CUET PG Physiotherapy Syllabus 2024: PDF Download, Unit Wise Topics

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CUET PG 2024 exam is scheduled to be held from March 11, 2024 to March 28, 2024 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates planning to appear for the CUET PG 2024 Physiotherapy exam can get detailed information related to the syllabus and exam pattern here. Refer the article below to know about CUET PG Physiotherapy syllabus in detail, CUET PG Physiotherapy exam, marking scheme, and previous year's question paper here and more.

CUET PG Physiotherapy Syllabus

CUET PG Physiotherapy Syllabus

CUET (Common University Entrance Test) PG is the national level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) to offer admission to candidates in different postgraduate courses in central/private/deemed/state universities across India. Candidates seeking admission in CUET PG Physiotherapy course need to know about the CUET PG Physiotherapy syllabus. The CUET PG Physiotherapy syllabus consists of various important topics such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Sociology, Pathology, Microbiology and more. The CUET PG Physiotherapy syllabus is divided into different sections. Each section consists of specific topics in detail. Candidates who will be appearing for the CUET PG exam can get a better understanding of the exam with the help of CUET PG syllabus and can increase a chance of securing a seat in the CUET-accepting university/college of their choice. CUET PG 2024 exam date has been released. CUET PG exam 2024 will be held between March 11, 2024 to March 28, 2024 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. CUET PG 2024 application form was released on December 26, 2024 and will be available till February 7, 2024.

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Candidates preparing for the CUET PG exam can refer the CUET PG 2024 syllabus given here to enhance their preparation.

CUET PG 2024 Exam Structure

The medium of the Physiotherapy question paper will be English and Hindi. As per CUET PG exam pattern 2024, the question paper will consist of 100 questions. The question paper will be divided into two parts- Part A will have 25 questions on Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability and Part B will have 75 domain-specific questions (Physiotherapy). Check out the detailed CUET PG 2024 exam pattern below.

Q:   Where can I get the CUET PG Syllabus?

A:

CUET PG 2025 syllabus released by NTA on January 2, 2025. Candidates preparing for CUET PG 2025 can download the CUET PG syllabus 2025 pdf by visiting the official website of CUET PG 2025 or can check out in this Shiksha page.

It is also observed that the CUET PG syllabus doesn't this year, so candidates are suggested to either go to the CUET PG 2024 official website and search for CUET PG syllabus there.

NOTE: As per the new changes introduced by NTA in the CUET PG examination for the academic session 2025-2026, the General paper syllabus of LLB and MBA courses will be redesigned to cater to skill-based. 

 

Q:   Who sets the CUET PG syllabus?

A:

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) will be introduced for admission into UG/ PG programmes in Central and participating Universities for academic session 2025-26. The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) will
provide a common platform and equal opportunities to candidates across the country, especially those from NorthEast and from rural and other remote areas and help to establish better connect with the Universities. 

The CUET PG 2025 examination will be conducted by the examination authority i.e., NTA (National Testing Agency) in the various CUET PG examination centres across the nation and also to short listed foreign countries. The Syllabus for the master's courses for which the examination will be conducted is set by the exam conducting authority, which is National Testing Agency here. The subject experts after taking all the probable suggestions from all the participating universities, will set the syllabus for the master's degree programmes on the basis of what students have studied in their under graduate courses.

Q:   Does CUET PG syllabus change every year?

A:

Changing the syllabus of CUET PG depends upon the examination authority. However, the chances are very less.The applicants of CUET PG 2024 can download and check the previous year's detailed syllabus of their applied programme in this page itself.

Factors upon which CUET PG syllabus might change:

  • One of the most important reason because of which CUET PG syllabus might change is dependent upon any changes made under NEP- New Education Policy by Ministry of Education.
  • Changes made by UGC, Master of Human Resource Development (MHRD) in the master's degree programme might alter the CUET PG syllabus.
  • NTA (National Testing Agency), the examination conducting body for CUET PG Examination can change if the exam authorities feel the signficance of adding some important topics in the syllabus to ameliorate the holistic approach of the students towards the subject. 

Part

Sections/Subjects

Number of Questions

A

Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability, General Test (GK, QA, Analytical Skills)

25

B

Domain knowledge

75

CUET PG 2024 Physiotherapy Syllabus

Candidates preparing for the CUET PG Physiotherapy course can check the table below to know about the syllabus and prepare accordingly. Check out the detailed syllabus of CUET PG Physiotherapy below.

Subject Code

Topics

(SCQP21)

Anatomy

Physiology

Biochemistry

Sociology

Introduction to yoga- basic theory, science and techniques

General & clinical psychology

Biomechanics and kinesiology

Pathology

Microbiology

Pharmacology

Exercise therapy

Electrotherapy

Physiotherapy in general medicine & general surgery

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Neurological physiotherapy

Cardiovascular and pulmonary physiotherapy

Sports physiotherapy

Community medicine and rehabilitation

Biostatistics & research methodology

Clinical reasoning and evidence based physiotherapy Practice

Physiotherapy law and ethics

Administration and management

CUET PG Physiotherapy Syllabus PDF Download

Candidates aspiring to appear for the CUET PG Physiotherapy exam can check the below given table to find and download the syllabus PDF.

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CUET PG 2024 Physiotherapy Syllabus (Detailed)

Candidates preparing for CUET PG Physiotherapy exam can get a detail overview of CUET PG Physiotherapy syllabus here.

Unit Topic

CUET PG Physiotherapy Syllabus

Anatomy

·         Regional Anatomy: Thorax, Abdomen, Pelvis, Endocrine System

·         Musculoskeletal Anatomy

·         Neuroanatomy

Physiology

·         General Physiology: Cell, and its Transport Mechanisms

·         Blood

·         Nerve Muscle Physiology

·         Cardiovascular System

·         Respiratory System

·         Digestive System

·         Endocrine System

·         Special Senses

·         Nervous System

·         Renal System

·         Reproductive System

·         Exercise Physiology

Biochemistry

·         Nutrition

·         Metabolism of Carbohydrate, Lipids, Proteins, Vitamins and Minerals

·         Muscle Contraction

·         Biochemistry of Connective tissue

·         Hormone Action

·         Acid-Base, water and electrolyte balance

·         Clinical Biochemistry

Sociology

·         Definition and scope of sociology in relation to Physiotherapy

·         Socialization and Social Groups

·         Role of Social Worker

·         Social Problems of disabled

Introduction to yoga- basic theory, science and techniques

·         Foundations of Yoga

·         Yoga and Health

·         Physiological effects of Yoga practices

General & clinical psychology

·         Introduction to Psychology

·         Growth and Development

·         Sensation, attention and perception

·         Motivation, Frustration and Emotions

·         Intelligence and Learning

·         Personality

·         Social and Clinical Psychology

Biomechanics and kinesiology

·         Basic Concepts in Biomechanics: Kinematics and Kinetics

·         Joint structure and Function

·         Muscle structure and function

·         Biomechanics of the Thorax and Chest wall, Vertebral column, Peripheral joints, Temporomandibular Joint

·         Analysis of Posture and Gait

Pathology

·         General Pathology: Cell injuries, inflammation and repair, infectious diseases, immunopathology, Neoplasia and Nutritional disorders

·         Systemic pathology: Hematology, Respiratory and Cardiovascular Pathology, Musculoskeletal System, Endocrine System, Neuropathology

Microbiology

·         General Microbiology

·         Immunology

·         Bacteriology

·         Virology

Pharmacology

·         Introduction to Pharmacology: Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics

·         Drugs used in disorders of Cardiovascular system, Autonomic Nervous system, Musculoskeletal systems, Neurological Systems

·         Drugs used in Inflammatory/Immune Diseases, movement disorders, Digestion and metabolism

Exercise therapy

·         Introduction to Exercise Therapy

·         Methods of Testing: MMT, Goniometry, etc.

·         Relaxation

·         Different types of Movements/Exercises – Active, Passive, Active – Assisted, Resisted etc.

·         Stretching

·         PNF

·         Manual Therapy – Joint Mobilization, Manipulation and Soft Tissue Manipulation Techniques

·         Aerobic exercises

·         Balance and Coordination

·         Gait and Posture including assistive devices

·         Hydrotherapy

Electrotherapy

·         Bio-Physics: Physical principles, Physics of devices, currents, sound and light, electrical supply

·         Nerve Muscle Physiology and Pain physiology

·         Low, Medium and High Frequency currents – physiological effects, indications, contraindications and application

·         Actinotherapy – IRR, UVR

·         Cryotherapy

·         Ultrasound and LASER

·         Superficial and Deep Heating Modalities- physiological effects, indications, contraindications and application

·         Electro-diagnosis – SD curve, EMG and NCV

·         Biofeedback

Physiotherapy in general medicine & general surgery

Medical, Surgical and Physiotherapy assessment and management of:

·         Infectious diseases

·         Diseases of the cardiorespiratory system

·         Endocrine diseases

·         Diseases of the blood

·         Diseases of the digestive and renal systems

·         Diseases of the Skin

·         Pediatrics

·         Geriatrics

·         Psychiatric Disorders

·         Wound healing and Scars management

·         General Pre and Post – Operative Complications and management.

·         Surgical Oncology

·         Thoracic and Abdominal Surgeries

·         Burns

·         ENT and Ophthalmology

·         Obstetrics and Gynecology

·         I.C.U. Management

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Clinical, Surgical Orthopedics and Physiotherapy assessment and management of:

·         Fractures and Dislocations of Upper Limb and Lower Limb

·         Fractures of Pelvis and Spine

·         Soft Tissue Injuries

·         Infectious, Inflammatory, Neoplastic and Degenerative Disorders

·         Congenital and Acquired Deformities

·         Amputations

·         Orthoses and prostheses

·         Manual Physiotherapy

Neurological physiotherapy

·         Medical, Surgical and Physiotherapy assessment and management of Brain, Spinal Cord, Peripheral Nerve (injuries), Muscle Disorders and Paediatric Neurological conditions

·         Neurophysiological Approaches: NDT, MRP, Roods etc.

·         Vestibular Rehabilitation

Cardiovascular and pulmonary physiotherapy

·         Medical, Surgical and Physiotherapy assessment and management of, Cardiovascular Diseases, Peripheral Vascular Diseases and Respiratory Diseases

·         Physiotherapy techniques for Broncho-pulmonary hygiene

·         Cardiorespiratory fitness assessment and training

·         Cardiac Rehabilitation

·         ICU set up and Physiotherapy care

Sports physiotherapy

·         Physical fitness

·         Prevention and Treatment of Sports specific injuries including overuse injuries

Community medicine and rehabilitation

·         Health and Disease

·         Epidemiology: Principles and Methods

·         Health programs in India

·         Nutrition and Health

·         Occupational Health

·         Disaster Management

·         Environment and Health

·         Mental Health

·         Community based Rehabilitation

·         Disability and Disability Evaluation

·         Industrial Health & Ergonomics

·         Role of Government, voluntary organizations and NGOs in CBR

·         Vocational training

Biostatistics & research methodology

·         Introduction to Research methodology and Biostatistics

·         Formulation of Research problem and design

·         Sampling

·         Measurement & scaling techniques

·         Methods of data collection

·         Testing of hypothesis

·         Measures of central tendency and dispersion

·         Normal Probability Curve

·         Statistical tests and their types

Clinical reasoning and evidence based physiotherapy Practice

·         Clinical decision Making

·         Introduction to Evidence Based Practice

·         Development of Evidence based knowledge

·         Assessing and using the evidence

·         Communicating evidence

Physiotherapy law and ethics

·         Biomedical ethical principles and code of conduct

·         Code of ethics for physiotherapists

·         Documentation and Informed Consent

Administration and management

·         Nature and scope of administration

·         Role of administrator

·         Principles of hospital administration and its applications to physiotherapy.

·         Planning and organization

·         Personnel management

Domain-Wise CUET PG Syllabus

Candidates can check the table below for domain/subject-wise CUET PG syllabus PDF:

CUET PG Subject Course

CUET PG Syllabus PDF

Zoology

CUET PG Zoology Syllabus PDF 

Biochemistry

CUET PG Biochemistry Syllabus PDF 

Chemistry

CUET PG Chemistry Syllabus PDF 

Life Sciences

CUET PG Life Science Syllabus PDF 

Mathematics

CUET PG Mathematics Syllabus PDF 

Data Science

CUET PG Data Science Syllabus PDF 

Food Technology

CUET PG Food Technology Syllabus PDF 

Plant Biotechnology

CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus PDF 

Physics

CUET PG Physics Syllabus PDF 

Botany

CUET PG Botany Syllabus PDF 

Environmental Science

CUET PG Environmental Science Syllabus 

Horticulture

CUET PG Horticulture Syllabus PDF 

MA Social Work

CUET PG MSW Syllabus PDF 

MBA

CUET PG MBA Syllabus PDF 

MA

CUET PG MA Syllabus PDF 

MTech

CUET PG MTech Syllabus PDF 

MCA

CUET PG MCA Syllabus PDF 

Agroforestry

CUET PG Agroforestry Syllabus PDF

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Q:   What is the CUET PG MBA Syllabus for General Aptitude/ Reasoning Section?

A:

CUET PG MBA general test the following important topics: 

  • General Knowledge which covers the current affairs, some topics from general science, history, geography, environment, political science.
  • General mental ability, Numerical ability
  • Reasoning (Simple application of basic Mathematical concepts, quantitative arithmetic, algebra geometry, mensuration and statistics)
  • Logical and analytical reasoning

Candidates preparing for the general test of CUET PG are advised to stay updated with the current affairs by reading the newspapers and magazines.

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