Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
AHPC minimum scores for physiotherapy
From the AHPC requirements for registration application page, Table 1. Occupational therapy has the same scores.
| Test | Minimum for physiotherapy |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | At least 7 in listening, reading, writing and speaking |
| TOEFL iBT (from 1 August 2026) | Overall 5.0 or more and at least 5.0 in each component |
| OET | Grade B and above (computer-based testing also accepted for physiotherapy) |
Who needs to show English proficiency
Applicants whose basic professional qualification is from Singapore, Australia, Canada (except Quebec), New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the UK or the USA do not need to show English proficiency. Everyone else must, before conditional registration can be granted. To be eligible at all you need a basic professional qualification in your profession and an offer of employment in that profession in Singapore, as listed on the AHPC requirements page.
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Rules for results
Only results taken within the two years before the date of your registration application are accepted. There is no limit on attempts, but you must meet every component of a test in a single sitting, and you must show the proof when you submit your registration application.
Regulators change these rules, sometimes at short notice. Confirm the current scores on the AHPC page before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do physiotherapists need in Singapore?+
IELTS Academic with at least 7 in each of listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Which physiotherapists are exempt?+
Those whose basic qualification is from Singapore, Australia, Canada (except Quebec), New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa, the UK or the USA.
Does the AHPC accept OET for physiotherapy?+
Yes, grade B and above, and computer-based OET is accepted for physiotherapy.
Can I combine IELTS sittings for the AHPC?+
No. All components must be met in a single sitting, but there is no limit on attempts.
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Guide updated on 31 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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