Course Description

What is BOT?

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) is an undergraduate paramedical course that focuses on helping people recover the ability to perform daily activities after illness, injury, or disability.

Occupational therapists help patients improve skills needed for:

• Eating

• Writing

• Walking

• Working

• Daily living activities

They work with people who have physical, mental, or developmental problems.

⏳ Duration

• 4 years academic study

• 6 months internship

➡️ Total duration: 4.5 years

???? Eligibility

To take admission in BOT:

• 12th pass with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

• Minimum 45–50% marks (varies by college)

Admission may be:

• Merit-based

• Entrance exam (in some universities)

???? Main Subjects

Students study both medical science and rehabilitation therapy.

1️⃣ Human Anatomy
Structure of the human body.

2️⃣ Human Physiology
Functions of body systems.

3️⃣ Occupational Therapy Techniques
Therapies to improve daily activities.

4️⃣ Neurology
Brain and nerve disorders.

5️⃣ Psychology
Mental health and behavior.

6️⃣ Rehabilitation Therapy
Helping patients regain independence.

???? Internship / Practical Training

Students get training in:

• Hospitals

• Rehabilitation centers

• Mental health centers

• Special schools

They work with patients such as:

• Stroke patients

• Disabled individuals

• Children with developmental disorders

???? Career Opportunities

After BOT you can work in:

• Hospitals

• Rehabilitation centers

• Special education schools

• NGOs

• Mental health clinics

????‍⚕️ Job Roles

Common jobs include:

• Occupational Therapist

• Rehabilitation Therapist

• Pediatric Therapist

• Mental Health Therapist

• Consultant Therapist

???? Salary in India

Average salary:

• Freshers: ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 per month

• Experienced: ₹40,000 – ₹70,000 per month

• Private practice can earn ₹1 lakh+ per month

???? Higher Studies

After BOT you can pursue:

• MOT (Master of Occupational Therapy)

• MSc in Rehabilitation Science

• Public health or healthcare management courses

???? Study Path

Typical path:

1️⃣ 12th Science (PCB)
2️⃣ BOT – 4.5 years
3️⃣ MOT – 2 years