Placement Statistics
The Bachelor of Technology in Physiotherapy program at M K University Patan has consistently achieved high placement rates, reflecting the strong demand for qualified professionals in the healthcare sector.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 900000 | 450000 | 430000 | 92.0% | 35 |
| 2023 | 850000 | 420000 | 400000 | 91.0% | 32 |
| 2022 | 800000 | 390000 | 370000 | 89.0% | 29 |
| 2021 | 750000 | 360000 | 340000 | 87.0% | 26 |
| 2020 | 700000 | 330000 | 310000 | 85.0% | 24 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The program attracts top-tier organizations from the healthcare and wellness industry, offering a wide range of career opportunities:
- Apollo Hospitals: Offers positions in clinical settings, research departments, and corporate roles related to physiotherapy services.
- Fortis Healthcare: Provides internships and full-time roles for graduates specializing in various areas such as cardiac rehab, neurology, and sports medicine.
- Medanta - The Medicity: Recruits professionals for multidisciplinary teams focusing on advanced treatment modalities and innovative therapies.
- Narayana Health: Offers placements in both urban and rural healthcare initiatives with emphasis on community health programs.
- Manipal Hospitals: Provides opportunities in research, teaching, and clinical practice across multiple specialties.
- Tata Memorial Hospital: Seeks experts for oncology rehabilitation and palliative care programs.
- AIIMS Delhi: Offers competitive positions in research, diagnostics, and patient care, particularly in specialized fields like neurorehabilitation.
- Christian Medical College, Vellore: Provides opportunities in academic and clinical roles, especially in pediatric and geriatric physiotherapy.
- Max Healthcare: Offers internships and job openings in cardiac and neurological units.
- Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital: Focuses on women's health and maternal care programs requiring specialized physiotherapy skills.
- Bajaj Healthcare: Provides roles in corporate wellness programs and preventive healthcare initiatives.
- SRL Healthcare: Recruits professionals for community outreach and telemedicine projects.
- Global Hospitals: Offers positions in both clinical and research capacities, emphasizing innovation in rehabilitation.
- Narayana Hrudayalaya: Focuses on cardiac and respiratory therapies, providing specialized training opportunities.
- KIMS Hospitals: Provides roles in general medicine, neurology, orthopedics, and sports physiotherapy.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The healthcare sector is a major driver of employment for physiotherapy graduates. Key sectors include:
- IT/Software: While not directly related, some graduates find opportunities in healthtech startups developing apps and platforms for remote patient monitoring or virtual therapy sessions.
- Core Engineering: Graduates may work with medical device manufacturers designing prosthetics, exoskeletons, or assistive technologies.
- Finance: Limited but growing opportunities exist in health economics, insurance claims analysis, and healthcare investment firms.
- Consulting: Some graduates join consulting firms specializing in healthcare strategy, policy development, or implementation of new therapies.
- Analytics: Data analysts with a background in physiotherapy can contribute to research studies or patient outcome evaluations using big data tools.
- PSUs: Government organizations such as the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare often recruit physiotherapists for public health programs.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in mid-year, coinciding with the end of the third year. Students are matched with partner hospitals based on their interests and performance during earlier semesters.
Historically, internships offer stipends ranging from Rs. 15000 to Rs. 30000 per month, depending on the hospital's location and size. Many students receive offers for full-time positions upon completion of their internship period.
Internship experiences are invaluable for building practical skills and establishing professional networks within the healthcare ecosystem. Students often return from internships with clear career goals and enhanced resumes, making them more attractive to future employers.