Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) program at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belagavi is offered as B.Sc. Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology under the School of Allied Health Sciences (SOAHS), KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), a NAAC A+ accredited deemed-to-be university. It is a 4-year undergraduate program (3 years of academic study + 1 year of mandatory internship), conducted on a semester basis as per UGC Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) norms. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 1,61,000, and the program offers approximately 10 seats. The course trains students in operation theatre management, anaesthesia monitoring, pre-anaesthetic evaluation, and assisting anaesthesiologists, making graduates employable in hospitals, corporate healthcare chains, and surgical centres. JNMC is backed by the 2,200-bed KLE Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, providing hands-on clinical training in a high-volume tertiary care setting.

Admissions to the B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) program are conducted annually through the KAHER All India Entrance Test (KAHER-AIET). For 2026-27, the KAHER-AIET was notified on March 20, 2026, with the exam held on May 11, 2026. A Round 2 was also conducted in July 2026 for vacant seats. For 2026-27, the KAHER-AIET notification is expected in March 2026, with the exam likely in May 2026. Admissions for 2026-27 are currently open/upcoming. Candidates should monitor kaher.edu.in for the official KAHER-AIET 2026-27 notification.

Key Points

B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) at JNMC is a 4-year full-time on-campus program (3 years + 1 year mandatory internship), conducted on a semester basis.
Intake: approximately 10 seats per year.
Admission is through KAHER-AIET (All India Entrance Test), conducted online (proctored).
Annual tuition fee: Rs. 1,61,000.
Training is conducted at JNMC and KLE Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, Belagavi, one of the largest teaching hospitals in North Karnataka.
The program covers OT management, anaesthesia monitoring, pre-anaesthetic evaluation (PAE), assisting in surgeries, sterilization, and post-operative care.
KAHER has collaborations with national and international bodies including ICMR, WHO, University of Illinois Chicago (USA), and University of Missouri Kansas City (USA).
Graduates can work in small private hospitals, corporate hospitals, and government hospitals as OT/anaesthesia technicians.

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JNMC B.Sc Anaesthesia Technology Fees

The B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) program at JNMC/KAHER has an annual tuition fee of Rs. 1,61,000. Over the 4-year program duration (including the internship year), the total fee amounts to Rs. 6,44,000. The application fee for KAHER-AIET is Rs. 1,500 (non-refundable, including GST). The fee structure is affordable compared to similar programs at private medical colleges.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Annual Tuition Fee	Rs. 1,61,000
Total Fees (4 Years including Internship)	Rs. 6,44,000
KAHER-AIET Application Fee (non-refundable)	Rs. 1,500

The annual tuition fee of Rs. 1,61,000 is payable each year for all 4 years including the internship year.
The KAHER-AIET application fee of Rs. 1,500 is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Late payment of fees attracts a penalty of Rs. 200 per month.
Hostel facilities are available on campus; hostel fees are charged separately.
Fees for 2026-27 may be revised. Candidates should check the official KAHER notification for updated fees.

JNMC B.Sc Anaesthesia Technology Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) program at JNMC are conducted annually through the KAHER-AIET (All India Entrance Test). The exam is conducted online (proctored) for non-Karnataka students and online centre-based for Karnataka students. Selection is based on inter-se merit in the KAHER-AIET. For 2026-27, the exam was held on May 11, 2026. For 2026-27, the notification is expected in March 2026 with the exam likely in May 2026.

KAHER-AIET Admission Calendar

Event	2025-26 (Actual)	2026-27 (Tentative)
Admission Notification	March 20, 2025	March 2026 (tentative)
Online Application Opens	March 25, 2025	March 2026 (tentative)
Last Date for Application	April 30, 2025	April 2026 (tentative)
KAHER-AIET Exam Date	May 11, 2025	May 2026 (tentative)
Result Declaration	After exam (on website)	After exam (on website)
Round 2 (for vacant seats)	July 2025	July 2026 (if required)
Admission Completion	By January 2026	By January 2027

Entrance Exam Details

Exam	Conducting Body	Mode	Relevance
KAHER-AIET 2026	KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER)	Online Proctored (for non-Karnataka) / Online Centre-Based (for Karnataka)	Mandatory for admission to B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) at JNMC

Note: KAHER-AIET is the only entrance exam required for this program. No national-level exam (like NEET) is required.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class XII) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects from a recognized board.
Minimum marks: 45% aggregate in PCB for General category; 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates (as per KAHER norms).
Candidates must have appeared in or qualified KAHER-AIET.

Admission Process

Visit kaher.edu.in during the notification period (typically March) and register for KAHER-AIET 2026-27.
Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online (non-refundable).
Appear for the KAHER-AIET online exam (2 hours, 11 AM to 1 PM).
After results are declared, participate in the counselling/allotment process based on merit rank.
Submit required documents (Class XII marksheet, transfer certificate, migration certificate, etc.) during document verification.
Pay the first-year tuition fee and report to JNMC, Belagavi on the date specified in the admission order.

JNMC B.Sc Anaesthesia Technology Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to the B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) program at JNMC may be eligible for various government scholarships based on their category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Minority). KAHER also has collaborations with national and international bodies that may offer research and academic opportunities. The program's affordable fee structure (Rs. 1,61,000/year) makes it accessible to a wide range of students.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) - Post-Matric Scholarship	Varies (covers tuition + maintenance)	SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Minority students (apply at scholarships.gov.in)
Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship	Varies	Karnataka domicile students
Karnataka State Scholarship for SC/ST	Varies	Karnataka domicile SC/ST students
KAHER Merit Scholarship	As per KAHER norms	Top-ranking students in KAHER-AIET (check with KAHER)

Government scholarships require separate applications and are subject to eligibility criteria and income limits.
Candidates should apply for scholarships at the beginning of each academic year.
The NSP post-matric scholarship can cover a significant portion of the tuition fee for eligible students.

JNMC B.Sc Anaesthesia Technology FAQs

Ques. Is B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) at JNMC the same as B.Sc. OT Technology? What is the difference?

Ans. At JNMC/KAHER, the program is officially named B.Sc. Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology, which combines both OT (Operation Theatre) and Anaesthesia Technology training. Students learn both OT management (instrument handling, sterilization, assisting in surgeries) and anaesthesia-specific skills (pre-anaesthetic evaluation, monitoring anaesthesia machines, assisting anaesthesiologists). Some institutions offer these as separate programs, but at JNMC they are combined into one 4-year program.

Ques. What is the KAHER-AIET exam pattern for B.Sc. Allied Health Sciences admission?

Ans. The KAHER-AIET is a 2-hour online exam (11 AM to 1 PM). It is based on the 10+2 Science syllabus (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). The exam is conducted online in proctored mode for non-Karnataka students and online centre-based mode (at Belagavi, Hubballi, or Bengaluru) for Karnataka students. Selection is based on inter-se merit in the KAHER-AIET.

Ques. What are the career prospects after completing B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) from JNMC?

Ans. Graduates can work as OT/Anaesthesia Technicians in small private hospitals (salary: Rs. 15,000-20,000/month), big private hospitals (Rs. 25,000-30,000/month), and corporate hospitals (Rs. 30,000-40,000/month). They can also work in government hospitals and nursing homes. With experience, they can advance to senior technician or supervisory roles. Further studies include M.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology or related fields.

Ques. Is there a hostel facility available for B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) students at JNMC?

Ans. Yes, JNMC has hostel facilities on campus for allied health sciences students. Separate hostels are available for male and female students. Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the tuition fee. Students are advised to confirm hostel availability and fees at the time of admission.

Ques. Can I pursue M.Sc. after completing B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) from JNMC?

Ans. Yes, after completing B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology), graduates can pursue M.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology or related fields offered by various universities. KAHER itself offers M.Sc. programs in allied health sciences. Graduates can also pursue postgraduate diplomas or certificate courses in specialized areas of anaesthesia and critical care.

Ques. How many seats are available for B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) at JNMC, and is the competition high?

Ans. The intake for B.Sc. (Anaesthesia Technology) at JNMC is approximately 10 seats per year. Admission is through KAHER-AIET, and selection is based on merit. Since JNMC is a reputed institution with limited seats, competition can be moderate. Candidates with strong scores in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in Class XII and in the KAHER-AIET have a better chance of securing admission.