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About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore is an RGUHS-affiliated private institution recognised by the Government of Karnataka, offering BPT over 4.5 years including a 6-month internship. Admission is through KEA Karnataka counselling for government quota and direct management quota. The college has 60 BPT seats with annual fees of INR 1,55,000 and a total cost of INR 6,20,000 for 4 years, making it among the established standalone physiotherapy colleges in Bangalore.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
RV Physiotherapy Bangalore BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 1,55,000 |
| Development Fee (one-time, based on PCB %) | As notified by the college |
| Hostel Fee (optional, per year) | As notified by the college |
| Total Fees (4 academic years) | INR 6,20,000 |
- A one-time development fee based on PCB percentage in 10+2 may apply at admission.
- Hostel charges are separate and vary by room type and occupancy at the college.
RV Physiotherapy Bangalore BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KEA BPT Application Opening | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA BPT Application Closing | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Round 1 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Round 2 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Mop-Up Round | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- Karnataka BPT government quota counselling is conducted by KEA at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
- Management quota candidates may apply directly to RV College of Physiotherapy outside KEA.
- Admission is merit-based on 10+2 PCB aggregate marks with no NEET requirement for BPT.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for General category candidates
- Minimum 40% aggregate for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Karnataka government reservation norms
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026 with no upper age limit prescribed by RGUHS
- No NEET-UG required for BPT admission through Karnataka KEA government quota counselling
- Medical fitness as per RGUHS guidelines is required at the time of reporting to the college
Admission Process
- Apply for Karnataka BPT government quota counselling on the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
- Pay the KEA application fee and submit 10+2 mark sheet and personal documents for verification
- Complete online choice filling for physiotherapy colleges including RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore
- Receive seat allotment based on 10+2 PCB merit rank and reservation category
- Confirm allotment within the KEA deadline by paying the seat acceptance fee online
- Report to RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore with all original documents for admission
- Management quota candidates contact the college directly for direct admission procedures
✓ Opt for this if
- Studying BPT in Bangalore, a major healthcare hub, is the goal
- Karnataka domicile with eligibility for government quota through KEA
- A standalone physiotherapy institution is preferred over a medical college department
- Planning a physiotherapy career in Karnataka or pan-India cities
✗ Skip if
- Annual fees of INR 1,55,000 per year exceed the available budget
- No Karnataka domicile and management quota fees are not affordable
- High-volume tertiary hospital with specialised physiotherapy wards is required
RV Physiotherapy Bangalore BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students in RGUHS-affiliated health science colleges |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based, family income below INR 4.5 Lakh per year |
| Karnataka OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | OBC Karnataka domicile students in professional health science courses |
- Karnataka SC/ST scholarship applications are filed through the Social Welfare Department portal.
- NSP Central Sector Scholarship opens at scholarships.gov.in from July each year.
RV Physiotherapy Bangalore BPT FAQs
Ques. What is the total BPT fee at RV College of Physiotherapy Bangalore?
Ans. The annual BPT tuition fee at RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore is INR 1,55,000, totalling INR 6,20,000 for 4 academic years. A one-time development fee based on 10+2 PCB percentage may additionally apply at admission. Hostel accommodation charges are payable separately and vary by room type and occupancy at the college campus.
Ques. Is NEET required for BPT admission at RV College of Physiotherapy Bangalore?
Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for BPT admission at RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore. Admission to government quota seats is through KEA Karnataka counselling based on 10+2 PCB aggregate marks. Management quota candidates may apply directly to the college. No entrance exam is required by RGUHS for BPT admissions at affiliated physiotherapy colleges in Karnataka.
Ques. How many BPT seats are available at RV College of Physiotherapy Bangalore?
Ans. RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore has 60 BPT seats per year. Government quota seats are filled through KEA Karnataka counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea, while management quota seats are available through direct admission via the college’s admission office. The quota-wise seat distribution follows RGUHS and Karnataka government norms for private physiotherapy colleges.
Ques. What is the BPT course duration at RV College of Physiotherapy Bangalore?
Ans. The BPT programme at RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore is 4.5 years in total, comprising 4 academic years across 8 semesters and a mandatory 6-month rotatory internship conducted at affiliated hospitals. After completing the internship, graduates must register with the Karnataka State Physiotherapy Council before starting independent licensed practice as physiotherapists in India.
Ques. Which university is RV College of Physiotherapy Bangalore affiliated to?
Ans. RV College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, the statutory university governing all health science programmes in Karnataka. The college is recognised by the Government of Karnataka and its BPT degree is valid for registration with state physiotherapy councils and for employment in hospitals across India.