Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The B.Sc in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme offered at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belagavi, a constituent college of KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), a Category-1 Deemed-to-be University accredited with NAAC A+ grade. The programme trains students in clinical laboratory sciences, including haematology, biochemistry, microbiology, histopathology, blood banking, and immunology. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 2,41,000 (Rs. 81,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 80,000 each in Years 2 and 3) as per the KAHER fee structure for 2026-27. Admission is through the KAHER All India Entrance Test (KAHER-AIET), conducted annually. The programme is popular due to JNMC's strong clinical infrastructure, the attached KLE Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC (2,200 beds) for hands-on laboratory training, and the consistently high demand for qualified medical laboratory technologists across India.

Admissions for the 2027-28 session are expected to be notified around March 2027, with the KAHER-AIET 2027 exam expected in May 2027, based on the 2026-27 pattern. The 2026-27 KAHER-AIET notification was issued on March 20, 2026, with the exam held on May 11, 2027. Candidates are advised to monitor the official KAHER website (kaher.edu.in) for the 2027-28 notification.

Key Points

Offered at JNMC Belagavi, a constituent college of KAHER (Category-1 Deemed University, NAAC A+ accredited)
Admission through KAHER-AIET (All India Entrance Test); merit-based selection
Practical training at the KLE Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, a 2,200-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital on the JNMC campus
The programme covers haematology, clinical biochemistry, microbiology, histopathology, cytology, blood banking, and immunology
Graduates can work as medical laboratory technologists in hospitals, diagnostic labs, blood banks, research institutes, and public health laboratories

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Scholarships
FAQs

JNMC B.Sc MLT Fees

The B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology programme at JNMC Belagavi is offered under KAHER's fee structure for Allied Health Science courses. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 2,41,000. Year 1 fee is Rs. 81,000 and Years 2 and 3 are Rs. 80,000 each. Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are charged separately as per KAHER norms.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total
Tuition Fee	Rs. 81,000	Rs. 80,000	Rs. 80,000	Rs. 2,41,000
Examination / Convocation / Consumables	As per KAHER norms	As per KAHER norms	As per KAHER norms	Payable separately
Total Fees (Tuition)	Rs. 81,000	Rs. 80,000	Rs. 80,000	Rs. 2,41,000

Hostel facility is available at JNMC Belagavi campus.
Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the above total.
Examination fees and convocation fees are payable separately as per KAHER norms.
Fee details are subject to revision by KAHER for each academic session.
Candidates should verify the latest fee structure at kaher.edu.in before applying.

JNMC B.Sc MLT Admission 2027

Admissions to the B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology programme at JNMC Belagavi are conducted through the KAHER All India Entrance Test (KAHER-AIET), an online proctored examination. Admission is based on inter-se merit in KAHER-AIET. For the 2027-28 session, the KAHER-AIET notification is expected around March 2027 and the exam around May 2027, based on the 2026-27 pattern.

Admission Schedule

Event	Date (2026-27 Actual / 2027-28 Tentative)
KAHER-AIET Notification	March 20, 2026 (Tentative: March 2027)
Online Application Start	March 25, 2026 (Tentative: March 2027)
Last Date for Online Application	April 30, 2026 (Tentative: April 2027)
KAHER-AIET Exam Date	May 11, 2026 (Tentative: May 2027)
Declaration of Results	After exam (Tentative: May-June 2027)
Admission / Commencement	June-July 2026 (Tentative: June-July 2027)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Tentative Exam Date	Application Period	Mode
KAHER-AIET 2027	May 2027 (Tentative)	March-April 2027 (Tentative)	Online Proctored

Note: KAHER-AIET is the primary entrance exam for B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology at JNMC Belagavi. The exam is conducted online (proctored) for non-Karnataka students and online centre-based for Karnataka students.

The 2027-28 KAHER-AIET schedule has not been officially released as of March 2027. Dates above for 2027-28 are tentative and based on the 2026-27 pattern. Candidates must check kaher.edu.in for official notifications.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) as compulsory subjects
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCB at 10+2 level (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per KAHER norms)
Minimum age: 17 years on or before December 31 of the year of admission
Candidates must have a valid KAHER-AIET score

Admission Process

Monitor the official KAHER website (kaher.edu.in) for the KAHER-AIET notification (typically released in March)
Fill the online application form at kaher.edu.in and pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 (non-refundable)
Appear for the KAHER-AIET online proctored examination (for non-Karnataka students) or online centre-based examination (for Karnataka students)
Admission is based on inter-se merit in KAHER-AIET
Selected candidates must report to JNMC Belagavi with original documents for verification and fee payment
Pay the tuition fee to confirm admission

JNMC B.Sc MLT Scholarships 2027

Students admitted to the B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology programme at JNMC Belagavi can avail various scholarships from central and state government sources. Karnataka state scholarships are available for SC/ST and OBC students. The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) also offers merit-cum-means scholarships for eligible students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Karnataka)	SC/ST students domiciled in Karnataka with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka)	OBC students domiciled in Karnataka with family income below prescribed limit	Partial fee coverage
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Merit-based; family income below Rs. 8 lakh per year	Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 20,000 per year
KAHER Institutional Scholarship / Fee Concession	As per KAHER norms; typically for meritorious or economically weaker students	Variable; as per KAHER policy

Applications for Karnataka state scholarships are made through the Karnataka Scholarship Portal (scholarships.karnataka.gov.in) or the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Application deadlines are typically between October and December of the academic year
Students must have a valid bank account linked to Aadhaar for scholarship disbursement
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the respective government departments

JNMC B.Sc MLT FAQs

Ques. What is the KAHER-AIET and is it mandatory for admission to B.Sc MLT at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Yes, the KAHER All India Entrance Test (KAHER-AIET) is mandatory for admission to B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology at JNMC Belagavi. It is an online proctored examination conducted annually, typically in May. Admission is based on inter-se merit in KAHER-AIET. Candidates must apply online at kaher.edu.in and pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 2,41,000 (Rs. 81,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 80,000 each in Years 2 and 3) as per the 2026-27 fee structure. Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are charged separately. Hostel fees are also additional.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology from JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Graduates can work as medical laboratory technologists, clinical laboratory scientists, and research assistants in government and private hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood banks, pharmaceutical companies, and public health laboratories. They can also pursue M.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology or M.Sc in related disciplines for advanced career opportunities. The demand for qualified MLT professionals is consistently high across India.

Ques. What practical training is available for B.Sc MLT students at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Students have access to the KLE Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, a 2,200-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital on the JNMC campus, with fully equipped clinical laboratories in haematology, biochemistry, microbiology, histopathology, cytology, and blood banking. This provides extensive hands-on training in real clinical settings.

Ques. Is there a lateral entry option for B.Sc MLT at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Yes, KAHER offers a lateral entry option for B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology for candidates who have completed a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT). Lateral entry candidates are admitted directly to the second year of the programme. The fee for lateral entry Year 2 is Rs. 1,01,000 as per the 2026-27 fee structure. Candidates should check kaher.edu.in for the latest lateral entry admission details.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka apply for B.Sc MLT at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Yes, the programme is open to candidates from across India. KAHER conducts the KAHER-AIET as an online proctored examination for non-Karnataka students, allowing them to appear from their home location. Admission is based on inter-se merit in KAHER-AIET, and there is no domicile restriction for this programme.