Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Medical Laboratory Technology)
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program include several components. The tuition fee for management quota students is approximately INR 1,00,000 per year, accumulating to INR 4,00,000 for the entire course. The admission fee is INR 45,000. Additional costs include a caution fee, lab fee, and library fee, amounting to INR 20,000.
College fees for some are INR 30,000 per year, with scholarship opportunities that can provide up to INR 25,000. For students with scholarships, the total course fee may reduce to INR 50,000. Some students may pay additional charges of INR 8,000 during their first year for library and other expenses.
Fee reimbursement options and specific scholarships, such as INR 5,000 for SC category students, are available.
About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Medical Laboratory Technology)
Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) affiliates all paramedical and allied health colleges in Telangana, and BSc Medical Laboratory Technology admission is conducted through state-level counselling at tsparamed.tsche.in. The programme is three years full-time, covering clinical biochemistry, microbiology, haematology, histopathology, and blood banking. Total fees under state quota at KNRUHS affiliated colleges are INR 85,000 for the three-year course.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
KNRUHS BSc MLT Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Fee (3 years, state quota) | INR 85,000 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, varies by college) | As per affiliated college |
| Total Fees (State Quota) | INR 85,000 |
- Fee is indicative of state quota at KNRUHS affiliated private MLT colleges, with government colleges charging lower amounts.
- Management quota fees at private colleges are higher and vary by institution.
- Hostel and mess charges are levied separately by individual affiliated colleges.
- Counselling registration fee is INR 2,000 for OC and BC and INR 1,600 for SC and ST categories.
KNRUHS BSc MLT Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KNRUHS Paramedical Counselling Registration Opens | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Web Options Entry | August to September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks through KNRUHS counselling at tsparamed.tsche.in.
- Telangana domicile (Class 6 to 12 schooling in the state or valid certificate) is required for state quota seats.
- Out-of-state candidates may apply for All India Quota seats if available at affiliated colleges.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Botany and Zoology with Physics and Chemistry) with minimum 45% marks
- For Telangana state quota: completed schooling from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana, or holds a valid Telangana domicile certificate
- Minimum aggregate marks may vary by category, with SC and ST candidates requiring 40% in the qualifying examination
Admission Process
- Register on tsparamed.tsche.in during the KNRUHS paramedical counselling registration window
- Upload Class 10, Class 12 mark sheets, domicile certificate, and category certificate if applicable
- Pay the counselling registration fee online and receive confirmation of registration
- Enter preferred KNRUHS affiliated MLT colleges in order of preference during the web options window
- Seat allotment is done based on 10+2 marks, category, and option entry preferences
- Report to the allotted college within the deadline with original documents for verification and fee payment
✓ Opt for this if
- Based in Telangana with Class 12 PCB and interested in clinical laboratory work
- Seeking a recognised three-year health science degree without NEET qualification
- Want a career in diagnostic pathology, blood banking, or clinical microbiology labs
- Looking for a paramedical qualification from a state-regulated affiliating university
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for MBBS, BDS, or BAMS and NEET score is eligible for those courses
- Preference is for a clinical practitioner role rather than a laboratory career
- No Telangana domicile and All India Quota seats are limited
KNRUHS BSc MLT Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC and ST | Course fee plus maintenance | SC or ST candidates enrolled in recognised paramedical programmes at KNRUHS affiliated colleges |
| Telangana BC EBC Scholarship | As per state norms | BC and EBC candidates domiciled in Telangana pursuing recognised undergraduate programmes |
| EWS Scholarship | As per NSP norms | Economically Weaker Section candidates with income certificate from competent authority |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year | Candidates in top 20th percentile of Class 12 with family income below INR 8 lakh |
- Apply for central scholarships via scholarships.gov.in before the October cutoff each year.
- Telangana state scholarships are available via eSeva portals and TSWREIS for eligible candidates.
KNRUHS BSc MLT FAQs
Ques. Is NEET UG required for BSc MLT admission through KNRUHS?
Ans. NEET UG is not mandatory for BSc Medical Laboratory Technology admission through KNRUHS. Admission is through KNRUHS state-level counselling at tsparamed.tsche.in based on 10+2 marks. No separate national entrance exam is required for BSc MLT, making it accessible to Class 12 PCB students who have not appeared in NEET. NEET-qualified students may receive priority in merit ranking where applicable.
Ques. What is the total fee for BSc MLT through KNRUHS affiliated colleges?
Ans. Total fees under state quota at KNRUHS affiliated private MLT colleges are INR 85,000 for the complete three-year course. Government colleges affiliated to KNRUHS charge lower fees while management quota fees at private colleges are higher and vary by institution. Hostel and mess charges are separate and levied by individual affiliated colleges. The counselling registration fee is INR 2,000 for OC and BC categories and INR 1,600 for SC and ST.
Ques. What is the eligibility for KNRUHS BSc MLT admission?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Botany and Zoology with Physics and Chemistry) with minimum 45% marks for the General category (40% for SC and ST). For Telangana state quota, candidates must have studied from Class 6 to Class 12 in Telangana or hold a valid Telangana domicile certificate. There is no upper age limit specified for BSc MLT admission through KNRUHS.
Ques. What subjects are covered in BSc MLT at KNRUHS affiliated colleges?
Ans. BSc Medical Laboratory Technology at KNRUHS affiliated colleges covers clinical biochemistry, medical microbiology, clinical haematology and blood banking, histopathology and cytology, and clinical pathology over three years. Students gain practical laboratory skills in performing and interpreting diagnostic tests. The programme includes clinical training at the affiliated teaching hospital laboratory, preparing graduates for hands-on roles in hospital and diagnostic centre settings.
Ques. What career options are available after BSc MLT from KNRUHS affiliated colleges?
Ans. Graduates of BSc MLT from KNRUHS affiliated colleges can work as medical laboratory technologists in government hospitals, private hospitals, and standalone diagnostic centres. Career paths include specialisation in haematology, microbiology, blood banking, or cytology. Graduates may also pursue MSc MLT or related postgraduate programmes for research and academic roles. Government hospital laboratory technician posts in Telangana are open to BSc MLT graduates through TSPSC recruitment.
Ques. When does KNRUHS paramedical counselling for BSc MLT begin in 2026?
Ans. KNRUHS paramedical counselling for BSc MLT is expected to begin in August 2026. The counselling is conducted through tsparamed.tsche.in and includes web options entry and multiple allotment rounds. For the 2025-26 academic year, the counselling ran from late October 2025 through early 2026. Candidates should monitor knruhs.telangana.gov.in and tsparamed.tsche.in for the official 2026-27 notification and schedule.