NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy (also known as NIPT Mangalore), established in 1997, is one of the best physiotherapy colleges in Karnataka. The institute is a constituent unit of the NITTE University and is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Bangalore. Additionally, NIPT Mangalore has been approved by Government of India and Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP) as well. With the remarkable clinical facilities offered at the 1000-bed super-specialty K S Hegde Charitable Hospital, the students gain exposure and training, necessary for their profession.

NIPT Mangalore offers Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) and Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) at UG and PG level, respectively. Additionally, the institute offers a three-month Certificate in Yoga as part of its academic curriculum. NIPT Mangalore admission process 2021 is conducted online and is entrance-based.

• Admission to BPT is strictly based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University
• MPT admission is based on the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University

Applications at NIPT Mangalore begin in the month of August every year. Here are the important dates around registration, application and entrance examination conducted by NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy for UG and PG programme:

NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy Mangalore offers BPT as undergraduate level. The course duration of the programme is four years including six months of rotating internship compulsory for all the students. NIPT Mangalore BPT admission is entrance-based.

Selection criteria: Final admission to BPT programme is strictly based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University.

NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy also offers MPT programme in five different specialisations at PG level. The course duration of the programme is two years and the annual seat intake of MPT is 25 across all specialisations. Candidates must be physically fit at the time of admission and must obtain a medical certificate duly signed from a gazetted medical officer.

Selection criteria: Admission to MPT is based on scores obtained in the last qualifying examination, followed by a PI round.

For NITTE Institutes of Physiotherapy application process 2021, candidates must apply in online mode for admission to UG and PG programme. Below mentioned are the step-by-step process of application:

1. Visit the official website (nipt.nitte.edu.in)

1. Download the application form from under the ‘Admission’ tab
2. Fill in the required details
3. Attach all the required documents
4. Submit the filled application form along with the admission fee at NIP admission office

Note: Candidates can obtain the admission form from the admission office of NITTE University as well.

• Class 12 or equivalent mark sheet/pass certificate- Original + three attested photocopies
• Class 10 or equivalent mark sheet/pass certificate for proof of date of birth- Original + three attested photocopies
• Transfer certificate- Original + three attested photocopies
• Conduct certificate- Original
• Migration certificate (for Non-Karnataka students)
• Eligibility Certificate issued by the Registrar, NITTE University
• Physical Fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certificate
• Photographs- Recent color photo with white background, 35 mm X 45 mm (Passport-size) and 20 mm X 25 mm (Stamp size)
• Aadhaar Card copy of the student

• BPT/BSc (PT) mark sheet of all the years
• Internship completion certificate
• Provisional degree/ Degree certificate
• Migration certificate
• Class 10 pass certificate for proof of date of birth
• Transfer certificate
• Conduct certificate
• Physical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certiicate
• Photographs: Recent color photo with white background, of size 35 mm x 45 mm (Passport) and 20 mm x 25 mm (Stamp size)
• Aadhaar card

Q. What is the seat intake of BPT at NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy? 

A. The annual intake of the institute is 60 seats for BPT at NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy.

Q. What is the admission process of BPT at NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy?

A. Final admission to BPT programme is strictly based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University.

Q. What all documents are required for the college allotment in BSc (Nursing) at NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy?

• Class 12 or equivalent mark sheet
• Transfer certificate
• Conduct certificate
• Migration certificate (for Non-Karnataka students)
• Eligibility Certificate issued by the Registrar, NITTE University
• Physical Fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certificate
• Photographs
• Aadhaar Card

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for BPT at NIPT Mangalore?

A. A pass in Class 12 or equivalent examination approved by NITTE with not less than 40% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Biology is eligible for admission.

Q. Is there any age limit for admission in BPT at NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy? 

A. Yes, candidates should have completed 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.

Q. How many seats are offered in MPT at NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy?

A. An annual intake of 25 seats is offered in MPT across five specialisations at NIPT.

Q. What is the selection criteria for MPT at NIPT Mangalore?

A. Admission to MPT is based on scores obtained in the last qualifying examination, followed by a PI round.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for MPT at NIPT Mangalore?

A. Candidates must have a BPT degree from a recognised institute/university to apply for MPT programme.

Q. What all documents are required for admission to MPT programme?

• Class 12 mark sheet/pass certificate
• BSc (N)/ PB BSc (N) mark sheets of all the years
• GNM mark sheet and Diploma certificate (in case of PB BSc Nursing candidates)
• Degree/Provisional degree certificate
• Registration certificate Issued by the State Nursing Council
• Experience certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Eligibility certificate issued by the Registrar, NITTE University
• Migration certificate
• Physical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Blood group certificate
• Aadhaar Card

• Nitte (Deemed to be University) is placed in the rank band of 100-200 among participating Universities from all over the world in three categories of the Impact Rankings by Times Higher Education 2021
• Ranked 45th overall among the Multidisciplinary Universities of India by The Week News magazine in 2021
• Ranked 12th among the Private Multidisciplinary Universities and 6th among the Private Multidisciplinary Universities in South Zone, India by The Week-Hansa Research Best Colleges Survey 2021
• NitteDU completed its second cycle of accreditation by National Assessment and Accreditation Council, India, in March 2021
• Institute has 21 rural health centres for internship postings, Advances teaching-learning facilities to promote research and publications, Encouragement to extra-curricular activities
• Institute offer a Student exchange program with the University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
• Institute has Attached to the 1000 bed multi-specialty K S Hegde Hospital for hospital-based clinical training
• Nitte (Deemed to be University) has been awarded a Diamond rating by QS I-GAUGE Indian College and University Ratings