The Department of Occupational Therapy is committed to excellence in education, research, and clinical practice, preparing students for dynamic roles in rehabilitation and healthcare. Since offering its undergraduate and postgraduate programs in 2001 and 2000 respectively, and launching its Ph.D. program in Occupational Therapy in 2023, the department has evolved into a recognized center of academic distinction. It was honored as the "Eminent College of Occupational Therapy in Delhi NCR" in 2024. The department’s academic offerings—BOT, MOT, and Ph.D.—are recognized by the Delhi Council of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy (DCPTOT) and the All India Occupational Therapists’ Association (AIOTA), and align with international standards set by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy (WFOT).
The curriculum integrates evidence-based learning with hands-on clinical training, supported by a state-of-the-art Rehabilitation Center and affiliations with leading hospitals, NGOs, and special schools across Delhi NCR. Students gain real-world exposure under expert guidance, enabling them to address diverse therapeutic needs across specialties such as Pediatrics, Neurology, Mental Health, Geriatrics, Community-Based Rehabilitation, and more. This client-centered, holistic approach empowers students to improve functional independence and quality of life for individuals of all ages and conditions.
Graduates from the department enjoy 100% placement, working in renowned institutions like Lok Nayak Hospital, GB Pant Hospital, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital etc. Many alumni have also established private practices or became entrepreneurs, while others have pursued advanced education and careers internationally in countries including the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore, Australia, and Canada. The department’s emphasis on academic excellence, clinical proficiency, and global outlook ensures that its graduates are well-prepared to meet the evolving demands of occupational therapy worldwide.
Vision Statement of the Department of Occupational Therapy:
- The Vision of Occupational therapy Department is to nurture students into skilled and competent professionals, to meet the needs of diverse and global society and to promote healthy wellbeing and participate in meaning full activities and occupation by advance area of knowledge.
Mission statement(s):
- To emphasis experiential learning, evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning in students.
- To encourage high quality research, imparting impactful teaching, research and industrial interaction to promote necessary competencies in students.
- To promote ethical and value based professional behaviour among students.
- Fostering collaborative engagement and service that extend beyond campus to include local and global community.
Courses Offered:
Undergraduate:
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
Postgraduate:
- Master of Occupational Therapy (Musculoskeletal)
- Master of Occupational Therapy (Paediatrics)
Doctoral:
- Ph.D. (Occupational Therapy)
Academic Staff:
Dr. Rashida Begum (OT), Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Occupational Therapy
Dr. Ruchi Nagar Buckshee (OT), Professor, Superintendent, O.T. Unit- Rehabilitation Centre
Dr. Shubha Arora (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Noor Mohammad (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Nazia Ali (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Saba Aziz (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Saba Irem (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Shivani Bhardwaj, Assistant Professor
Dr. Subhav Sharma (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Saqueba Shahi (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Nikhat Sultana (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Firdous Mohammad Ikram (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Sidra Arshad (OT), Assistant Professor
Dr. Bhavita (OT), Assistant Professor