Allied health sciences admission in India
Allied health sciences are the professional healthcare degrees outside MBBS and BDS: physiotherapy, nursing, pharmacy, optometry and the medical technology courses that run hospital laboratories, imaging departments and operation theatres. Many students who do not get an MBBS or BDS seat choose these courses for a hospital-based career with lower fees.
The table above lists universities and colleges with their official fees, taken from each institution's own website or fee document. Each college page shows the fee for every allied course it offers, the year of the fee and the source.
Courses in this section
| Course | Duration | What you become |
|---|---|---|
| BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) | 4.5 years incl. 6-month internship (some universities show 5 years) | Physiotherapist in hospitals, sports and rehabilitation |
| BSc Nursing | 4 years | Registered nurse |
| BPharm | 4 years | Pharmacist; pharmaceutical industry roles |
| BOptom / BSc Optometry | 4 years (3 + 1-year internship) | Optometrist |
| BSc MLT (Medical Laboratory Technology) | 3 to 4 years | Clinical laboratory technologist |
| BSc Radiology / Medical Imaging Technology | 3 to 4 years | X-ray, CT and MRI technologist |
| BSc Operation Theatre & Anaesthesia Technology | 3 to 4 years | OT and anaesthesia technologist |
Eligibility
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (most courses also accept Mathematics for BPharm), usually with 45 to 50% marks; the exact minimum is set by each university.
- Some universities admit on merit, others through their own entrance test or interview. A few (for example some BPT programmes) ask for a NEET-UG score.
- BSc Nursing needs Class 12 with PCB and English.
How admission works
- Shortlist: choose the course and a budget; fees range widely, from about Rs 2 lakh to over Rs 12 lakh for the full course.
- Apply: each university has its own online application, entrance test or merit list.
- Confirm the seat: pay the first-year fee to the university's official account and report with your documents.
Admission support with XEAL Education Works
- Free counselling: we match your marks, interests and budget with the right course and university.
- Applications and entrance tests: we track deadlines and help with forms and documents.
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Frequently asked questions
Is NEET required for allied health sciences?
Usually not. Most universities admit on Class 12 marks or their own entrance test. A few universities ask for NEET-UG for BPT, so check the college page.
Which is better, BPT or BSc Nursing?
Both lead to hospital careers. BPT is for physiotherapy and rehabilitation; BSc Nursing leads to registered nurse roles in India and abroad. Choose by interest; we can help you compare colleges and fees.
Are fees on this page official?
Yes. Every fee comes from the institution's own website or fee document, and each college page names the source and year. Fees change every year, so confirm with us before paying.
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