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Medical Laboratory Technologist

Medical Laboratory Technologists perform diagnostic laboratory tests on patient samples to support clinical decisions. In India they work in hospitals, diagnostic centres and research labs, following strict quality and safety standards. Career paths include diplomas, B.Sc. MLT and advanced specialisations in clinical biochemistry, microbiology or transfusion science.

Salary range
₹2.5–8 LPA
Job growth
high
Work type
Hospital
Paths to entry
3 routes

Actions for your grade

  • Choose Science stream (PCB) in Class 11 for stronger eligibility.
  • Attend basic laboratory skill workshops or vocational courses.
  • Speak with career counsellors about paramedical diploma options.

Your complete path from Grade 10 to Medical Laboratory Technologist

Every step you need — from now to your first job.

B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology
Science

Admissions may be via university entrance (CUET/MHT-CET) or college-specific tests; check individual college criteria.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    CUET UG or MHT CET
  3. Degree
    B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (3 years)
  4. Colleges
    AIIMS Delhi · Christian Medical College Vellore · Manipal Academy of Higher Education
  5. Career
    Medical Laboratory Technologist
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
Science

Diploma routes are quick entry options into hospital labs and often offered by government polytechnics and medical colleges.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    MHT CET
  3. Degree
    Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (2 years)
  4. Colleges
    Grant Medical College Mumbai · King George Medical University Lucknow · State Polytechnic and Paramedical Institutes
  5. Career
    Medical Laboratory Technologist
Certificate / Short-term courses
Any Stream

Short courses help start as junior technicians; combine with internships for faster placement.

  1. Now
    Any Stream Stream
  2. Exams
    —
  3. Degree
    Certificate in Phlebotomy / Laboratory Techniques (6–12 months)
  4. Colleges
    District Hospital Training Centres · Private Diagnostic Lab Training Institutes
  5. Career
    Medical Laboratory Technologist

Entrance exams

ExamEligibilityDifficultyWindow
MHT CET
Maharashtra State CET Cell
Class 12 PCM (Maharashtra domicile preferred)MediumApr-May
CUET UG
NTA
Class 12 (any stream)MediumMay-Jun

Where to Study

Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.

AIIMS Delhi
AIIMS New Delhi
Central GovtNew Delhi, Delhi
AIIMS Allied Health ExamAIIMS CBT
Christian Medical College Vellore
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Maulana Azad Medical College
Grant Medical College Mumbai
King George Medical University Lucknow
State Polytechnic and Paramedical Institutes
District Hospital Training Centres
Private Diagnostic Lab Training Institutes
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.