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About Master of Physiotherapy [MPT]
Seth G.S. Medical College (GSMC) and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, offers a 2-year full-time Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) programme under MUHS, Nashik. Admission is through NEET-PG scores via Maharashtra CET Cell. Total tuition fees are INR 1.21 Lakhs for the programme. Postgraduate physiotherapy training takes place at KEM Hospital, ranked #11 in NIRF Medical Rankings 2025, providing advanced clinical exposure in neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. NEET-PG exam begins 30 August 2026.
KEM Mumbai MPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 60,500 |
| Hostel Charges (Optional) | As per KEM Hospital hostel norms |
| Total Fees | INR 1,21,000 |
- Total fees cover 2 years of tuition, excluding hostel charges and 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 via MAHADBT.
KEM Mumbai MPT 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 PG allied health counselling schedule is announced after NEET-PG results.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) from a MUHS or NMC-recognized institution
- Minimum 55% marks in BPT degree (50% for reserved categories per MUHS norms)
- Completion of mandatory BPT internship before the date of MPT admission
- Valid NEET-PG 2026 score meeting Maharashtra DMER qualifying criteria for MPT
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-PG 2026 through NBE portal and appear for the exam on August 30, 2026
- Access NEET-PG result and verify the score meets qualifying criteria for MPT admission
- Register for Maharashtra DMER PG Allied Health Counselling when the schedule is published
- Fill college preferences listing Seth GS Medical College MPT during choice-filling window
- Download seat allotment letter and report to GSMC, Parel, Mumbai with original documents
- Submit BPT degree, marksheets, internship certificate, and NEET-PG scorecard for verification
✓ Opt for this if
- You want MPT at a NIRF #11 government hospital for advanced clinical specialization
- INR 1.21 Lakhs total MPT fee is far below private postgraduate physiotherapy programmes
- You seek complex neurological and musculoskeletal case exposure at a high-volume hospital
- You are based in Maharashtra with domicile eligibility for state quota seats
✗ Skip if
- You need a research stipend or fellowship funding during postgraduate studies
- You are from outside Maharashtra without domicile for state quota seats
- You want a focused sports physiotherapy or paediatric physiotherapy MPT specialization
- You prefer a standalone physiotherapy PG institute with international collaborations
KEM Mumbai MPT 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 candidates in Maharashtra |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | Varies by category | SC/ST/OBC candidates, income-based, applied via NSP portal |
| Indira Foundation Scholarship | Varies | Merit-based, for selected students at Seth GS Medical College |
- Maharashtra government scholarships are applied through the MAHADBT portal each academic year.
- SC/ST candidates may receive full tuition waiver under Maharashtra state freeship norms.
KEM Mumbai MPT FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MPT at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. The total tuition fee for Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) at Seth GS Medical College, KEM Mumbai is INR 1,21,000 for 2 years at INR 60,500 per year, as per government-regulated rates under MUHS. Hostel charges are separate and subject to availability at KEM Hospital. 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 MPT at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) degree from a MUHS or NMC-recognized institution with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). Completion of the mandatory BPT internship before the date of MPT admission is compulsory. A valid NEET-PG 2026 score meeting Maharashtra DMER qualifying criteria for MPT is also required for admission at Seth GS Medical College.
Ques. What specializations are available in MPT at KEM Mumbai?
Ans. MPT at Seth GS Medical College, KEM Mumbai is offered with clinical specialization options covering neurological physiotherapy, musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, and community rehabilitation. The precise specialization tracks available each year depend on seat availability as per Maharashtra DMER and MUHS norms. Students may check the current year’s MUHS MPT seat matrix for updated specialization options before filling counselling preferences.
Ques. What clinical exposure does MPT at KEM Hospital provide?
Ans. MPT students at KEM Hospital, Mumbai, receive advanced postgraduate clinical training at a 1,800-plus bed public teaching hospital processing 1.8 million OPD patients annually. Advanced rotations cover complex neurological cases, sports injuries, cardiac rehabilitation, post-surgical physiotherapy, and community health programmes. The high-volume diverse patient base allows MPT students to build specialized skills in their chosen area across the 2-year programme.
Ques. What career options are available after MPT from KEM Mumbai?
Ans. MPT graduates from KEM Mumbai qualify for senior physiotherapist or clinical specialist roles in government and private hospitals, sports medicine centres, defence medical services, and geriatric care facilities. Academic roles at MUHS-affiliated physiotherapy colleges are available to those with teaching aptitude. Graduates can also pursue PhD in Physiotherapy, fellowships in sports medicine, or international roles in countries that recognize Indian postgraduate physiotherapy credentials.