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About Master in Occupational Therapy [MOT]
Seth G.S. Medical College (GSMC) and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, offers a 2-year full-time Master in Occupational Therapy (MOT) programme under MUHS, Nashik. Admission is through NEET-PG scores via Maharashtra CET Cell. Total tuition fees are INR 1.38 Lakhs for the programme. KEM Hospital, ranked #11 in NIRF Medical Rankings 2025, provides postgraduate OT training in neurological, psychiatric, and paediatric rehabilitation at one of India’s highest-volume public teaching hospitals.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. NEET-PG exam begins 30 August 2026.
KEM Mumbai MOT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 69,000 |
| Hostel Charges (Optional) | As per KEM Hospital hostel norms |
| Total Fees | INR 1,38,000 |
- Total fees cover 2 years of tuition, excluding hostel charges and other academic deposits.
- Hostel availability is limited and subject to KEM Hospital authority allocation.
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS students may be eligible for Maharashtra state scholarship schemes via MAHADBT.
KEM Mumbai MOT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-PG Registration Opens | June 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET-PG Registration Closes | July 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET-PG Admit Card | July 18, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET-PG Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET-PG Result | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Maharashtra DMER PG Allied Health Counselling | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- NEET-PG 2026 is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) on August 30, 2026.
- Maharashtra DMER announces PG allied health counselling schedule after NEET-PG results.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) from a MUHS or NMC-recognized institution
- Minimum 55% marks in BOT degree (50% for reserved categories)
- Completion of mandatory BOT internship before the date of MOT admission
- Valid NEET-PG 2026 score meeting Maharashtra DMER qualifying criteria
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-PG 2026 through NBE portal and appear for the exam on August 30, 2026
- Access NEET-PG result and check whether the score meets qualifying criteria for MOT admission
- Register for Maharashtra DMER PG Allied Health Counselling when the schedule is released
- Fill college preferences listing Seth GS Medical College MOT and submit required documents
- Download seat allotment letter and report to GSMC, Parel, Mumbai with original documents
- Pay first-year fees and complete MUHS enrolment formalities at the postgraduate admissions office
✓ Opt for this if
- You want postgraduate OT training at a NIRF #11 government hospital in Mumbai
- INR 1.38 Lakhs total fee for MOT is far lower than private postgraduate OT programmes
- You seek advanced clinical exposure in neurological and psychiatric occupational therapy
- You are based in Maharashtra and qualify for government college state quota seats
✗ Skip if
- You need research funding or stipend support during the postgraduate programme
- You are from outside Maharashtra without domicile for state quota seats
- You want a dedicated OT postgraduate institute with faculty specializing in paediatric OT
- You plan international OT practice and prefer a programme with international accreditation
KEM Mumbai MOT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/NT) | Full or partial tuition coverage | Maharashtra domicile, income criteria, via MAHADBT portal |
| EBC Freeship Card | Full or partial fee waiver | Economically backward class candidates in Maharashtra |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | Varies by category | SC/ST/OBC candidates, income-based, applied via NSP portal |
| PM Research Fellowship (PMRF) | INR 70,000 to 80,000 per month | For MOT students pursuing research-track PG at recognized institutes |
- Maharashtra government scholarships are applied through the MAHADBT portal after admission.
- Research fellowships require a separate application and are subject to funding availability.
KEM Mumbai MOT FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MOT at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. The total tuition fee for Master in Occupational Therapy (MOT) at Seth GS Medical College, KEM Mumbai is INR 1,38,000 for 2 years at INR 69,000 per year, as per government-regulated rates under MUHS. Hostel charges are separate and subject to availability. Students from SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories may be eligible for partial or full fee waiver through Maharashtra state MAHADBT scholarship schemes.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MOT at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) degree from a MUHS or NMC-recognized institution with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). Completion of the mandatory BOT internship before the date of admission is required. A valid NEET-PG 2026 score meeting Maharashtra DMER qualifying criteria is also required for MOT admission at Seth GS Medical College.
Ques. What postgraduate clinical training does MOT at KEM Hospital provide?
Ans. MOT students at KEM Hospital, Mumbai, receive postgraduate clinical training at one of Asia’s largest public hospitals with 1,800-plus beds and 1.8 million annual OPD patients. Advanced clinical rotations cover neurological occupational therapy, psychiatric rehabilitation, paediatric OT, hand therapy, and community-based rehabilitation. The high-volume and diverse patient base allows MOT students to build strong specialized skills in clinical and research settings.
Ques. What career options are available after MOT from KEM Mumbai?
Ans. MOT graduates from KEM Mumbai can pursue senior occupational therapist or clinical coordinator roles in government hospitals, private rehabilitation centres, psychiatric facilities, and paediatric therapy centres. Academic positions at MUHS-affiliated colleges, NGO leadership roles in disability rehabilitation, and international OT careers in countries with bilateral recognition are also available. Graduates may also pursue PhD in Occupational Therapy or allied health sciences after MOT.
Ques. How is admission to MOT at KEM Mumbai done through NEET-PG?
Ans. MOT admission at Seth GS Medical College is through Maharashtra DMER PG Allied Health Counselling based on NEET-PG 2026 scores. Candidates register for NEET-PG at the NBE portal and appear for the exam on August 30, 2026. After results in September 2026, Maharashtra DMER announces the PG allied health counselling schedule. Candidates register, fill preferences, and receive seat allotment before reporting to GSMC, Parel, Mumbai with original documents.