Top Institutes offering this course are:

• ADN Medical College and Paramedical Science
• Jaipur Occupational Therapy College
• Manipal University, School of Allied Sciences

The average tuition fee charged for this course in India ranges between INR 1 and 9 Lacs.

Admission to the course is based on the candidate’s test score, academic profile, and performance in interview. The mode of admission is an entrance examination carried out by different universities.

Successful postgraduates of the course are hired in capacities such as Occupational Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Counsellor, Research Assistant, Academician, Supervisor etc., in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, GP practices (primary care), community health centers, early intervention centers, education establishments, government agencies, mental health services etc.

Average starting salary offered in India to such professionals ranges between INR 2 and 10 Lacs per year, increasing with experience in the field.