Bachelor in Medical Lab. Technology (BMLT)

Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT) is a degree course which deals with diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases with the help of laboratory tests. The duration of this course is 3 years and 6 months. BSc Medical Laboratory Technology is similar to the BMLT course. These two are often interchangeably used as the curriculum for both these courses is almost similar.

BMLT: Admission Process

Admissions to BMLT are done on the basis of Merit as well as Entrance Tests. Some colleges conduct their own entrance exams such as Manipal University, Amity University, JIPMER, etc. Some state-level entrance exams are KEAM, AP EAMCET, BCECE. There are some colleges that take direct admissions without any entrance exam by preparing a merit list based on the scores obtained by the candidates in 10+2. Details of BMLT the admission process are discussed below.

Colleges offering admission via merit take into account a candidate’s performance in education in 10+2. Colleges offering admission via Entrance Test take into account the scores of Entrance test. Based on scores, a merit list is prepared which will be deciding factor for admission to various colleges.

• Candidates will have to physically visit the office or can apply for the course via online mode.
• Candidates should fill out the application form as directed.
• Candidates might have to appear for the entrance exam or would have to wait for the Merit list. Based on which the admission will be rolled out.
• After the announcement of results or merit list candidates will have to appear for further rounds.

Eligibility Criteria (BMLT)

The minimum eligibility criteria for admission to Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology is defined below

• The minimum age limit for admission to this course is 17 years. So, applicants must ensure they are 17 as of 31st December of the admission year.
• It is mandatory to submit the high school merit card or any other equivalent degree from any recognized board.
• Students must secure at least 50% in their high school education level.
• Studying a science stream with subjects like physics, chemistry, and mathematics or biology as core subjects is mandatory admission criteria for the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology course.