ISHWAR INSTITUTE OF PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS
BACHELORS IN PROSTHETICS AND ORTHOTICS (BPO) 2017-18
ISHWAR Institute of Prosthetics and Orthotics (IIPO) is a specialized training Institute run by International Society for Human Welfare and Rehabilitation (ISHWAR), a Delhi based NGO working for poor disabled.
ABOUT PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS
   Orthotics and Prosthetics are disciplines that deal with the evaluation, fabrication and custom fitting of artificial limbs and limb supports, such as, calipers, braces and splints. Orthopedic braces, or orthoss, are used to stabilize or unload joints,normalise motion and stresses on tissues, substitute for muscle weakness or paralysis, and assist in normal growth, development and function. Orthoses can be applied to the head, neck, trunk, or limbs. Artificial limbs are to restore near normal function of the upper or lower extremities.
   Orthotists and Prosthetists services can be obtained from various agencies that may include private clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, etc. Orthotists and Prosthetists are currently in very high demand as there is only one Prosthetist & Orthotist for 50,000 persons needing P&O services whereas it should be one for every 10,000 or less. The existing demand is five folds and is expected to increase in the future.
ELIGIBILITY :
ELIGIBILITY CONDITIONS: 
Academic Qualification: A pass in 10+2 or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% of marks in each subject Physics, Chemistry & Biology /Botany & zoology or Mathematics (PCM / PCB) and English subject.
  
However, relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD and other applicable categories shall be as per the rules of State Government.
ADMISSION PROCEDURE:
METHOD OF SELECTION & COUNSELLING/ADMISSION:
   Selection is based on Merit. Shortlisted candidates undergo a preliminary written test and interview at the time of counselling
SEAT STATUS:
   Number of Seats: 15
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED IN ORIGINAL AT THE TIME OF COUNSELLING/ADMISSION:
i) 10 /SSLC Certificate as proof of Date of Birth
ii) Certificate & Mark sheet of the qualifying examination
iii) Medical Fitness Certificate by Gazetted Medical Officer
iv) Character Certificate issued by school/college last studied
v) Community Certificate
vi) Transfer Certificate issued by school/college last studied
vii) Blood Group certificate
viii) Eligibility Certificate from TN MGRMU(For Students passed from CBSE/outside Tamilnadu Board)
ix) Migration Certificate(For Students passed from CBSE/outside Tamilnadu Board)
x) Disability certificate (if applicable)
DURATION OF THE COURSE:
     Four years Six Months- Full Time ( 6 Months Mandatory Internship)
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION:
     Medium of instruction for all the subjects of study and for the examinations of the Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics Degree Courses shall be English
ATTENDANCE :
     Students will have to fulfill criteria as per university norms as applicable from time to time.
DEGREE OFFERED:
     On successful completion of the course, The TN Dr. MGR Medical University will issue the Degree.
CAUTION MONEY:
  a)The candidates offered admission would be required to deposit a fixed amount as Caution money.The Caution Money is refundable af ter recovering loss/damages in institute/laboratory/ library, if any, on the successful completion of the Course.
  b) If a student discontinues on his/her own reason before completion of the course, the entire caution money shall be forfeited.
CANCELLATION OF ADMISSION:
     Any student seeking admission on wrong information in respect of age, category subject of passing percentage of marks conduct in last school/college/university, etc in her/his application form her/his admission will be cancelled whenever it comes to the notice of the University/Institute during the course.
COMMENCEMENT OF COURSE:
     1stAugust .
SCHOLARSHIP:
     As per applicable norms.
BOARDING & LODGING:
   The Institute provides hostel facility only for outstation boys students with Hostel fee of 37,200/-per year However, assistance in Hostel accomodation for outstation girls studentswill be prov ided at low budget.
COURSE FEE STRUCTURE:
Admission Fee (One time only) Rs.28,000/-
Tuition fees(Annual) - Rs. 38,000/-
Caution Money ( OneTime -Refundable) Rs.20,000/-
Laboratory Fees(Annual) Rs. 3,000/-
Library Fees(Annual) Rs.4,000/-
College Examination fees (Annual) Rs.3,000/-
Other Non-Academic fees (Annual) Rs.3,000/-
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Last date of submission of Completed Application Form(by email/ speed-post /hand) 1-Jun-17
Commencement of first counselling/admission 12-Jun-17
Commencement of Second counselling/admission
(if necessary against vacant seats)
18-Jul-17
Late Admission * 30-Aug-17
CLASSES BEGINS 1-Aug-17
  Venue for counselling: Conference Room, ISHWAR Institute of Prosthetics & Orthotics, Chennai.; Timing – 11.00 am
  The application forms complete in all respects should be sent to the  Principal's Office,  ISHWAR Institute of Prosthetics & Orthotics,AA23(FF), 3rdMain Road, 3rd Street,AnnaNagar, Chennai-40
  Detailed schedule of first counselling/admission indicating the number of candidates to be called for counselling depending upon the availability of the qualified candidates & the intake for the programme will be displayed at the IIPO website www.iipoinstitute.in on 14 June 2016 as well as on College's administrative office Notice Board.
  The detailed schedule of second counseling for the programme, depending upon the number of vacant seats shall be displayed on 18 July 2017.
  It is mandatory for all candidates to fulfill the eligibility criteria laid down for the programme. The Candidate should be in possession of their Original Certificates and one attested photocopy at the time of counselling.
FOR REGISTRATION CONTACT:
Veeramani Kandan
Office Of The Principal
Mobile:7667663060/8695540011
Email:iipochennai@ishwarngo.com
ADDRESS DETAILS:
AA 23 (FF), 3rd Street, 3rd Main Road,
Anna Nagar, Chennai-600040