Dr Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation's College of Physiotherapy, Ahmednagar

Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation's College of Physiotherapy, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, was established in the year 2007. This co-educational, affiliated college is accredited by NAAC and has a quest for quality education. The campus area extends to approximately 42. 37 acres with a diversified range of physiotherapy programmes.

The institution has a total student enrolment of 236, with a faculty strength of 13, and provides an atmosphere conducive to learning and growth. It offers 6 courses across 3 degrees at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and at the doctoral level, all related to aspects of physiotherapy. Dr.

Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation's College of Physiotherapy, Ahmednagar, is affiliated with Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, and is recognised by the Government of Maharashtra. The college has excellent facilities that support students in their pursuit of knowledge. The campus has separate boys' and girls' hostels that provide comfortable accommodation to out-of-town students.

There is a well-equipped health centre with first-aid facilities to take care of the well-being of the college community. The modern gym is in place for the fitness enthusiast. One more special feature is the departmental library, which stock-wise has a gigantic collection of 12,822 books, including 9,773 textbooks and 3,049 reference books. Also, Dr.

Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation's College of Physiotherapy assures to maintain state-of-the-art IT Infrastructure and Laboratories to facilitate practical learning. There is a separate auditorium for events and seminars, and sports facilities that inculcate physical activity and sportsmanship.

Other facilities such as a convenience store, guest rooms, a cafeteria, and banking facilities make campus life comfortable and, therefore, convenient. Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundations College of Physiotherapy imparts comprehensive courses related to the field of Physiotherapy. The institution imparts 6 full-time courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.

At the undergraduate level, the institution has the BPT course. The institute also has the following specialised Master of Physiotherapy, namely MPT, with Cardio-vascular and Respiratory Physiotherapy, Community Physiotherapy, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, and Neuro Physiotherapy at the postgraduate level. A Ph. D. course in Philosophy is also available for students who wish to contribute to research and academia.

Course Name Total Number of Seats Total Fees BPT 60 Rs 454500 MPT Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiotherapy 2 Rs 230000 MPT Community Physiotherapy 2 Rs 230000 MPT Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 2 Rs 230000 MPT Neuro Physiotherapy 2 Rs 230000 The admission process at the Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation's College of Physiotherapy is to admit only those who are most deserving.

The merit-based admission to the BPT course is also based on the performance in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test ( NEET UG ). In effect, this makes sure that only students with a strong science background and an aptitude for physiotherapy get admitted to the course.

In the case of MPT programmes in Cardio-Vascular and Respiratory Physiotherapy, Community Physiotherapy, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, and Neuro Physiotherapy, the PGP-CET would be the base for admission.