Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology Thiruvananthapuram Answered Questions

SCTIMST Trivandrum UG Diploma holders have a bright and promising career. They are eligible for a variety of jobs in the government as well as the private sector. Most of these jobs are provided by hospitals, healthcare centers, clinics, etc. Diploma holders can also explore the job opportunities in the fields of Education and Research. Some job profiles for SCTIMST UG Diploma graudates are Surgical Assistant, Anesthesia Technician, Operation Theater Technician, Health Educator, Nurse, etc.

Candidates aspiring to pursue a PG Diploma course at SCTIMST Trivandrum can apply online through the institute's official website. Before applying, they must ensure that they fulfil the course-specific eligibility criteria. Eligible candidates must visit the institute's official website and submit an online application before the stipulated deadline. While applying, they must also submit a non-refundable application fee of INR 640 for SC/ST candidates and INR 800 for others. The fee must be paid using online payment modes only (Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, etc.).

The eligibility criteria for PG Diploma at SCTIMST Trivandrum varies across the available specialisations. Check out the following table for the minimum eligibility requirements for SCTIMST Trivandrum PG Diploma courses:CoursesEligibility CriteriaPG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology (PGDCLT)An aggregate score of at least 50% in a BSc degree from any recognised university in India with Physics as the major or ancillary subjectPG Diploma in Neuro Technology (PGDNT)An aggregate score of at least 50% in a BSc in Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Bio-Technology or ComputerSciencePG Diploma in Medical Records Science (PGDMRS)An aggregate score of at least 50% in a BSc degree from any recognised university in IndiaPG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion (PGDCP)An aggregate score of at least 50% in a BSc degree from any recognised university in India with Zoology as the major or ancillary subjectPG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology (PGDBBT)An aggregate score of at least 50% in a BSc degree in any branch of Biological Science from any recognised university

Candidates seeking MD admission at SCTIMST Trivandrum are required to complete the INI-CET application process. While applying, they must submit the prescribed application fee via online payment modes. The application fee depends on the reservation category of the applicants. The category-wise INI CET application fee is given in the table below:CategoryFee (in INR)General/OBC4,000SC/ST3,200PwDExempted*Transaction charges as applicable have to be borne by the applicant.

The PG Diploma fee at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) is INR 20,000 for various specialisations. This fee is divided into two equal instalments of INR 10,000 per year. In addition to the PG Diploma tuition fee, students are required to pay various other charges, such as an admission fee of INR 500, an exam fee of INR 250, a refundable security deposit of INR 10,000, etc. The mentioned fees are sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

SCTIMST Trivandrum offers a Post Basic Diploma in Neuro Nursing at the UG level. The course duration is one year. It includes 30 clinical hours and 12 academic hours per week. The assessment is based on multiple factors, such as written exams, clinical performance, research project, viva, etc. Some areas of study included in the course curriculum are as follows:Nursing FoundationsNeuro Nursing MedicalNeuroNursing SurgicalNursing EducationNursing AdministrationNursing research & Statistics

SCTIMST Trivandrum curriculum for PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology includes various subjects. Each subject includes theoretical and practical components. A list of these subjects is given below:Blood Physiology and Donore Management Blood ComponentsImmunohematologyRegulatory AffairsTotal Quality ManagementTransfusion Transmitted Infections and Biohazards

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) UG Diploma fee structure includes multiple components, such as tuition fee, admission fee, security deposit, etc. While the amount of other fees may vary across the UG Diploma specialisations offered at the institute, the amount of security deposit (refundable) is INR 10,000 for all the specialisations. The tuition fees for various specialisations is presented in the table below:SCTIMST Trivandrum UG Diploma CoursesTuition FeesDiploma in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology (DOTAT)&Diploma in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (DAMIT)INR 20,000Diploma in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Nursing&Diploma in Neuro NursingINR 10,000Diploma in Public HealthINR 2 LakhNOTE: The mentioned fees are sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Yes, SCTIMST Trivandrum has specified the upper age limit for PG Diploma applicants. The upper age limit for candidates willing to take admission at the institute for variou PG Diploma specialisations is 25 years (as on January 1 of the admission year). It is relaxable by 3 years for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC/ST and sponsored candidates.

No, PG Diploma admissions for the batch starting in January 2025 are not open. The admission process has already been concluded in November 2024. The application window for PG Diploma admissions at the institute was open between September 02, 2024 and November 15, 2025. The admissions for the next admission year are expected to begin in September 2025.