What is a paramedical college franchise? It is a partnership in which you own and run an allied health institute and a partner supplies the setup, approval and admissions expertise. Recognition is granted to your own institute, so the partner supports the process and does not transfer the approval.
Quick answer: With Bivha Education, a paramedical college franchise and paramedical college setup are available in all 28 states and 8 Union Territories. We cover the feasibility study, paramedical affiliation, documents, inspection preparation, admissions marketing, placement support and education loan guidance. You choose from 223 allied health courses. Call +91 8986054337 for a free feasibility check in your town.
That entrepreneur can be you. India's hospitals, diagnostic chains and trauma centres keep growing, and they cannot run without trained paramedical and allied health professionals. A well-run institute does two things at once: it builds a lasting education business, and it gives local families a career. Bivha's paramedical college franchise is designed to make that journey comfortable, clear and well supported, whichever state or Union Territory you are in.
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Paramedical College Franchise at a Glance (October 2026)
Question | Short answer |
|---|---|
Who regulates allied health education? | The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP, Act of 2021), with State Allied and Healthcare Councils and universities |
Is "paramedical" still the official word? | No. NCAHP adopted "Allied and Healthcare" in July 2025, but families still search for "paramedical" |
What does a paramedical college franchise include? | Feasibility, approval support, documents, inspection preparation, admissions marketing, placement and loan guidance |
Who owns the approval? | Your institute, at your address, for named courses and a fixed intake |
Typical approval time | About 6 to 12 months for many diploma institutes (an estimate, set by the authority) |
Indicative setup cost | ₹15 lakh to ₹30 lakh (starter), ₹30 lakh to ₹60 lakh (standard), ₹1 crore to ₹3 crore and above (degree campus) |
Typical diploma eligibility | Class 12 Science, usually with Biology |
Where Bivha operates | All 28 states and 8 Union Territories |
Contact | +91 8986054337, care@bivha.in |
What Is a Bivha Paramedical College Franchise?
A Bivha paramedical college franchise (Also known as Bivha Institute of Medical Science) is a partnership in which you open and own an allied health institute, and we supply the expertise, systems and support that a first-time or growing institute needs. Think of Bivha as your launch team and long-term partner, not just a form-filling agent.
Because every institute needs its own approval, you remain the owner of your institute and your approval. What you gain is a team that has the process, checklists and relationships ready, so you do not learn by making expensive mistakes. Choose the partnership that fits your plans:
Bivha partnership | Best for | What Bivha provides |
|---|---|---|
Setup Partner | Owners who want expert help with approval only | Feasibility, approving-authority check, documents, filing, inspection preparation |
Franchise Partner (most popular) | First-time owners and serious entrepreneurs | Everything in Setup, plus course planning, admissions and marketing kit, staff guidance, placement support, education loan guidance and ongoing support |
Hospital-Linked Partner | Doctors, hospitals, nursing homes and diagnostic centres | Franchise support designed around your own clinical base and tie-up |
Campus Partner | Education groups building degree-level allied health campuses | Multi-course planning, university affiliation support and phased growth plan |
Add-On Partner | Existing schools, colleges and training centres | Adding paramedical or allied health courses to what you already run |
Not sure which fits you? Tell us your city, budget and goals, and we will recommend the paramedical college franchise option that fits you, honestly. If a lighter option suits you better, we will say so.
Why Choose Bivha for Your Paramedical College Franchise?
Starting an institute should feel exciting, not frightening. Bivha is built to make the whole journey clear, step by step, with people you can call.
Bivha Education is an global education affiliation and franchise partner serving partners across India. Our affiliation team handles more than 35 types of institute approvals, from school boards to nursing, pharmacy, ITI and university affiliation. Here is why partners feel comfortable choosing us.
1. 🤝 One Partner, Start to Finish
Feasibility, approvals, setup, admissions, placement support and student loans are handled under one roof. You do not chase five different consultants.
2. 🧭 Honest Advice Before You Spend
We study your town, competition, property and budget first. If a plan will not work, we tell you before you invest, which protects your money and our reputation.
3. 📋 Clear Milestones, No Surprises
You receive a written plan with the cost heads, steps and expected timeline. You always know what is done, what is next and what you need to provide.
4. 🌱 Built for First-Time Owners
You do not need a medical or teaching background. Many partners are first-time education entrepreneurs, and the process is explained in plain language, in Hindi or English.
5. 📈 We Care About Your Seats, Not Only Your Approval
An approved institute with empty classrooms is not a business. Our admissions and marketing support is designed to fill your first batch.
6. 🎓 Strong Student Promise
Families choose institutes that offer placement support and a way to pay. Bivha partners can offer both, which makes admissions easier. See the next section.
7. 🔁 Long-Term Support
Intake increases, new courses, renewals and inspections come back every year. We already hold your file, so you do not start from zero each time.
8. 🔍 Straight Talk on Rules
Rules are changing under the NCAHP. We track every notification and tell you plainly what applies to you. No private "council" tricks, no promises of guaranteed licences.
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What Do You Get as a Bivha Franchise Partner?
Stage | What you get |
|---|---|
Before you invest | Free feasibility view, course and intake recommendation, indicative budget and earnings plan, state-specific rules briefing |
Setting up | Entity and naming guidance, property and lab layout guidance, equipment list, faculty file check, hospital tie-up format, complete documentation and filing |
Getting approved | Application tracking, objection replies, mock inspection and a written gap list |
Launching | Admissions plan, marketing kit, student-facing landing page and enquiry system, counselling scripts and open-day planning |
Running | Staff and faculty guidance, student support systems, placement and loan guidance, renewals and intake-increase support |
Growing | Adding new courses, moving from diploma to degree, and adding related approvals such as nursing, pharmacy or skill centres |
Bivha Placement Record, Education Loan and Student Facilities
Every paramedical college franchise partner needs strong answers for families.
Parents ask three questions before they pay a fee: Will my child get a job? How do I pay? What else will the institute do for them? A Bivha partner institute can answer all three confidently.
🏆 Placement: Bivha's 100% Placement Record
Bivha's placement record stands at 100%. "Every eligible student who completed training and the placement-readiness programme in 2025-26, received a placement offer." Bivha's placement support covers career counselling, resume and interview preparation and practical readiness. It also covers connections with hospitals, diagnostic centres and employers. Placement support depends on a student completing the course and meeting the employer's requirements, and we do not guarantee any individual job.
💳 Education Loan Assistance
We help students and parents with education loan guidance: which documents are needed, how to apply with banks and NBFCs, and how to follow up. Loan approval is decided by the lender, but guided students are far more likely to complete the process. This removes one of the biggest barriers to admission in small towns.
🎁 Other Facilities for Students and Partners
Career counselling before admission, so students pick the right course
Admission and documentation help for students and parents
Internship and clinical posting guidance through the institute's hospital tie-up
Soft-skills, interview and communication training support
Student helpdesk through WhatsApp, phone and email
Partner marketing kit with brochures, social creatives, landing page and enquiry follow-up
These facilities make your institute the obvious choice for families comparing options in your town, and they make Bivha a partner your students can rely on.
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Your Paramedical College Franchise Journey: Paramedical College Setup from First Call to First Batch
When | What happens | Your effort |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 | Free consultation and feasibility view for your town | One phone call and your location details |
Weeks 2 to 4 | Course plan, budget, partnership choice and written proposal | Review and decide |
Months 2 to 3 | Entity, naming, property and hospital tie-up | Sign the papers we prepare |
Months 3 to 5 | Documents compiled and application filed | Provide originals and verify |
Months 5 to 8 | Mock inspection, official inspection, objection replies | Host the inspection |
Months 8 to 12 | Approval, faculty and staff, admissions campaign, launch event | Welcome your first students |
A paramedical college franchise follows this rough plan. These are planning estimates. The authority sets the actual approval timeline, and many diploma institutes take roughly 6 to 12 months from first call to approval.
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Paramedical College Franchise in Every State and Union Territory of India
The Bivha paramedical college franchise plan is simple: an allied health institute in every district that needs one. We offer paramedical franchise and setup support in all 28 states and 8 Union Territories. Each state has its own council, university and rules, so your plan is built around your state. The table shows the state-level council position as reported on 16 September 2026 (source). Always confirm the latest position, because it keeps changing.
North India
State / UT | Council position (16 Sep 2026) | Bivha state page |
|---|---|---|
Haryana | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Himachal Pradesh | State council notified | |
Punjab | State council notified | |
Rajasthan | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Uttar Pradesh | State council notified | |
Uttarakhand | State council notified | |
Delhi (UT) | Council not yet notified; we confirm the interim route | |
Chandigarh (UT) | Council not yet notified; we confirm the interim route | |
Jammu and Kashmir (UT) | State council notified | |
Ladakh (UT) | Council not yet notified; we confirm the interim route |
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East India
State / UT | Council position (16 Sep 2026) | Bivha state page |
|---|---|---|
Bihar | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Jharkhand | State council notified | |
Odisha | State council notified | |
West Bengal | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Andaman and Nicobar Islands (UT) | State council notified |
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West India
State / UT | Council position (16 Sep 2026) | Bivha state page |
|---|---|---|
Gujarat | State council notified | |
Maharashtra | State council notified | |
Goa | State council notified | |
Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (UT) | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations |
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Central India
State / UT | Council position (16 Sep 2026) | Bivha state page |
|---|---|---|
Madhya Pradesh | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Chhattisgarh | Council not yet notified; we confirm the interim route |
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South India
State / UT | Council position (16 Sep 2026) | Bivha state page |
|---|---|---|
Andhra Pradesh | State council notified | |
Karnataka | State council notified | |
Kerala | State council notified | |
Tamil Nadu | State council notified | |
Telangana | State council notified | |
Puducherry (UT) | Council not yet notified; we confirm the interim route | |
Lakshadweep (UT) | Council not yet notified; we confirm the interim route |
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North East India
State / UT | Council position (16 Sep 2026) | Bivha state page |
|---|---|---|
Arunachal Pradesh | State council notified | |
Assam | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Manipur | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Meghalaya | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Mizoram | State council notified | |
Nagaland | State council notified | |
Sikkim | Council notified; flagged by NCAHP for deviations | |
Tripura | State council notified |
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Where no state council is yet notified, the national framework provides a Central Assessment Committee that performs the functions in the meantime, and we confirm the current route for your location before you invest. Not seeing your district? Tell us anyway. We cover it.
Note: Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu is a single Union Territory since 2020.
Who Can Take a Bivha Paramedical College Franchise?
Doctors and hospital owners who want a training institute beside their hospital
First-time education entrepreneurs who want a business with purpose
Existing school, college and coaching owners adding allied health courses
Trusts, societies and NGOs that want a healthcare skilling centre
Diagnostic lab and pharmacy owners who want trained staff from their own institute
Returning professionals and NRIs who want to build something in their home district
Is a Paramedical Franchise Legal? How Bivha Keeps You Safe
Yes, when it is structured correctly. Recognition is granted to a specific institute at a specific address, so a brand cannot hand you an approval. Bivha's partnership is built around that fact: you own your institute and your partner’s approval, and we supply the expertise, systems and support. Where the approving authority permits, the institute can carry Bivha co-branding. That structure keeps your students' certificates valid and your investment protected.
Be cautious of any scheme that promises "instant recognition" or a certificate from a body you cannot verify. Ask for the Act, notification or government order that gives a body its authority. We do this check for every partner as a standard step, so you can enrol students with confidence.
Paramedical Affiliation Made Simple: What Bivha Handles for You
Every institute needs approval, and this is where most first-time owners feel nervous. It is also where Bivha takes the weight off you. Here is the national picture in plain language, so you know what we are handling on your behalf.
Paramedical education in India is now moving under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) Act, 2021. Here are the key facts as reported by recent sources:
Fact | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
Law | NCAHP Act, 2021, passed by Parliament on 24 March 2021; the NCAHP website launched on 29 October 2024 | |
Scope | 56 professions in the Act (Careers360 reports 57) grouped into 10 broad categories (for example medical laboratory, radiology and imaging, physiotherapy, ophthalmic science, trauma and surgical technology) | |
Registration | Registration Regulations, 2026 notified. Registration is valid for 5 years, and renewal needs 15 hours of continuing professional development each year | |
Common curricula | Common course structures, curricula and admission criteria prepared for 17 professions | |
New course example | D.MRIT (Diploma in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology) notified on 30 September 2026: 2 years including a 6-month internship, Class 12 with Science (PCB), mandatory from 2027-28 and optional in 2026-27 | |
State councils | 30 of 36 states and Union Territories have notified a State Allied and Healthcare Council (as of 16 Sep 2026). Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Ladakh, Lakshadweep and Puducherry had not |
Two points matter for anyone planning an institute. First, rules are still being finalised: Careers360 reported on 16 September 2026 that registration had not yet started and that some autonomous board regulations were still in draft. Second, the state-level picture varies. Bihar's council is one of ten that NCAHP flagged for deviations from the 2021 Act, so the state has been asked to correct it. Always check the current position with your state before you invest.
What does this mean for a new institute?
It means three things. Courses will increasingly follow a common national curriculum. Your graduates will need to register to practise, so a recognised course matters more than ever. And your state council and university remain the key authorities for approving your institute. A paramedical college that picks recognised courses and the right approval route today stays compliant as the national rules settle.
Which Authorities Approve a Paramedical College?
There is no single approval for every paramedical course. Which authority you apply to depends on the course and your state:
State government / State Allied and Healthcare Council or state paramedical council or board: approves and registers institutes and courses in most states, especially diploma courses.
A state university or health sciences university: grants affiliation for degree courses such as B.Sc in allied health subjects.
NCAHP: sets national curricula, standards and registration for the professions it covers.
The hospital or clinical partner: you will need a recognised teaching hospital or a hospital with enough beds and departments for the clinical training of students.
Be careful with private bodies that call themselves a "paramedical council" or "paramedical board" and offer quick affiliation for a fee. Many such bodies are private organisations, not statutory regulators. A certificate from one of them may not be accepted by employers, universities or your state's registration system. Before you apply to any body, ask for the Act, notification or government order that gives it its authority, and confirm it with your state health department. We check this for every client as part of its standard feasibility step.
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What Is Paramedical Affiliation and How Does It Work?
Paramedical affiliation (also called allied health affiliation or recognition) is the formal approval that lets your institute run a named course, admit a fixed number of students, conduct exams and issue valid certificates. It is granted for a specific course, intake and address, and it must be renewed or extended as your institute grows.
Type of approval | Who grants it | Usually needed for |
|---|---|---|
State council or board recognition | State Allied and Healthcare Council, state paramedical council or board, or the state health department | Diploma and certificate courses |
University affiliation | A state university or health sciences university | Bachelor's and master's degrees |
Registration of graduates | State and central registers under the NCAHP Registration Regulations, 2026 | Your students, after they pass |
Separate council approval | Indian Nursing Council, Pharmacy Council of India, Dental Council of India, Rehabilitation Council of India | Nursing, pharmacy, dental and rehabilitation courses, which sit outside the NCAHP list |
Because the approval is tied to your own institute, the only legitimate help a partner can give is process help: feasibility, files, filing, inspection preparation and follow-up. That is exactly what Bivha's paramedical college affiliation service does. If you want the wider picture of every approval we handle, see the Bivha affiliation hub.
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Paramedical or Allied Health: Which Name Should Your Institute Use?
Most students and parents still search for "paramedical college", so this guide uses that phrase. But the official term has changed. In July 2025 the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) formally adopted "Allied and Healthcare" in place of "paramedical". It asked state governments, universities and colleges to stop using "paramedical" in official communications, advertisements, training programmes and institutional titles (Careers360, 2 July 2025). No deadline was reported.
For a new institute this means two things. Name the institute and its documents "Allied Health Sciences" or "Allied and Healthcare Institute" to match the official terminology. Keep "paramedical" in marketing words that families search for, such as "paramedical courses after 12th". We advise clients on the safe naming at the application stage, before the trust deed, signboard and prospectus are printed. Better to go ahead with Brand Name.
Paramedical College Setup: Step-by-Step Process to Start a Paramedical College
Step 1: Choose the courses and level
Start with the courses that fit your city's hospitals and labs. DMLT, radiology and imaging, and OT technology are the most in-demand diploma courses in most towns. A diploma-first plan is lower risk than a degree-first plan, because diploma approvals are usually quicker and the investment is smaller.
Step 2: Check your state's rules before you buy land
Each state sets its own minimum land, building, laboratory, faculty and hospital-tie-up conditions. Ask your state's Allied and Healthcare Council or health department for the latest norms. Do this before you buy or lease anything, because a property that does not meet the norms costs money to fix.
Step 3: Form the legal entity
Register a trust, society or company (a Section 8 company is common) in the institute's name. The approval is granted to the institute, so the entity must be set up correctly and its objects must include education. However, Individual are also eligible.
Step 4: Arrange the property, labs, library and faculty
You will need a suitable building with classrooms and labs, equipment for each course, a library, and qualified faculty and lab staff. Many states also require a tie-up with a hospital for clinical posting. We help you plan the layout and the equipment list before you spend.
Step 5: Sign a hospital tie-up
Students of laboratory, radiology and OT courses need hands-on clinical exposure. A written agreement with a hospital, diagnostic centre or trauma centre is often part of the application. A weak or missing tie-up is one of the most common reasons for objections.
Step 6: Apply for recognition or affiliation
File the application with your state council or board (and the university, for degree courses) with all the documents. We prepare and files the application, tracks it and answers objections.
Step 7: Prepare for inspection
The authority inspects the premises, labs, faculty records and clinical tie-up. A mock inspection before the real one catches gaps early. We run this check with you.
Step 8: Receive approval, then admit students
Take admissions only after you hold the approval in writing, and keep the approved intake limit. Admitting students before approval is the single most damaging mistake an institute can make, because the students' certificates may not be valid.
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What Types of Paramedical College Franchise Can You Open?
Model | What you open | Approval route | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
Diploma institute | 2-year diplomas such as DMLT, X-ray and OT technology | State council or board | First-time owners, tier-2 and tier-3 towns |
Degree college | B.Sc in allied health subjects | State or health university, plus state government | Larger investors, existing education groups |
Hospital-linked institute | Courses run beside your own hospital or clinic | State council, with your hospital as the clinical base | Hospital and nursing-home owners |
Add-on department | Paramedical courses added to an existing college or school | Depends on the parent institution | Existing institutes that want new revenue |
Skill centre | Short certificate courses | Skill-development bodies and partner programmes | Low-budget start, a stepping stone |
Most Bivha clients begin with a diploma institute, then add degree courses once the first approval and the first batch are in place.
Paramedical College Franchise Cost: How Much Does It Cost to Start a Paramedical College?
The cost of a paramedical college franchise depends on the city, the number of courses and whether you buy or lease the building. The ranges below are indicative planning figures, not government fees, and your own quote can be higher or lower:
Setup level | What it includes | Indicative investment |
|---|---|---|
Starter diploma institute | 1 to 2 courses, leased building, basic labs, small faculty | ₹2.6 lakh to ₹10 lakh |
Standard diploma institute | 3 to 4 courses, full labs, library, faculty, hospital tie-up | ₹5 lakh to ₹20 lakh |
Degree-level allied health college | Multiple degree and diploma courses, owned or long-lease campus | ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh |
The largest costs are the building, laboratory equipment and faculty salaries. The biggest savings come from avoiding rework: getting the layout, equipment list and tie-up right before the inspection. That is where a specialist partner earns its fee.
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Paramedical College Franchise Earnings: What Can an Institute Earn? (Illustrative Model)
The figures below are an illustration, not a promise. They show what a well-run diploma institute can look like once it has reached a stable intake. Your own numbers will depend on your city, fees, approved seats and running costs.
Assumption or result | Illustrative figure |
|---|---|
Courses | 3 diploma courses (for example DMLT, X-ray technology, OT technology) |
Approved intake | 30 seats per course each year, 2-year courses |
Students on roll when both years are full | 180 |
Annual fee per student | ₹45,000 |
Annual fee revenue | ₹81 lakh |
Annual running cost (faculty, rent, labs and consumables, hospital tie-up, marketing, administration) | ₹52 lakh |
Annual surplus at this intake | ₹29 lakh (about 36% of revenue) |
Break-even point | About 116 students, which is about 64% of the 180 seats |
Two points make this model attractive. First, diploma batches are short, so a new batch joins every year and the institute reaches full strength in the second year. Second, the surplus grows when you add a course, because the building, library, administration and marketing are shared. A fourth course with the same intake can add revenue without adding the building cost again. As with any education business, the first intake is built through the first admission season, so plan your working capital for that period. Bivha's admissions support, placement support and education loan guidance are designed to bring that stable intake closer.
Bivha Paramedical College Franchise vs Going Independent
Factor | With Bivha | Going independent |
|---|---|---|
Regulatory knowledge | Specialist team that tracks NCAHP, state council and university rules | You learn the rules yourself, often after a mistake |
Feasibility check | Done first, before you buy or lease | Often skipped, so a property can fail the norms |
Council verification | Legal basis of the approving body confirmed in writing | Risk of applying to a body with no statutory authority |
Documents and application | Prepared and filed by experts | Handled by you, with a higher chance of objections |
Hospital tie-up and labs | Guidance on layout, equipment list and tie-up format | Trial and error |
Inspection | Mock inspection before the real one | First real inspection is the first test |
Admissions | Marketing and counselling support | You build lead generation from zero |
Typical timeline | Planned milestones, often months shorter | Longer and less predictable |
After approval | Renewal, intake-increase and new-course support | You start again for each step |
Complete List of Paramedical and Allied Health Science Courses in India (223 Courses)
Use this list to decide which courses your paramedical college franchise should apply for. The table below lists 223 paramedical and allied health courses, grouped under the ten NCAHP categories plus rehabilitation and short-term skill courses. Counts by level: 54 certificate, 50 diploma, 21 postgraduate diploma, 48 bachelor's, 39 master's and 11 doctorate. Names, durations and eligibility are typical. Your state council, university and the notified NCAHP curriculum decide the final rules, and some courses sit in a different category depending on the state.
1. Medical Laboratory and Life Sciences
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Lab Assistant / Laboratory Attendant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Phlebotomy Technician / Sample Collection Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (CMLT) | 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Certificate in Hematology and Blood Grouping | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Certificate in Clinical Biochemistry Techniques | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Blood Bank Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Histopathology / Cytotechnology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Clinical Pathology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Clinical Microbiology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Medical Biochemistry Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (PGDMLT) | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Clinical Biochemistry | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Medical Genetics and Genetic Counselling | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc MLT) | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Medical Biochemistry | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Clinical Microbiology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Cytotechnology / Histotechnology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Blood Banking Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Medical Genetics / Molecular Diagnostics | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Medical Biotechnology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | M.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Medical Biochemistry | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Clinical / Medical Microbiology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Medical Genetics | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Medical Biotechnology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Medical Laboratory Sciences / Medical Biochemistry | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
2. Trauma, Burn Care and Surgical / Anaesthesia Technology
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic) / Basic Life Support | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Operation Theatre Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | First Aid and Emergency Care Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Plaster and Orthopaedic Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Ambulance and Emergency Response Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Diploma | Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT) | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Anaesthesia Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Emergency and Trauma Care Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Critical Care Technology / ICU Technician | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Burn Care Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Emergency Medical Services | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Critical Care Technology | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | B.Sc Operation Theatre Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Anaesthesia Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Emergency Medical Technology / Paramedic | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Trauma and Burn Care Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Critical Care Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Perfusion Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Orthopaedic Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Advanced Care Paramedic | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | M.Sc Operation Theatre Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Anaesthesia Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Critical Care Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Emergency Medical Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Perfusion Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Emergency Medical / Critical Care Technology | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
3. Physiotherapy
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Physiotherapy Assistant / Rehabilitation Aide | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Certificate in Massage and Physical Therapy Techniques | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Diploma | Diploma in Physiotherapy (where offered by the state) | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy / Rehabilitation | 1 year | BPT |
Bachelor | Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) | About 4.5 years incl. internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) in Orthopaedics | 2 years | BPT |
Master | MPT in Neurology | 2 years | BPT |
Master | MPT in Sports Physiotherapy | 2 years | BPT |
Master | MPT in Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy | 2 years | BPT |
Master | MPT in Paediatrics | 2 years | BPT |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Physiotherapy | 3 to 5 years | MPT |
4. Nutrition Science
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Certificate in Diet and Health Counselling | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Diabetes Educator | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Sports Nutrition | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Clinical Nutrition | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | B.Sc Nutrition and Dietetics / Clinical Nutrition | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Food and Nutrition | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Public Health Nutrition | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | M.Sc Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Food Science and Nutrition | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Sports and Exercise Nutrition | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Nutrition and Dietetics | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
5. Ophthalmic Science
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Ophthalmic Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Optical Dispensing / Optician Certificate | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Contact Lens Fitting Certificate | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistance / Ophthalmic Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Optometry | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Optometry and Optical Dispensing | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Contact Lens and Low Vision Care | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom) / B.Sc Optometry | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Ophthalmic Technology / Vision Science | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | Master of Optometry (M.Optom) | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Ophthalmic Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Optometry / Vision Science | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
6. Occupational Therapy
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Occupational Therapy Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Diploma | Diploma in Occupational Therapy (where offered) | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) | About 4.5 years incl. internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) in Paediatrics / Neurology / Orthopaedics / Mental Health | 2 years | BOT |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Occupational Therapy | 3 to 5 years | MOT |
7. Community Care, Behavioural Health and Other Professionals
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Home Health Aide / Home Care Attendant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Geriatric (Elder) Care Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Community Health Worker / Health Promoter | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Basic Counselling Skills | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Occupational Health and Safety Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Community Health / Multipurpose Health Worker | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Health and Sanitary Inspection | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy Basics | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Public Health | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Diploma | Diploma in Occupational Health and Industrial Safety | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Public Health / Community Health | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Counselling Psychology | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | B.Sc Community Health / Public Health | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Behavioural Science / Counselling Psychology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Environmental Health / Occupational Health and Safety | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | Master of Public Health (MPH) | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Counselling Psychology / Behavioural Science | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Environmental Health | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Public Health / Community Health | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
8. Medical Radiology, Imaging and Therapeutic Technology
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | X-ray Technician / Radiographer | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Sonography (Ultrasound) Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | ECG and Imaging Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Radiology Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology (D.MRIT) | 2 years including 6-month internship | Class 12 Science (PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Radiography / X-ray Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Nuclear Medicine Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in CT Scan and MRI Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Medical Ultrasound / Sonography Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Medical Imaging Technology | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Radiation Safety and Dosimetry | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | B.Sc Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology (B.MRIT) | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Radiography | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Radiotherapy Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Medical Imaging Technology / Sonography | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Medical Physics and Dosimetry | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (PCM / PCB) |
Master | M.Sc Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology (M.MRIT) | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Radiotherapy Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Medical Physics | 2 years | B.Sc Physics or relevant degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Medical Radiology / Imaging / Medical Physics | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
9. Medical Technology, Physician Associates and Biomedical / Medical Equipment Technology
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Medical Equipment Operator / Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Dialysis Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | ECG / Cardiac Care Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Sleep Study Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Dialysis Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Cardiac Care / Cardiovascular Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Respiratory Care Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Biomedical Equipment Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 Science |
Diploma | Diploma in Cath Lab Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Neuro / EEG-EMG Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Endoscopy Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Echocardiography Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Physician Assistant | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Cardiac Perfusion Technology | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Cardiac Technology / Echocardiography | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Biomedical Equipment Management | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Respiratory Care | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | B.Sc Dialysis Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Cardiac / Cardiovascular Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Respiratory Therapy / Respiratory Care Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Neurotechnology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Cath Lab Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Endoscopy Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Physician Assistant | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Biomedical Equipment Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Echocardiography Technology | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Tech Biomedical Engineering (engineering stream) | 4 years | Class 12 (PCM) |
Master | M.Sc Dialysis Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Cardiac Technology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Respiratory Therapy | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Physician Assistant | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc / M.Tech Biomedical Technology / Engineering | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Biomedical Technology / Allied Health Technology | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
10. Health Information Management and Health Informatics
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Medical Records Assistant | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Medical Coding and Billing | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Medical Transcription | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Hospital Front Office and Patient Care Coordinator | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Medical Record Technology / Health Information Management | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Hospital Administration | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Health Informatics | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Hospital Information Systems | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Hospital and Health Management (PGDHM) | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Health Informatics | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Clinical Research | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
PG Diploma | PG Diploma in Medical Coding and Health Information Management | 1 year | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Bachelor | B.Sc Health Information Management | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Health Informatics | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | BBA / B.Sc Hospital Administration | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Sc Clinical Research | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Master | M.Sc Health Information Management / Health Informatics | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | MBA / MHA Hospital and Healthcare Administration | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Master | M.Sc Clinical Research | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Health Informatics / Health Management | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
11. Rehabilitation, Prosthetics, Hearing and Speech (mostly regulated by the Rehabilitation Council of India)
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | Hearing Aid and Ear Mould Technician | 6 months to 1 year | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Certificate in Early Intervention and Special Education Support | 6 months to 1 year | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Hearing, Language and Speech (DHLS) | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Prosthetics and Orthotics | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Community Based Rehabilitation | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Diploma | Diploma in Early Childhood Special Education | 2 years (some 1 to 3) | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | Bachelor of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP) | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BPO) | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Bachelor | B.Ed Special Education | 3 to 4 years + 6 to 12 months internship | Relevant degree |
Master | Master of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (MASLP) | 2 years | BASLP |
Master | Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) | 2 years | BPO |
Master | M.Phil / M.Sc Clinical Psychology | 2 years | Relevant bachelor's degree |
Doctorate (Ph.D.) | Ph.D. in Audiology / Speech-Language Pathology / Rehabilitation Science | 3 to 5 years | Relevant master's degree |
12. Healthcare Skill Courses (NSDC and Sector Skill Council style, short-term)
Level | Course | Typical duration | Typical eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate | General Duty Assistant (GDA) | 3 to 6 months | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Patient Care Assistant | 3 to 6 months | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Home Health Aide | 3 to 6 months | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Phlebotomist | 3 to 6 months | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) | 6 months | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Operation Theatre Assistant | 6 months | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | Dialysis Technician Assistant | 6 months | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | X-ray / Radiology Assistant | 6 months | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Medical Lab Assistant | 6 months | Class 10 or Class 12 |
Certificate | ECG Technician | 3 to 6 months | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Diabetes Educator | 3 to 6 months | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Medical Coder / Medical Records Assistant | 3 to 6 months | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Hospital Front Desk Executive | 3 months | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Certificate | Sleep Technician Assistant | 3 to 6 months | Class 12 (Science, usually PCB) |
Related Courses Regulated by Other Councils
These are often sold as "paramedical" but have their own regulator and approval route:
Field and regulator | Courses | Bivha service |
|---|---|---|
Nursing (Indian Nursing Council) | ANM (2 years), GNM (3 years), B.Sc Nursing (4 years), Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing, M.Sc Nursing | |
Pharmacy (Pharmacy Council of India) | D.Pharm (2 years), B.Pharm (4 years), Pharm.D, M.Pharm | |
Dental support (Dental Council of India) | Dental Mechanic, Dental Technician and Dental Hygienist certificate or diploma courses | |
AYUSH-related (NCISM / NCH) | Panchakarma Technician and similar certificate or diploma courses. BAMS, BHMS and BUMS are medical degrees, not allied health |
Which Paramedical Courses Should a New Institute Start With?
Course group | Why it fills seats | Setup effort |
|---|---|---|
DMLT and lab technology | Every hospital and diagnostic lab hires; low equipment cost | Low to medium |
Radiology and imaging (D.MRIT, X-ray, CT) | High-paying roles; NCAHP curriculum now notified | Medium to high (equipment) |
OT and anaesthesia technology | Steady surgical-hospital demand | Medium |
Dialysis technology | Fast-growing demand in tier-2 towns | Medium |
Emergency and trauma care | Ambulance, ICU and emergency hiring | Low to medium |
Optometry | Optical chains and eye hospitals | Medium |
Healthcare skill courses (GDA, phlebotomy, home health aide) | Short and affordable; good first revenue | Low |
Planning a paramedical college setup? Not sure which courses suit your town and budget? Send us your city and we will recommend a course mix with an indicative plan.
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What Documents Are Needed to Start a Paramedical College?
The exact list differs by state and course, but most applications include the following:
Registration certificate of the trust, society or company, with its constitution and member details
Land ownership papers or a registered long-term lease, and a building plan or completion certificate
Fire safety, sanitation and other local clearances where required
Laboratory and equipment list with purchase invoices
Faculty and lab staff list with qualifications, appointment letters and experience proof
Written agreement with a hospital or diagnostic centre for clinical training
Proof of financial resources, such as a bank statement or fixed deposit, where the norms require it
Proposed course list, intake and fee structure
Affidavits, application fee and any state-specific forms
Incomplete documents are the most common reason for delay. We check every file against your state's list before it goes in.
How Long Does It Take to Start a Paramedical College?
Most diploma institutes take roughly 6 to 12 months from the first feasibility check to approval, depending on how ready the property and documents are and on how quickly your state authority processes applications. Degree-level affiliation with a university can take longer. These are planning estimates, not guarantees, because approval timelines are set by the authorities. Planning your application around the admission season matters, because an approval that arrives just after admissions close costs you a full year.
What Mistakes Should You Avoid?
Admitting students before approval. The certificates may not be valid.
Applying to a body with no legal authority. Always ask for the Act or notification.
Buying a building first. Check the state norms before you commit money.
Ignoring the hospital tie-up. It is often a core requirement.
Underfunding faculty. Qualified teachers are what inspectors and students notice first.
Copying an old checklist. Rules are changing under NCAHP, so use the current norms.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bivha Paramedical College Franchise
What is a Bivha paramedical college franchise?
It is a partnership where you open and own an allied health institute and Bivha provides feasibility, approval support, documentation, inspection preparation, admissions marketing, placement support and education loan guidance. Because approval is granted to your institute, you remain the owner and Bivha is your launch and growth partner.
Is the Bivha paramedical franchise available in my state or Union Territory?
Yes. Bivha offers paramedical college franchise and setup support in all 28 states and 8 Union Territories. Each state has its own council, university and rules, so your plan is built around your location. Call +91 8986054337 or WhatsApp us your state and district.
Who can take a Bivha paramedical franchise?
Doctors, hospital owners, first-time entrepreneurs, existing school and college owners, trusts and societies, and diagnostic lab owners can all apply. You do not need a medical or teaching background, but you do need a suitable property, a budget and commitment.
Do I need medical or education experience to start a paramedical college?
No. Many Bivha partners are first-time owners. You hire qualified faculty and clinical staff, and Bivha guides you through the process in plain language. What matters is a sound plan and reliable execution.
How is Bivha different from other paramedical franchise or consultancy providers?
Bivha is a single partner for feasibility, approval, launch, placement support and loan guidance, with written milestones and no hidden steps. We also confirm the legal authority of any approving body, so your students' certificates are valid. We do not promise guaranteed licences.
Can I take a franchise for just one course, such as DMLT?
Yes. Many partners start with one or two diploma courses and add more after the first approval and batch. A focused start lowers your investment and risk.
Can an existing school, college or hospital add paramedical courses with Bivha?
Yes. The Add-On and Hospital-Linked partnerships are designed for this. Your existing building, faculty and hospital can reduce your setup cost and speed up your launch.
Will I own the institute?
Yes. You own and run the institute, and the approval is granted to your institute. Bivha supports you and, where the approving authority allows, co-brands the institute.
Is a paramedical college franchise legal in India?
It is legal when structured correctly. Recognition cannot be transferred through a brand name, so a safe franchise means the owner holds the approval and the partner provides expertise and support. We structure every partnership this way.
Which is better for me: Bivha consultation or a Bivha franchise?
Consultation (Setup Partner) suits owners who only need approval help. The Franchise Partner option suits first-time owners and anyone who wants admissions, placement support and ongoing help as well. We recommend the lighter option when it fits you better.
How much does it cost to start a paramedical college with Bivha?
An indicative range is ₹15 lakh to ₹30 lakh for a starter diploma institute. A standard multi-course institute costs ₹30 lakh to ₹60 lakh, and a degree-level campus ₹1 crore to ₹3 crore and above. Your actual cost depends on your city, building and course mix. You receive a written cost breakdown after the feasibility study.
What is the Bivha franchise fee?
The fee depends on the partnership you choose, your state and the courses you plan. We share a written proposal with every cost head after a free feasibility consultation, so there are no hidden charges. Call +91 8986054337 for your quote.
How much can a paramedical institute earn?
An illustrative diploma institute with 180 students and a ₹45,000 annual fee can show about ₹81 lakh in fee revenue and about ₹29 lakh surplus a year at stable intake. Break-even is near 64% of seats. Your results depend on your city, fees, seats and costs.
How long does it take to recover the investment?
It depends on your setup cost, fees and how fast your seats fill. A focused diploma start with strong admissions support can reach break-even earlier than a large campus. We prepare a city-specific projection for you.
Can I start small and expand later?
Yes. Most partners start with one or two diploma courses and expand to more diplomas, then degrees. The building, library and administration are shared, so each new course adds revenue without repeating the full setup cost.
What are the main running costs of a paramedical institute?
The biggest costs are faculty and staff salaries, rent or building cost, laboratory consumables, hospital tie-up and clinical posting, marketing and administration. Our plan lists each one so you can budget with confidence.
What is paramedical affiliation?
Paramedical affiliation is the approval that lets an institute run named allied health courses, admit a fixed number of students and issue valid certificates. Diploma courses are usually approved by the state council or board and degrees by a state or health university. We prepare and file the application.
How long does approval take?
Many diploma institutes take about 6 to 12 months from the first consultation to approval when documents and the property are ready. The authority decides the actual timeline, so this is an estimate and not a guarantee.
Does Bivha guarantee approval?
No honest consultant can, because the authority decides. We guarantee a correct and complete application, a mock inspection before the real one, honest advice and no hidden steps.
Is the word paramedical still used?
Families still search for it, but in July 2025 the NCAHP formally adopted Allied and Healthcare and asked institutions to stop using paramedical in official names and communications. We advise partners to use the official allied health name and keep paramedical in search-friendly marketing.
Is a hospital tie-up necessary?
For laboratory, radiology and OT courses, students need clinical training, so most states expect a written agreement with a hospital or diagnostic centre. We guide you on the format and help you plan it early.
What is the NCAHP and how does it affect my institute?
The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions was created by the NCAHP Act, 2021. It regulates education and registration for about 56 to 57 professions in 10 categories and sets common curricula, so recognised courses and registered graduates matter more than ever.
What is Bivha's placement record?
Bivha's placement record is 100%, as defined on this page, and placement support covers career counselling, interview preparation and employer connections. Placement depends on the student completing the course and meeting employer requirements, and No individual job is guaranteed.
Does Bivha help students get an education loan?
Yes. We help students and parents with education loan guidance, including the documents needed, how to apply with banks and NBFCs and follow-up. Loan approval is decided by the lender.
What facilities do students of a Bivha partner institute get?
Students receive career counselling, admission and documentation help, internship and clinical posting guidance, soft-skills and interview training support, a student helpdesk and placement support.
What are the eligibility rules for students?
Most diploma and bachelor's allied health courses accept Class 12 Science students, usually with Biology. Short skill courses often accept Class 10 pass. The notified curriculum and your state decide the final rule for each course.
Which paramedical courses are most in demand?
DMLT, radiology and imaging technology, OT and anaesthesia technology, dialysis technology, emergency care and optometry are among the most sought-after because hospitals and diagnostic centres hire for them regularly.
How many paramedical courses can I offer?
This guide lists more than 220 courses across certificate, diploma, PG diploma, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. Your approval and intake decide what you can actually run, and Bivha helps you choose the right mix.
Is the process the same in every state?
The national framework is common, but each state has its own council, university norms and timelines. We build your plan around your state's rules.
Can I open more than one institute with Bivha?
Yes. Many partners add a second location after the first is running well. Each institute needs its own approval, and We plan the sequence with you.
How do I contact Bivha for a paramedical franchise?
Call or WhatsApp +91 8986054337, or email care@bivha.in. You can also use the Become a Partner page. The team replies with a free feasibility consultation.
What happens after I enquire?
A Bivha specialist calls you, asks about your city, budget, property and goals, and shares an honest first view. If it fits, you receive a written proposal with the cost heads, steps and timeline. There is no obligation to proceed.
Related Bivha Affiliation Services and Guides
A paramedical college rarely stands alone. Use these Bivha pages to plan the next step:
Affiliation services that pair with a paramedical college
Paramedical college affiliation: the main service page for this guide
Nursing college (INC) affiliation, ANM college affiliation and GNM college affiliation
Physiotherapy college affiliation and optometry college affiliation
Dental college affiliation, Ayurveda college affiliation and homeopathy college affiliation
Skill India centre, PMKVY centre and NSDC partner affiliation for short healthcare skill courses
NIOS study centre affiliation and IGNOU study centre affiliation to add Class 12 and degree programmes
UGC and university affiliation for degree-level colleges
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A paramedical college can change your town and your future. You do not have to figure out the rules, the approvals or the admissions alone. Tell us your state, district and budget, and the Bivha team will send you an honest feasibility view and an indicative plan, with no obligation.
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