Bachelor of Occupational Therapy [BOT]

SRIHER, Chennai offers a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) with an intake of 40 students per batch through the SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam. The 4.5-year program (4 academic years plus a 6-month mandatory internship) covers neurorehabilitation, paediatric OT, and geriatric rehabilitation. Total tuition fees are INR 5,62,500 across the full program duration.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement began July 2026.

Key Points

• 6-month mandatory internship in SRIHER’s occupational therapy and rehabilitation departments
• Clinical training in neurorehabilitation, paediatric OT, and geriatric rehabilitation at SRIHER hospital
• RCI registration pathway after completing BOT from SRIHER for professional practice in India

SRIHER BOT Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)	INR 1,25,000
Other Charges	As applicable per semester
Total Tuition Fees (4.5 years)	INR 5,62,500

• Application fee of INR 1,000 is non-refundable and collected once at registration.
• Education loans through nationalised banks under the CSIS scheme are available for eligible students.
• Hostel accommodation is optional and billed separately from the academic fee structure.

SRIHER BOT Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Opens	February 11, 2026
Application Deadline	May 20, 2026
Hall Ticket Download	May 26, 2026
SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam	May 31, 2026
HSC Marksheet Submission	June 10, 2026
Class Commencement	July 2026

• The entrance exam covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 120 MCQ format with no negative marking.
• NEET scores are not considered for BOT admission at SRIHER.
• Exam centres are available in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai for candidate convenience.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board.
• Minimum 50% aggregate in the qualifying examination for General category students.
• Minimum 40% aggregate for SC/ST category candidates.
• Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026.

Admission Process

• Register online at the SRIHER admissions portal and pay the non-refundable INR 1,000 application fee.
• Select a preferred exam centre from Chennai, Coimbatore, or Madurai and upload required documents.
• Download the hall ticket from the portal after the application window closes on May 20, 2026.
• Appear for the SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam (120 MCQs, 2 hours, offline mode) on May 31, 2026.
• Submit HSC marksheet on or before June 10, 2026 after completing the entrance exam.
• Check merit rank on the portal and complete fee payment to confirm the seat before the deadline.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want occupational therapy training at a hospital-integrated medical university in Chennai.
• You plan to register with RCI and practice as a licensed occupational therapist in India.
• You aim for careers in neurorehabilitation, paediatric OT, or geriatric therapy settings.
• You want the clinical depth that only a full teaching hospital on campus can provide.

✗ Skip if

• You prefer an occupational therapy college in North India closer to home.
• You need strong international placements or partnerships in occupational therapy.
• You are unable to commit to a 4.5-year program including the mandatory internship year.

SRIHER BOT Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Founder-Chancellor Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Up to INR 50,000 per year	From 2nd year based on merit and demonstrated financial need
Tamil Nadu BC/MBC/SC/ST Government Scholarship	As per government norms	Category-based for Tamil Nadu resident students
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	Varies by scheme	Economically weaker sections applying via NSP portal

• Institutional scholarships are awarded from the second year based on first-year academic performance.
• Government scholarships must be applied through official state portals before the applicable deadline.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, SRIHER ranks 397 out of 632 colleges in India and 37 in state Tamil Nadu for its BOT program.

• 11 out of 20 under India Today Medical Ranking 2025.
• 21 out of 50 under NIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
• 15 out of 57 under IIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
• 4 out of 23 under Outlook Medical Ranking 2021.

Read more on SRIHER Rankings here

SRIHER BOT FAQs

Ques. What is the duration of the BOT program at SRIHER?

Ans. The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at SRIHER is a 4.5-year program comprising 4 academic years of classroom and clinical training followed by a 6-month mandatory internship at SRIHER and affiliated occupational therapy settings. The internship is a compulsory component of the curriculum and must be completed before the final degree is awarded. Total tuition fees for the full program are INR 5,62,500.

Ques. What is the total fee for BOT at SRIHER?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the BOT program at SRIHER is INR 5,62,500 at INR 1,25,000 per year across 4.5 years. The Founder-Chancellor Merit-cum-Means Scholarship of up to INR 50,000 per year is available from the second year for eligible students with academic merit and financial need. Tamil Nadu government scholarships and NSP central schemes are also applicable for category students.

Ques. Can BOT graduates from SRIHER register with RCI?

Ans. Yes. The BOT program at SRIHER is recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). Graduates are eligible to register with RCI after completing the 4.5-year program including the mandatory internship. RCI registration is a legal requirement for practising as an occupational therapist in India, and SRIHER’s BOT degree fulfils the academic eligibility for this registration.

Ques. What are the career options after BOT from SRIHER?

Ans. BOT graduates from SRIHER can work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, psychiatric facilities, schools for children with disabilities, old-age homes, and private OT clinics. Specialisations after graduation include neurorehabilitation, hand therapy, paediatric OT, and vocational rehabilitation. Postgraduate options include M.Sc Occupational Therapy and related programs at universities across India and internationally.

Ques. How many seats are available in SRIHER BOT and is there a management quota?

Ans. SRIHER BOT has an annual intake of 40 seats. There is no management quota at SRIHER. All seats are filled on merit through the SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam score. No donation or capitation fee seats are available, and the entire admission process is conducted through the official SRIHER admissions portal in a fully transparent manner based on exam rank.

Ques. What clinical areas does SRIHER cover in the BOT curriculum?

Ans. The BOT program at SRIHER covers clinical training across multiple OT practice areas including neurorehabilitation for stroke and brain injury, paediatric occupational therapy for developmental delays and autism, geriatric rehabilitation, orthopaedic OT, and psychiatric occupational therapy. Students train in SRIHER’s Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and affiliated therapy centres, gaining exposure to a wide range of patient populations during the 4.5-year curriculum.