International students (FN, NRI, OCI, PIO, CIWGC) can join BPT in Maharashtra through the official State CET Cell portal. No entrance exam — admission is on 12th-grade merit in Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Programme duration: 4.5 years (including a clinical internship).
About the programme
A four-and-a-half-year physiotherapy programme including a clinical internship, at recognised institutes across Maharashtra.
Who can apply
- Foreign Nationals (FN) — non-Indian passport holders
- Non-Resident Indians (NRI)
- Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)
- Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC)
- Children of Merchant Navy personnel
Entrance exam
Eligibility & key facts
| Academic eligibility | Completed 12th grade with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Duration | 4.5 years |
| State CET Cell fee | USD 1,200 one-time (USD 50 eligibility check + USD 1,150 registration) |
| Tuition | Varies by college; shown in the portal during choice filling |
| Where | 200+ participating colleges across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur |
How to apply on fn.mahacet.org
- Register on fn.mahacet.org. Create your free account with your name, e-mail and passport details.
- Submit documents for the eligibility check. Upload transcripts, passport and category documents, and pay the USD 50 eligibility-check fee.
- Receive your eligibility confirmation. The State CET Cell verifies your documents and confirms the courses you qualify for.
- Complete registration. Pay the USD 1,150 registration fee to activate your candidature.
- Fill your college choices. Select colleges and branches from the participating institutes listed in the portal.
- Accept your seat allotment. Receive your allotment letter and report to the college to complete admission.
Want the full picture? Read the detailed guide: BPT admission guide for international students.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an entrance exam for BPT?
No. Admission for international students is based on 12th-grade merit in Physics, Chemistry and Biology. No entrance exam is required for the international quota.
How long is the BPT programme?
BPT is a four-and-a-half-year programme that includes a clinical internship.
What does it cost to apply?
The State CET Cell fee is USD 1,200 in total — a USD 50 eligibility-check fee when you submit documents, and USD 1,150 registration after your eligibility is confirmed. Tuition is paid separately to the college you join.