KPME for physiotherapy
Physiotherapy and rehab centres in Karnataka must register under KPME. Here is the right category and the exact steps.
- Clinics, labs, dental and hospitals
- All districts of Karnataka
- Portal filing, documents and inspection support
Yes, a physiotherapy clinic in Karnataka needs KPME registration. Physiotherapy falls under the Allied health professional centre (AHC) category, along with audiology, optometry, dietetics, occupational therapy, speech pathology and clinical psychology. The portal fee for this category is Rs 6,300.
Which category: AHC or clinic?
| Your set-up | Likely category | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Physiotherapist-run clinic or rehab centre | Allied health professional centre (AHC) | Rs 6,300 |
| Doctor-run clinic that also offers physiotherapy | Clinic / polyclinic (consultation or with diagnostic support) | Rs 3,100 or Rs 6,300 |
| Physiotherapy department inside a hospital | Covered by the hospital’s registration | As per hospital level |
Documents for a physiotherapy clinic
- Physiotherapist qualification (BPT / MPT) and registration with the Karnataka State Physiotherapy Council or relevant council
- Owner ID and Aadhaar-linked mobile for e-sign; owner photo up to 25 KB
- Ownership or rent agreement, khata or occupancy documents, floor plan and photos
- List of equipment (electrotherapy, traction, exercise equipment) and the services you offer
- Schedule of charges for consultation and each therapy session
- Biomedical waste arrangement if you generate any clinical waste
- Trade licence from BBMP or the local body
Space and set-up the inspector looks for
- Reception and waiting area, with accessible entry for patients with limited mobility
- Treatment cubicles with privacy curtains
- Exercise area with enough space for the equipment declared
- Hand-washing, clean linen and a first-aid kit
- KPME number board at the entrance and charges displayed
Steps
- Sign up on the KPME portal with the AHC category.
- Fill and upload staff, equipment and documents.
- E-sign and pay Rs 6,300.
- Provisional certificate, due within 10 days.
- Inspection and permanent registration within 90 days, valid five years.
Portal walk-through: KPME online registration step by step.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the KPME fee for a physiotherapy clinic?
Can a physiotherapist own a KPME-registered clinic?
How long is the registration valid?
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Last reviewed on 2 November 2026 against: KPME portal; KPME Rate Details (category fees); Karnataka Act No. 06 of 2026 (KPME Amendment Act, 2025); Karnataka State Physiotherapy Association: KPME guidance. Medasus Healthcare Pvt Ltd is a private consultancy that helps establishments prepare and file applications. Licences and approvals are granted only by the respective government departments; Medasus cannot guarantee approval or timelines. Rules and fees change, so always check the official source before applying.
