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Paramedical courses is all about prepare students to work alongside doctors and nurses. Courses are offered at UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate and Doctorate levels. This course is focused on theoretical as well as practical subjects with core and elective subjects which help candidates understand concepts of Paramedical courses. Candidates should know that syllabus and curriculum can be different according to course levels. Course duration can be from 6 months to 3 years but then again it depends on course level.

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Types of Paramedical Courses

Candidates can see table listing types of Paramedical course levels offered to candidates below - 

  • Certificate Paramedical Courses
  • Diploma Paramedical Courses
  • Bachelor Paramedical Courses
  • Masters Courses 

Bachelor's Degree in Paramedical Courses

Candidates can see table listing types of UG Paramedical courses offered to candidates below -

Postgraduate Courses in Paramedical Science

Candidates can see table listing types of PG Paramedical courses offered to candidates below -

  • Master of Radiation Technology
  • Master of Medical Lab. Technology
  • Master of Optometry & Ophthalmic Technology
  • Master of Pathology Technology
  • PG Diploma in Maternal & Child Health
  • PG Diploma in Geriatric Medicine
  • PG Diploma in Hospital & Health Management
  • Master of Occupational Therapy
  • Master of Physiotherapy
  • MSc Nursing
  • Master of Pharmacy
  • Master of Veterinary & Public Health
  • Master of Hospital Administration

Diploma Paramedical Courses

Candidates can see table listing types of Diploma Paramedical courses offered to candidates below -

  • Diploma in OT Technician
  • Diploma in Rural Health Care
  • GNM
  • ANM
  • Diploma in Dental Hygienist
  • Diploma in Occupational Therapy
  • Diploma in Dialysis Technology
  • Diploma in X-Ray Technology
  • Diploma in Nursing Care Assistant
  • Diploma in Physiotherapy

Certificate Paramedical Courses

Candidates can see table listing types of PG Paramedical courses offered to candidates below -

  • Certificate in X-Ray Technician
  • Certificate in ECG and CT Scan Technician
  • Certificate – Technician/ Lab Assistant
  • Certificate in Nursing Care Assistant
  • Certificate – Dental Assistant
  • Certificate in HIV and Family Education
  • Certificate in Rural Health Care
  • Certificate in Dialysis Technician
  • Certificate in Home Based Health Care

Paramedical Courses After Class 12

Candidates can see table listing types of Paramedical courses offered to candidates after Class 12 below -

Paramedical Courses Duration Fees
BSc Radiology Three years Rs 2 Lakhs to 10 Lakhs
BSc in Audiology and Speech Therapy Three years Rs 4-5 Lakhs
Bachelor of Physiotherapy 3-5 years Rs 4 Lakhs
BSc Ophthalmic Technology Three years Rs 2 Lakhs to 6 Lakhs
Bachelor/BSc in OTT
(Operation Theater Technology)
3-5 years Rs 4 Lakhs
B.Sc (Respiratory Therapy Technology) Three years Rs 2 Lakhs to 4 Lakhs
B.Sc in Dialysis Therapy Three years Rs 1 Lakhs to 2 Lakhs
BSc Nursing Four years Rs 1 Lakhs to 2 Lakhs
BNYS Course (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences) Five years Rs 1 Lakhs to 2 Lakhs
Diploma in Physiotherapy Two years Rs 1 Lakhs to 3 Lakhs

Paramedical Courses after 10th

Candidates can see table listing types of Paramedical courses offered to candidates after Class 10 below -

Paramedical Courses Duration Fees
Diploma in Ayurvedic Nursing One year Rs 50,000 to 1 Lakhs
Diploma in Medical Record Technology Two years Rs 2 Lakhs
Diploma in Nursing Care Assistant  1 – 2 years Rs 1.5 – 2 Lakh
Diploma in X-Ray Technology Two years Rs 2 Lakhs to 3 Lakhs
MRI Technician (Certificate) Three months to 1 year Rs 60,000
Certificate in Home Based Health Care Six months to 2 years Rs 20,000-30,000
Diploma in Dialysis Techniques Two years Rs 55,000
Diploma in Rural Health Care One year Rs 2 Lakhs
Home Health Aide (HHA) Four months Rs 2,000 to 5,000

Paramedical Courses Eligibility

Candidates should know that eligibility can be different according to the courses. This is why they should check it. Failure to fulfill the eligibility can lead to cancellation of candidature.

Candidates can see the general outline of the eligibility below:

  • To pursue UG courses, you must have completed higher secondary education, i.e., Class 12 with PCB (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) subjects from any recognised board with minimum marks specified by university
  • To apply for a master's degree, you must have completed your graduation in any discipline in Science stream
  • A master's degree is required for PhD level courses. Work and research experience may be requested as well

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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

23 Courses
400 - 4.5 K
6.41 - 7.64 LPA

#3 NIRF

20 Courses
90 K - 5.8 L
2.9 - 6.1 LPA

#40 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

4 Courses
7.2 L
4.6
3 Courses
7.8 L
4 Courses
8 L
4.4
34 Courses
65 K - 3.6 L
4 LPA
2 L - 6.4 L
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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.

27 Jun ' 26 - 4 Jul ' 26

Release of Admit Card

4 Jul ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical 2026 Exam date

14 Jun ' 26 - 21 Jun ' 26

NEET RE-Exam Admit Card

22 May ' 26 - 22 Jun ' 26

NEET 2026 Application Refund Last Date

Jun '26

AIAPGET 2026 admit card release

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Jul '26

AIAPGET 2026 exam date

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Aug '26

NEET PG 2026 City Intimation Slip

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Aug '26

NEET PG 2026 Admit Card Release Date

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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.

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Answered a week 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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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy offers scholarship to students. The college offers meritorious scholarships (NEXT scholarship) to students on the basis of merit in last qualifying exams.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admission 2026 is open. The last date to apply is not available on the official website. Students must apply through the official portal of NIMS University. For more updates, aspirants must contact the admission desk.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, students cannot apply offline for NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. The application process is conducted in online mode. For the offline process, students must check with the college administration.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admission 2026 is open. To get admission in NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, students must meet the eligibility and selection requirement. The final selection is merit-based. Students can apply online through the official

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered 2 weeks ago

To apply for NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy courses, students must meet the eligibility. There is no minimum percentage to apply. To be eligible, students must pass last qualifying exams in relevant subjects from a recognised board/ university.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Students can apply on the NIMS University portal. To submit NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy application form online, students can fill the form through the official website of the college. Application fees is INR 600.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admission process is given below:

  • To get admission, students should meet the eligibility.
  • Fill the application form through the university portal.
  • The selection is done on the basis of merit.
  • Admission is then confirmed by reporting to the college w

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered 2 weeks ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admission is merit-based. To get admission in NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, students must fulfil the eligibility. The final selection is done on the basis of scores in last qualifying exam. There is no provision for dir

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered 2 weeks ago

No, there is no entrance test for admission in NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. Admission is meirt-based. The selection is done on the basis of academic scores of students.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered 2 weeks ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy offers couses at UG, PG and Doctorate levels. The courses offered are BPT, B.O.Th, MPT and PhD. The courses are offered in full-time mode.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered 2 weeks ago

NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admission is merit-based. To get admission in NIMS College of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, the student must pass Class 12 in PCB from a recognised board. For PG courses, students must have a graduation degree in relevant field. The fi

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Nehru Gram Bharati University Powered by Emversity offers BMRIT or Bachelor of Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology for four-years at the UG level. Aspirants can apply for BMRIT after completing Class 12. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The total tuition fees for Bachelor of Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology is INR 7.2 lakh at Nehru Gram Bharati University Powered by Emversity. Selected candidates have to pay the course fees to confirm their seat.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Paramedics graduates of Life Line School of Nursing assist in emergency care, labs, radiology, physiotherapy, anaesthesia, and operation theatres. They play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate patient support, often working behind the scenes.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Life Line School of Nursing offers different paramedical courses such as:

 

·       BMLT (Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Technology)

·       B.Sc. in Operation Theatre Technology

·       B.Sc. in Optometry

·       B.Sc. in Medical Microbiology

·       BMRIT (Bachelor in Medical Radio Imaging Technology)

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Students who want to get admission in BMRIT in Alard University can get scholarship by taking ALARD University Common Entrance Test (AUCET). It is an online computer-based test. Students can take mock test for this exam using the link given on the institute website.

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Saumya Gairola

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

BMLT programme in Alard University focuses on employbility. After completing this programme, graduates can find employment in hospitals, diagnostic labs, research centers. The institute also gives them placement assistance.

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Saumya Gairola

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Alard University follows fee refund policy as per the guidelines of UGC Fee Refund Policy. Students can get refund only if they withdraw admission before 30 days after the last date of admission. The amount of refund depends upon on how close to the last date admission is withdrawn.

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Saumya Gairola

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Answered a month ago

Alard University offers limited number of seats in Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Technology each year. There are 30 seats being offered for this course. Students should apply on time to get a seat.

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Saumya Gairola

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Answered a month ago

The key features of Bachelor's in MLT programme offered by Alard University are mentioned below:

  • Placement assistance
  • Hospital lab internships
  • Lab training and clinical exposure
  • Diagnostic-focused curriculum
  • Advanced laboratory exposure

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Saumya Gairola

Contributor-Level 10

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