St John's Medical College Bangalore B.P.T : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No, NEET or KCET is not required for BPT admission at St. John's Institute of Physiotherapy. The college conducts its own entrance examination, which is a 1-hour paper-based MCQ test covering Class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. Selection is based on merit in this entrance examination. This is a significant advantage for students who may not have appeared for NEET or KCET, as they can still apply directly to St. John's through the college's own admission process.

Ans. The BPT entrance examination at St. John's covers the Class 11 and 12 syllabus in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. The exam is paper-based, MCQ format with OMR marking, and is 1 hour in duration (9:00 am to 10:00 am). There is no negative marking. Students should focus on NCERT/Karnataka PU Board textbooks for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Class 11 and 12) and standard English comprehension and grammar for preparation. The same entrance exam is common for both BPT and BOT (Bachelor of Occupational Therapy) admissions.

Ans. The total academic fee for the 4-year BPT programme (excluding internship year) is Rs. 10,31,920, which includes a one-time admission fee of Rs. 28,710 and annual fees of Rs. 2,57,980 per year. If a student opts for hostel accommodation (subject to availability), the hostel fee is approximately Rs. 2,33,000 (one-time), making the total estimated cost approximately Rs. 12,64,920 for the full programme including hostel. Additionally, refundable deposits (caution, library, laboratory) are payable at the time of admission and will be returned upon course completion. The application fee of Rs. 1,000 is non-refundable.

Ans. Yes, a stipend is paid to BPT students during the 1-year compulsory internship at St. John's. The internship is a rotational posting that takes place after the completion of the final year examination. Students who do not start the internship on the stipulated day will be required to complete additional postings, and the stipend will not be paid during this additional period. The exact amount of the stipend is not specified in the admission bulletin and may vary; students are advised to confirm the current stipend amount with the college at the time of admission.

Ans. Yes, students from CBSE, ICSE, and other state boards outside Karnataka are eligible to apply for BPT at St. John's, provided they meet the eligibility criteria (Class 12 with PCB, minimum 50% aggregate in PCB). However, candidates from boards other than the Karnataka PU Board are required to obtain an Eligibility Certificate from RGUHS at the time of admission. This certificate must be submitted to the Academic Section along with other original documents. Students from outside Karnataka should factor in this additional step when planning their admission.

Ans. Graduates of the BPT programme from St. John's are well-equipped for careers in clinical physiotherapy, sports physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and community health. Common career paths include working as a Physiotherapist in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports academies, corporate wellness centres, and government health departments. Many graduates also pursue the Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) programme at St. John's or other institutions to specialise in areas such as Musculoskeletal Sciences, Neurological Sciences, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Paediatrics, or Community Health. The strong clinical training at St. John's Medical College Hospital gives graduates a competitive edge in the job market.