Paramedical Courses in Bengaluru 2026 — Colleges, Fees and Admission Guide
Paramedical colleges in Bengaluru: MLT, OT Technology, Anesthesia, Cardiac Care, Perfusion, Radiology, Physiotherapy. Hospital-attached colleges, fees and admission.
Bengaluru hosts the largest concentration of paramedical and allied health colleges in Karnataka, with nearly every major specialisation — Medical Lab Technology, Operation Theatre Technology, Anesthesia Technology, Cardiac Care Technology, Perfusion Technology, Radiology, and Physiotherapy — available through hospital-attached colleges across the city. NEET is not required for any of these; admission runs through KCET or direct merit-based selection depending on the college.
| Colleges in Bengaluru | 20+ across all paramedical specialisations |
| Affiliating University | Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) |
| Regulatory Body | National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) |
| Entrance Exam | Varies by specialisation — KCET, direct merit, or college test |
| Fee Range | ₹10,000 to ₹3,50,000/year depending on course and quota |
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Major Hospital-Attached Colleges in Bengaluru
Bengaluru's paramedical colleges are overwhelmingly hospital-attached, meaning your training happens inside a genuinely functioning hospital rather than a standalone teaching facility. This matters directly for the quality of your clinical exposure:
| College | Attached Hospital | Notable For |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns Medical College — Allied Health Sciences | St John's Medical College (est. 1963) | NIRF-ranked, broad specialisation range |
| Vydehi Institute of Allied Health Sciences | Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences | 1,600-bed hospital, high patient volume |
| Narayana Hrudayalaya College of Allied Health Sciences | Narayana Health | World's largest cardiac surgery centre — ideal for Cardiac Care and Perfusion Technology |
| MS Ramaiah Allied Health Sciences | Ramaiah Medical College Hospital | Established faculty across most specialisations |
| RajaRajeswari College of Allied Health Sciences | RajaRajeswari Medical College (est. 2005) | Broad allied health course range |
| Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences — Allied Health | KIMS Hospital | Established government-linked medical college |
Specific to Cardiac Specialisations
If you're specifically targeting Cardiac Care, Perfusion Technology, or Anesthesia Technology, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Science on Bannerghatta Road — a dedicated cardiac-only government hospital established in 1972 and one of Asia's largest cardiology hospitals — offers genuinely unmatched cardiac case volume for training, alongside Narayana Hrudayalaya's own cardiac surgery scale.
Detailed Guides for Each Specialisation
- Medical Lab Technology (BMLS)
- Operation Theatre Technology
- Anesthesia Technology
- Cardiac Care Technology
- Perfusion Technology
- Radiology & Imaging Technology
- Physiotherapy (BPT)
Our complete paramedical courses comparison covers all specialisations side by side with fees and salary ranges if you're still deciding between them.
Living in Bengaluru While Studying
Most Bengaluru paramedical colleges offer hostel accommodation, and given how spread out the city is, choosing a college reasonably close to your preferred area — or confirming hostel availability upfront — genuinely affects your daily quality of life more than most students initially budget for. Traffic between distant parts of Bengaluru can turn what looks like a short commute on a map into a genuinely long daily journey.
Funding Your Education
If you're SC, ST, OBC, or minority-category, our SSP scholarship guide covers Karnataka's post-matric scholarship system, applicable across every paramedical specialisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the best paramedical college in Bengaluru?
It depends entirely on your specific specialisation — St John's and Vydehi offer broad course ranges, while Narayana Hrudayalaya and Sri Jayadeva are specifically strong for cardiac-focused specialisations given their genuinely higher cardiac case volumes.
Is NEET required for paramedical courses in Bengaluru?
No. Paramedical courses use KCET, direct merit-based admission, or college-specific tests depending on the course — NEET applies only to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, and BHMS.
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