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

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology or SCTIMIST Trivandrum offers five PG Diploma specialisations in the field of Medical and Allied Services. The duration of all these specialisations is two years. These specialisations are listed below:PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology (PGDCLT)PG Diploma in Neuro Technology (PGDNT)PG Diploma in Medical Records Science (PGDMRS)PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion (PGDCP)PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology (PGDBBT)

The eligibility criteria for UG Diploma at SCTIMST Trivandrum varies across the available specialisations. Check out the following table for the minimum eligibility requirements for SCTIMST Trivandrum UG Diploma courses: CoursesEligibility CriteriaDiploma in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology (DOTAT)Diploma in Electronics/Biomedical Engineering /InstrumentationDiploma in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (DAMIT)Certificate in Radiographic Assistance (CRA)/ 2-year Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT) or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution, with an aggregate of at least 50%Diploma in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Nursing&Diploma in Neuro NursingBe a registered Nurse (RN & RM) or equivalentPossess a minimum of one year experience as a staff nurseNurses from other countries must obtain an equivalence certificate from INC before admissionBe physically fitDiploma in Public HealthThree years in Government service after MBBS

SCTIMIST Trivandrum has not released the course-specific placement rate for MPH. According to SCTIMST NIRF Report 2023, the placement rate recorded during PG (2-year) placements in 2022 was 92%. Earlier, the placement rate during SCTIMST Trivandrum PG (2-year) placements in 2021 and 2020 was 87% and 93%, respectively. Hence, the institute may not have a placemet rate of 100% but has maintained a notable placement rate of over 80% for PG (2-year) courses.

SCTIMST Trivandrum has maintained a notably good placement rate over the past few years. As of now, the course-specific placement rate for MD course is not available. However, the placement rate for PG (3-year) courses (including MD) was 100% in 2020, 2021 and 2022. In 2023, 27 students were placed out of a total of 34 students enrolled in various PG (3-year) courses. Hence, the placement rate in 2023 was around 79%.

SCTIMST Trivandrum offers UG Diploma courses with different durations. The course duration is either one or two years. Find below the course-wise duration of SCTIMST UG Diploma courses:CourseDurationDiploma in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology (DOTAT)2Diploma in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (DAMIT)2Diploma in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Nursing1Diploma in Neuro Nursing1Diploma in Public Health1 

Every year, SCTIMST Trivandrum accepts MD admissions in two sessions: the January session and the July session. MD aspirants are required to appear for the INI-CET exam conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi. The application process for the January session of INI-CET usually takes place between September and October of the preceeding year. Candidates willing to take admission in the July session can apply between March and April. Candidates are advised to check the official exam website for exact admission schedule.

SCTIMST Trivandrum MD cut-off is released for various rounds of INI-CET counselling conducted AIIMS New Delhi. In 2025, the Round 1 INI-CET cut-off for General and OBC category candidates was 1,799 and 2,526, respectively. In Round 2, the closing cut-off rank for MD admission was 1,929 for General category candidates.

SCTIMST Trivandrum offers a PG Diploma in Neuro Technology lasting two years. The course structure is divided into four semesters, with an interval evaluation at the end of each semester (six months). The curriculum includes various theoretical and practical subjects. The final examination at the end of two years consists a theory paper based on Electrophysiological and disease-based situations, followed by 'Practical and Viva voce' by Neurologists and a Biomedical Engineering expert. Some areas of study included in the course curriculum are as follows:Anatomy and PhysiologySleep studiesVideo EEGElectrocorticography (ECoG)Evoked Potential studyElectromyography (EMG)

SCTIMST Trivandrum has not yet released the official report on MPH placements 2024. However, the institute's Medical NIRF report 2024, contains the following insights on the median package offered during PG (2-year) placements in 2023 and 2022:CourseMedian Package in 2023Median Package in 2022PG (2-year)INR 5.53 LPAINR 5.04 LPANOTE: The mentioned insights are applicable as MPH is a two-year programme offered at the PG level.

Yes, SCTIMST Trivandrum offers UG Diploma in the field of Medical and Allied Services. The institute offers five UG Diploma courses, including two Specialty Diploma programmes in Nursing. These courses are listed below:Diploma in Operation Theatre & Anaesthesia Technology (DOTAT)Diploma in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (DAMIT)Diploma in Public HealthDiploma in Cardiovascular & Thoracic NursingDiploma in Neuro Nursing