๐ SVNIRTAR CET 2026 – Apply Online for BPT, BOT, BPO, BASLP
Common Entrance Test for 5 National Disability Institutes | 453 Seats
The Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training & Research (SVNIRTAR), Cuttack invites online applications for the Common Entrance Test (CET) 2026 for admission to 4 paramedical UG degree programs across 5 prestigious national institutes. Read on for complete details! ๐
Organization
SVNIRTAR, Cuttack
Posts / Courses
BPT, BOT, BPO, BASLP
Total Seats
453 (Across 5 Institutes)
Application Fee
₹1,500 (UR/OBC) | ₹1,100 (SC/ST/EWS)
Last Date
June 2 (Reg.) / June 5 (Apply) 2026
Location
All India (5 Institutes)
Recruitment Type
Written Test (CET) + Counseling
Language
English
๐ About SVNIRTAR CET 2026
SVNIRTAR CET (Common Entrance Test) is conducted by Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training & Research, Cuttack (under Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India) for admission to Bachelor's degree programs in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Prosthetics & Orthotics, and Audiology & Speech Language Pathology. The CET score is valid for admission to 5 national institutes across India.[reference:0]
✅ Participating Institutes:
- ๐ฅ SVNIRTAR, Cuttack (Odisha) – 190 seats
- ๐ฅ NILD, Kolkata (West Bengal) – 160 seats
- ๐ฅ NIEPMD, Chennai (Tamil Nadu) – 83 seats
- ๐ฅ PDUNIPPD, New Delhi – 175 seats (BPT 68 + BOT 68 + BPO 39)
- ๐ฅ CRCSRE, Guwahati (Assam) – 20 seats (BASLP)
๐ช SVNIRTAR CET 2026 Seat Matrix
| Institute | BPT | BOT | BPO | BASLP | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SVNIRTAR, Cuttack | 62 | 62 | 46 | 10 | 190 |
| NILD, Kolkata | 57 | 56 | 47 | - | 160 |
| NIEPMD, Chennai | 18 | 18 | 20 | 27 | 83 |
| PDUNIPPD, Delhi | 68 | 68 | 39 | - | 175 |
| CRCSRE, Guwahati | - | - | - | 20 | 20 |
| TOTAL | 205 | 204 | 152 | 57 | 453 |
๐ช Institute-wise Seats (Mobile View)
๐ฅ SVNIRTAR, Cuttack
๐ฅ NILD, Kolkata
๐ฅ NIEPMD, Chennai
๐ฅ PDUNIPPD, New Delhi
๐ฅ CRCSRE, Guwahati
๐ Important Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ Registration | 12 May 2026 (09:00 PM) | 02 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| ๐ Application Submission | 12 May 2026 (12:00 PM) | 05 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| ๐ Admit Card Release | To be Announced | |
| ๐ CET Exam Date | To be Announced | |
| ๐ Result Declaration | To be Announced | |
| ๐ป E-Counseling | To be Announced | |
⚠️ Registration closes June 2, 2026 and Application closes June 5, 2026. Apply NOW!
✅ Educational Qualification & Eligibility
| Course | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) | 4 yrs + 6 months Internship | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English (PCBE) – 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) |
| BOT (Bachelor of Occupational Therapy) | 4 yrs + 6 months Internship | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English (PCBE) – 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) |
| BPO (Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics) | 4 yrs + 6 months Internship | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology/Mathematics + English (PCBE/PCME) – 50% aggregate |
| BASLP (Bachelor of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology) | 4 yrs (including 1 yr Internship) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry + any one of Biology/Maths/CS/Statistics/Electronics/Psychology – 50% aggregate |
๐น Age Limit: No age bar.
๐น Relaxation: SC/ST – 40% minimum; PwD (Divyangjan) – 45% minimum.
๐น Appearing Candidates: Students awaiting 12th results can also apply.[reference:1][reference:2]
๐ณ Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | ₹ 1,500 |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹ 1,100 |
| PwD (Divyangjan) with UDID Card | Exempted (₹ 0) |
๐ณ Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI / Wallets. Fee once paid is non-refundable.[reference:3][reference:4]
๐ฐ Salary, Career Scope & Promotion Growth
These paramedical courses lead to lucrative government and private sector jobs across India. Here's what you can expect:
Starting Salary (Fresher)
₹3.5 LPA – ₹6 LPA
Government Job Pay Scale
Level-6 to Level-10 (₹35,400 – ₹1,77,500)
Mid-Career (5-10 yrs)
₹8 LPA – ₹12 LPA
Top Recruiters
AIIMS, Apollo, Fortis, ALIMCO, Endolite, NIMHANS, Govt. Hospitals
๐ Career Growth Path:
- ๐ฅ Physiotherapist: Junior Physiotherapist → Senior Physiotherapist → Chief Physiotherapist → Rehabilitation Director
- ๐ฉบ Occupational Therapist: OT → Senior OT → Department Head → Clinical Director
- ๐ฆฟ Prosthetist & Orthotist: Junior P&O → Senior P&O → Lecturer → Professor (Level-10: ₹56,100-₹1,77,500)
- ๐ Audiologist & Speech Language Pathologist: Clinical Audiologist → Senior Audiologist → HOD → Director
๐ Additional Benefits: Government jobs offer DA, HRA, NPS Pension, Medical benefits, LTC, and job security. Internship stipends are also provided during the course.[reference:5][reference:6]
๐ Selection Process (6-Step)
- Step 1: Online Registration – Register on admission.svnirtar.nic.in with basic details and get Registration ID.
- Step 2: Fill Application Form – Complete personal, educational, and course preference details.
- Step 3: Upload Documents – Upload photo, signature, left thumb impression, and certificates.
- Step 4: Fee Payment – Pay application fee online via card/UPI/net banking.
- Step 5: Download Admit Card & Appear for CET – 2-hour objective-type written exam at designated centers.
- Step 6: Merit List & E-Counseling – Based on CET rank, participate in online counseling for seat allotment.
๐ฅ️ How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit Official Website: Go to admission.svnirtar.nic.in/cet/.
- Click "Registration": Click on the "COMMON ENTRANCE TEST – Registration" link.
- Fill Basic Details: Enter your name, father's name, date of birth (as per 10th certificate), mobile number, and email ID.
- Create Login Credentials: Choose a User ID and password. Note down the Registration Number/Application ID generated.
- Login & Fill Application: Login with your credentials and complete the detailed application form – personal details, educational qualification, course preferences, and exam center choices.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:
- ๐ธ Recent passport-size photo (white background, 40-100 KB, JPEG, 100×100 pixels)
- ✍️ Signature (40-50 KB, JPEG, 200×100 pixels)
- ๐️ Left thumb impression (40-100 KB, JPEG, 100×100 pixels)
- ๐ Caste Certificate (if applicable, PDF, max 300 KB)
- ๐ PwD/UDID Certificate (if applicable)
- ๐ EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- ๐ 10+2 Marksheet (if already passed)
- Pay Application Fee: Pay ₹1,500 (UR/OBC) or ₹1,100 (SC/ST/EWS) or ₹0 (PwD with UDID) via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Wallet.
- Submit & Print: Review all details carefully, submit the form, and download the Confirmation Page and payment receipt for future reference.
⚠️ Important: Do NOT send any hard copy to SVNIRTAR. Retain the confirmation page and payment proof. Application once submitted cannot be edited.[reference:7][reference:8]
๐ Required Documents Checklist
- ✅ 10th Class Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- ✅ 10+2 / 12th Marksheet (if passed)
- ✅ Recent passport-size color photograph (white background)
- ✅ Scanned signature
- ✅ Left thumb impression scan
- ✅ Caste Certificate (OBC Non-Creamy Layer – issued after 01.04.2024)
- ✅ EWS Certificate (issued after 01.04.2024)
- ✅ PwD/UDID Card (for Divyangjan reservation)
- ✅ Domicile/Nativity Certificate (for NE & J&K candidates)
- ✅ Valid email ID & mobile number
- ✅ Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking details for fee payment
๐ Exam Pattern & Syllabus
๐ CET 2026 Exam Details
๐ต Course Fees (First Year Approx.)
| Institute | Total First Year Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| SVNIRTAR, Cuttack | ₹ 60,000 |
| NILD, Kolkata | ₹ 61,000 |
| NIEPMD, Chennai | ₹ 44,000 (BPT/BOT/BPO) | ₹ 41,700 (BASLP) |
| PDUNIPPD, New Delhi | ₹ 51,520 |
| CRCSRE, Guwahati | ₹ 60,000 |
Note: Fees may be revised by competent authority. Hostel fees extra (₹12,000-₹27,000/year).[reference:9]
๐ Important Links
๐ Direct Apply Link: https://admission.svnirtar.nic.in/cet/
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