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The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) at PES University, Bangalore, is a 4.5-year full-time undergraduate program (4 years of academic study + 6 months of mandatory internship, totalling 5 years) offered at the Electronic City (EC) Campus. Affiliated with PES University (NAAC A+ accredited) and approved by the relevant regulatory bodies, the program is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and clinical skills in physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and physical healthcare. The total seat intake is 80 seats (32 CET quota + 48 PES quota). The annual tuition fee is Rs. 2,20,000 (PESU Merit Fee), making the total tuition fee Rs. 9,90,000 for 4.5 years. The program is offered at the EC Campus, which houses a 1,000-bed general hospital and a 300-bed super-specialty hospital, providing exceptional clinical exposure from the early years of study.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are upcoming. Admission is through the PES University Entrance Process and/or the Government CET (Karnataka CET for allied health sciences). Candidates are advised to register on the PES University admissions portal (admissions.pes.edu) and monitor the Karnataka CET schedule for 2026.

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BPT at PESU is offered at the Electronic City (EC) Campus, with access to a 1,000-bed general hospital and a 300-bed super-specialty hospital for clinical training.
Total seat intake is 80 seats: 32 CET quota seats and 48 PES quota seats.
The program duration is 4.5 years (4 years academic + 6 months internship), totalling 5 years.
Students gain hands-on clinical exposure from the first year itself, covering orthopaedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, paediatrics, and sports physiotherapy.
PES University has a Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) and PESU Venture Labs to support entrepreneurial aspirations.
Strong alumni network and centralised placement cell provide career support from the first semester.
Higher education options (MPT and other PG programs) are available within PES University after BPT completion.

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PESU BPT Fees

The BPT program at PES University is priced at Rs. 2,20,000 per annum (PESU Merit Fee) for the 2026-27 academic year, with a one-time non-refundable administrative charge of Rs. 10,000. The total tuition fee for 4.5 years amounts to Rs. 9,90,000. CET quota fees may differ as per government norms.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (per annum)	Rs. 2,20,000
One-time Administrative Charges (non-refundable)	Rs. 10,000
Total Tuition Fee (4.5 years)	Rs. 9,90,000
Total Fees (including admin charges)	Rs. 10,00,000

The fee mentioned above is the PESU Merit Fee for 2026-27; CET quota fees may differ as per government norms.
Payment is accepted only by Demand Draft (DD) in favor of "PES UNIVERSITY - GENERAL FUND", payable at Bangalore.
Payments by RTGS/NEFT/Cash/Cheque are not accepted.
Education loan of up to 100% is available through Union Bank of India for eligible students.
PES University Loyalty Benefit Program is available for staff, students, and alumni of PES.
Hostel fees are separate and optional; the EC Campus has hostel facilities for both boys and girls.

PESU BPT Admission 2026

Admissions to BPT at PES University are conducted through the PES University Entrance Process and/or the Karnataka Government CET for allied health sciences. For the 2026-27 academic year, candidates should register on the PES University admissions portal (admissions.pes.edu) and monitor the Karnataka CET schedule. CET quota seats (32 seats) are filled through government counselling, while PES quota seats (48 seats) are filled through the PES Entrance Process.

PES University BPT Admission Dates 2026 (Tentative)

Event	Date
PES University Admissions Portal Opens	As announced on admissions.pes.edu
Karnataka CET 2026 Registration	As announced by KEA (Tentative: April/May 2026)
Karnataka CET 2026 Exam	As announced by KEA (Tentative: May/June 2026)
Karnataka CET 2026 Result	As announced by KEA (Tentative: June/July 2026)
KEA CET Counselling for Allied Health Sciences	July/August 2026 (Tentative)
PES University Entrance Process / PESSAT	As announced on admissions.pes.edu
Batch Commencement	August/September 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects from a recognized board.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCB for General category (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Karnataka state norms).
Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31 of the year of admission.
Must qualify the PES University Entrance Test or Karnataka CET for allied health sciences.

Admission Process

Register on the PES University admissions portal (admissions.pes.edu) and apply for BPT.
Appear for the PES University Entrance Test (PESSAT) for PES quota seats.
For CET quota seats: Register on the KEA portal and participate in Karnataka CET counselling for allied health sciences after results are declared.
Attend the PES University selection process as applicable.
Report to the college with original documents and complete fee payment by DD.
Complete admission formalities as per the college checklist.

PESU BPT Scholarships 2026

PES University offers merit-based scholarships to BPT students based on their academic performance post-admission. The Prof. MRD Scholarship provides a 50% tuition fee refund to the top 5% of students, while the Prof. CNR Rao Scholarship offers a 40% tuition fee refund to the next 20% of students. Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC and minority students are also available through the National Scholarship Portal and Karnataka state scholarship schemes.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit
Prof. MRD Scholarship (PES University)	Top 5% of students based on CGPA (post-admission)	Merit Certificate + 50% Tuition Fee Refund
Prof. CNR Rao Scholarship (PES University)	Next 20% of students based on SGPA (post-admission)	Merit Certificate + 40% Tuition Fee Refund
Distinction Award (PES University)	Students securing 7.75+ SGPA	Merit Certificate
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) - Central Sector Scheme	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students with family income below prescribed limit	As per government norms
Karnataka State Scholarship	Karnataka domicile SC/ST/OBC students	As per state government norms
Union Bank of India Education Loan	Eligible students	Up to 100% financing at nominal interest

PES University scholarships are awarded post-admission based on academic performance; not guaranteed at the time of admission.
Scholarships are not applicable to students in their final year of study.
A student is eligible for only one PES University award per semester/year.
Scholarship conditions are subject to change by the University Scholarship Committee each year.
Government scholarships require separate applications through the NSP portal or Karnataka state scholarship portal.

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PESU BPT FAQs

Ques. Is BPT at PES University a 4-year or 5-year program?

Ans. The BPT program at PES University is a 4.5-year program: 4 years of academic study followed by 6 months of mandatory internship. The total duration including internship is 5 years. The internship is conducted at the PES University hospitals and affiliated healthcare centers.

Ques. What is the clinical exposure like for BPT students at PES University?

Ans. BPT students at PESU benefit from exceptional clinical exposure due to the 1,000-bed general hospital and 300-bed super-specialty hospital located on the Electronic City campus. Students get hands-on training in orthopaedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, paediatrics, sports physiotherapy, and more, under the supervision of experienced doctors and physiotherapists.

Ques. What is the difference between CET quota and PES quota seats for BPT at PES University?

Ans. CET quota seats (32 out of 80) are filled through Karnataka Government CET counselling via KEA, and the fee for these seats is government-regulated (may be lower). PES quota seats (48 out of 80) are filled through the PES University Entrance Process (PESSAT), and the fee is Rs. 2,20,000 per annum (PESU Merit Fee). Students from outside Karnataka can apply for PES quota seats directly.

Ques. What are the career prospects after completing BPT from PES University?

Ans. BPT graduates from PES University can work as Clinical Physiotherapists, Sports Physiotherapists, Paediatric Physiotherapists, Geriatric Physiotherapists, Orthopaedic Physiotherapists, or pursue higher education (MPT). They can work in hospitals, healthcare networks, sports organizations, private clinics, government healthcare organizations, and educational institutions. Entrepreneurship in private practice is also a popular option.

Ques. Can BPT students pursue higher education after completing the program at PES University?

Ans. Yes. PES University offers higher education options for BPT graduates, including Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) and other postgraduate programs. The university's strong alumni network and academic reputation also facilitate admissions to reputed institutions in India and abroad.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for BPT students at PES University's Electronic City Campus?

Ans. Yes. The Electronic City Campus has hostel facilities for both boys and girls. Hostel fees are separate from the tuition fees and are optional. Students can also arrange their own accommodation near the campus. Transportation facilities are also available on campus.