MVM College of Physiotherapy
Questions & answers
Courses, eligibility, admissions, clinical training, placements and campus life.
Which courses does MVM College of Physiotherapy offer?
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), a 5-year full-time programme including clinical internship, and the Master of Physiotherapy (MPT), a two-year programme in six specialisations: Musculo-skeletal Sciences, Sports Sciences, Cardio-vascular & Pulmonary, Paediatrics, Neurological Sciences and Community Health.
Which university is the college affiliated to?
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka. The college is approved by the Government of Karnataka, follows the guidelines of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP) and complies with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP).
Who can apply for BPT?
Students who have passed 10+2 / PUC (or an equivalent examination) with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, and English as a compulsory language, with at least 45% marks in PCB (40% for SC/ST and other reserved categories). Vocational Physiotherapy as an optional subject is also eligible. Candidates must be 17 years old by 31 December of the year of admission and provide a medical fitness certificate from a government medical officer.
Do I need NEET or CET for BPT?
No. NEET/CET is not mandatory for BPT. Admission is based on merit and counselling guidelines.
Who can apply for MPT?
Candidates with a BPT or B.Sc. (PT) degree (a full-time programme of 3½ or 4½ years) with at least 50% aggregate, who have completed a six-month compulsory rotating internship. BPT through correspondence or distance education is not eligible. An eligibility certificate from RGUHS is required before the last date of admission.
How do I apply?
Apply online on the MVM admissions portal, or call the admissions office on +91 70906 69999 / +91 96060 80656 or email admissions@mvminstitute.edu.in.
Where do students do their clinical training?
At CAPT – Centre for Advanced Physiotherapy, the college’s own clinic, at the college’s out-patient department and paediatric unit, and at Vagus Super Speciality Hospital, Malleswaram, our teaching hospital. The 5-year BPT includes a hands-on clinical internship.
Can I work abroad after graduating?
Yes. Through an exclusive MoU with Indische Deutsche Physiotherapeuten Germany e.V. (IDPG), MVM students get German language training (A1 to B2), document verification, direct interviews with German employers, visa guidance and help with recognition of their qualification, with no agents or hidden fees. See Placements.
Is there a hostel?
Yes. There are separate hostels for boys and girls on campus, with a dining hall. Read the hostel rules.
Are scholarships available?
Students can apply for Government of India schemes on the National Scholarship Portal and Government of Karnataka schemes on the State Scholarship Portal. See Scholarships.
Does the college accept international students?
Yes. We help with the student visa, a pre-arrival guide, airport pickup, FRRO registration, hostel accommodation and orientation. See International admissions.
Where is the campus?
MVM Educational Institutions, No.1336/72, Vikas Layout, Palanahalli, Maruthi Nagar, Yelahanka, Bengaluru 560064. Kempegowda International Airport is about 10 km away and Yelahanka railway station about 2 km. Plan a visit.
Begin your physiotherapy career at MVM
Admissions are open for 2026-27. Talk to our admissions team, visit the campus or apply online today.