About

JSS College of Physiotherapy is one of the leading private physiotherapy colleges in Karnataka, located within the JSS Hospital Campus, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Mysuru, Karnataka – 570004. The college functions under JSS Mahavidyapeetha, a renowned educational organization with a long-standing legacy in medical and health sciences education. The institution is dedicated to providing high-quality physiotherapy education through academic excellence, clinical training, research, innovation, and community healthcare. It has earned a strong reputation for producing skilled physiotherapists who serve in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports medicine facilities, academic institutions, and healthcare organizations in India and abroad.

The college is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru and follows the curriculum prescribed by the university. The institution emphasizes evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary learning, and extensive clinical exposure through one of Karnataka's leading teaching hospitals.

The institution offers both the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) and Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) programmes. The BPT is a 4½-year programme, consisting of four years of academic study followed by a six-month compulsory internship. The college has an approved intake of 60 seats for BPT. The MPT is a 2-year postgraduate programme with 36 seats, offered in the specializations of Neurological Sciences, Musculoskeletal Sciences, Pediatrics, Movement Science, Sports Sciences, Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Sciences, and Community Health. The curriculum includes anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology, exercise therapy, electrotherapy, orthopaedic physiotherapy, neurological rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, sports physiotherapy, paediatric physiotherapy, community-based rehabilitation, research methodology, and evidence-based physiotherapy practice.

The campus provides excellent infrastructure for physiotherapy education, including smart classrooms, advanced exercise therapy and electrotherapy laboratories, anatomy laboratories, simulation and research facilities, computer laboratories, a well-stocked library, seminar halls, hostel accommodation, sports facilities, and modern student-support services. The institution also promotes research through the JSS Journal of Interdisciplinary Research (JSSJIR) and encourages scientific publications and evidence-based learning.

A major strength of the college is its comprehensive hospital-based clinical training. Students receive extensive supervised clinical exposure at the JSS Hospital, a large multispecialty teaching hospital attached to the institution. Clinical postings cover orthopaedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, intensive care, sports medicine, paediatric rehabilitation, musculoskeletal disorders, community-based rehabilitation, and multidisciplinary patient care. Every BPT student completes a six-month rotatory internship across various specialties, enabling them to develop strong clinical reasoning, communication skills, and professional competence before graduation.

Apart from academics, the college actively encourages participation in research projects, scientific conferences, seminars, workshops, physiotherapy camps, community outreach programmes, cultural events, sports activities, leadership programmes, and personality-development initiatives. Students also have opportunities to participate in clinical fellowships, journal clubs, case presentations, and evidence-based research, helping them build academic and professional excellence.

JSS College of Physiotherapy, Mysuru is regarded as one of the premier physiotherapy institutions in Karnataka. Offering RGUHS-affiliated BPT and MPT programmes, with an approved intake of 60 BPT seats and 36 MPT seats, the college combines experienced faculty, outstanding academic infrastructure, advanced research facilities, and exceptional clinical exposure through JSS Hospital. Its strong emphasis on evidence-based practice, research, innovation, and holistic student development makes it an excellent choice for students aspiring to build successful careers in physiotherapy, rehabilitation, sports medicine, community healthcare, research, and academics.

Strategic Location

JSS College of Physiotherapy is located at JSS Hospital Campus, Mahatma Gandhi Road (Ramanuja Road), Mysuru – 570004, Karnataka. The college is strategically situated in the heart of Mysuru with excellent connectivity to Mysuru Railway Junction, KSRTC Bus Stand, Chamundi Hills, Nanjangud, and Mandya. The institution provides students with direct access to the 1,800+ bed JSS Hospital, one of Karnataka's leading NABH-accredited multispecialty teaching hospitals, offering extensive clinical exposure in orthopaedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, sports medicine, paediatrics, women's health, geriatrics, and community-based rehabilitation.

Affiliation & Approval

The college is affiliated with JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), a Deemed-to-be University, and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The institution follows a competency-based curriculum with structured academic education, clinical training, research activities, university examinations, and compulsory internship requirements. The college also maintains high academic standards through quality assurance and interdisciplinary education.

Establishment & Background

JSS College of Physiotherapy was established in 1997 under JSS Mahavidyapeetha, one of India's oldest and most reputed educational organizations. The institution was founded with the objective of providing quality physiotherapy education through academic excellence, clinical practice, research, innovation, and ethical healthcare. Over the years, it has become one of Karnataka's leading physiotherapy colleges, producing highly skilled physiotherapy professionals serving healthcare institutions across India and abroad.

Modern Infrastructure

The college is spread across a 17-acre campus with excellent infrastructure that includes smart classrooms, anatomy and physiology laboratories, exercise therapy laboratory, electrotherapy laboratory, biomechanics laboratory, movement science laboratory, computer laboratories, digital library, museum, seminar halls, research laboratories, advanced rehabilitation equipment, Wi-Fi-enabled campus, separate hostels for boys and girls, sports facilities, cafeteria, transportation, and student support services.

Industry-Oriented Curriculum

The curriculum integrates classroom teaching with extensive clinical education and evidence-based practice. Students study Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Biochemistry, Biomechanics, Exercise Therapy, Electrotherapy, Orthopaedics, Neurology, Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Physiotherapy, Sports Physiotherapy, Community Physiotherapy, Women's Health Physiotherapy, Paediatric Physiotherapy, Research Methodology, and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Experienced Faculty

The institution has highly qualified professors, associate professors, assistant professors, clinical specialists, and researchers who provide classroom teaching, laboratory demonstrations, mentoring, research guidance, and hospital-based clinical supervision. Faculty members actively participate in research, publications, and interdisciplinary healthcare while emphasizing critical thinking, communication skills, ethical practice, leadership, and lifelong professional learning.

Scholarship Opportunities

The college provides guidance for eligible students to apply for Government of Karnataka, Government of India, and institutional scholarship schemes. Financial assistance is available for eligible students under SC, ST, OBC, Minority, Economically Weaker Section (EWS), merit-based, and other scholarship categories, subject to eligibility criteria and institutional policies.

Holistic Development

The college encourages students to participate in national and international conferences, workshops, continuing education programmes, research projects, physiotherapy camps, community outreach programmes, sports competitions, cultural festivals, leadership development activities, and personality development programmes. Students also participate in rural rehabilitation services, school health programmes, and interdisciplinary healthcare initiatives, helping them develop confidence, teamwork, leadership, communication skills, and social responsibility.

Campus Environment

The campus provides a safe, eco-friendly, and student-centred learning environment with modern academic facilities, advanced laboratories, digital learning resources, hostel accommodation, sports amenities, recreational facilities, and continuous hospital-based clinical exposure. The environment promotes innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, ethical healthcare, research excellence, and lifelong learning.

Placements & Career Support

The college provides excellent career guidance, internship opportunities, and placement assistance through JSS Hospital and collaborations with leading hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports medicine clinics, research organizations, and healthcare institutions in India and abroad. Graduates are well prepared for careers in multispecialty hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports organizations, wellness centres, academic institutions, research organizations, government healthcare services, and private physiotherapy practice. Students are also encouraged to pursue higher education, fellowships, and doctoral research.

Vision

To be a centre of excellence in physiotherapy education, research, patient care, and community service by producing globally competent, ethical, compassionate, and innovative physiotherapy professionals dedicated to improving health and quality of life.

Mission

To provide quality physiotherapy education through innovative teaching, advanced clinical training, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary research, ethical healthcare, and community engagement while developing competent professionals committed to lifelong learning, leadership, patient-centred rehabilitation, and excellence in healthcare.

JSS College of Physiotherapy is a premier private physiotherapy institution located in Mysuru, Karnataka. Established in 1997, the college is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru and is recognized by the Government of Karnataka. The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Physiotherapy, including Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) and Master of Physiotherapy (MPT).

Admission Criteria

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)

Admission Process

• Apply through the college application form (online/offline).
• The college scrutinizes the candidate's application and academic qualifications.
• Admission is offered based on merit and seat availability.
• Final admission is confirmed after document verification and fee payment.

Eligibility

• Must have passed 10+2 / PCB / equivalent from a recognized board.
• Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
• Must have secured 60%–65% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Candidates from boards other than Karnataka PCB must obtain an Eligibility Certificate from RGUHS.

Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)

Admission Process

• Submit the prescribed application form (online/offline).
• The college verifies the candidate's BPT qualification and internship completion.
• Admission is granted based on merit and seat availability.
• Final admission is confirmed after document verification and fee payment.

Eligibility

• Must have completed BPT / B.Sc. (PT) from a recognized university.
• Must have secured at least 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree.
• Must have completed the 6 months compulsory rotating internship.
• Candidates from universities other than RGUHS must obtain an Eligibility Certificate from RGUHS.

JSS College of Physiotherapy assists eligible students in applying for various Government of Karnataka and Government of India scholarship schemes, including Post-Matric Scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Minority, and other eligible categories, subject to government norms. The institution also provides guidance regarding education loans, scholarship documentation, financial aid procedures, and student support services. Students seeking information about institutional fee concessions or merit-based assistance are advised to contact the college administration directly.

Karnataka State Government Scholarship (SSP)

Eligible students belonging to SC, ST, Category-I, OBC, EWS, Minority, and other eligible categories can apply through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP). Benefits may include:

• Tuition fee reimbursement
• Maintenance allowance
• Hostel assistance (where applicable)
• Other educational benefits as per Government of Karnataka norms.

 National Scholarship Portal (NSP)

Eligible students can apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) for Central Government scholarship schemes, including:

• Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students
• OBC Scholarship
• Minority Scholarship
• Central Sector Scholarship
• Pragati Scholarship for Girl Students
• Saksham Scholarship for Students with Disabilities

JSS College of Physiotherapy places strong emphasis on clinical excellence, research, innovation, and career development. The college also conducts career guidance programmes, workshops, research activities, personality development sessions, and placement assistance. Graduates secure opportunities in multispecialty hospitals, rehabilitation centres, sports medicine clinics, academic institutions, research organizations, NGOs, wellness centres, and healthcare organizations in India and abroad.

The college is spread across a 17-acre campus and provides excellent academic and clinical infrastructure, including 11 smart lecture halls with display screens, 13 specialized physiotherapy laboratories, Anatomy and Physiology laboratories, Exercise Therapy Laboratory, Electrotherapy Laboratory, Biomechanics Laboratory, research laboratories, computer centre, museum, and advanced rehabilitation equipment. Students have access to a well-stocked library with thousands of books, e-books, national and international journals, HELINET digital resources, internet-enabled study areas, and reading halls.

JSS College of Physiotherapy provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. The girls' hostel is located within walking distance of the college and offers single-, double-, and triple-occupancy rooms with shared bathrooms, while boys are accommodated in the JSS Medical College campus hostel, subject to availability. The hostels provide hygienic vegetarian meals, study areas, reading rooms, safe drinking water, uninterrupted electricity, Wi-Fi, recreation facilities, resident wardens, CCTV surveillance, and 24×7 security, creating a safe and disciplined residential environment.

JSS College of Physiotherapy provides transport facilities for students and faculty through college vehicles supporting clinical postings, rural outreach programmes, community rehabilitation services, educational visits, and academic activities. The campus is centrally located on Mahatma Gandhi Road, Mysuru, with excellent connectivity through KSRTC buses, Mysuru city buses, railway services, and other public transportation, making commuting convenient for day scholars.