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A Paramedical career in India offers many opportunities in the growing healthcare sector. Paramedical careers provide job stability, competitive salaries and also different type sof specializations. Candidates can earn around approx INR 1 LPA  to 7 LPA but it depends on the job profiles and also the specialisations.

Top Career Profiles in Paramedical 

Candidates can see the jobs below: 

Job Profiles

Description

Average Salary (in INR)

Advanced Life Support Paramedics

Advanced Life Support Paramedics play a critical role in providing specialized emergency medical care and interventions to patients in critical conditions, utilizing advanced medical equipment and protocols to stabilize and transport them to definitive care.

3 LPA

Medical Assistants

Medical Assistants are essential healthcare professionals who support physicians and other medical personnel by performing administrative tasks.

1.3 LPA

Critical Care Paramedics

Critical Care Paramedics are highly trained emergency medical professionals who specialize in providing advanced life support interventions and critical care management to patients experiencing life-threatening medical emergencies or trauma.

4 LPA

Radiologists

Radiologists are medical professionals specialized in interpreting medical images, such as X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, and ultrasounds, to diagnose and treat diseases and injuries.

21.4 LPA

Occupational Therapists

Occupational Therapists are healthcare professionals who work with individuals of all ages to help them participate in meaningful activities and improve their ability to perform daily tasks.

4.4 LPA

Courses After Paramedical

Candidates can see the courses they can go for after Paramedical courses:

Courses

Description

Hospital Management courses

Courses that provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage healthcare organizations, particularly hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Public Health

Public Health courses focus on improving community health through education, research, and promotion of healthy lifestyles and disease prevention.

Clinical Research

Clinical Research courses focus on the design, management, and regulatory aspects of clinical trials and drug development.

Clinical Pharmacy

Clinical Pharmacy courses emphasize the application of pharmacotherapy principles in direct patient care, focusing on optimizing medication therapy, patient counselling, and ensuring safe and effective drug use.

Paramedical Top Recruiters

Candidates can see the list of recruiters below:

Paramedical Top Recruiters

Nanavati Hospital

Fortis Hospital

Manipal Hospital

Apollo Hospitals

MaxCure Hospital

Billroth Hospital

PGIMER, Puducherry

Artemis Hospital

Max Superspeciality Hospital

Columbia Asia Referral Hospital

Core Industries for Paramedical Career

Candidates can see the table below for the various job sectors in the Paramedical career with details -

Job Sectors Details
Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities
  • Government & Private Hospitals
  • Multispecialty & Super Specialty Hospitals
  • Nursing Homes
  • Trauma & Emergency Centers
Diagnostic & Imaging Centers
  • Radiology & Medical Imaging Centers
  • Pathology & Laboratory Services
  • MRI, CT Scan, and Ultrasound Centers
Rehabilitation & Physiotherapy Centers
  • Physical Therapy Clinics
  • Occupational Therapy Centers
  • Speech & Audiology Clinics
Medical & Surgical Equipment Industry
  • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • Biomedical Equipment Maintenance
  • Prosthetics & Orthotics Companies
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
  • Drug Research & Development
  • Pharmacovigilance & Clinical Trials
  • Blood Banks & Transfusion Centers

Best Paramedical Colleges for Placements

Candidates can se the best colleges with high placement below:

Paramedical Colleges

Average Package (in INR)

SGPIMS Placements

26.5 - 28 LPA

AIIMS Rishikesh Placements

24.1 LPA

AIIMS Delhi Placements

12 - 24 LPA

JIPMER Puducherry Placements

6 - 24 LPA

Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College Placements

22 LPA

SRIHER Placements

3.96 - 21 LPA

S.M.S. Medical College Placements

19.8 LPA

Armed Forces Medical College Placements 19.7 LPA
Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences Placements 19.36 LPA
BLDE University Placements 19.2 LPA
Q:   What are the eligibility criteria for pursuing a career in Paramedics?
A:

You have to pass Class 12 with PCM subjects and at least 55% marks from any recognised board.

 But if you want to apply for a PG course, you'll need a UG degree in a similar domain. This will help you get a job in the paramedical field. There are so many different jobs in the field, so carefully choose your course, so that you can end up having a job you exactly wanted.

 If you need more help with a Paramedical career, you can read the article above.

 Hope this helps.

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Q:   What are the skills needed for a Paramedical career?
A:

Candidates can check below the skills required for Paramedical career. Paramedical is a combination of both technical and practical skills -

  •  Medical Knowledge
  •  Emergency Response Skills
  •  Technical Skills
  •  Communication
  •  Teamwork
  •  Empathy, and many more.
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Q:   Is Paramedical a good career?
A:

Yes Paramedical is a good career because you can explore diverse career pathways.

 You get an average annual salary of around Rs. 1.7 L to 17 L.

 You can easily get jobs in hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centres, rehabilitation facilities and research institutions.

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Q:   Which Paramedical course has more scope in India after COVID 19?
A:

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many paramedical fields in India have seen growing demand. Some paramedical courses are-

  •  Medical Laboratory Technology
  •  Radiology and Imaging Technology
  •  Respiratory Therapy
  •  Nursing
  •  Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
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  • Popular Paramedical Courses Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Paramedical Courses Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Paramedical Courses Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Paramedical Courses UG Courses
  • Popular Paramedical Courses PG Courses
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Popular Paramedical Courses Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Paramedical Courses Colleges in India. Learn more about these Paramedical Courses colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
9 Courses
900 - 3.33 K
12 - 24 LPA

#1 NIRF

20 Courses
90 K - 5.8 L
2.9 - 6.1 LPA

#40 NIRF

23 Courses
400 - 4.5 K
6.41 - 7.64 LPA

#3 NIRF

7.33 K - 19.5 L
9 - 18 LPA

#2 NIRF

1.05 L - 2.2 L
26.5 - 28 LPA

#5 NIRF

Popular Private Paramedical Courses Colleges in India

3 Courses
7.8 L
4 Courses
8 L
4.4
4 Courses
7.2 L
4.6
34 Courses
65 K - 3.6 L
4 LPA
75 K - 4 L
45 K - 4 L
4 LPA

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Paramedical Courses. Students interested in pursuing a career on Paramedical Courses, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

10 Jul ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical 2026 Result

4 Jul ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical 2026 Exam date

20 Jul ' 26

Re NEET 2026 Result Tentative Date

25 Jun ' 26

Re NEET Answer Key

10 Jul ' 26 - 30 Jul ' 26

AIAPGET 2026 Registration process

Aug '26

AIAPGET 2026 admit card release

TENTATIVE

1 Jul ' 26 - 21 Jul ' 26

NEET PG 2026 Application Start Date

25 Jul ' 26 - 28 Jul ' 26

NEET PG 2026 Application Correction Dates

Popular Paramedical Courses Specializations

Following are the most popular Paramedical Courses Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Paramedical Courses UG Courses

Following are the most popular Paramedical Courses UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Paramedical Courses PG Courses

Following are the most popular Paramedical Courses PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Some of the documents needed for r NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admissions are given below:

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  • Date of Birth proof

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Jagriti Pruthi

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Answered a week ago

Both Bachelor of Occupational Therapy & BPT are 54-month full-time courses at NIMS College of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy. The course duration includes 4 years of classroom training & practical study which is followed by a 6-month to 1-year internship. 

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Vikrant Shekhar

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Answered a week ago

Yes, candidates need to pass BSc in the same discipline as MSc Medical Lab Technology with one-year compulsory internship to apply at DY Patil Navi Mumbai MSc MLT programme. The selection is merit-based for this course.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 2 weeks ago

No, the total tuition fee for the MPT course at NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy is not very high. If students find the fee high, worry not, there are scholarships available for students. Below are the available NEXT scholarship details:

Percentage RequiredScholarship Percentage
70% - 79.99%15% on First Year Tuition Fees
80% - 89.99%25% on First Year Tuition Fees
90% - 94.99%50% on First Year Tuition Fees
95% - 100%100% on First Year Tuition Fees

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Neha Pradhan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

NIMS admissions 2026 are open for various UG, PG, and PhD programmes. The last date to apply for the available courses is June 30, 2026. For successful admission, fill the application form with all relevant details. Submit the below documents during the admission procedure:

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Nishtha Singh

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, students can get admission in Virohan: MIT University BOPTM without entrance exam. Virohan: MIT University BOPTM admission is merit-based. Admission is offered based on academic scores in Class 12.

 

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

To apply for Virohan: MIT University BOPTM, students must be eligible. Candidates seeking admission in this course, should pass Class 12 in PCB/PCM with at least 50% marks with 40% marks in all subjects individually. Admission is offered based on merit in Class 12. 

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

To get a seat in Virohan: MIT University BMRIT, students must fulfil the eligibility. To be eligible for Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science, PCB is mandatory with 40% in all subjects individually. Virohan: MIT University BMRIT admission is merit-based. The final selection for BMRIT is determined

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The placements at the  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida are very good. Have a look at the table below to know more:

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Placement Statistics (2025)

Placement Rate

95%

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The number of offers given to students during the 2025 placements is not out yet. Check out  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida placement details which are provided in the table below:

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Placement Statistics (2025)

Students Placed

220

Placement Rate

95%

Companies Visited

500+

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, the  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida provides decent placements to its students. Look at the table below to know more:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2025)

Students Placed

220

Placement Rate

95%

Companies Visited

500+

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Over 500 recruiters have participated during the  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida placements, some of them are presented in the table below: 

DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida Placement: Top Recruiters

Apollo Hospital

Max Hospitals

The Oberoi Hotel

ITC Mourya

Medanta

Raddison Blu

Safdarjung Hospital

Jio World Centre

Fortis

Corro Health

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diksha soni

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The average package for the  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida has not been disclosed yet. However, other placement highlights are provided in the table below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2025)

Students Placed

220

Placement Rate

95%

Companies Visited

500+

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The salary packages recorded during  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida placements 2025 has not been released yet. Check the table below to know more details:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2025)

Students Placed

220

Placement Rate

95%

Companies Visited

500+

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The number of students that secured placements during  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida placements 2025 was 220. The table below to know more:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

Placement Statistics (2025)

Students Placed

193

196

220

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diksha soni

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The placement rate offered to students during the  DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida placements 2025 was 95%. The table below states the same:

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Placement Statistics (2025)

Placement Rate

95%

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diksha soni

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Answered 3 weeks ago

DPMI- Delhi Paramedical Management Institute Greater Noida has not released its placement highlights for 2025. The table below provides the placement statistics as per the official placement data released by the college:

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Placement Statistics (2025)

Students Placed

220

Placement Rate

95%

Companies Visited

500+

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, candidates with 60% marks in Class 12 are eligible to apply for admission in Bachelor in Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology (AOTT) at Virohan: Silver Oak University. The applicants should have passed Class 12 with 40% in
all subjects individually and PCB/PCM is mandatory.

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Raj Priya

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The course fee of Bachelor in Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology (AOTT) at Virohan: Silver Oak University is INR 8.6 lakh. This number is taken from the official website of college. It can change.

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Raj Priya

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Virohan - HRIT University BMRIT tuition fees is INR 8.6 lakh. To confirm seat in BMRIT programme, students must pay fees. The fee structure includes many components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Answered a month ago

There are 20 seats in Bachelor of Dialysis Therapy Technology course at MGM School of Biomedical Sciences, Aurangabad. Aspirants are offered seat in this course based on their merit. Candidates only need to meet the eligibility for admission.

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Answered a month ago

The fee for BMRIT in Himalayan Institute of Medical Science, Swam Rama Himalayan University is approximately INR 1.96 Lakh. The fee may vary depending on your category and domicile.

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Swati Pandey

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Answered a month ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy MPT fees is INR 60,000 - INR 1 lakh. NIMS University fee structure includes other components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered a month ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy B.O.Th fees is INR 3 lakh. NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy fee structure includes other components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered a month ago

No, entrance is not required for admission in NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy B.O.Th programme. Admission is merit-based. The final selection is based on scores in last qualifying exams.

 

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered a month ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy offers MPT at PG level for two years. The college offers various specialisations in MPT. The specialisations are Pediatrics, Musculoskeletal, Sports, Obstetrics And Gynaecology,  Community Based Rehabilitation,  Neurology and Cardiopulmonary Dis

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered a month ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy offers MPT at PG level. To apply for MPT, students must fulfil the eligibility. The eligibility is to have a BPT degree or other relevant degree from a recognised university. 

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered a month ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy BPT fees is INR 2.8 Lacs - 8 lakh. NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy fee structure includes other components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered a month ago

To get admission in NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy BPT, students mus fulfil the eligibility. The eligibility is to pass Class 12 in PCB. The final selection for NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy BPT admission is determined by academic scores of aspirants.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered a month ago

NEXT scholarship is offered on the basis of merit at NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. Minimum 60% is required in Class 10/ Class 12 for UG courses as applicable and 60% required in graduation for PG courses to avail NEXT scholarship.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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