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5 days agoContributor-Level 10
There are about 26 Dental colleges in Chennai. Of these, 18 are private colleges, 1 is government college, and 1 semi-govenrment college. Some of the top colleges are SIMTS Chennai, SRM Dental College (Ramapuram), SRM IST Kattankulathur, SRIHER, and Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital. Admission to these colleges based on NEET UG exam.
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6 days agoContributor-Level 10
Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) courses in Tamil Nadu—ranging from 1-year diplomas (such as those under the Tamil Nadu State Council for Vocational Training to 3-year undergraduate B.Sc. programs (offered by institutions like SRM Institute of Science and Technology prepare students for laboratory careers through a combination of structured foundational science, intensive practical exposure, and clinical internships.
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a week agoScholar-Level 17
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Yes. You can do many paramedical/allied-health courses in Chennai without NEET.
For Tamil Nadu, the Directorate of Medical Education and Research has a separate admission process for Allied and Healthcare (AHS) UG degree courses, distinct from MBBS/BDS admission. The 2026–27 admission notifications specifically list AHS UG degree courses and AHS diploma/certificate courses.
Courses you can consider without NEET
B.Sc Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology
B.Sc Perfusion Technology
B.Sc Cardiac Technology
B.Sc Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology
B.Sc Respiratory Therapy/Critical Care
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a week agoScholar-Level 17
Hi.
Yes. You can do many paramedical/allied-health courses in Chennai without NEET.
For Tamil Nadu, the Directorate of Medical Education and Research has a separate admission process for Allied and Healthcare (AHS) UG degree courses, distinct from MBBS/BDS admission. The 2026–27 admission notifications specifically list AHS UG degree courses and AHS diploma/certificate courses.
Courses you can consider without NEET
B.Sc Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology
B.Sc Perfusion Technology
B.Sc Cardiac Technology
B.Sc Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology
B.Sc Respiratory Therapy/Critical Care
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a week agoScholar-Level 17
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B.Sc Perfusion Technology – specialised cardiac-surgery career; relatively few trained professionals, so it can have good long-term potential. Current Chennai salary data shows roughly ₹15k–₹35k/month base pay for perfusionists, with substantial variation by hospital and experience.
B.Sc Radiology & Imaging Technology – particularly attractive if you want to specialize in CT/MRI. Government/ESIC roles also have established pay levels for radiographers.
B.Sc Anaesthesia & OT Technology – good hospital demand and a clear specialization path.
B.Sc Cardiac Technology – good op
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a week agoScholar-Level 17
Hi.
B.Sc Perfusion Technology – specialised cardiac-surgery career; relatively few trained professionals, so it can have good long-term potential. Current Chennai salary data shows roughly ₹15k–₹35k/month base pay for perfusionists, with substantial variation by hospital and experience.
B.Sc Radiology & Imaging Technology – particularly attractive if you want to specialize in CT/MRI. Government/ESIC roles also have established pay levels for radiographers.
B.Sc Anaesthesia & OT Technology – good hospital demand and a clear specialization path.
B.Sc Cardiac Technology – good op
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a week agoScholar-Level 17
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Yes. Paramedical courses can lead to government jobs in Chennai/Tamil Nadu, but eligibility depends heavily on the specific course and whether it is a government-recognized qualification.
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a week agoScholar-Level 17
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It depends on which paramedical diploma and which degree/course you mean. In Chennai, lateral entry is not automatically available for all paramedical degrees.
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