cases
- Eligible for TS ePass or state scholarship covering up to 90% of program fees
✗ Skip if
- Over 25 years of age as the BPT program has an upper age limit of 25 years
- Expecting campus placement drives or formal corporate recruitment support
- Looking for a program with guaranteed hostel accommodation and large batch environment
NIMS BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| TS ePass Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee | SC/ST candidates via tsepass.telangana.gov.in, applied annually |
| TS ePass Post-Matric Scholarship (BC) | Up to 90% of fees | BC/EBC Telangana domicile students via TS ePass portal |
| NIMS SC/ST Fee Concession | Full fee exemption | SC/ST students, applied automatically at enrollment |
| Central Government OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Partial | OBC students via scholarships.gov.in, applied annually |
- TS ePass scholarship applications open annually between July and October on the state portal.
- Eligible local Telangana students from BC/EBC categories may receive up to 90% fee coverage.
NIMS BPT FAQs
Ques. Is NEET-UG required for BPT admission at NIMS Hyderabad?
Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for BPT admission at NIMS Hyderabad. Admission is based entirely on TG EAPCET 2026 rank, which is the Telangana state entrance test for health science programs. Candidates who have qualified TG EAPCET and meet the Class 10+2 eligibility criteria with the prescribed subjects can apply to NIMS during the official application period of June to July each cycle.
Ques. What is the duration of the BPT internship at NIMS Hyderabad?
Ans. The BPT program at NIMS Hyderabad comprises 4 years of academic coursework followed by a 6-month compulsory internship, making the total duration 4.5 years. The internship is conducted within NIMS hospital’s physiotherapy department and associated rehabilitation units. It is unpaid and is a mandatory requirement for the award of the BPT degree from Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences.
Ques. What are the placement prospects after BPT from NIMS Hyderabad?
Ans. NIMS BPT graduates are placed in hospital physiotherapy departments, rehabilitation centers, and sports injury clinics. Known employers include Apollo Hospitals, KIMS Hyderabad, and physiotherapy clinics across Hyderabad. NIMS does not conduct formal campus placement drives, but the clinical exposure during the internship and strong NIMS brand recognition within the Telangana healthcare ecosystem help graduates secure positions independently. Starting salaries in private hospitals range from INR 18,000 to 35,000 per month.
Ques. What higher study options are available after BPT from NIMS Hyderabad?
Ans. BPT graduates from NIMS can pursue Master of Physiotherapy in specializations such as Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy, Neurological Physiotherapy, Pediatric Physiotherapy, and Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy at institutions that accept TG EAPCET or other entrance scores. Some graduates also appear for NIMSET for MPT programs or pursue PG diplomas in specialized areas. International work opportunities in physiotherapy are available in the UAE, UK, Australia, and Canada with appropriate credential verification.
Ques. Is there an upper age limit for BPT admission at NIMS Hyderabad?
Ans. Yes, the BPT program at NIMS Hyderabad has an upper age limit of 25 years as of December 31 of the admission year. The minimum age is 17 years. Candidates above 25 years of age are not eligible to apply. This age restriction is in line with the norms set by Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences for physiotherapy programs in Telangana. There is no upper age limit for most other allied health BSc programs at NIMS.