SRIHER M.Sc Biomedical Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 2-year M.Sc Biomedical Science programme at SRIHER is INR 3,00,000, payable at INR 1,50,000 per year. A non-refundable application fee of INR 1,000 applies during online registration. Hostel is optional and charged at INR 2,30,000 per year for room and mess, billed separately from the academic tuition.

Ans. Admission is through the SRIHER PG Entrance Examination, conducted annually at the university campus in Chennai. Applications open in February and close in June 2026, with the written test in June and results in July. The selection process may include document verification and a personal interview at SRIHER campus after the written examination results are released.

Ans. Graduates work in clinical laboratories, diagnostic pathology centres, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies as medical laboratory scientists, clinical research associates, biomedical researchers, and quality control analysts. Hospital diagnostic departments, blood banks, and public health laboratories are common employers. Graduates may also pursue PhD programmes in Biomedical Sciences or Allied Health disciplines at SRIHER and other institutions.

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc in Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Physiology, Anatomy, Life Sciences, or Allied Health Sciences, with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC). MBBS, BDS, and B.Pharma graduates are also eligible. The qualifying degree must be from a recognized university or board.

Ans. Students receive hands-on training in SRIHER’s clinical laboratories covering histopathology, clinical biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, and haematology. Clinical rotations at Sri Ramachandra Hospital’s diagnostic departments provide exposure to real patient samples and diagnostic workflows. Access to the ISO-certified Central Research Facility supports advanced techniques including flow cytometry, molecular diagnostics, and cell culture throughout the programme.

Ans. Yes, SRIHER offers the Founder-Chancellor Merit-cum-Means Scholarship of up to INR 50,000 per year, available from the second year for students with good academic records and demonstrated financial need. Tamil Nadu government scholarships and National Scholarship Portal schemes for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students are also applicable. Students should apply through the respective portals at the start of each academic year.