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About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
Seth G.S. Medical College (GSMC) and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, offers a 4-year 6-month full-time Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) programme under MUHS, Nashik. Admission is through NEET-UG scores via Maharashtra CET Cell. Total tuition fees are INR 2.87 Lakhs for the programme. Clinical training at KEM Hospital, ranked #11 in NIRF Medical Rankings 2025 with 1,800-plus beds, provides exposure across neurological, orthopaedic, and cardiopulmonary physiotherapy departments.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
KEM Mumbai BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, Years 1 to 4) | INR 71,750 |
| Hostel Charges (Optional) | As per KEM Hospital hostel norms |
| Total Fees | INR 2,87,000 |
- Total fees cover 4 years of tuition, excluding the 6-month internship period and hostel charges.
- Hostel availability is limited and allocated by KEM Hospital authority.
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS students may be eligible for full or partial fee waiver through MAHADBT schemes.
KEM Mumbai BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opens | February 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closes | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam (Re-exam) | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | July 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Maharashtra CET Cell Allied Health Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment Round 1 | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Maharashtra CET Cell manages BPT counselling as part of allied health admissions under DMER.
- Document verification is mandatory at Seth GS Medical College before final seat confirmation.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with minimum 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board
- Qualified NEET-UG 2026 with minimum qualifying percentile for BPT admission
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026
- Maharashtra domicile preferred for state quota seats through Maharashtra CET Cell
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with the required percentile for allied health programme admission
- Register on Maharashtra CET Cell portal when BPT allied health counselling opens post-NEET result
- Fill college and course preferences including Seth GS Medical College BPT during choice-filling
- Download seat allotment letter and report to GSMC, Parel, Mumbai with original documents
- Submit 10+2 marksheets, NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, and category certificates
- Pay first-year tuition fee and complete MUHS enrolment formalities at the admissions office
✓ Opt for this if
- You want BPT training at a NIRF #11 government teaching hospital in Mumbai
- You value clinical exposure to high-volume diverse cases across a 1,800-bed hospital
- INR 2.87 Lakhs government fee is a significant cost advantage over private BPT colleges
- You are based in Maharashtra and qualify for state quota seats through CET Cell
✗ Skip if
- You need structured campus placements or sports medicine industry connections
- You are from outside Maharashtra without domicile eligibility for state quota seats
- You want a dedicated standalone physiotherapy college with specialized equipment
- You prefer a college offering integrated electives in sports or geriatric physiotherapy
KEM Mumbai BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/NT) | Full or partial tuition coverage | Maharashtra domicile, income criteria, applied via MAHADBT portal |
| EBC Freeship Card | Full or partial fee waiver | Economically backward class students in Maharashtra |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | Varies by income and category | Family income below INR 8,00,000 per year, applied via NSP portal |
| Indira Foundation Scholarship | Varies | Meritorious students at Seth GS Medical College |
- Maharashtra state scholarships are applied through the MAHADBT portal each academic year.
- SC/ST candidates may receive full tuition waiver under the Maharashtra freeship scheme.
KEM Mumbai BPT FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BPT at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. The total tuition fee for BPT at Seth GS Medical College, KEM Mumbai is INR 2,87,000 for 4 years at INR 71,750 per year, as per government-regulated rates under MUHS. This excludes the 6-month internship period and optional hostel charges. Students from SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories may be eligible for partial or full fee waiver through Maharashtra state MAHADBT scholarship schemes.
Ques. What clinical training does BPT at KEM Hospital offer?
Ans. BPT students at KEM Hospital, Mumbai, train at one of India’s busiest public teaching hospitals with 1,800-plus beds processing 1.8 million OPD patients annually. Clinical rotations at KEM’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation department cover neurological physiotherapy, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, paediatric PT, and community-based rehabilitation. The 6-month mandatory internship provides concentrated supervised patient-care hours before graduation.
Ques. Is NEET required for BPT at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. Yes, BPT admission at Seth GS Medical College is through Maharashtra CET Cell based on NEET-UG scores. Candidates must qualify NEET-UG 2026 and register for Maharashtra allied health counselling after the NEET result is declared. Maharashtra domicile candidates receive priority for state quota seats. Minimum eligibility is 10+2 with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board.
Ques. What career options are available after BPT from KEM Mumbai?
Ans. BPT graduates from KEM Mumbai can work as physiotherapists in government hospitals, private rehabilitation centres, sports medicine clinics, corporate wellness programmes, defence services, and paediatric therapy units. Graduates may also pursue MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) through NEET-PG for specialization in neurological, orthopaedic, cardiopulmonary, or sports physiotherapy. International opportunities exist in countries recognizing Indian physiotherapy credentials through professional evaluation bodies.
Ques. How competitive is BPT admission at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. BPT admission at Seth GS Medical College, KEM Mumbai, is competitive given its government status and NIRF #11 medical ranking. Seats are filled through Maharashtra CET Cell counselling based on NEET-UG merit rank. Maharashtra domicile candidates compete for state quota seats, while some management quota seats may be available at higher fees. Students with a strong NEET-UG score and Maharashtra domicile have the best chance of securing a seat here.