An official guide explaining BPMA's Section 8 legal registration status and important compliance directives for all professional members.
Official Legal Status & Professional Compliance Notice
The Bhartiye Physiotherapy Medical Association (BPMA) is registered as a Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013 (Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India).
The Association functions strictly in accordance with its Memorandum of Association (MOA), Articles of Association (AOA), and the prevailing statutory laws of India.
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Scope & Purpose of BPMA Membership
BPMA membership is intended exclusively for:
- Professional Identification: Recognizing certified graduates and practitioners.
- National Professional Networking: Connecting clinicians across all Indian states.
- Academic & Educational Interaction: Organizing continuing medical education (CME) and clinical workshops.
- Ethical Guidance & Public Awareness: Promoting ethical physiotherapy care.
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Essential Legal Compliance Notice
Members and applicants must take note of the following legal directives:
1. Voluntary Professional Association: BPMA is a voluntary non-government membership organization. 2. Not a Licence to Practise: BPMA membership does not constitute or replace any Government Licence, State Council Registration, Statutory Recognition, Clinical Establishment Licence, Trade Licence, or legal authorization to practice independently. 3. Compliance with Central & State Laws: Every member is individually responsible for obtaining necessary statutory licences, state council registrations, or municipal practice approvals as required by competent regulatory authorities in their respective states. 4. Mandatory Document Verification: Membership is subject to strict document validation. Submitting fraudulent, forged, or altered certificates will lead to immediate cancellation of membership and legal proceedings.
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Summary Checklist for Members
| Directive | Requirement | Status | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Membership Type | Voluntary Professional Identity | Certified | | Licensing | Must follow local State Council rules | Mandatory | | Verification | Submission of genuine BPT/Diploma records | Mandatory | | Conduct | Adherence to BPMA Code of Clinical Ethics | Mandatory |
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*For queries regarding institutional compliance or MOA directives, contact the BPMA Legal Secretariat at legal@bpma.org.in.*