The Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) in Musculoskeletal and Sports at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a two-year postgraduate programme in physiotherapy offered at Mangaluru. The programme covers musculoskeletal physiotherapy assessment and joint mobilisation techniques, orthopaedic rehabilitation post-surgery and fracture management, manual therapy and soft tissue mobilisation, spine and low-back pain management, sports injury prevention and rehabilitation, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, electrotherapy and ultrasound therapy, functional rehabilitation, and clinical internship in orthopaedic and sports medicine units, preparing graduates for musculoskeletal physiotherapist, orthopaedic rehabilitation specialist, and sports physiotherapist roles. Yenepoya University ranks 454 in Collegedunia’s 2026 Medical colleges list in India. Total programme fee is INR 2,96,000 for the two years.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University MPT Musculoskeletal and Sports admissions for 2026-27 are open. Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in. Admission is based on Y-ENTRANCE score and BPT merit.
Key Points
- Two-year MPT in Musculoskeletal and Sports at Yenepoya University, Mangaluru
- Covers musculoskeletal physiotherapy assessment and joint mobilisation techniques, orth
- Eligibility: BPT from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Admission via Y-ENTRANCE university test and BPT merit
- Yenepoya University: NAAC A+ accredited; ranks 454 in Collegedunia 2026 Medical list
Yenepoya University MPT Musculoskeletal and Sports Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 1,48,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 1,48,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 2,96,000 |
- Verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in before admission.
- Hostel charges are separate; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in.
Yenepoya University MPT Musculoskeletal and Sports Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Yenepoya Application Window | July to September 2026; confirm at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- Admission: Y-ENTRANCE score and BPT merit.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with marksheets and internship certificate.
- Final selection after document verification at the physiotherapy department, Mangaluru.
- Confirm 2026-27 seat availability at yenepoya.edu.in or +91-8867754493.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates). Completion of the mandatory 6-month internship is required.
- A valid Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University entrance test) score is required. Merit-based direct admission on BPT marks may also be available; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Register for the Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored entrance test) for MPT admissions at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in.
- Submit the application with BPT marksheets, internship completion certificate, and supporting documents at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in.
- Merit list is declared based on Y-ENTRANCE score and BPT marks; shortlisted candidates receive an admission offer.
- Pay the Year 1 fee of INR 1,48,000 and complete document verification at the physiotherapy department, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is musculoskeletal physiotherapist in orthopaedic hospital or sports medicine
- Interest in manual therapy, orthopaedic rehabilitation, and sports injury management
- Yenepoya Medical College’s orthopaedic wards provide dedicated clinical training
- Fee of INR 2.96 Lakhs for a 2-year MPT in Musculoskeletal is competitive for a specialist PG
- Planning private physiotherapy practice or sports medicine clinic after MPT
✗ Skip if
- Specialisation preference is geriatric, oncology, or cardiopulmonary physiotherapy rather than musculoskeletal
- Top national sports institute or AIIMS Orthopaedics brand is required from day one
- Fee of INR 2.96 Lakhs is outside budget without scholarship or financial support
- Goal is MS Orthopaedics; MPT Musculoskeletal is allied physiotherapy, not clinical surgery
Yenepoya University MPT Musculoskeletal and Sports Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship: based on BPT marks or entrance rank.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state portal.
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