Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] {Lateral}

BPT Lateral Entry at The Neotia University is a two-year programme for diploma in physiotherapy holders seeking to complete the full BPT degree. TNU offers this lateral route, enabling practising diploma holders to upgrade through a streamlined curriculum covering advanced clinical physiotherapy, rehabilitation science, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and clinical internship. Graduates receive a full BPT degree eligible for state physiotherapy council registration.

📋 Admission Status: BPT Lateral Entry admissions at The Neotia University for 2026-27 are based on diploma in physiotherapy merit. Eligible candidates must hold a recognised Diploma in Physiotherapy with at least 55% marks.

Key Points

• BPT Lateral at TNU, UGC-approved 2-year programme.
• Total fees (2 years): INR 4,93,000.
• Admission on physiotherapy diploma merit, lateral to Year 3.
• Covers advanced clinical physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and internship.
• Full BPT degree eligible for state physiotherapy council registration.

The Neotia University BPT Lateral Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 (includes one-time fee)	INR 2,49,000
Year 2 (includes exam fee)	INR 2,44,000
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 4,93,000

• Year 1 includes the one-time fee and two semester tuitions.
• Year 2 includes two semester tuitions and exam fee.
• Hostel and transport charges are separate. Confirm at tnu.in.

The Neotia University BPT Lateral Admission 2026

Event	Date
TNU Lateral Entry Application Open	May 2026 (Tentative)
Document Verification / Merit List	June to July 2026 (Tentative)
Seat Allotment	July 2026 (Tentative)
BPT Lateral Year 3 Classes Begin	August 2026 (Tentative)

• Apply at tnu.in for BPT Lateral Entry 2026-27.
• Submit diploma in physiotherapy marksheets and institute certificate.
• Merit-based on diploma percentage. Attend verification at TNU.
• Complete fee payment after seat allotment to confirm BPT lateral enrolment.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognised institution affiliated to a state board or university with at least 55% aggregate marks (50% for reserved categories). The diploma institute must be recognised by the respective state paramedical or physiotherapy council. Candidates must provide a certificate of recognition from the issuing institution. Age and other norms as per TNU and applicable paramedical council regulations apply. Candidates awaiting diploma results may apply provisionally.

Admission Process

• Check tnu.in for the BPT Lateral Entry admission notification 2026-27.
• Apply online and upload diploma in physiotherapy marksheets and recognition certificate.
• Merit list is based on diploma percentage. Attend document verification.
• Complete fee payment after seat allotment to confirm BPT lateral enrolment.

✓ Opt for this if

• Diploma physiotherapy holders upgrading to full BPT in 2 years.
• WB-based paramedical diploma students wanting physiotherapy degree.
• Practising physio diploma holders needing state council registration.
• Affordable 2-year lateral upgrade for rehabilitation career aspirants.
• Students targeting sports clinics, rehab, or hospital physio roles.

✗ Skip if

• Fresh 10+2 students needing regular 4.5-year BPT route.
• Those requiring NAAC-graded institution for hospital employer recognition.
• Metro-city hospital physiotherapy department network expected.
• Candidates without prior diploma in physiotherapy from recognised institute.
• Those seeking PG physiotherapy without completing BPT first.

The Neotia University BPT Lateral Placement 2026

Metric	Value
Placement Support	Active placement cell, campus recruitment drives
Key Sectors	Healthcare, Education, Banking, Agribusiness, IT, Government
Notable Recruiters	As per TNU annual placement reports, check tnu.in

The Neotia University BPT Lateral Placement 2026

Metric	Value
Placement Support	Active placement cell, campus recruitment drives
Key Sectors	Healthcare, Education, Banking, Agribusiness, IT, Government
Notable Recruiters	As per TNU annual placement reports, check tnu.in

The Neotia University BPT Lateral Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
SVMCM Scholarship (WB)	As per WB government norms	Meritorious students from West Bengal, apply via wbmsc.gov.in
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship	As per NSP norms	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students, apply via scholarships.gov.in
Minority Scholarship (WB/Central)	As per scheme norms	Minority students, apply via wbmdk.gov.in or scholarships.gov.in
TNU Merit Scholarship	As per TNU norms	Merit-based, check tnu.in for current scheme details

• SVMCM and WB government scholarships applied at wbmsc.gov.in.
• NSP and central scholarships applied at scholarships.gov.in.
• Contact TNU admissions office for institutional scholarship details.

The Neotia University BPT Lateral FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for BPT Lateral at The Neotia University?

Ans. The total fee for BPT Lateral Entry at The Neotia University is INR 4,93,000 for the two-year programme. This includes a one-time admission fee of INR 29,000, four semesters at INR 1,10,000 each, and a final exam fee of INR 24,000. Hostel and transport are charged separately. Confirm the current fee at tnu.in before applying.

Ques. What is the eligibility for BPT Lateral Entry at TNU?

Ans. Eligibility for BPT Lateral Entry at TNU requires a Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognised board or university with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). The diploma institution must be council-recognised. Candidates awaiting final diploma results may apply provisionally. Merit in the diploma programme is used as the selection criterion, with seat allotment based on merit ranking.

Ques. What year do lateral BPT students join at TNU?

Ans. BPT Lateral Entry candidates at TNU join the third year of the four-and-a-half year BPT programme, as lateral entry is at the Year 3 (fifth semester) level. This means they complete two years (four semesters) of the BPT curriculum covering advanced clinical physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and the mandatory clinical internship, resulting in a full BPT degree on completion.

Ques. What career options are available after BPT Lateral from TNU?

Ans. After BPT Lateral from The Neotia University, graduates can work as physiotherapists in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports medicine clinics, orthopaedic care facilities, neurological rehabilitation units, and community health centres. The BPT degree also qualifies graduates for state physiotherapy council registration. Further studies include MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) in specialisations such as Orthopaedics, Neurology, Sports, or Cardiopulmonary physiotherapy.

Ques. Is the BPT Lateral degree from TNU recognised by physiotherapy councils?

Ans. The BPT degree from The Neotia University is awarded by a UGC-approved private university established under WB Act XXIII of 2014. Graduates can apply for registration with the West Bengal Physiotherapy Council and other state physiotherapy councils after completing the BPT lateral programme. Candidates should verify council recognition specific to their state before applying, as council recognition norms may vary by state.

Ques. How is the BPT Lateral admission process conducted at TNU?

Ans. BPT Lateral Entry admission at TNU is merit-based using diploma in physiotherapy percentage as the selection criterion. Candidates apply online at tnu.in, upload diploma certificates and recognition documents, and attend document verification. A merit list determines seat allotment, and selected candidates complete fee payment to confirm enrolment. TNU does not conduct a separate entrance test for BPT lateral entry.