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About Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]
Sikkim Manipal College of Physiotherapy (SMCPT) at SMU Gangtok offers a 4-year Bachelor of Physiotherapy followed by a mandatory 6-month clinical internship at SMIMS hospital. The programme admits students through direct merit on 12th marks, with no national entrance exam required. Total course fees for the 4-year academic portion are INR 6,66,000. SMCPT is designed around clinical exposure at the co-located SMIMS teaching hospital in Gangtok.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Mandatory 6-month clinical internship at SMIMS hospital after 4 years of study
- Clinical training covers orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and pediatric physiotherapy
- Offered through SMCPT, a dedicated physiotherapy college within the SMU healthcare cluster
SMU Sikkim BPT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 1,65,000 |
| Registration Fee (one-time) | INR 1,000 |
| Caution Deposit (refundable, one-time) | INR 5,000 |
| Hostel Charges (optional) | Charged separately |
| Total Fees (4-year academic programme) | INR 6,66,000 |
- Tuition payable as lump sum of INR 1,65,000 or in two installments of INR 85,000 each per year.
- Caution deposit of INR 5,000 is refundable upon course completion.
- Sikkim Government Quota students receive a reduced annual tuition of INR 95,000.
SMU Sikkim BPT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Publication | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is merit-based on 12th PCB aggregate.
- No national entrance exam is required for BPT admission at SMCPT.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects
- Minimum 55% aggregate in PCB for General category students
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for SC/ST/OBC category candidates
- Pass in English as an individual subject at the qualifying examination
- Medically fit as certified by a registered medical practitioner
Admission Process
- Apply online through the official SMU admissions portal at apply.smu.edu.in
- Merit list prepared on the basis of aggregate marks in PCB at the 12th level
- Shortlisted candidates complete document verification at the SMCPT campus in Gangtok
- Pay the prescribed admission fees and confirm the allotted seat
- Report to the campus for class commencement in August and complete mandatory medical fitness formalities
✓ Opt for this if
- Interested in physiotherapy and want clinical training at a 750-bed teaching hospital
- No NEET-UG score needed and direct merit admission is preferred
- Planning a career in sports physio, neuro-rehabilitation, or orthopedic settings
- Budget-conscious and seeking affordable health science education in Northeast India
✗ Skip if
- Targeting metro hospital placement or sports club physiotherapy roles post-graduation
- Need a college with dedicated sports science infrastructure and research labs
- Require a college with higher national placement visibility for physiotherapy graduates
SMU Sikkim BPT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UG Merit Scholarship | 15% tuition concession | Above 80% marks in Class 12 |
| UG Merit Scholarship | 10% tuition concession | 75% to 80% marks in Class 12 |
| Girl Child Scholarship | 20% tuition concession | Female students with family income below INR 8 Lakhs |
| Single Mother Scholarship | 20% tuition concession | Children of single mothers with family income below INR 8 Lakhs |
| Sports Achievement Scholarship | 30% tuition concession | National or international level sports representation |
| Divyang Scholarship | 20% concession 40% concession | PwD certificate, 40 to 75% disability for 20% Above 75% disability for 40% |
- Only one scholarship applies per student at a time throughout the programme.
- Minimum CGPA of 7.5 must be maintained each year to retain the scholarship.
SMU Sikkim BPT FAQs
Ques. Is NEET-UG required for BPT admission at SMU Sikkim?
Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for BPT admission at Sikkim Manipal College of Physiotherapy. Admission is based purely on merit in the Class 12 qualifying examination, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for General category students. There is no national entrance exam requirement, making BPT at SMCPT accessible to students who have not appeared in NEET.
Ques. What is the total fee for BPT at SMU Sikkim?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year BPT academic programme at SMCPT is INR 6,66,000. This includes annual tuition of INR 1,65,000, a one-time registration fee of INR 1,000, and a refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000. Tuition can be paid as a lump sum or in two installments of INR 85,000 each per year. Hostel charges and internship period fees are additional. Sikkim Government Quota students pay a reduced annual tuition of INR 95,000.
Ques. What clinical training is available for BPT students at SMCPT?
Ans. BPT students at SMCPT undergo structured clinical postings at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences, a 750-bed teaching hospital co-located with the campus. Training covers orthopedic physiotherapy, neurological rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, pediatric physiotherapy, and sports medicine. The programme concludes with a mandatory 6-month clinical internship at SMIMS, providing intensive hands-on experience across multiple physiotherapy departments before graduation.
Ques. What career options are available after BPT from SMU Sikkim?
Ans. BPT graduates from SMCPT can work as physiotherapists in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, community health posts, or sports clubs. Many graduates pursue government physiotherapy recruitment in Northeast India or continue to Master of Physiotherapy at SMU for further specialisation in neurology, sports, or orthopaedics. Private practice and wellness centre roles are also common career paths after completing the BPT with internship.
Ques. What is the duration of the BPT programme at SMU Sikkim?
Ans. The BPT programme at SMCPT comprises 4 academic years of classroom and clinical training followed by a 6-month compulsory rotating internship at SMIMS hospital, making the total duration 4.5 years. The internship is a degree requirement and must be completed at SMIMS before the final BPT degree certificate is awarded. Students who complete the internship become eligible to register with the relevant state physiotherapy council.