Bachelor Degree in Cardiovascular Technology [BCVT]

KUHS BCVT is a 4-year undergraduate programme at Kerala University of Health Sciences-affiliated colleges, Thrissur, that trains students in cardiovascular diagnostic techniques including ECG, echocardiography and cardiac catheterisation. Admission is through KEAM conducted by CEE Kerala. Annual government college fees are INR 22,010. Graduates work in cardiac diagnostic labs and catheterisation units across Kerala and the Gulf region.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins July 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• Covers ECG, echocardiography, Holter monitoring and cardiac catheterisation procedures
• One-year mandatory clinical internship in a KUHS-approved cardiovascular centre
• High demand for BCVT graduates in Gulf cardiac hospitals and multispecialty chains
• Only KUHS-affiliated institutions in Kerala offer this specialised paramedical programme

KUHS BCVT Fees 2026

• Annual fee of INR 22,010 applies to government-quota seats per official government notification.
• Caution deposit of INR 2,320 per year is refundable on completion of the programme.
• Private self-financing colleges under KUHS charge higher fees regulated by the Fee Regulatory Committee.

KUHS BCVT Admission 2026

• CEE Kerala conducts centralised allotment covering all government and aided colleges under KUHS.
• Candidates must verify eligibility before registering for the KEAM paramedical stream.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a recognised board
• Minimum 50% marks in Biology and 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Biology combined
• Minimum age 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission
• Kerala domicile required for state-quota seats through CEE Kerala centralised allotment

Admission Process

• Register on the CEE Kerala portal during the KEAM application window in January
• Appear for the KEAM paramedical examination and note the rank secured
• After rank list publication in June, register for centralised allotment on the CEE Kerala portal
• Fill in college and course preferences during the choice-filling window
• Receive the allotment letter and report to the assigned KUHS-affiliated institution
• Submit original documents and pay the prescribed fee to confirm admission

✓ Opt for this if

• You want to work in cardiac diagnostic labs and catheterisation units
• Gulf healthcare employment in cardiology is your career goal
• Affordable government-regulated fees in Kerala suit your budget
• Cardiovascular technology and cardiac imaging interest you strongly

✗ Skip if

• You want a clinical degree such as MBBS or BDS
• You prefer a course with placements spread across multiple states
• General hospital lab work rather than cardiology suits you better
• You are not specifically drawn to cardiac diagnostics as a career

KUHS BCVT Scholarships 2026

• E-Grantz must be applied for after college admission is confirmed in the academic year.
• NSP scholarship portal typically closes in October each academic year.

KUHS BCVT FAQs

Ques. What does the BCVT programme at KUHS cover and how long does it take?

Ans. BCVT stands for Bachelor Degree in Cardiovascular Technology. The 4-year programme covers ECG interpretation, echocardiography, Holter monitoring, stress testing and cardiac catheterisation assistance. The first three years involve classroom and clinical laboratory training, and the fourth year is a mandatory one-year internship in an approved cardiovascular centre. Graduates are equipped to support cardiologists in diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Ques. What entrance exam is needed for BCVT admission at KUHS-affiliated colleges?

Ans. KEAM conducted by CEE Kerala is the primary entrance for government and aided BCVT seats under KUHS. Candidates register on cee.kerala.gov.in in January every year. After the June rank list, CEE Kerala allots seats through a centralised process. Private self-financing colleges affiliated with KUHS may admit students through management quota based on merit and academic record.

Ques. What are the fees for BCVT at government colleges under KUHS?

Ans. Government-quota seats carry an annual fee of INR 22,010, comprising tuition (INR 16,210), caution deposit (INR 2,320), miscellaneous charges (INR 1,740) and van fee (INR 1,740), per the official government fee notification. The four-year total comes to INR 88,040. The caution deposit is refundable at course completion. Private colleges set higher fees regulated by the Kerala Fee Regulatory Committee.

Ques. What jobs can a BCVT graduate get after completing the course from KUHS?

Ans. BCVT graduates work as cardiovascular technologists in cardiac catheterisation labs, ICUs and echo diagnostic centres. Private hospitals, multispecialty chains and Gulf hospitals actively recruit BCVT graduates. Opportunities also exist in cardiac equipment companies in technical sales and service roles. Senior technologists can advance to supervisory roles in interventional cardiology departments and pursue postgraduate specialisation.

Ques. Can BCVT graduates from KUHS work in Gulf countries?

Ans. Yes. Cardiovascular technologists are in demand in Gulf countries, particularly in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait and Oman, where cardiac centres recruit trained BCVT graduates from Kerala. Candidates typically register with the relevant health authority in the destination country and may need to pass a credential evaluation. Gulf salaries for cardiovascular technologists are considerably higher than domestic rates.