SKIMS Srinagar M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology FAQs
Ques. What entrance test is required for M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology at SKIMS?
Ans. Admission to M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology at SKIMS Srinagar is through a Common Entrance Test conducted by SKIMS for all M.Sc Technology specialisations. The CET is merit-based and seats are allotted based on rank and course preferences submitted by candidates. For the 2026 batch, the M.Sc Technology CET was held on 20 June 2026. Merit list and counselling schedule are expected to be released in August 2026.
Ques. Why is AERB recognition significant for M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology from SKIMS?
Ans. The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board recognises nuclear medicine technology programmes in India and its recognition is mandatory for graduates to legally work in nuclear medicine departments that handle radioactive materials and radiation-emitting equipment. The M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology degree from SKIMS carries AERB recognition, which makes SKIMS graduates eligible to work in PET-CT centres, nuclear medicine departments and radionuclide therapy units across India without additional licensing hurdles.
Ques. What subjects are covered in M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology at SKIMS?
Ans. The M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology programme at SKIMS is a 2-year course covering nuclear physics, radiation biology, radiopharmacy, radionuclide production, nuclear medicine instrumentation, PET-CT imaging, SPECT imaging, radionuclide therapy, radiation protection, and quality control in nuclear medicine. Students undergo clinical training in the nuclear medicine department at SKIMS, gaining hands-on experience in a hospital that performs a significant volume of nuclear medicine procedures.
Ques. What career options are available after M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology from SKIMS?
Ans. Graduates of M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology from SKIMS can work as nuclear medicine technologists in hospitals, cancer centres, and diagnostic imaging facilities with nuclear medicine departments. Career paths include positions in PET-CT and SPECT operation, radionuclide therapy support, and radiopharmacy. Graduates are also eligible for central government posts in DAE-affiliated hospitals and national cancer institutes. Teaching roles in paramedical colleges are also available with experience.
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology at SKIMS?
Ans. Candidates applying for M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology at SKIMS must hold a B.Sc degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate. Candidates from reserved categories must have at least 55% marks. A B.Sc Medical Technology from SKIMS or any other government-recognised institution is also an eligible qualifying degree. J&K and UT Ladakh domicile holders are given preference in seat allocation.
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology at SKIMS and are there any other charges?
Ans. The total course fee for M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology at SKIMS is INR 12,000 for the complete 2-year programme. This is a heavily subsidised fee as SKIMS is a government institution. There are no management or NRI quota seats in this programme. Hostel and mess charges, where availed, are billed separately. Due to the low fee, most students are able to fund this postgraduate programme without an education loan.


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