Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Master of Science (M.Sc) in Cardiovascular Technology at SKIMS, Srinagar is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered under the Department of Cardiology. The course provides advanced training in cardiac diagnostic techniques, echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, electrophysiology, and cardiovascular care technology. SKIMS houses one of the most advanced Cardiology departments in J&K, with a fully functional Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, Electrophysiology Lab, and Echocardiography unit, providing an excellent clinical training environment for cardiovascular technology students. The total fees for the course are approximately INR 1,00,000 to INR 1,22,000 for the entire 2-year duration, as per JKBOPEE norms. Admission is through the JKBOPEE-conducted Common Entrance Test (CET) for M.Sc. Technology Courses at SKIMS.

Admissions for the 2026 session are expected to open through JKBOPEE in mid-May 2026. The CET is expected to be held in June-July 2026. For 2025, the CET notification was issued on May 14, 2025, with the exam tentatively scheduled on June 29, 2025. For 2024, the CET was held on September 29, 2024. Candidates are advised to monitor www.jkbopee.gov.in for the 2026 notification.

Key Points

M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology at SKIMS is a specialised postgraduate programme focused on advanced cardiac diagnostic and therapeutic technology.
The course is offered at SKIMS Soura, Srinagar, which has a fully functional Cardiology department with Cardiac Cath Lab, EP Lab, and advanced echocardiography facilities.
Graduates are equipped for senior roles as Cardiovascular Technologists, Cardiac Catheterisation Lab Technologists, and Echocardiography Specialists in hospitals and cardiac care centres.
The programme is recognised by the State Allied and Healthcare Council, J&K.
Candidates must be domiciles of UT of J&K or UT of Ladakh to be eligible.
Eligibility requires a B.Sc. in Cardiovascular Technology, Cardiac Care Technology, Cardiology Lab Techniques, or Medical Technology from a recognised institution.

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SKIMS M.Sc Cardiovascular Technology Fees

The M.Sc. (Cardiovascular Technology) programme at SKIMS is a government-funded course with affordable fees. The total tuition fee for the 2-year programme is approximately INR 1,00,000 to INR 1,22,000 as per JKBOPEE norms. Hostel charges are not mandatory and are subject to availability at SKIMS.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (2 Years)
Tuition Fee	INR 50,000 - 61,000	INR 1,00,000 - 1,22,000
Total Fees	INR 50,000 - 61,000	INR 1,00,000 - 1,22,000

Fees are as per JKBOPEE norms and are subject to revision by the competent authority.
Hostel facility may be available at SKIMS on a separate charge basis; it is not mandatory.
Application fee for JKBOPEE CET is INR 1,500 (to be paid online at the time of form submission).
No EMI or instalment options are typically applicable for government technology courses.
Exact fee breakup is available in the JKBOPEE information brochure for the respective year.

SKIMS M.Sc Cardiovascular Technology Admission 2026

Admission to the M.Sc. (Cardiovascular Technology) programme at SKIMS is conducted through JKBOPEE via a dedicated Common Entrance Test (CET) for M.Sc. Technology Courses. The 2026 admission cycle is expected to open in mid-May 2026. Candidates must apply online at www.jkbopee.gov.in. Selection is based on CET merit, subject to domicile and reservation norms of UT of J&K/Ladakh.

Important Dates

Event	Date (2026 Session - Tentative)
JKBOPEE Notification / Application Start	Mid-May 2026 (Tentative)
Application Window	10-15 days (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply Online	Late May 2026 (Tentative)
Application Fee	INR 1,500 (Online)
Common Entrance Test Date	June-July 2026 (Tentative)
Answer Key Release	Same day / next day (Tentative)
Result / Merit List	To be notified separately
Counselling / Seat Allotment	To be notified separately
Batch Commencement	Tentatively August-October 2026

Note: For 2025, the CET notification was issued on May 14, 2025, with the exam tentatively on June 29, 2025. For 2024, the CET was held on September 29, 2024, with counselling in October 2024.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidate must be a domicile of UT of J&K or UT of Ladakh (ST certificate from Ladakh competent authority treated as domicile).
Must hold a B.Sc. in Cardiovascular Technology, Cardiac Care/Cardiac Technology, Cardiology Lab Techniques, or B.Sc. Medical Technology from a recognised government university/institution.
Must have secured at least 60% marks in the qualifying B.Sc. degree (55% for reserved category candidates).
Must be medically fit.
Must secure at least 50% marks in the JKBOPEE CET to be eligible for selection.

Admission Process

Monitor www.jkbopee.gov.in for the M.Sc. Technology CET notification (typically issued mid-May).
Register online and fill the application form within the 10-15 day application window.
Pay the application fee of INR 1,500 online via Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card.
Upload required documents: Passport photo (JPEG, 10-50 KB), Signature (JPEG, 10-50 KB), Domicile certificate, B.Sc. degree/marks certificate, Date of Birth certificate, Category certificate (if applicable), Experience certificate (if required) - all in PDF format (100-200 KB).
Download admit card 7-10 days before the exam from the JKBOPEE candidate portal.
Appear in the JKBOPEE CET: 100 MCQs, 2 hours, +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong answers.
Merit list is prepared based on CET score; candidates must score 50% or above to qualify.
Attend counselling (conducted simultaneously at BOPEE offices in Srinagar and Jammu) and fill preference form.
Complete document verification for seat allotment.
Report to SKIMS for admission formalities and fee payment.

SKIMS M.Sc Cardiovascular Technology Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in the M.Sc. (Cardiovascular Technology) programme at SKIMS can avail several government scholarships. Being a government institution in J&K, students from reserved categories and economically weaker sections have access to multiple scholarship schemes.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Application Portal
Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	SC/ST/OBC students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
Special Scholarship Scheme for J&K and Ladakh (SSSJKL)	J&K/Ladakh domicile students pursuing courses outside home UT	Academic fees + maintenance allowance	aicte.gov.in / NSP
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)	Wards of ex-servicemen/paramilitary	INR 2,500/month (girls), INR 2,250/month (boys)	ksb.gov.in
J&K State Merit Scholarship	Merit-based for J&K domicile students	As per state norms	jkdirectorate.nic.in
EWS Scholarship	Economically Weaker Section candidates	As per state norms	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)

Students must apply for scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the prescribed deadlines, typically between July and November each year.
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the respective authorities.
Students are advised to check the official NSP portal and JKBOPEE website for the latest scholarship notifications.

SKIMS M.Sc Cardiovascular Technology FAQs

Ques. What career opportunities are available after M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology from SKIMS?

Ans. Graduates can work as Senior Cardiovascular Technologists, Cardiac Catheterisation Lab Technologists, Echocardiography Specialists, or Electrophysiology Technologists in government and private hospitals, cardiac care centres, and super-specialty cardiac hospitals. With the rising burden of cardiovascular diseases in India and the expansion of cardiac care infrastructure, there is strong demand for M.Sc.-qualified cardiovascular technology professionals.

Ques. Is the M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology course at SKIMS only for J&K domicile candidates?

Ans. Yes, admission to M.Sc. Technology courses at SKIMS through JKBOPEE is restricted to domiciles of UT of J&K and UT of Ladakh. Candidates from outside J&K/Ladakh are not eligible to apply through this route.

Ques. What is the CET exam pattern for M.Sc. Technology courses at SKIMS?

Ans. The JKBOPEE CET for M.Sc. Technology courses consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be answered in 2 hours. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. All questions are compulsory. Candidates must score at least 50% to qualify for selection.

Ques. How many seats are available for M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology at SKIMS?

Ans. The total seat intake across all M.Sc. Technology courses at SKIMS is 38. The specific number of seats for M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology is limited (typically 1-2 seats). Candidates are advised to check the latest JKBOPEE information brochure for the exact seat matrix for the current year.

Ques. What is the minimum percentage required in B.Sc. to be eligible for M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology at SKIMS?

Ans. Candidates must have secured at least 60% marks in the qualifying B.Sc. degree for open merit category. For reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/RBA etc.), the minimum requirement is 55% marks. This is as per the JKBOPEE eligibility criteria for M.Sc. Cardiac Lab Technology / Cardiovascular Technology.

Ques. Can a candidate with B.Sc. Medical Technology apply for M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology at SKIMS?

Ans. Yes, candidates with B.Sc. Medical Technology from a recognised government university/institution are eligible to apply for M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology (Cardiac Lab Technology) at SKIMS, in addition to candidates with B.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology, B.Sc. Cardiac Care/Cardiac Technology, or B.Sc. Cardiology Lab Techniques.