Course Overview:
The DMLT course is a paramedical diploma program that trains students in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases through clinical laboratory tests. Students learn how to handle lab equipment, collect samples, analyze body fluids, and maintain lab records in a professional healthcare setting.

Eligibility Criteria:
Minimum Qualification: 10+2 (PUC) passed with Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology).
Minimum Marks: Generally, 40-50% aggregate in science subjects (may vary by institution).
Some institutions may also accept students who have passed equivalent vocational or pre-university courses in health sciences.

Course Duration:
2 Years full-time program
Some institutes may offer a 6-month or 1-year internship component

Subjects / Syllabus:
Here are common subjects covered during the DMLT program:
Year 1:
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Biochemistry
Pathology
Microbiology
Basics of Lab Equipment & Safety

Year 2:
Clinical Biochemistry
Hematology
Immunology and Serology
Histopathology & Cytology
Blood Banking & Transfusion Technology
Medical Ethics & Lab Management
(Internship/Practical training is usually included)

Career Opportunities:
After completing DMLT, students can work as:
Medical Lab Technician
Lab Assistant
Pathology Technician
Laboratory Manager (with experience)
Phlebotomist
Lab Technician in Blood Banks, Private Labs, and Government Hospitals

Average Salary (India):
Entry-level: ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 per month
With experience: ₹25,000 – ₹40,000+ per month

Placement & Scope:
Graduates can find employment in:
Diagnostic Labs
Hospitals (Private and Government)
Research Centers
Blood Banks
Pharmaceutical Companies
Public Health Laboratories