Paramedical Courses: Duration, Fees, Course List, Eligibility, Top Colleges

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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.
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 -
- Bachelor of Radiation Technology
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
- BSc. Nursing
- BSc in Dialysis Therapy
- BSc Medical Lab Technology
- BSc in Optometry
- BSc in X-Ray Technology
- BSc in Nuclear Medicine Technology
- BSc in Operation Theatre Technology
- BSc in Medical Record Technology
- BSc in Medical Imaging Technology
- BSc in Anesthesia Technology
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
Top Colleges in India Offering Paramedical Courses
Candidates can see table listing popular colleges that offer Paramedical courses -
| College Name | Total Fees (in INR) |
|---|---|
| All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi | 1 K - 3 K |
| Christian Medical College, Vellore | 7 K - 63 K |
| Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research | 7 K - 20 L |
| Jamia Hamdard | 80 K - 4 L |
| JIPMER Puducherry | 2 K - 47 K |
| Banaras Hindu University | - |
| National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences | 30 K - 2 L |
| Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences | 1 L - 2 L |
| KGMU - King George's Medical University | - |
| Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | 3 L - 37 L |
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Answered 5 days ago
The candidate should have passed Class 12 or any equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. For reserved category the minimum aggregate score is 35% while for general canndidates it is 40%. Candidates who have passed class 12 of CBSE or any other board with Medical Laboratory Technology (a
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To take admission in the Masters of Optometry at ITM- Institute of Health Sciences, the candidate must hold an optometry or equivalent degree and complete a compulsory clinical internship.
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Answered 5 days ago
No, the admissions for Masters of optometry at ITM- Institute of Health Science is merit- based and candidate does not have to give any particular entrance exam.
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Answered 5 days ago
The total tuition fees of Masters of Optometry at ITM- Institute of Health Science is INR 2 lakh. However, the given fee amount is taken from the official website of the college. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.
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Answered 5 days ago
Epidemiology and Community Eyecare, Research Methodology and Biostatistics, Ocular Diseases and Diagnostics, Pediatric Optometry and Clinic are the subjects taught in the first semester of Masters of Optometry course at ITM- institute of Health Sciences.
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Answered 5 days ago
Yes, candidates who have completed DMLT from any recognised institute can apply for lateral entry in the Bachelors of Optometry course at ITM-Institute of Health Science.
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Candidate must have passed class 12 with physics, chemistry and biology with at least 40% marks for general category students and a relaxation of 5% is given to the reserved category students.
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The total tuition fee of BOPTM at ITM- Institute of Health Sciences is INR 2.1L- 3L and this includes various components. However, the given fee amount is taken from the official website of the college. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.
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No, internships are not compulsory before taking admission in BOPTM course at ITM- Institute of Health Science. Students are offered a 12-month internship at leading hospitals during the course.
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Anatomy and Physiology, Basic Optics, Visual Science and General Pathology are the four subjects that are taught in the first-year of the BOPTM course at ITM- Institute of Health Sciences.
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Yes, candidates who have completed DMLT from any recognised institute can apply for lateral entry in the Bachelors of Optometry course at ITM-Institute of Health Science.
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Answered 5 days ago
Bachelor of Optometry is a four- year long undergraduate course offered by ITM-Institute of Health Science. The course is divided into eight semesters. The students can check curriculum of this course on the official website of college.
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Answered a week ago
yes it is available in Quantum university and only 30 seats are there.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
yes, Quantum is good for paramedical courses and also affordable too
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 2 weeks ago
The tuition fees for BSc in Clinical Psychology at NIMS School of Humanities and Social Sciences is INR 2.25 lakh. The aforementioned tuition fees is charged on per semester basis from every candidate at INR 37,500. Other than the tuition fees, candidates are also required to pay INR 3 Lacs for host
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Quantum University offers BMLT and is a recognised university with claims of good placements and structured programs but you should verify specific BMLT faculty, labs, clinical tie-ups and student reviews for that exact course to confirm its quality as general reviews highlights strong placements fo
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The BSc fees at Amity Bangalore has not been revealed for the year 2026. The tuition fees for BSc in Clinical Psychology stood at INR 2.94 Lacs in the year 2025. The tuition fees was charged on a per annum basis at INR 98,000 per annum. Candidates need to go to the website of Amity Bangalore for upd
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Answered a month ago
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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Answered a month ago
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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Answered a month ago
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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Answered a month ago
Hi.
AIIMS Delhi offers paramedical B.Sc. courses, including Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology.
These courses are full-time degree programs of 3–4 years.
There isn't a 2-year B.Sc RIT programme at AIIMS Delhi.
A 2-year programme does exist in some other institutions as diplomas but not as B.Sc d
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Scholar-Level 17
Answered a month ago
TSMU Bachelor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation course is taught in English. This course is 4 years long. The course's module has three stages Pre-clinical Stage, Clinical Stage, and Consolidation Stage. After graduating, students can work in the:
- rehabilitation departments of hospitals and spe
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Answered a month ago
Students who want to appear in AIIMS Paramedical exam must fulfill both age wise and educational eligibility criteria. Applicants must complete 17 years of age by December 31, 2026 in order to be eligible for exam.
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Answered a month ago
Indian Spinal Injuries Centre's IIRS Institute is affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) and has a large number of Physiotherapy-related courses for students. For admissions, students have to appear for the IP University Common Entrance Test (CET). Also, the popular cours
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Answered 2 months ago
The private colleges that have the lowest Occupational Therapy course fees are:
Colleges | Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
Shridhar University | 6,000 - 60,000 |
Saveetha University | 75,000 - 2 Lakh |
80,000 - 1.6 Lakh | |
1 Lakh | |
Rayat Bahra University | 1.2 Lakh |
Note: This information is taken from the official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 months ago
Students can try to get admission in government colleges as these colleges have low tuition fees if we compare it to the private colleges or take education loan to reduce the cost. Most of the students prefer govt. colleges for this course.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, definitely the fees can be different according to the state or region where the college is located. Private colleges in the urban areas and the colleges in the metropolitan cities have much higher fees. Colleges that are located in tier 2 cities or are run by the govt. often have lower fees whi
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Answered 2 months ago
Yes, private colleges mostly charge higher fees for Occupational Therapy courses if we compare it to government colleges.
Government colleges often subsidize fees making them more affordable oprion which is from Rs. 20 K to Rs. 60 K per year. In contrast, private colleges may charge between rs. 1 - 3
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Answered 2 months ago
AI and automation are transforming Medical Transcription, reducing traditional transcription jobs but creating new roles in editing and proofreading AI-generated reports.
- Speech recognition software is replacing manual transcription in many healthcare settings.
- Editing and proofreading roles are growi
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Medical Transcriptionists should be having a combination of technical, linguistic and analytical skills also to succeed in the field.
- Excellent listening and comprehension skills
- Fast and accurate typing
- knowledge of Medical terminology
- Strong grammar and proofreading skills
- Proficiency in transcript
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