Best Radiology & Imaging Science Colleges in India

Hi, there are 300+ best Radiology and Imaging Science colleges in India of which 200+ colleges are owned privately,  40+ colleges are owned by the government and 8 colleges are owned by semi-government institutions. CUET and NEET PG are the top entrance exams for admission to best Radiology colleges in India. AIIMS Delhi, CMC Vellore, PGIMER Chandigarh, Jamia Hamdard and JIPMER Puducherry are the best colleges for Radiology in India.

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi is the top Radiology and Imaging Science college in India according to NIRF ranking 2024 under the Medical category. 

Hi, please refer below for the top Radiology colleges in India according to NIRF ranking 2024 under the Medical category:

College Name	NIRF 2022	NIRF 2023	NIRF 2024
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Ranking	1	1
Christian Medical College Ranking	3	3
JIPMER Puducherry Ranking	6	5	5
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Ranking	10	9	9
Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune Ranking	17	15	11
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences Ranking	25	18	12

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

Hi, it can be observed that pursuing Radiology in India can be either quite inexpensive or expensive and you can refer below for more detail:

Fee Range	No. of Colleges
< INR 1 lakh	60+ colleges
INR 1-2 lakh	70+ colleges
INR 2-3 lakh	60+ colleges
INR 3-5 lakh	60+ colleges
> INR 5 lakh	30+ colleges

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AIIMS Delhi attracts top healthcare, hospital, and medical technology firms for placements with median packages for UG courses around  INR 12.50 LPA and INR 16 LPA. Median package offered during AIIMS Delhi PG 1 year and PG 2 year placements 2024 stood at INR 20 LPA and INR 17 LPA. The highest median package recorded was for PG 3 year and PG 6 year which was INR 34 LPA.

Hi, you can refer below for the top Radiology colleges in India that offer quit affordable tuition fee i.e. under 1 lakh:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eliigibility / Exams
CMC Vellore	INR 1,800	Merit-Based
JIPMER Puducherry	INR 4,800	Merit-Based
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology	INR 20,000	Merit-Based
Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research	INR 30,000	Merit-Based
ILBS Delhi	INR 45,000	Merit-Based

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Hi, Radiology colleges in India does offer Diploma courses and you can refer below for some of them:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology	INR 20,000	Merit-Based
Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research	INR 30,000	Merit-Based
SVSU	INR 77,000	Merit-Based
Sri Guru Ram Das University of Health Sciences	INR 37,000	Merit-Based
Impact Paramedical and Health Institute	INR 90,000	Merit-Based

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Hi, yes Radiology colleges in India does offer certificate courses and you can refer below for some of them:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
ILBS Delhi	INR 45,000	Merit-Based
IIMT Group of Colleges	INR 25,000 - INR 40,000	Merit-Based
ITM University	INR 25,000	Merit-Based
Council of Education and Development Programme	INR 50,000	Merit-Based
Tech Mahindra SMART Academy for Healthcare Delhi	INR 40,000	Merit-Based

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Radiology courses can give you plenty of job options in hospitals and healthcare. For example in India, a radiologist can earn around 4 to 10 LPA and as they become an expert they can earn even more.

Not just radiologist but you can become a Radiology technologist, nurse, technician or also even therapist who uses radiation for treatment. Also with evolving technology in healthcare field requirement for skilled Radiologists will keep on increasing.

Direct admissions are not available for many courses at  Jamia Hamdard. Candidates who have missed the entrance examinations accepted by Jamia Hamdard University Delhi, must not worry. These candidates can apply again the next year. Students who wishes to get admission must take part in the Jamia Hamdard Delhi admission process before the date of application has gone. For the application purpose, candidates can visit the official site of the university. 

Certainly, let's break down the advantages and disadvantages of pursuing courses in Radiology:

Pros:

• High Demand: Radiology professionals, including radiologists, radiologic technologists, and technicians, are in high demand globally. 

• Diverse Career Options: Radiology courses open doors to various career paths, including diagnostic radiography, interventional radiology, nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, and more. 

• Technological Advancements: Radiology is a field characterized by rapid technological advancements. 

• Career Stability and Growth: With experience and specialization, radiology professionals can take on leadership roles, pursue academic research, or transition into management positions within healthcare institutions.

Cons:

• High Workload and Stress: Radiology can be demanding, with professionals often facing heavy workloads, especially in busy hospital settings. 

• Risk of Radiation Exposure: Radiology professionals who work directly with radiation, such as radiologic technologists and interventional radiologists, face potential health risks from prolonged radiation exposure. 

• Emotional Challenges: Radiology professionals may encounter emotionally challenging situations, particularly when imaging reveals serious or life-threatening conditions in patients. 

Radiology is generally considered a high paying career in medical field. Because of specialised field and deep technology knowledge they use radiologists usually earn good salaries.

Candidates can see a general outline of salary below -

• Entry Level: INR 6 - 10 LPA

• Mid Level: INR 10 - 20 LPA

• Senior Level: INR 20 LPA and above

Candidates can see below why a Radiology course is good -

• First Radiologists help doctors figure out what's going on inside body using X-rays, MRIs, CT scans and also ultrasounds.
• Second Radiologists are trained to notice even tiny changes in scans that might mean disease or injury. 
• Demand is huge and keeps growing as technology improves and people need more medical care. That means job stability.
• Radiologists usually earn pretty high salaries because their skills are rare and always in demand.
  

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Radiology courses involve using imaging technologies to diagnose and treat diseases within body, while optometry focuses on examining, diagnosing, and treating visual and eye-related issues.

Candidates can check table below to see comparison between two courses.

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

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Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
M.Sc.	Candidate passed with M.Sc. in Physical Anthropology, Zoology or Human Biology with 50% marks for General category and 45% marks for SC/ST/OBC category candidates are also eligible to apply.
PG Diploma	Candidate should possess only MBBS degree with three year experience as General Duty Medical Officer (GDMOs) in the state government Health Services preferably in the delivery of Public Health Service are eligible to apply.
Ph.D.	Candidate passed MD (Microbiology) or its equivalent from a University/ Institute 5 recognized by MCI and must have completed 02 years Senior Residency.
FNB (Fellow of National Board)	Candidate passed in M.Ch. (Neurosurgery) or its equivalent from an University/ Institute recognized by MCI and Must have completed their degree.
B.Sc.	Candidates who have passed the Senior Secondary School Examination of National Open School with a minimum of 5 subjects with any of the following group subjects:a.English, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology b.English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and any other language.
DM	Must be within the prescribed age limit - For OBC candidates (please attach proof as per Annexure*): 40 years - For SC/ST candidates, Ex-Servicemen and Commissioned Officer including ECO, SSCO who have rendered or released on satisfactory assignment (please attach proof): 42 years
M.Ch.	Must be within the prescribed age limit - For OBC candidates (please attach proof as per Annexure*): 40 years - For SC/ST candidates, Ex-Servicemen and Commissioned Officer including ECO, SSCO who have rendered or released on satisfactory assignment (please attach proof): 42 years
MD	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.
MHA	Candidates completed graduation/bachelor's degree from any recognized institute/university are eligible to apply.
MPH	The candidate must possess MBBS/BDS/B.V. Sc/BE/MA/M. Sc with minimum marks in aggregate mentioned above from a University/ Institute recognized by the Medical /Dental/Veterinary council of India/ the Institution of Engineers (India) and UGC/AICTE and must have either completed, or due to complete, respective rotatory internship training on or before 30thJune (if applicable) and must be registered with Central /State Medical/Dental/Veterinary Registration Council. (if applicable) can apply.
MDS	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.
Master of Surgery	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.
MS	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.

Radiology courses involve using imaging techniques to diagnose and treat internal medical conditions, whereas ophthalmology is a medical speciality focused on diagnosis, treatment and surgery of eye diseases and disorders.

Candidates can check table below to see comparison between two courses.

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

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Radiology courses use pictures and machines to check and watch health problems, but nursing is about taking care of patients, giving medicine, checking health and helping them feel better.

Students can see table below to know difference between two courses.

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

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Candidates can see list of some popular colleges that have Radiology courses in different parts of India -

• Delhi/NCR

• Bangalore

• Chennai

• Kolkata

• Mumbai

• Pune

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Each of colleges offers varying levels of flexibility and specialization, so in my opinion checking with them directly for most current programme details and availability is recommended.

Here are some institutions in India offering part-time Radiology courses:

JIPMER Puducherry inducts candidates for the MBBS programme based on valid NEET-UG scores followed by the counselling process conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.

The NEET last round closing rank for admission to the MBBS programme at the JIPMER, Puducherry was 17588. Candidates having their rank as specified by the institute cut-off list can register for the counselling round at JIPMER followed by document verification and fee payment leading to final seat allotment.

No, you cannot join AIIMS Rishikesh directly. Students have to appear for the NEET entrance examination and then for the NEET counselling process to be eligible for a seat at this institute. 

Students must keep the below enlisted documents ready at the time of Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy application process:

• 10th Mark sheet & Passing Certificate
• 12th Mark sheet & passing Certificate
• Transfer Certificate from the Institution in which the student had last studied
• Gap Certificate in case of an education gap after passing 12th/HSC
• Date of Birth Certificate
• Migration Certificate
• Certificate of Medical Fitness from a Registered Medical Practitioner
• 4 copies of a recent passport-size Color photograph (developed from the same negative with the candidate's name written on the back side)

Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University Admission 2026 is open for all courses. Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University offers a number of UG, PG, and doctoral courses. Candidates may apply for admission by filling the SAAT 2026 application forms. Popular courses include MBA, MCA, MBBS, and PhD.

The Amity University Noida is a good choice for students as it has been accredited grade A by NAAC. Good placements are offered here with the highest package being INR 61.75 LPA during 2023. 

 

The annual average fees of SCTIMST Trivandrum is rs 69,837. Courses are available at the diploma, postgraduate, and doctorate levels at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute For Medical Sciences And Technology, Trivandrum. Medical and allied sciences are among the streams in which SCTIMST Trivandrum courses are offered. 30-course in SCTIMST Trivandrum . 

Yes, DMIHER is a good university. Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (DMIHER), earlier known as Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DMIMS), is ranked 71st under the Overall category, 42nd under the University category, and 24th under the Dental category by NIRF 2024. DMIHER is accredited with A+ Grade by NAAC and has NABH and NABL-accredited laboratories. This deemed to be university is ISO certified.

Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research has been rated 4.7 for faculty as per reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

The seats availability for offered courses at KIMS - Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences goes up to 431. Courses offerred by KIMS - Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences are approved by eminent Government bodies such as NMC.

Maharishi Markandeshwar University, also known as MMDU is a Deemed to be University, located in Mullana, Haryana. It has a NIRF ranking of 85 amongst all Universities in India in 2025 and 26 under the Pharmacy category by the NIRF 2025. It is ranked 14 under the Medical Private category by Outlook 2025. Overall, it is a highly ranked university.

Aligarh Muslim University conducts the application process for all the courses in online mode. Interested candidates can fill the application forms through the official website. The admissions to AMU are offered on the basis of valid entrance scores. Candidates must ensure the fulfilment of the prescribed eligibility criteria. Candidates can go to the Aligarh Muslim University website for admission updates.