medicine
Physiotherapist
Help people move, heal and recover.
Typical earnings: ₹3–8 LPA; sports and private practice pay more
What is this career?
Physiotherapists treat injuries, pain and movement problems through exercise, manual therapy and rehabilitation — working with athletes, patients after surgery and the elderly.
What does this professional do?
Assesses movement problems, designs exercise and therapy plans, uses equipment and hands-on techniques, and tracks recovery.
Who may enjoy this career?
Students interested in biology and sports, who like hands-on work and seeing direct improvement in people.
What to do after Class 12
PCB in Class 11–12, then Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) via state CETs or university entrances.
Course duration
4.5 years (incl. internship)
Approximate fees
₹50,000–₹3,00,000 per year — verify per college
Further study
MPT specialisation (sports, neuro, ortho), PhD.
Subjects to consider after Class 10
- Science (Biology)
Available courses
- BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy)
Entrance examinations
College options
- Manipal (MAHE)
- Jamia Hamdard
- SRM
- Govt physiotherapy colleges
Career opportunities
- Hospitals
- Sports teams
- Own clinic
- Rehabilitation centres
- Fitness industry
Alternative careers
Occupational TherapistSports ScientistNurse
Step-by-step roadmap
- 1Biology in Class 10
- 2PCB in Class 11
- 3CET/university entrance
- 4BPT degree
- 5Internship
- 6Clinic or hospital role
- 7MPT specialisation