Diploma in Physiotherapy (D.P.T.) is a professional medical course in medical nursing. The course can be pursued after successful completion of the 10+2 level of education in Bio/Maths stream from a recognized educational Board.

Physiotherapy is a growing field of health care services, designed to produce competent health science professionals who possess the knowledge and ability to manage and prevent problems affecting the physical functioning of the human body. Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy is the medical technique of healing which involves physical prescription and restoration, physical movement, force and activities to remove hindrances or distortions in normal bodily movement and physical rehabilitation to normalcy through back rubs and physical exercise and movements.
PT professionals are hired in capacities such as Lecturer, Researcher, Therapy Manager, Research Assistant,Assistant Physiotherapist, Sports Physio Rehabilitator and Self Employed Private Physiotherapist etc. The average annual salary offered to successful professionals of the discipline in India ranges between INR 2 and 20 lacs, which increases with the candidate`s experience and skillset.