Bachelor in Audiology and Speech - Language Pathology [BASLP]

SRIHER, Chennai offers a 3-year Bachelor in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP) with an intake of 50 students per batch. The program provides clinical training in SRIHER’s audiology and ENT departments. Admission is through the SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam, with total tuition fees of INR 4,50,000 across three years.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement began July 2026.

Key Points

• Clinical training in SRIHER’s audiology and speech therapy department with real patient cases
• State-of-the-art audiological testing equipment within SRIHER’s ENT and audiology clinics
• RCI registration pathway on completion of BASLP from SRIHER for professional practice

SRIHER BASLP Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)	INR 1,50,000
Other Charges	As applicable per semester
Total Tuition Fees (3 years)	INR 4,50,000

• Application fee of INR 1,000 is non-refundable and collected once at registration.
• Education loans through nationalised banks under the CSIS scheme are available for eligible students.
• Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately from the academic fee structure.

SRIHER BASLP Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Opens	February 11, 2026
Application Deadline	May 20, 2026
Hall Ticket Download	May 26, 2026
SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam	May 31, 2026
HSC Marksheet Submission	June 10, 2026
Class Commencement	July 2026

• The entrance exam has 120 MCQs on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with no negative marking.
• NEET scores are not considered for BASLP admission at SRIHER.
• Exam centres are available in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics from a recognised board.
• Minimum 50% aggregate in the qualifying examination for General category students.
• Minimum 40% aggregate for SC/ST category candidates.
• Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026.

Admission Process

• Register online at the SRIHER admissions portal and pay the non-refundable INR 1,000 application fee.
• Select a preferred exam centre from Chennai, Coimbatore, or Madurai and upload required documents.
• Download the hall ticket from the portal after the application window closes on May 20, 2026.
• Appear for the SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam (120 MCQs, 2 hours, offline mode) on May 31, 2026.
• Submit HSC marksheet on or before June 10, 2026 after the entrance exam.
• Check merit rank on the admissions portal and pay first-year fee to confirm the seat.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want audiology and speech therapy training at a hospital-integrated medical university.
• You plan to register with RCI and practice as a licensed speech-language pathologist.
• You aim for careers in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, or special education settings.
• You want affordable BASLP training at INR 4.5 lakh in Chennai.

✗ Skip if

• You prefer institutions in Delhi, Mumbai, or Pune with more established SLP alumni networks.
• You need strong international placements or exchange programs in speech pathology.
• You are targeting a 4-year BASLP program with a mandatory internship year built in.

SRIHER BASLP Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Founder-Chancellor Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Up to INR 50,000 per year	From 2nd year based on merit and demonstrated financial need
Tamil Nadu BC/MBC/SC/ST Government Scholarship	As per government norms	Category-based for Tamil Nadu resident students
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	Varies by scheme	Economically weaker sections applying via NSP portal

• Institutional scholarships are awarded from the second year based on first-year academic results.
• Government scholarships must be applied through official state portals before the applicable deadline.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, SRIHER ranks 397 out of 632 colleges in India and 37 in state Tamil Nadu for its BASLP Audiology And Speech [Language Pathology] program.

• 11 out of 20 under India Today Medical Ranking 2025.
• 21 out of 50 under NIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
• 15 out of 57 under IIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
• 4 out of 23 under Outlook Medical Ranking 2021.

Read more on SRIHER Rankings here

SRIHER BASLP FAQs

Ques. What is the SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam for BASLP admission?

Ans. The SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam is a 120-MCQ offline paper-based test of 2 hours covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. There is no negative marking. The exam is conducted at three centres in Tamil Nadu: Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai. Application was open from February 11 to May 20, 2026, and the exam was held on May 31, 2026. Admission is based purely on this merit rank.

Ques. What is the total fee for BASLP at SRIHER?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 3-year BASLP program at SRIHER is INR 4,50,000 at INR 1,50,000 per year. The Founder-Chancellor Merit-cum-Means Scholarship of up to INR 50,000 per year is available from the second year for academically strong and financially needy students. Tamil Nadu government scholarships and NSP central schemes are also applicable for eligible category students at SRIHER.

Ques. Can BASLP graduates from SRIHER register with RCI?

Ans. Yes. The BASLP program at SRIHER is recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). Graduates can register with RCI after completing the degree and are legally permitted to practice as Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists in India. RCI registration is mandatory for clinical practice in India and SRIHER’s BASLP degree fulfils the academic requirement for this registration.

Ques. What career options are available after BASLP from SRIHER?

Ans. BASLP graduates can work as audiologists, speech-language pathologists, or hearing aid dispensers in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, schools for the deaf, and private practice. They can also work in cochlear implant centres, corporate settings managing voice and communication disorders, and NGOs focused on disability rehabilitation. Postgraduate options include M.Sc Audiology, M.Sc Speech-Language Pathology, and M.Phil. programs at universities across India.

Ques. How many seats are available in SRIHER BASLP and is there a management quota?

Ans. SRIHER BASLP has an intake of 50 seats per academic year. There is no management quota at SRIHER. All seats are filled purely on merit through the SRIHER Group A Entrance Exam. There are no donation or capitation fee seats. Admissions are conducted transparently through the official SRIHER admissions portal based solely on entrance exam rank.

Ques. What clinical training is provided during BASLP at SRIHER?

Ans. BASLP students at SRIHER receive clinical training in the institution’s audiology and speech therapy department, which is part of the ENT facilities within SRIHER’s multi-specialty teaching hospital. Training includes audiometric testing, hearing aid fitting, cochlear implant rehabilitation, and speech-language therapy for conditions such as stuttering, voice disorders, aphasia, and paediatric language delays. This real-patient exposure throughout the 3-year program is a core feature of the curriculum.