The Apollo University Chittoor M.P.T Orthopaedics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. All three MPT specialisations at TAU share a common foundation in the first two semesters (ethics, research, exercise physiology, electrotherapy), but diverge in their specialty subjects from Semester I itself. MPT (Orthopaedics) focuses on musculoskeletal disorders, manual therapy, and rehabilitation of upper/lower extremities and the vertebral column. MPT (Neurology) covers CNS and PNS disorders and neurorehabilitation. MPT (Cardiopulmonary) deals with cardiac and respiratory conditions. Your choice should be guided by your clinical interest, prior internship experience, and long-term career goals. Orthopaedics is the most sought-after specialisation due to the high demand for musculoskeletal physiotherapists in hospitals, sports settings, and private clinics.

Ans. The official eligibility on the TAU website states that candidates need a BPT degree with at least 50% marks and 1 year of clinical experience. This clinical experience is typically fulfilled through the mandatory internship that is part of the BPT programme itself (most BPT programmes include a 6-month to 1-year internship in the final year). Fresh BPT graduates who have completed their internship as part of the degree are generally considered eligible. Candidates are advised to confirm this directly with the TAU admissions office if their internship was completed as part of the BPT curriculum.

Ans. The TAU entrance exam for MPT is conducted online and tests knowledge of physiotherapy fundamentals, anatomy, physiology, and clinical reasoning. The exam fee is Rs. 1,000. There is no officially published syllabus or previous year papers available on the TAU website, so candidates are advised to revise their BPT curriculum thoroughly, with a focus on musculoskeletal anatomy, physiotherapy assessment techniques, electrotherapy, and exercise physiology. The exam is followed by a personal interview where the research aptitude and clinical knowledge of the candidate are assessed.

Ans. The MPT programme at TAU includes structured clinical training across all four semesters: Clinical Training I (180 hours, Semester I), Clinical Training II - Specialty (270 hours, Semester II), and Clinical Training III - Specialty (270 hours, Semester IV). Clinical postings are conducted at Apollo-affiliated hospitals and the 800-bed district hospital on the TAU campus in Murakambattu, Chittoor. For MPT (Orthopaedics) students, clinical training focuses on orthopaedic wards, outpatient physiotherapy departments, and sports rehabilitation units. The Apollo Hospitals Group's network of 72+ hospitals also provides additional exposure opportunities.

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available at The Apollo University campus in Murakambattu, Chittoor, on a payment basis and subject to availability. Hostel is not mandatory for MPT students. Based on information available for other programmes at TAU, hostel costs are approximately Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per annum (including accommodation and meals). Candidates are advised to contact the TAU admissions office directly for the latest hostel fee details and availability for the 2026-27 session.

Ans. An MPT (Orthopaedics) from TAU opens doors to roles such as Senior/Specialist Physiotherapist in hospitals and rehabilitation centres, Sports Physiotherapist in sports academies and professional teams, Physiotherapy Consultant in private clinics, and Assistant Professor in physiotherapy colleges (with NET qualification). The Apollo Hospitals Group's network provides strong placement support for TAU graduates. Entry-level salaries for MPT graduates in India typically range from Rs. 3.5 to 6 lakhs per annum in hospitals, with higher packages in sports organisations, corporate wellness centres, and abroad. Graduates with strong clinical skills and research publications from the mandatory dissertation component tend to command better opportunities.