Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) offers B.Sc Lateral Entry across 2 allied-health specializations, each a 3-year full-time degree. The lateral route lets diploma holders join at an advanced stage and finish faster. The published fee is INR 40,810 for every specialization. Admission is merit-based through the Karnataka state entrance exam or NEET UG, with clinical training inside BMCRI’s teaching hospital.
📋 Admission Status: The entrance exam was held in May 2026 and the merit list is being released in June 2026. Document verification follows in July 2026, with classes commencing in August 2026.
Key Points
- Lateral entry lets diploma holders skip the foundation year
- Specializations in Medical Laboratory Technology and Operation Theatre Techniques
- Clinical training inside BMCRI’s attached tertiary-care hospital
- Final-year clinical internship in live hospital departments
- Graduates qualify for technologist roles in diagnostics and surgery
BMCRI B.Sc Lateral Fees 2026
Both B.Sc Lateral specializations carry an identical published programme fee at BMCRI, reflecting its government fee structure. The total for the full 3-year degree is listed below.
- Fees is subject to change, please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
- Hostel charges, if opted, are payable separately.
BMCRI B.Sc Lateral Admission 2026
Admission is merit-based on the qualifying entrance score, followed by state counselling and document verification before enrollment.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Entrance Exam | May 2026 |
| Merit List Released | June 2026 |
| Counselling Period | June 2026 |
| Document Verification | July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| State Merit / NEET UG | April 2026 | May 2026 | June 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- 12th pass with PCB subjects and minimum 50 percent aggregate marks.
- Relevant diploma in the allied-health field for lateral entry.
- Qualifying score in the state entrance exam or NEET UG as applicable.
Admission Process
- Appear for the state entrance exam or NEET UG and obtain a merit rank.
- Register for state counselling and select college and specialization.
- Receive seat allotment based on merit and preferences.
- Complete document verification with original certificates.
- Pay the admission fee to confirm enrollment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders wanting a faster degree route
- Science students targeting allied-health technologist careers
- Aspirants for hospital and diagnostic-centre jobs
- Candidates wanting affordable government-college training
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for MBBS or a doctor role
- Wanting a research-focused science degree
- Needing management or non-clinical careers
- Seeking a purely theoretical programme
BMCRI B.Sc Lateral Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Merit Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000 | Outstanding entrance and academic scores |
| State Scholarship | Variable | Karnataka residents, SC/ST/OBC categories |
| Central Scholarship | As per Ministry norms | Eligible central government beneficiaries |
| Education Loan | Up to INR 15-20 Lakhs | Through authorized banks |
- Apply through the college office after admission.
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