ABVMU MOT : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. MOT (Master in Occupational Therapy) at ABVMU-affiliated colleges is a two-year postgraduate programme that deepens expertise in therapeutic intervention, functional rehabilitation, and adaptive strategies for people with physical, mental, or developmental disabilities. The curriculum covers advanced neurological OT, paediatric OT, psychosocial OT, ergonomics, assistive technology, and research methodology. Graduates are equipped for clinical specialisation, supervisory roles, and teaching in occupational therapy. Admission is through the CAHET Masters 2026 entrance exam held on 21 June 2026.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) degree from a recognised institution with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. The BOT must include a six-month compulsory internship, and the internship completion certificate must be submitted at the time of counselling document verification. The minimum age is 17 years as of 31 December 2026 with no upper age limit. Valid CAHET Masters 2026 score is mandatory. UP domicile is required for government college seats.

Ans. Total fees for the two-year MOT programme at ABVMU-affiliated colleges are INR 1.5 Lakhs for the complete course, equivalent to INR 75,000 per year. Fees are regulated by the UP Fee Regulatory Committee and may vary across institutions. A seat confirmation fee of INR 40,000 is deposited during counselling and adjusted against tuition at the allotted college. Candidates are advised to verify the exact fee structure with the specific college during the reporting process.

Ans. MOT graduates from ABVMU-affiliated colleges can work as senior occupational therapists in government hospitals, private rehabilitation centres, NGOs serving persons with disabilities, special schools, and corporate ergonomics programmes. OT posts under UP state health services and Central Government health schemes are available through competitive examinations. Lectureship and assistant professor posts in BOT colleges become accessible with teaching experience and a research publication record. International OT practice in countries with high allied health demand is also possible after meeting the respective licensing requirements.

Ans. CAHET Masters 2026 counselling for MOT follows the common ABVMU schedule. After qualifying the exam held on 21 June 2026 and checking the result declared on 29 June 2026, candidates register on www.abvmuup.edu.in before the Round 1 deadline, pay INR 500 registration fee and INR 5,000 security deposit, and lock MOT college preferences. Seat allocation is on 20 July 2026. Allocated candidates report to the college from 22 to 28 July 2026. A Mop-up Round with registration from 4 to 6 August 2026 and allotment on 7 August 2026 covers remaining seats.