Diploma in Physiotherapy

CTEVT
3 years
Rs.
Updated December 14, 2025

University

CTEVT

Duration

3 years

Fee

Rs.

Colleges

3+

Summary

Three-year CTEVT diploma producing skilled middle-level physiotherapy professionals capable of working in clinical and community health settings.

The Diploma in Physiotherapy under CTEVT is a six-semester program designed to develop competent physiotherapy assistants. The curriculum integrates basic sciences, core physiotherapy techniques, clinical rehabilitation, and community-based practice. Graduates acquire knowledge and skills in therapeutic exercise, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, massage, and patient rehabilitation. The program emphasizes professional ethics, hygiene, first aid, and health management, preparing students for employment in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and community health programs, as well as self-employment opportunities in physiotherapy services.

Description

Curricular Structure

YearSubjectsWeekly HoursTotal Marks
FirstEnglish, Nepali, Social Studies, Anatomy & Physiology, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Applications37850
SecondApplied Anatomy & Physiology, Bio-Mechanics, Therapeutic Exercise, Electrotherapy, Medicine & Surgery, Psychology, Pathology & Pharmacology, Community Rehabilitation39975
ThirdPhysiotherapy in Clinical Conditions I (Cardio-respiratory & Medicine & Surgery), Physiotherapy in Clinical Conditions II (Orthopedics & Neurology), Rehabilitation Medicine, Health Care Management, Clinical Practices  

Features

Features

  • CTEVT nationally recognized curriculum
  • Residential program with hands-on clinical and community practice
  • Focus on therapeutic exercises, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, and massage
  • Practical training in clinical conditions and community rehabilitation
  • Professional ethics, hygiene, and first aid integration
  • Middle-level physiotherapy workforce development

Admission Process

Admission Process

  • Completion of SLC/SEE or equivalent with minimum grade C in Mathematics, Science, and English
  • Submission of SLC pass certificate, character certificate, and citizenship certificate
  • Merit-based selection according to CTEVT guidelines

 

 

Job Prospects

Job Prospects

  • Physiotherapy assistant in hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers
  • Community physiotherapy practitioner
  • Non-gazetted 1st class technical positions as physiotherapy professional
  • Employment in public health institutions, private hospitals, and NGOs
  • Self-employment in physiotherapy services
  • Registration with related licensing authorities (if applicable)

Colleges Offering This Course

Pioneer International College

Vinayak College of Health Science

Koshi Health Institute