Medical Laboratory Technology Placement

Various choices may be available in the admission entrance exams for Medical Laboratory Technology courses. The mainly acknowledged are CUET, TJEE, LPU NEST, and IPU CET, with class 12 scores being prominent criteria for most colleges during the admission process. Several prestigious institutions, however consider, apart from class 12 marks, performance in respective entrance tests as well. The course consists of Class 12 board subjects based upon Science stream, with compulsory 50% marks attained in subjects like Physics, Chemistry and Biology respectively. It is important to check particular college requirements as they might differ in terms of entrance exam acceptance and eligibility criteria. 

Chandigarh University's Medical Lab Technology programme has seen notable advancements in its placement scenario. Recent trends highlight a substantial surge in job offers, reaching a total of 9,124 during the placement period, showcasing heightened interest from companies in recruiting from the university. The inclusion of multinational corporations (MNCs) in the recruitment process is evident, with 858 companies participating in the latest cycle. Salary packages have demonstrated an upward trajectory, with the highest international offer at INR 1.7 crore and the domestic offer at INR 54.75 lakh. The average salary has increased from INR 8 Lacs to INR 9.54 Lacs between 2021 and 2023. Graduates have diverse career opportunities, spanning healthcare institutions, diagnostic labs, and MNCs. Chandigarh University's commitment to holistic education and robust placement support has fueled consistent growth in both job quantity and quality, reflecting its success in forging strong industry connections and preparing graduates for prosperous careers.

DMLT also known as Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, is aimed for students who want to become a Medical Technician and work in a lab or similar setting. The course is of 2 years and includes basic training required to perform various tests and examine them to derive results in the medical field. The course contains fundamental knowledge of subjects such as Pharmacology, Blood Banking, Hematology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc. The jobs after DMLT are usually in a clinical lab setting. Some of the most common job sectors where there are enormous employment opportunities are:
Government or Private hospitals
Pathological labs
Minor emergency centers
Blood donor centers
Healthcare centers
Clinics
Research facilities
Crime laboratories
Universities and Colleges
Pharmaceutical companies, and others.