Brainware University Kolkata B.Sc {Lateral} Medical Laboratory Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) from a recognised institution with at least 50 percent aggregate marks. Diploma holders are admitted to the second year of the 3-year B.Sc programme through BET (Brainware Entrance Test) or merit shortlisting. SC and ST applicants from West Bengal may receive a 5-percent relaxation in the minimum aggregate requirement as per state norms.

Ans. The total 2-year fee for B.Sc Lateral (Medical Laboratory Technology) at Brainware University is INR 2,29,800, covering four semesters of tuition, examination, and university development charges. A compulsory 6-month internship follows, during which separate charges may apply. Hostel accommodation is available separately. Fees are paid semester-wise at the Barasat campus accounts office.

Ans. The B.Sc Lateral (Medical Laboratory Technology) curriculum at Brainware University covers haematology, clinical biochemistry, microbiology, blood banking techniques, histopathology, clinical pathology, laboratory instrumentation, quality control in clinical labs, and hospital infection control. From the second year, the curriculum is identical to the regular B.Sc third-semester content, including all laboratory practicals and clinical components. A mini-project or research paper in the final semester applies course concepts to practical healthcare problems.

Ans. B.Sc Lateral (Medical Laboratory Technology) graduates from Brainware University work as Medical Laboratory Technicians, Clinical Lab Analysts, Blood Bank Technicians, Microbiology Lab Assistants, and Pathology Lab Supervisors at government hospitals, private diagnostic labs, blood banks, and pathology centres in West Bengal and nationally. The B.Sc degree from a UGC-recognised university also enables graduates to apply for M.Sc programmes in the relevant field, opening pathways to research and senior clinical roles in the healthcare sector.

Ans. B.Sc Lateral (Medical Laboratory Technology) at Brainware University admits Diploma holders directly to the second year of the 3-year B.Sc programme, completing the degree in 2 years plus a 6-month internship. Regular B.Sc entry is for 10+2 PCB students who complete 3 years plus a longer internship. The lateral route is ideal for Diploma holders who want an undergraduate degree without repeating their first-year foundation coursework.

Ans. West Bengal domicile students enrolled in B.Sc Lateral (Medical Laboratory Technology) at Brainware University with family income below INR 2.5 lakhs per year may apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship. SC and ST students can access post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal. Brainware University’s own merit scholarship of up to INR 30,000 per year may also be available for eligible students based on qualifying Diploma performance.