ScienceAllied Health / Cardiovascular Technology
Perfusionist
Perfusionists operate cardiopulmonary bypass equipment during open-heart and major vascular surgeries, maintaining blood circulation and oxygenation when the heart is stopped. Demand in India is rising sharply as cardiac surgery centres expand across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities. They work in direct collaboration with cardiac surgeons and anaesthesiologists inside high-stakes operation theatres.
Salary range
₹5–20 LPA
Job growth
high
Work type
Hospital
Paths to entry
2 routes
Actions for your grade
- Score well in Science to secure PCB stream eligibility
- Read about open-heart surgery and the heart-lung machine
- Explore B.Sc. Allied Health programs at AIIMS and CMC Vellore
Your complete path from Grade 10 to Perfusionist
Every step you need — from now to your first job.
B.Sc. Perfusion Technology
SciencePCB in Class 12 required; NEET UG score used for allied health seat allocation at most institutions
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsNEET UG
- DegreeB.Sc. Perfusion Technology / Cardiovascular Technology (3 years)
- CollegesAIIMS Delhi · Cmc Vellore · Sriher
- CareerPerfusionist
Post-MBBS Perfusion Diploma
ScienceDoctors transitioning into perfusion command significantly higher salaries and leadership roles
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsNEET UG
- DegreeMBBS + PG Diploma in Perfusion Technology (1–2 years)
- CollegesAIIMS Delhi · Cmc Vellore
- CareerPerfusionist
Entrance exams
| Exam | Eligibility | Difficulty | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
NEET UG NTA | Class 12 PCB, 50%+ | Very Hard | May |
Where to Study
Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.