Admission Process Overview
The admission process for the Physiotherapy program at Des Pune University Pune begins with meeting the eligibility criteria and successfully clearing the qualifying examination. The university accepts admissions based on performance in national-level entrance examinations such as JEE Main or NEET.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Minimum age: 17 years as on 31st December of the admission year. Maximum age: 25 years (with relaxation for reserved categories). |
| Qualifying Exam | Passed 12th standard or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology as main subjects. |
| Minimum Percentage | 60% aggregate in 12th grade (55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates). |
| Subject Combination | Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology with minimum 50% marks in each subject. |
Admission Stages
- Application Submission: Candidates must submit an online application form through the official university portal. The application fee is ₹1000 for general category candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- Entrance Examination: Candidates must appear for either JEE Main or NEET, depending on the admission cycle. Results are declared by the conducting body and are valid for one year.
- Merit List Preparation: Based on entrance exam scores, a merit list is prepared considering category-wise cutoffs. The list includes rank, name, score, and category of candidates.
- Counseling Process: Interested candidates must attend the counseling session where they will be allotted seats based on their choices and availability.
- Seat Acceptance: Once a seat is allocated, candidates must confirm acceptance by paying the required fees within the specified deadline.
Admission Categories
The university follows the reservation policy as per government guidelines. The categories include General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD sub-categories. Each category has specific eligibility criteria and percentage of seats reserved.
Opening and Closing Ranks (Last Five Years)
| Year | General | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | EWS | PwD (Gen) | PwD (SC/ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1500 | 2800 | 3500 | 4000 | 1700 | 1600 | 2000 |
| 2023 | 1400 | 2600 | 3200 | 3800 | 1600 | 1500 | 1900 |
| 2022 | 1300 | 2400 | 3000 | 3500 | 1500 | 1400 | 1800 |
| 2021 | 1200 | 2200 | 2800 | 3300 | 1400 | 1300 | 1700 |
| 2020 | 1100 | 2000 | 2600 | 3100 | 1300 | 1200 | 1600 |
Exam Preparation Strategy
To excel in the entrance exams, aspirants should focus on:
- Building a strong foundation in core subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Practicing previous years' question papers to understand exam patterns and time management.
- Joining coaching institutes or online platforms for structured preparation.
- Maintaining a consistent study schedule with regular revision sessions.
Counseling Process
The counseling process involves multiple steps:
- Registration of choices based on merit and preferences.
- Verification of documents including identity proof, academic certificates, and category certificates if applicable.
- Allotment of seats according to the merit list and choices filled by candidates.
- Payment of fees within the specified deadline for seat confirmation.
Choice Filling Strategy
To maximize chances of getting into a preferred program:
- Research thoroughly about different institutions and their cutoffs.
- Fill choices strategically by placing high-preference colleges at the top and lower-ranked ones at the bottom.
- Be realistic about your rank and avoid overestimating chances of getting into very competitive institutions.