About

Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy (LMCP), Mangaluru is a private physiotherapy college located in Mangaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1997, the college is managed by the Academy of Liberal Education (ALE), a renowned educational trust founded by the late Justice K. S. Hegde, former Speaker of the Lok Sabha and former Judge of the Supreme Court of India. The institution was established with the vision of providing high-quality physiotherapy education, promoting clinical excellence, research, innovation, and compassionate patient care. Its mission is to prepare competent physiotherapy professionals capable of meeting the evolving healthcare needs of society through ethical practice and lifelong learning.

The college is situated at A.J. Towers Campus, Balmatta, Mangaluru, Karnataka – 575002, with academic and clinical training facilities closely associated with the A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre. The campus offers a modern educational environment equipped with academic blocks, laboratories, library, hostel facilities, and recreational amenities. Located in the heart of Mangaluru, the college enjoys excellent connectivity through road, rail, and air. Mangaluru International Airport, the central railway station, and major bus terminals are easily accessible, making commuting convenient for students from across India.

Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. The college is recognized by the Government of Karnataka and follows the curriculum and academic regulations prescribed by RGUHS. The institution maintains high academic standards through experienced faculty, clinical training, and continuous quality improvement. It has earned a good reputation among physiotherapy colleges in Karnataka for its emphasis on practical education and healthcare service.

The college is part of the Laxmi Memorial Education Trust and A.J. Group of Institutions, which include A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Laxmi Memorial College of Nursing, Laxmi Memorial College of Medical Laboratory Technology, and other allied health science institutions. Students benefit from interdisciplinary learning, state-of-the-art laboratories, and clinical exposure in a multispecialty teaching hospital. The physiotherapy departments include Orthopaedics, Neurology, Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Sports Physiotherapy, Community-Based Rehabilitation, and Rehabilitation Medicine, supported by qualified faculty and clinical experts.

Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy offers Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes, including Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) and Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) in selected specializations. Admissions are conducted according to the norms of RGUHS and the Government of Karnataka. Candidates seeking admission to the BPT programme must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, while MPT applicants must possess a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) degree from a recognized institution along with completion of the mandatory internship. Admissions are generally merit-based and may include institutional admission procedures. Eligible students can apply for Government of Karnataka scholarships, SC/ST scholarships, OBC scholarships, Minority scholarships, merit scholarships, and other financial assistance schemes as per prevailing guidelines.

The college provides excellent infrastructure with well-equipped physiotherapy laboratories, exercise therapy laboratories, electrotherapy laboratories, anatomy and physiology labs, biomechanics laboratories, computer centre, digital classrooms, seminar halls, central library, Wi-Fi-enabled campus, research facilities, hostel accommodation, cafeteria, transportation services, and sports facilities. Students receive extensive clinical training through the associated multispecialty teaching hospital, enabling them to develop practical skills in assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and patient management.

Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy has an active Training and Placement Cell that supports students through internships, hospital postings, career guidance programmes, personality development sessions, workshops, and placement assistance. Graduates secure employment in multispecialty hospitals, rehabilitation centres, physiotherapy clinics, sports medicine centres, wellness centres, community health organizations, educational institutions, and research organizations. Many students also pursue higher education and international career opportunities in physiotherapy and rehabilitation sciences.

In conclusion, Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy, Mangaluru is a well-established institution that offers quality physiotherapy education through experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, excellent clinical exposure, and strong academic support. With its affiliation to RGUHS, association with a multispecialty teaching hospital, research-oriented learning environment, scholarship opportunities, and placement assistance, the college provides an excellent platform for students aspiring to build successful careers in physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and allied healthcare professions.

Admissions are conducted according to the norms of RGUHS and the Government of Karnataka. Candidates seeking admission to the BPT programme must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, while MPT applicants must possess a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) degree from a recognized institution along with completion of the mandatory internship. Admissions are generally merit-based and may include institutional admission procedures. Eligible students can apply for Government of Karnataka scholarships, SC/ST scholarships, OBC scholarships, Minority scholarships, merit scholarships, and other financial assistance schemes as per prevailing guidelines.

Admission Criteria

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)

Admission Process

• Complete the prescribed application form.
• Submit academic records and required documents.
• Admission is based on merit and institutional guidelines.
• Attend document verification.
• Pay the prescribed admission fee.
• Confirm admission and complete enrollment.

Eligibility

• Pass in 10+2/PUC or equivalent examination.
• Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects.
• Minimum qualifying marks as prescribed by RGUHS and Government of Karnataka.

Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)

Admission Process

• Submit the admission application.
• Provide BPT degree certificates and internship completion certificate.
• Admission is based on merit and institutional regulations.
• Complete document verification.
• Pay the prescribed fees.
• Confirm admission.

Eligibility

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) from a recognized institution.
• Completion of compulsory rotating internship.
• Minimum qualifying marks as prescribed by RGUHS.

Eligible students can apply for Government of Karnataka scholarship schemes, including SC/ST Scholarships, OBC Scholarships, Minority Scholarships, Merit Scholarships, Post-Matric Scholarships, and other fee assistance programs as per prevailing government guidelines.

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell assists students through internships, clinical postings, campus recruitment drives, personality development sessions, communication skill training, workshops, mock interviews, and career counseling. Graduates are recruited by multispecialty hospitals, rehabilitation centers, physiotherapy clinics, sports medicine facilities, wellness centers, community healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and research organizations. Many students also pursue higher studies and overseas career opportunities.

LMCP has access to the most modern clinical facilities of the 750 bedded A J Hospital which is attached to the medical college managed by the Trust. The hospital provides both out-patient and in-patient physiotherapy services. We have a full fledged physiotherapy clinic in our college premises, servicing from morning to evening. All students during their clinical training are posted at the Advanced Physiotherapy Clinic which is located in the hospital. This provides them with excellent exposure and training in treating patients with the latest / advanced physiotherapy equipment. In the clinical areas all students are being monitored and supervised by the faculty member.

College has an extensive library with the latest editions of medical and physiotherapy books, subscriptions to professional and popular periodicals, journals, Internet facilities, direct link with the Rajiv Gandhi University Consortium (Helinet) and an access to online journals. At present, the library has in its possession around 3,000 books for the students and teachers to make use of. The library is kept open till late in the evening. Broad band internet facility is available for all students and staff with Wi-Fi. The college gymnasium is designed to enhance the physical as well as mental orientation of students into sports physiotherapy. The students are trained by experts in the field and special emphasis is given to participation in sports.

In the case of an illness, students will be treated at the A. J. Hospital and Research Institute under the Medicare scheme. There is also an insurance coverage for all students against accidents, calamities and serious injuries causing physical disabilities. Students are immunized by the Hepatitis B vaccination and are advised to follow protection to control cross infection. There is a canteen and a post office next to the college campus. Other essential facilities like banks, ATMs, shopping centres etc. to cater to the day-to-day needs of the students, are available nearby.

It is desirable that students stay in hostels. For first year students, it is mandatory to reside in the hostels. From II year onwards, students who wish to make their own living arrangements need to submit a consent letter from their parents, and provide their local address, contact number and subsequent changes if any to the college office.

Smoking/ consumption of liquor is prohibited in campus and hostels; offenders will be dealt with severity. Students found guilty may be expelled from the hostel and no refund of rent will be given.

In case of ill health, students may avail consultation and treatment facilities at AJIMS. They should report to the warden and respective class in-charge and also keep the parents informed; it is advised that one of them is present in the event of hospitalization/any necessitated surgical procedure.

A fleet of buses are maintained by the college to provide transport facilities to the students. The hostelites can avail the bus facility to attend classes, the clinic or library and to get back to the hostel. Other students and staff can avail the facility from college to hospital and back to college .College bus is provided for other inter college sports and cultural events as well as other academic events for representing the college.