Best Medical Laboratory Technology Colleges in Chennai

CMC Vellore is the top MLT college in Tamil Nadu according to NIRF ranking 2024 under the Medical category.  

Hi, given below are the top MLT colleges in Tamil Nadu according to NIRF ranking 2024 under the Medical category:

College Name	NIRF 2022	NIRF 2023	NIRF 2024
CMC Vellore Ranking	3	3	3
MCC Ranking	12	11	10
SIMTS Ranking	25	18	12
SRIMST Ranking	20	20	18
SRIHER Ranking	15	21	20

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Hi, it can be observed that pursuing MLT in Tamil Nadu can be quite inexpensive as most of the colleges have an average tuition fee of less than INR 1 lakh.

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology is an after-10+2 course aimed at helping to aspire students become Lab Technicians, Laboratory Managers, professors, Pathologists, etc. Students get to learn various methods of treating, preventing diseases, and identifying them.

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology offers a vast pool of jobs in different roles. After completing a UG degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, roles can be offered are Professor, Pathologist, Lab Technician, Lab Assistant, Laboratory Manager, etc. 

The average salary of a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology Graduate at the start of their career ranges from INR 2,00,000 to INR 6,00,000.

I hope this will help you!

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology is an after-10+2 course aimed at helping to aspire students become Lab Technicians, Laboratory Managers, professors, Pathologists, etc. Students get to learn various methods of treating, preventing diseases, and identifying them.

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology offers a vast pool of jobs in different roles. After completing a UG degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, roles can be offered are Professor, Pathologist, Lab Technician, Lab Assistant, Laboratory Manager, etc. 

The average salary of a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology Graduate at the start of their career ranges from INR 2,00,000 to INR 6,00,000.

I hope this will help you!

The scope after BSc MLT course is pretty high, accompanied by promising career opportunities.

A BSc MLT course graduate may work as a medical laboratory technologist or technician who runs the diagnostic tests that are considered quite crucial in detecting, diagnosing, and treating diseases.
There is immense demand for the skilled BSc MLT course graduates in hospitals and diagnostic laboratories.

PG courses and further studies:

To become a technologist, going for advanced courses after graduation will be of use! MLT graduates have a handful of PG courses to choose from.

They include- M.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology, Master of Medical Laboratory Technology, M.Sc in Medical Imaging Technology, M.Sc X-Ray Technology and M.Sc ECG and CVT.

Other than the Master's Degree courses mentioned above, graduates may also go for PG Diploma as well as PG Certificate courses related to the field of MLT. PG courses can be pursued to specialize in disciplines within the field of medical technology.

Some such well known areas of specialization includes- cytotechnology, immunology, microbiology, immunohematology, phlebotomy, histotechnology and forensic science.

Career opportunities in India and abroad are as follows: Lab technician Lab technologist Lab supervisor Lab manager Lab assistant Instructor/Tutor Lab analyst

BSc MLT course can surely be an excellent option for you if you enjoy working in clinical and diagnostic settings. You learn foundational clinical lab skills that are important for diagnosing and treating diseases. You can find good earning opportunities in hospitals, diagnostic labs, research facilities and pharmaceutical companies.

Hi, given below are the top courses offered by best MLT colleges in Tamil Nadu:

Courses Offered	No. of Colleges
BSc	40+
BMLT	30+
UG Diploma	10+
MSc	10
PG Diploma	5
BVoc	3

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Yes, Tamil Nadu MLT colleges do offer certificate courses and you can refer below for some of them:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Apollo Medskills Chennai	-	Merit-Based
Thiruvalluvar University	-	Merit-Based

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Hi,

You can see list of courses which you can go for after BMLT course below -

Advanced courses -

MMLT

MSc in Biomedical Science

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Specialised certifications -

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Technologist

Jobs -

Clinical Laboratory

Research Laboratories

Quality Control

Education

Public Health

Medical Sales

Healthcare Administration, etc. 

According to unofficial online sources, the majority of SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre alumni are placed in the Healthcare Services sector with a 55% share. The pie chart below illustrates the sector-wise distribution of alumni:

NOTE: The sectors involved in the 'Others' category are IT, Community and Social Sevices, Media and Communication, and Quality Assurance.

For the academic year 2024, Saveetha University has not specified the deadlines for any of its courses. Nonetheless, there are certain dates for entrance tests such as TANCET for MBA and M.Tech programmes and NEET UG for MBBS that can provide us with an idea. For example, the results of TANCET 2024 are due on June 14, 2041, while NEET UG 2024 is planned for May 5, 2024. Usually, the cutoff is made public following the release of the entrance exam results. It is wise to consult the official university website.

AIHMAS application process is given below:

• Visit the official website of AIHMAS.
• Fill the application form and attach the documents
• Pay the application fees of INR 1,000 (online)
• After completing the form, download the application form in PDF format and mail downloaded admission form (PDF), application fee payment screenshot and recent passport-size photograph  to the college official email address.

B.E/BTech, B.Arch, BBA, MBA, and MBBS are among the popular courses offered by Chennai's Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute.
Diploma programs in mechanical, production, automobiles mechatronics, plastic molding, CSE, IT, ECE, civil engineering, and chemistry are also available at the institute. 
Additionally, the institute provides undergraduate degree programs in BDS, B.Sc., BPT, B.Com, BCA, B.Ed, and M.B.B.S.  
There are fifteen specializations available in the four-year B.Tech normal course. Six specializations are available in the B.Tech part-time and lateral entry programs. 11 specialties are available for the B.Sc. degree. 
The institute offers online and offline application options, an admission exam, and a flexible credit-based system.

Yes, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology campus is safe for girls and boys. The college campus is located in center of Chennai. It has a good connection with roads and public transports. CCTV cameras are installed in the campus to keep a check on students safety. 

Bharath University has a dedicated faculty for each of its department. The faculty members are positioned based on designations such as associate professor, and assistant professor. Further, all the faculty members are highly qualifed and experts in their respective subjects. Most of the members are also PhD holders.

To get admission in St. Peter's Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai Powered by Emversity Occupational Therapy programme, students must meet the eligibility. The aspirant must pass Class 12 in combination of subjects –  PCB.

Candidates are not required to appear for any entrance exam in particular to take admission into Sai University Chennai Powered by Apollo Healthcare Academy. They are selected based on aptitude test and interview. Only students who fulfil eligibility can apply for admission.

Some medical field which offer best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

Hindusthan College of Arts and Science (HICAS), Coimbatore is a private institution managed by the Hindustan Educational and Charitable Trust. Accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an A+ grade, the Hindusthan College of Arts and Science was established in 1998. The college has secured accreditation from bharathia univerasity  for 33 Under Graduate Programmes, 16 Post Graduate Programmes, 10 Research Centers, 3 Diploma and 2 Certification. MBA and MCA Programmes have approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), validating its academic standards and curriculum.

Academy of Maritime Education and Training, also known as AMET Chennai, is a private university. It is deemed to be a university and is recognised by the UGC. Further, it has also been accredited by the NBA and NAAC with an A grade. The college has a huge campus with all the modern facilities and provides a vibrant environment to students. 

The overall seats available across all courses offered by Bhaarath Medical College and Hospital is up to 150. Good thing to know is that Bhaarath Medical College and Hospital has courses which are approved by prominent Government bodies like NMC.