PGIMER MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) FAQs
Ques. Who is eligible for MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) at PGIMER Chandigarh?
Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology degree with a minimum of 55 percent marks (50 percent for SC/ST) and at least 3 years of experience as a technician in Pathology (Histopathology) from a recognised teaching or research institution. Candidates must be sponsored or deputed by their employing institution; walk-in applicants are not eligible.
Ques. What is the admission process for MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) at PGIMER?
Ans. Admission is through the PGIMER MSc/MLT CBT (Computer-Based Test). For the July 2026 session, the application period was 10 April to 9 May 2026 and the exam is scheduled for 31 May 2026. Candidates register online at pgimer.edu.in with their institutional sponsorship letter, appear for the CBT, and attend counselling after result declaration.
Ques. What is the total fee for MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) at PGIMER Chandigarh?
Ans. The total course fee for MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) at PGIMER Chandigarh is Rs 6,440 for the two-year programme. Many employing hospitals/institutes bear this cost under deputation/sponsorship norms; candidates should confirm with their institution’s HR or academic department.
Ques. How many times a year does PGIMER conduct MMLT admissions?
Ans. PGIMER conducts MMLT (MSc/MLT) admissions twice a year: the January session (exam in December) and the July session (exam in May/June). Candidates can apply for either session depending on their availability and sponsorship approval from their employer.
Ques. What are the career benefits of MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) from PGIMER?
Ans. MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) from PGIMER equips working laboratory technicians with advanced skills for senior laboratory roles, supervisory positions, and research opportunities in academic medical centres. Graduates are eligible for promotion and higher pay scales in government and private healthcare institutions, and may pursue further research or PhD-level work in medical laboratory science.
Ques. Can a candidate apply for MMLT (Pathology (Histopathology)) at PGIMER without work experience?
Ans. No. MMLT programmes at PGIMER require a minimum of 3 years of experience as a laboratory technician in the relevant specialisation (in this case, Pathology (Histopathology)), obtained after the B.Sc. MLT degree. Fresh graduates and candidates without institutional sponsorship are not eligible for the MMLT programme.


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