National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD) is located in  Muttukadu, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. NIEPMD was established in 2005 under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of IndiaThe Institute is NAAC Accredited. The institute offers multiple courses such as C.C.C.G, BPT, BOT, BPO, BASLP, D.Ed - Special Education, B.Ed - Special Education, M.Ed- Special Education, PG Diploma and M.Phil. Admission to various courses is done based on merit or an entrance examination.

  • NIEPMD accepts qualifying examinations such as CET/ NET/ AIOAT/ NET-P&O. 
  • BPO, BOT, BPT and BASLP courses at NIEPMD are affiliated with Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University
  • The institute also offers Certificate Course in Care Giving (CCCG) at three levels – RCI, Advanced and Primary. 
  • Unique Disability ID (UDID) card holders appearing in CET 2023 are eligible for free admission to the courses.
  • NIEPMD received National Awards for Best Accessible Website and Barrier-Free Environment for Persons with Disabilities in 2011 and 2012 respectively. 
  • Eligible Students can apply for scholarships at the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). 

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NIEPMD Highlights

The highlights of NIEPMD are mentioned below:

Particulars Details
Institute Name National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD)
Established | Type 2005 | Public 
Approved by NCTE
Set by Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Accredited by NAAC
Courses Offered Diploma, UG, PG, PG Diploma, M.Phil
Admission Criteria Merit or Entrance-based
Entrance Exam NET/ CET/ NET – P&O
Application Mode Offline
Official website niepmd.tn.nic.in

NIEPMD Admission Dates 2023

NIEPMD offers admission to BPO/BPT/BOT based on CET 2023 scores. The institute also accepts NET scores for admission to the B.ASLP course. Candidates seeking admission to D.Ed are selected based on their merit in AIOAT (All India Online Aptitude Test). Some of the important dates are tabulated below:

NIEPMD BPT/BPO/BOT Admission Dates 2023
CET 2023 Application April 17 – June 12, 2023
CET 2023 Admit Card (Online) June 16 – June 30, 2023
CET 2023 Entrance Examination July 9, 2023
CET 2023 Results July 17, 2023
Online Booking of Preferred Course and Institute (Round 1 Counselling) August 1 – August 2, 2023
Merit List Announcement (Round 1 Counselling) August 4, 2023
Document Submission and Fees Payment August 21, 2023
Vacant Seats and Online Booking of Preferred Course and Institute (Round 2 Counselling) August 22, 2023
Merit List Announcement (Round 2 Counselling) August 23, 2023
Document Submission and Fees Payment  September 15, 2023
NIEPMD D.Ed Admission Dates 2023
AIOAT 2023 Registration June 22 – July 31, 2023
AIOAT 2023 Admit Card August 25, 2023
AIOAT 2023 Exam Date September 4, 2023
NIEPMD M.Phil Admission Dates 2023
Last Date to Submit Application July 14, 2023
M.Phil Entrance Test Admit Card 2023 August 1, 2023
M.Phil Written Test August 6, 2023
M.Phil Merit List 2023 Announcement  August 11, 2023
M.Phil Interview 2023 August 23, 2023
M.Phil Admission Procedure 2023 August 31, 2023 Onwards
M.Phil Commencement of Class 2023 September 14, 2023

NIEPMD Courses & Fees

National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD) offers Diploma, UG, PG and Doctoral courses in various specializations. Detailed information about the NIEPMD Courses & Fees is mentioned below:

Course Course Details Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
BPT Duration: 4.5 years 
Course Fee: INR 44,000 (1st year)
10+2 in PCB/PCBZ with a minimum aggregate of 50% (40% for SC/ST/OBC in aggregate, 45% for Divyangjan).  Score/Merit in CET. 
BPO Duration: 4.5 years 
Course Fee: INR 44,000 (1st ​year)
BOT Duration: 4.5 years 
Course Fee: INR 44,000 (1st ​year)
BASLP Duration: 4 years
Course Fee: INR 41,700 (1st ​year)
10+2 in Physics, Chemistry and any one of Biology / Mathematics / Computer Science / Statistics / Electronics / Psychology with an aggregate of 50% marks.  Score/Merit in NET. 
B.Ed Duration: 2 years
Course Fee: INR 37,500 (1st ​year)
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.  Score/Merit in the last qualifying examination.
M.Ed Duration: 2 years
Course Fee: INR 38,000 (1st ​year)
B.Ed Special Education / B.Ed (General) along with Diploma in Special Education
M.Phil Duration: 2 years
Course Fee: INR 120,000 (1st ​year)
B.A. or B.Sc. and P.G. Degree in M.A / M.Sc. (Psychology, Applied Psychology, Counselling Psychology) in full-time regular mode from a university recognized by the UGC with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate. Score/Merit in Entrance Examination conducted by the institute itself, followed by the personal interview. 
Diploma Duration: 2 years
Course Fee: INR 23,100 (1st ​year)
10+2 from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% marks.  Score/Merit in AIOAT. 
PG Diploma Duration: 1 year
Course Fee: INR 20,000
 MBBA / BOT / BPT / B.Sc Speech & Hearing / BMR / BRS with a minimum of 50% marks.  Score/Merit in the last qualifying examination. 

NIEPMD Admission 2023 is ongoing for UG and PG courses. Admission to all the courses is based on their merit in the respective entrance examinations. The university also conducts entrance examinations for students seeking admission to  M.Phil. Applications are available online on the official website. Candidates can download the form to fill out the details and must submit it via Post. 

How to Apply to NIEPMD Admission?

Students who wish to apply for the courses in NIEPMD have to apply offline by following the below-listed steps:

  • Visit the official website – niepmd.tn.nic.in
  • Click on the “Admission” tab and select the desired course.
  • Click on the link provided to download the application form.
  • Candidates must fill out the application form and attach the required documents.
  • The duly filled application form along with documents must be mailed to the Institute.
  • Candidates must pay the requisite fee through DD/NEFT. 

Mail Address: DIRECTOR, NIEPMD, ECR
MUTTUKADU, KOVALAM (P.O)
CHENNAI – 603 112

DD Address:  THE DIRECTOR, NIEPMD I.A, INDIAN BANK, KOVALAM BRANCH,
IFSC: IDIB000K122
ACCOUNT NO: 6332687300

Documents Required 

  • 10th mark sheet
  • 12th mark sheet
  • UG mark sheet and degree certificate
  • PG mark sheet and degree certificate
  • Community certificate (if applicable)
  • Transfer certificate (if applicable)
  • Migration certificate(if applicable)
  • Identity proof
  • Passport size photograph (3)
  • Extracurricular certificates (if any)
  • Experience certificate (if any)

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NIEPMD Departments

  • Department of Medical Science
  • Department of Clinical Psychology
  • Department of Special Education
  • Department of Speech Hearing and Communication
  • Department of Adult Independent Living
  • Department of Therapeutics 
  • Department of Social Work

NIEPMD Scholarships

NIEPMD facilitates eligible students to avail Central/State/CSR Scholarships. Students from different states can also avail their State Scholarship by submitting the application issued by the respective State Government scholarship office. Some of the scholarships and other welfare schemes offered for NIEPMD students are mentioned below:

Scholarship Provided by Details
Top-Class Education For SC Students MSJ&E, Government of India Two Scholarships are allotted for NIEPMD UG students every year. 
Top-Class Education For ST Students Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India The scholarship is provided for Diploma and B.Ed students. Candidates can apply through National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
Government of Tamil Nadu Scholarship Department of Adi-dravidar and Department of Backward Class & Minority Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu The scholarship is provided for students belonging to SC/ ST/ BC/ MBC/ DNC category. 
Government of Bihar Scholarship Government of Bihar Students from the state of Bihar can apply for this scholarship on Bihar Post Matric Scholarship Portal. 
Scholarship through CSR Corporate Social Responsibility.  NIEPMD offers scholarships through CSR for the needy / economically backward / PwDs students.

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NIEPMD Facilities

NIEPMD campus is located adjacent to the seashore and is spread over 15.22 acres. The institute offers various services to enhance Human Resource Development for people with multiple disabilities.

  • The library at NIEPMD houses several texts and reference books along with national and international journals and periodicals related to disability rehabilitation and management.  
  • Hostel Facilities are offered for girls and 1st-year boys. The accommodation is based on the availability of the facility.
  • The mess fee payment is made to the Mess Contractor.
  • Students can also access several programs through digital learning available on the official website. 

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NIEPMD FAQs

Ques. What is the fee structure for B.Ed Special Education (Multiple Disabilities) at NIEPMD?

Ans. The fee structure for B.Ed at NIEPMD is provided below:

Year Fee
1 Rs. 40,000
2 Rs. 40,000
Total Rs. 80,000

Ques. Does NIEPMD provide any medical services?

Ans. Yes, NIEPMD provides numerous medical services such as Sensory Integration, Psychological Assessments and Interventions, Special Clinics (Dental, Psychiatric, Neurology & Ophthalmology), Rehabilitation Medicine, Physical therapy etc.

Ques. How can one reach the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD)?

Ans. National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD) is located at a distance of 30 km from Chennai’s central railway station, mofussil bus terminus and the airport. It can also be easily reached via local transport. 

Ques. What are the facilities available at NIEPMD?

Ans. The campus consists of a Library that has a rich collection of books on various disciplines of disabilities and other education-related areas. It also has staff quarters and a women’s hostel for students.

Ques. What activities does NIEPMD organize?

Ans. NIEMD organises a host of academic and cultural events such as academic conferences, short-term training programmes, guest lectures and cultural celebrations.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for BPT at NIEPMD?

Ans. Candidates with 10+2 in PCB/PCBZ are with a minimum of 50% marks eligible for admission to the BPT course at NIEPMD.

Ques. What are the selection criteria for BASLP at NIEPMD?

Ans. Students seeking admission to BASLP at NIEPMD are selected based on their merit score in NET. 

Ques. What is the total fee for the PG Diploma courses at NIEPMD?

Ans. NIEPMD offers PG diplomas to eligible candidates at a total fee of INR 20,000. 

Ques. How can I apply for CSR Scholarship at NIEPMD?

Ans. Eligible candidates can submit the application along with the required documents to NIEPMD and avail the scholarship. 

Ques. What are the selection criteria for BOT at NIEPMD?

Ans. Candidates are selected based on their CET score for admission to the BOT course at NIEPMD. 

Ques. How can I submit the admission application at NIEPMD?

Ans. Candidates can mail the duly filled application form along with the required details to the following address:

Mail Address: DIRECTOR, NIEPMD, ECR
MUTTUKADU, KOVALAM (P.O)
CHENNAI – 603 112

Ques. What is the duration of M.Phil course at NIEPMD?

Ans. NIEPMD offers the M.Phil degree for eligible candidates for the duration of 3 years.

Ques. What is the admission process at NIEPMD?

Ans. Students can apply for NIEPMD admission by following the below-listed steps:

  • Visit the official website – niepmd.tn.nic.in
  • Click on the “Admission” tab and select the desired course.
  • Click on the link provided to download the application form.
  • Candidates must fill out the application form and attach the required documents.
  • The duly filled application form along with documents must be mailed to the Institute.
  • Candidates must pay the requisite fee through DD/NEFT. 

Ques. What are the documents required during the admission process at NIEPMD?

Ans. Candidates must submit the below-mentioned documents during the admission process at NIEPMD:

  • 10th mark sheet
  • 12th mark sheet
  • UG mark sheet and degree certificate
  • PG mark sheet and degree certificate
  • Community certificate (if applicable)
  • Transfer certificate (if applicable)
  • Migration certificate(if applicable)
  • Identity proof
  • Passport size photograph (3)
  • Extracurricular certificates (if any)
  • Experience certificate (if any)

Ques. How to pay the application fee at NIEPMD?

Ans. Candidates can pay the fee through DD/NEFT in favor to the director of NIEPMD. The DD address is mentioned below:

DD Address:  THE DIRECTOR, NIEPMD I.A, INDIAN BANK, KOVALAM BRANCH,
IFSC: IDIB000K122
ACCOUNT NO: 6332687300