About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] at RR Institute of Medical Sciences (RRIMS), part of RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore, is a four-and-a-half-year undergraduate programme (four academic years plus six months of compulsory internship) affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka. The institution holds NAAC A+ accreditation. The programme covers musculoskeletal physiotherapy, neurological rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, sports physiotherapy, and community rehabilitation, supported by clinical training at the attached NRR Hospital and Prakriya Super Speciality Hospital. Admission is through KCET 2026 or direct merit.
📋 Admission Status: RRIMS Bangalore BPT admissions for 2026-27: KCET 2026 results were declared on May 28, 2026 (kea.kar.nic.in). RGUHS coordinates state-level allied health counselling; direct applications are also accepted at admission.rrinstitutions.com.
Key Points
- RR Institute of Medical Sciences (RRIMS) offers an RGUHS-affiliated BPT programme at a NAAC A+ accredited institution in Bangalore, with clinical training at the attached NRR Hospital and Prakriya Super Speciality Hospital.
- Programme covers musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and sports physiotherapy, with a compulsory six-month internship.
- Total fees: INR 6,92,000 for the programme (indicative: INR 1,73,000 per year for four academic years); verify the latest at rrinstitutions.com.
- Admission through KCET 2026 (kea.kar.nic.in; result May 28, 2026) for government-quota seats, or direct application at admission.rrinstitutions.com for management-quota seats.
- Graduates are eligible for Karnataka Physiotherapy Council registration and can pursue MPT for clinical specialisation in orthopaedics, neurology, or cardiopulmonary physiotherapy.
RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (indicative) | INR 1,73,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years + 6-Month Internship) | INR 6,92,000 |
- Verify the exact year-wise fee at rrinstitutions.com before enrolment.
- Hostel and transport charges are separate from tuition fees.
- Karnataka SC/ST students may be eligible for government fee reimbursement.
RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 23 and April 24, 2026 (Conducted); kea.kar.nic.in |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 (Declared); kea.kar.nic.in |
| RGUHS Allied Health Counselling 2026 | June to August 2026 (Tentative); rguhs.ac.in |
| RRIMS Direct Application Window | Open; admission.rrinstitutions.com |
| Classes Commence | August to September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| KCET 2026 | April 23 and April 24, 2026 (Conducted); Result May 28, 2026 | kea.kar.nic.in |
- KCET 2026: result May 28, 2026; kea.kar.nic.in.
- RGUHS allied health counselling: June to August 2026 (tentative); rguhs.ac.in.
- Direct/management-quota applications: admission.rrinstitutions.com.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed PUC/10+2 (Class 12) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks in PCB (45 percent for SC/ST as per RGUHS norms). A valid KCET 2026 rank in the Biology stream is required for government-quota admission.
- Admission through KCET 2026 (kea.kar.nic.in) for government-quota seats based on KCET rank and PCB merit. Management-quota applications are accepted at admission.rrinstitutions.com without a mandatory KCET score.
Admission Process
- Confirm eligibility: PUC/10+2 with PCB and minimum 50 percent aggregate marks.
- Obtain your KCET 2026 rank (result May 28, 2026; kea.kar.nic.in) for government-quota seats.
- Register for RGUHS allied health counselling 2026 at rguhs.ac.in (June to August 2026); select RRIMS Bangalore as a preferred institution.
- Alternatively, apply directly at admission.rrinstitutions.com for management-quota seats.
- After seat allotment, report to RRIMS, Chikkabanavara, Bangalore, with PUC mark sheets, KCET score card, transfer certificate, community certificate (if applicable), and ID proof.
- Complete fee payment and enrolment formalities to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka students seeking RGUHS-affiliated BPT with attached hospital training in Bangalore
- Students wanting a healthcare career in physiotherapy without NEET requirement
- Those interested in sports, neurological, or community rehabilitation careers
- Budget-conscious students: INR 6.92 L total vs private medical colleges
✗ Skip if
- Students seeking MBBS or MD-level clinical medicine careers
- Those needing a top-tier placement package above INR 6 LPA in healthcare
- Students outside Karnataka without eligibility for KCET government-quota seats
RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka-domicile; apply via state scholarship portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per NSP norms | Merit UG students; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka SC/ST domicile: fee reimbursement through state government portal.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in after admission.
RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for BPT at RR Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore?
Ans. The total fee for BPT at RRIMS Bangalore is INR 6,92,000 for the programme (indicative: INR 1,73,000 per year for four academic years). Verify the exact year-wise fee at rrinstitutions.com before enrolment.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BPT at RRIMS Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must have passed PUC/10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks in PCB (45 percent for SC/ST as per RGUHS norms). A valid KCET 2026 rank in the Biology stream is required for government-quota seats.
Ques. How is admission to BPT at RRIMS Bangalore done?
Ans. Admission is through KCET 2026 (kea.kar.nic.in; result May 28, 2026) via RGUHS allied health counselling for government-quota seats. Management-quota seats are available through direct application at admission.rrinstitutions.com.
Ques. What career options are available after BPT?
Ans. BPT graduates can work as physiotherapist, sports physiotherapist, neurological physiotherapist, rehabilitation therapist, and occupational health consultant. Key sectors include hospitals, sports academies, rehabilitation centres, corporate health, and armed forces medical departments. Further study: Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) for clinical specialisation in orthopaedics, neurology, or cardiopulmonary physiotherapy.
Ques. What is the duration of BPT at RRIMS Bangalore?
Ans. The BPT programme is four and a half years: four academic years of classroom and clinical training, followed by a six-month compulsory internship at affiliated hospitals.