Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) is a 3-year undergraduate paramedical programme that trains students in the collection, processing, and analysis of biological specimens for the diagnosis and monitoring of diseases. The curriculum covers clinical biochemistry, haematology, microbiology, histopathology, blood banking, and immunology. Mysore Medical College And Research Institute (MMCRI), Mysore, Karnataka, is one of the oldest and most prestigious government medical colleges in India, established in 1924 and affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. The total course fee is Rs. 40,810 for the entire 3-year duration, making it one of the most affordable MLT programmes in Karnataka. Admission is through centralized counselling conducted by RGUHS/KEA based on merit in 10+2 (PCB). B.Sc MLT is a popular paramedical course with strong employment prospects in hospital laboratories, diagnostic centres, blood banks, research institutions, and public health laboratories.

As of March 2026, admissions for the 2026-27 session have been completed. Admissions for the 2027-28 session are expected to commence from July-August 2027 through RGUHS/KEA centralized counselling. Candidates who have appeared in 10+2 (PCB) in 2027 or have passed in 2026 are eligible to apply.

Key Points

MMCRI Mysore is a government medical college under the Government of Karnataka, affiliated to RGUHS, Bengaluru.
B.Sc MLT is a 3-year full-time programme with practical training in the college's attached hospital laboratories (Cheluvamba Hospital and K.R. Hospital, Mysore).
The total fee for the entire 3-year programme is only Rs. 40,810, making it highly affordable compared to private colleges.
Admission is through RGUHS/KEA centralized counselling based on 10+2 PCB merit; no separate entrance exam is required.
Graduates are eligible for employment as Medical Laboratory Technologists in government and private hospitals, diagnostic labs, blood banks, and research institutions.
The programme is approved by RGUHS and the National Medical Commission (NMC) for Allied Health Sciences.

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MMCRI B.Sc MLT Fees

The total fee for B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology at MMCRI Mysore for the 2026-27 session is Rs. 40,810 for the entire 3-year duration. The fee is structured year-wise, with a higher first-year fee due to one-time charges. This is a government college with highly subsidised fees compared to private institutions offering the same programme.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)
Tuition Fees	17,970	11,420	11,420
Total Fees (per year)	17,970	11,420	11,420
Total Fees (3 Years)	40,810

The above fees are as per the 2026-27 fee structure for government quota seats at MMCRI Mysore.
Hostel fees are charged separately; hostel rent is approximately Rs. 1,000-1,200 per month and mess charges are approximately Rs. 4,000-4,500 per month.
University examination fees are charged separately as per RGUHS norms.
SC/ST students may be eligible for fee reimbursement and free hostel under Karnataka government schemes.
No management quota seats are available as MMCRI is a government college.

MMCRI B.Sc MLT Admission 2026

Admission to B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology at MMCRI Mysore is through centralized counselling conducted by RGUHS (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences) / KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority) for Allied Health Sciences courses. Selection is based on merit in 10+2 (PCB). There is no separate entrance examination for this course. Admissions for the 2026-27 session have been completed. The 2027-28 admission cycle is expected to begin from July-August 2027.

Admission Dates

Event	Date
RGUHS Allied Health Sciences Admission Notification (2026-27)	July 2026
Online Application / Registration	July - August 2026
Document Verification	August 2026
Seat Allotment / Counselling	August - September 2026
Commencement of Classes	September - October 2026
RGUHS Allied Health Sciences Admission 2027-28 (Expected)	July - August 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (PUC/equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects and English as one of the languages of study.
Minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCB for General category; 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates (as per RGUHS norms).
Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as on 31 December of the year of admission.

Admission Process

Check the official RGUHS website (rguhs.ac.in) or KEA website (kea.kar.nic.in) for the Allied Health Sciences admission notification.
Register online and fill in the application form with 10+2 marks and personal details.
Attend document verification at the designated centre.
Participate in centralized counselling and fill in college/course preferences.
Download the allotment letter upon seat allotment.
Report to MMCRI Mysore within the stipulated joining deadline with all original documents.
Pay the prescribed fees at the college.

MMCRI B.Sc MLT Scholarships 2026

As a government college, MMCRI Mysore students are eligible for a range of state and central government scholarships. The fee structure is already highly subsidised for all students. SC/ST students receive additional benefits including free hostel and books under Karnataka government schemes.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Details
Karnataka SSP (State Scholarship Portal)	SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS students domiciled in Karnataka	Fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	Apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in; income criteria apply
NSP (National Scholarship Portal) - PM-USP	80% in Class 12, parental income up to Rs. 4.5 lakhs	Rs. 82,000 per annum	Apply via scholarships.gov.in
FFE (Foundation for Excellence) Scholarship	Meritorious students from economically weaker sections	Varies	Apply via ffe.org
Vidyasaarathi Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students	Varies	Apply via vidyasaarathi.co.in
Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship	Karnataka domicile students	Varies	Apply via state scholarship portal

SC/ST students at MMCRI Mysore receive free textbooks, hostel accommodation, and fee reimbursement under Karnataka government schemes.
Students are advised to apply for scholarships at the beginning of each academic year.
Hostel fee assistance is also available for eligible students under government schemes.

MMCRI B.Sc MLT FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology at MMCRI Mysore?

Ans. The total fee for the entire 3-year B.Sc MLT programme at MMCRI Mysore is Rs. 40,810 (Year 1: Rs. 17,970; Year 2: Rs. 11,420; Year 3: Rs. 11,420). This is a government college with highly subsidised fees. Hostel and mess charges are separate.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for B.Sc MLT at MMCRI Mysore?

Ans. No, there is no separate entrance exam. Admission is through centralized counselling by RGUHS/KEA based on merit in 10+2 (PCB). Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC).

Ques. What are the career options after B.Sc MLT from MMCRI Mysore?

Ans. Graduates can work as Medical Laboratory Technologists in government hospitals, private hospitals, diagnostic labs, blood banks, pharmaceutical companies, and research institutions. They can also pursue M.Sc MLT or other postgraduate programmes. Government job opportunities include positions in ESIC, Railways, Armed Forces Medical Services, and state government hospitals.

Ques. Is hostel available for B.Sc MLT students at MMCRI Mysore?

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available at MMCRI Mysore. Hostel rent is approximately Rs. 1,000-1,200 per month and mess charges are approximately Rs. 4,000-4,500 per month. SC/ST students may be eligible for free hostel under Karnataka government schemes.

Ques. What is the scope of B.Sc MLT from a government college like MMCRI Mysore?

Ans. B.Sc MLT from MMCRI Mysore (a government college affiliated to RGUHS) carries significant value in the job market. Graduates are eligible for government recruitment as Lab Technicians/Medical Laboratory Technologists in Karnataka state government hospitals, ESIC, Railways, and central government health departments. The practical training in the attached hospitals (Cheluvamba Hospital and K.R. Hospital) provides excellent hands-on experience.

Ques. Can I pursue M.Sc MLT after B.Sc MLT from MMCRI Mysore?

Ans. Yes. After completing B.Sc MLT from MMCRI Mysore, graduates are eligible to apply for M.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology programmes offered by RGUHS-affiliated colleges and other universities across India. Some graduates also pursue M.Sc in Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related sciences for further specialisation.