Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Technology [BMLT]

The Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT), offered as B.Sc. MLT through the School of Medical Education (SME) under the Centre for Professional and Advanced Studies (CPAS) - a Government of Kerala body - is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). The course trains students in clinical laboratory diagnostics, pathology, microbiology, biochemistry, and haematology, equipping them for roles in hospitals, diagnostic labs, and research institutions. Total fees for a CPAS/Government seat amount to Rs. 4,42,565 for the entire course, with a seat intake of 130 across four centres. The programme is highly sought after in Kerala due to the state's robust healthcare infrastructure and the growing demand for skilled laboratory technologists.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic year is upcoming. Based on the 2025 cycle, the LBS Centre (Government of Kerala) is expected to open applications in May 2026 for the Government quota (50% seats), while CPAS will invite applications for the remaining 50% seats around the same period. The 2025 admission cycle saw applications open from May 14 to June 7, 2025, with allotments completed by August 2025.

Key Points

• The course is offered at four CPAS/SME centres: Gandhinagar (Kottayam), Puthuppally, Manimalakunnu (Koothattukulam), and Angamaly - providing wide geographic access across Kerala.
• 50% of seats are filled through Government allotment via LBS Centre, and the remaining 50% through CPAS rank list based on qualifying exam marks - no separate entrance exam required.
• The programme includes hands-on clinical training in affiliated hospitals, making graduates job-ready from day one.
• NRI seats are also available at select centres with fees denominated in USD ($2,000 per year tuition + special fees).
• SC/ST/OEC students are eligible for fee concession under E-Grantz; they pay only Rs. 12,000 in the first year (admission fee + caution deposit) and nil thereafter.

MGU BMLT Fees

Tuition and Other Fees - B.Sc. MLT (CPAS/Government Seat)

• Caution Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is refundable upon completion of the course, after adjusting any liabilities.
• Fee for Semester I (at the time of admission) includes half of annual tuition fee + special fee + caution deposit.
• Fee for even semesters (II, IV, VI, VIII) includes half of the annual tuition fee only.
• Fee for odd semesters (III, V, VII) includes half of the annual tuition fee and the applicable special fee.
• Payment schedule: Odd semesters (III, V, VII) fees due by 5th October; Even semesters (II, IV, VI, VIII) fees due by 5th April.
• A late fee of Rs. 100 is charged within 10 days of the due date, followed by Rs. 10 per day thereafter.
• Examination fees are paid separately to KUHS at the time of respective examinations.
• Fee once remitted is not refundable except for candidates who discontinue before the closure of admission.
• Fees are subject to revision as per CPAS/Government decisions.
• SC/ST/OEC students pay only Rs. 12,000 in Year I (Admission Fee + Caution Deposit) and nil in subsequent years, subject to E-Grantz sanction.
• NRI seat fee: $2,000 per year tuition + special fees (total approx. $10,060 for 4 years).
• Hostel facility is not mandatory; hostel fees are not included in the above total. Students may arrange accommodation independently or through the respective centre.

MGU BMLT Admission 2026

College/CPAS Admission Dates (Based on 2025 Cycle; 2026 Dates Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

• Exact 2026 dates will be notified on lbscentre.kerala.gov.in and cpasadmissions.com.
• The 2025 LBS application fee was Rs. 800 (General) / Rs. 400 (SC/ST).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidates must have passed Plus Two (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as subjects, securing a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology taken together.
• SC/ST/OEC candidates are eligible for fee concession under E-Grantz as per Government norms.
• NRI candidates must meet the same academic eligibility; fees are charged in USD.

Admission Process:

• 50% of seats are filled through Government allotment via LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, based on merit in the qualifying examination.
• Remaining 50% seats are filled through CPAS rank list, also based on qualifying exam marks.
• Candidates must register online at lbscentre.kerala.gov.in (for Govt. quota) and cpasadmissions.com (for CPAS quota).
• After rank list publication, candidates submit college/centre preferences online.
• Allotment is done centrally; selected candidates must report to the respective SME centre and pay fees within the stipulated time.
• Centralized admission is conducted at SME, Gandhinagar, Kottayam for all centres.

MGU BMLT Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• SC/ST/OEC students must apply through the E-Grantz portal (egrantz.kerala.gov.in) at the time of admission.
• Central Sector Scholarship applications open on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) typically in October-November each year.
• Students are advised to check the MGU Scholarships page (mgu.ac.in/infodesk/scholarships-financial-assistance/) for updated scholarship listings.
• Application deadlines for most scholarships fall between October and December of the academic year.

MGU BMLT FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam required for admission to B.Sc. MLT at MGU Kottayam?

Ans. No, there is no separate entrance exam for B.Sc. MLT admission at MGU/CPAS. Admission is entirely merit-based on the marks obtained in the Plus Two (10+2) examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Candidates need to register through the LBS Centre (for Government quota seats) or CPAS (for CPAS quota seats) and submit their qualifying exam marks. The rank list is prepared based on these marks, and allotment is done centrally.

Ques. What is the difference between the LBS quota and CPAS quota for B.Sc. MLT admission?

Ans. 50% of the total seats in each centre are filled through the Government allotment process managed by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. These are essentially Government-sponsored seats. The remaining 50% are CPAS quota seats, filled through a rank list prepared by CPAS based on qualifying exam marks. Both quotas follow the same fee structure for CPAS/Government seats. NRI seats are available only in the CPAS quota at select centres.

Ques. Which centres offer B.Sc. MLT under CPAS/SME, and how many seats are available at each?

Ans. B.Sc. MLT is offered at four SME centres: Gandhinagar, Kottayam (30 seats), Puthuppally (30 seats), Manimalakunnu/Koothattukulam (30 seats), and Angamaly (40 seats) - totalling 130 seats. Centralized admission for all centres is conducted at SME, Gandhinagar, Kottayam. Students can submit centre preferences during the allotment process, and seats are allocated based on rank and preference.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc. MLT at CPAS/SME under MGU, and are there any hidden charges?

Ans. The total fee for a CPAS/Government seat is Rs. 4,42,565 for the entire 4-year course, as per the official fee structure. This includes tuition fees (Rs. 93,000 per year), special fees (lab, library, stationery, etc.), admission fee, and caution deposit. The caution deposit of Rs. 10,000 is refundable at the end of the course. Examination fees payable to KUHS are separate and not included in this total. Transportation charges, if availed, are at actual rates and are also not included.

Ques. Can SC/ST students get full fee waiver for B.Sc. MLT at CPAS/SME?

Ans. Yes, SC/ST and OEC (Other Eligible Community) students are eligible for a full fee waiver under the E-Grantz scheme of the Government of Kerala. Under this scheme, eligible students pay only Rs. 12,000 in the first year (Rs. 2,000 admission fee + Rs. 10,000 caution deposit) and nothing in subsequent years. The fee is sanctioned directly through the E-Grantz portal. Students must apply through E-Grantz at the time of admission and ensure their income and caste certificates are in order.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing B.Sc. MLT from MGU/CPAS?

Ans. Graduates of B.Sc. MLT are eligible for employment as Medical Laboratory Technologists in government and private hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood banks, research institutions, and public health departments. In Kerala, government job opportunities exist through Kerala PSC (Public Service Commission) for the post of Lab Technician in government hospitals. Graduates can also pursue M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology or related PG programmes. With Kerala's strong healthcare sector and the growing demand for diagnostic services, B.Sc. MLT graduates have good employment prospects both within the state and abroad, particularly in Gulf countries.