Vinayaka Missions University Salem B.Sc Cardiac Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or H.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from any recognized board. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination is required for general category students, while SC/ST candidates are eligible with 40%. The minimum age is 17 years on or before December 31 of the year of admission. No national entrance exam is mandatory for this programme.

Ans. The total academic fee for the 3-year B.Sc Cardiac Technology programme is INR 5,10,000, which works out to INR 1,70,000 per annum. This is higher than many other allied health B.Sc programmes at VMU, reflecting the specialised cardiac curriculum and equipment training involved. Hostel charges are additional. Figures are from 2025-26 and may be revised for 2026-27.

Ans. Admission is merit-based and conducted through VMRF’s Admission Monitoring Committee (AMC). Candidates apply online at vmrfdu.edu.in and a merit list is prepared based on 10+2 aggregate marks following NCAHP norms. Shortlisted candidates participate in the AMC counselling round at the Salem campus for document verification and seat confirmation upon fee payment.

Ans. Graduates work as cardiac technicians in cardiology departments, catheterisation laboratories, cardiac ICUs, and diagnostic centres. Roles include performing ECGs, echocardiograms, Holter monitoring, treadmill tests, and assisting during cardiac catheterisation procedures. Employment opportunities span government hospitals, private cardiac specialty hospitals, diagnostic chains, and cardiac rehabilitation centres across India and abroad.

Ans. Clinical training is conducted at Vinayaka Missions Kirupananda Variyar Medical College and Hospital (VMKVMC), a multi-specialty teaching hospital in Salem. Students gain hands-on exposure in the cardiology department, catheterisation laboratory, cardiac ICU, and cardiac diagnostics under the supervision of cardiologists and allied health faculty within the VMRF hospital complex in Salem.

Ans. Yes. Graduates can pursue M.Sc Cardiac Technology or M.Sc Cardiovascular Technology at institutions offering postgraduate allied health programmes. Advanced degrees open pathways to supervisory, teaching, and research roles in cardiology departments. Graduates with strong clinical experience can also seek roles in cardiac device companies or pursue certification in echocardiography and advanced cardiac imaging techniques.