PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum: overview
SCTIMST Trivandrum, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, offers PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology as a 1-year postgraduate degree. There are 3 seats in each batch. The total fee on record is ₹20,000 – ₹2.1 lakh, which works out to about ₹20,000 a year.
SCTIMST Trivandrum is a public/government institute, founded in 1976. This page brings together what is on record for this course at SCTIMST Trivandrum — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.
PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology fees at SCTIMST Trivandrum
The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to PGD programmes at SCTIMST Trivandrum as a group.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total course fee | ₹20,000 – ₹2.1 lakh |
| Tuition fee | ₹10,000 – ₹2 lakh |
| Approximate cost per year | ₹20,000 |
Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with SCTIMST Trivandrum before you pay anything.
PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology eligibility
To get into PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology, you usually need a bachelor's degree in a related subject. The minimum marks on record at SCTIMST Trivandrum are: X: 0.0, XII: 0.0, Graduation: 50.0.
Admission to this kind of course is usually on merit in the qualifying exam. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check SCTIMST Trivandrum's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.
How to get admission to PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum
In most years, admission follows these steps:
- Check that you meet the eligibility above.
- Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
- Apply to SCTIMST Trivandrum on its website (sctimst.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
- Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.
PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology placements at SCTIMST Trivandrum
The most recent placement data we hold (2022) show a median package of ₹2 lakh at SCTIMST Trivandrum. 95 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.
For PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology specifically, the average salary on record is ₹5.04 lakh a year.
Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.
Other PGD specialisations at SCTIMST Trivandrum
SCTIMST Trivandrum runs 6 PGD specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:
Is PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum right for you?
Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:
- Do the subjects of PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology genuinely interest you? You will spend 1 year on them.
- Can you manage ₹20,000 – ₹2.1 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
- Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
- How does SCTIMST Trivandrum compare with other colleges offering PGD in and around Thiruvananthapuram?
PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum: FAQs
What is the fee for PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum?
The total fee on record for PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum is ₹20,000 – ₹2.1 lakh, about ₹20,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.
How long is PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum?
PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum is a 1-year full-time postgraduate course.
How many seats are there in PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology at SCTIMST Trivandrum?
SCTIMST Trivandrum has 3 seats in PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology each year.
What is the eligibility for PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology?
You usually need a bachelor's degree in a related subject. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.
Which other PGD specialisations does SCTIMST Trivandrum offer?
Besides PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology, SCTIMST Trivandrum offers PG Diploma in Medical Records Science, PG Diploma in Neuro Technology, Diploma in Public Health (DPH), PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology and PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion.
Is SCTIMST Trivandrum a government or private college?
SCTIMST Trivandrum is a public/government institute, founded in 1976, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.