Allied Health Sciences (BSc MLT / Radiology / Optometry)
BSc Allied Health → Technician/Technologist → Senior Technologist → Lab Manager / Diagnostics Entrepreneur / M.Sc → Research
Duration
3–4 years depending on course (BSc MLT — 3 years, BSc Radiology — 4 years, BSc Optometry — 4 years)
Stream
PCMB
Entry Salary
₹20,000–₹35,000/month (medical lab technician, radiographer, optometrist)
5-Year Salary
₹40,000–₹70,000/month (senior technologist, own diagnostic lab, specialised roles)
Eligibility
PU Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology. Minimum 45% (40% reserved). RGUHS-affiliated colleges.
Entrance Exam Details
Career Progression
Expected Salary Range
Entry Level (Year 1)
₹20,000–₹35,000/month (medical lab technician, radiographer, optometrist)
Starting salary for freshers
After 5 Years (Experienced)
₹40,000–₹70,000/month (senior technologist, own diagnostic lab, specialised roles)
With relevant experience and specialisation
Preparation Roadmap
Allied Health Sciences offer quicker entry into the healthcare workforce than MBBS or BDS. Lab Technicians (MLT) and Radiographers are in high demand at all hospitals and diagnostic centres. Optometry is a growing field with scope for own practice. Government hospital jobs offer good stability. Less competitive than NEET — most colleges admit on PU marks.
Available at The City Academy
The City Academy provides direct preparation for this career path through our PU Science programme (Karnataka State Board).
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