Physiotherapy Education Standards in India — A Narrative Review

  • Unique Paper ID: 188018
  • PageNo: 749-753
  • Abstract:
  • This narrative review synthesizes the current landscape of physiotherapy education standards in India, outlining historical development, regulatory framework, curriculum evolution (including the shift toward competency-based education), gaps in quality and uniformity, challenges in regulation and accreditation, and recommendations for strengthening education and practice. The review incorporates citations from statutory bodies, university curricula, professional associations, and academic commentary.

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@article{188018,
        author = {Dr. Amar S. Damle and Dr. Rashmi S. Ingle},
        title = {Physiotherapy Education Standards in India — A Narrative Review},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {749-753},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=188018},
        abstract = {This narrative review synthesizes the current landscape of physiotherapy education standards in India, outlining historical development, regulatory framework, curriculum evolution (including the shift toward competency-based education), gaps in quality and uniformity, challenges in regulation and accreditation, and recommendations for strengthening education and practice. The review incorporates citations from statutory bodies, university curricula, professional associations, and academic commentary.},
        keywords = {Physiotherapy education, India, curriculum, competency-based, regulation, Rehabilitation Council of India, AICTE, Indian Association of Physiotherapists},
        month = {December},
        }

Cite This Article

Damle, D. A. S., & Ingle, D. R. S. (2025). Physiotherapy Education Standards in India — A Narrative Review. International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology (IJIRT), 12(7), 749–753.

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