BMLT is specifically focused on medical laboratory technology and diagnostics, while Microbiology is a broader scientific field that studies microorganisms and their applications.
Candidates can look at the table below to see the comparison between the two.
Particulars | BMLT | Microbiology |
|---|---|---|
Course Level | UG | UG & PG |
Course Duration | 3 years | 2-3 years |
Course Fees | INR 35,000 - INR 55,000 (monthly) | Up to INR 10 Lakh |
Entrance Exams | CUET, LPU NEST, IPU CET, etc. | |
Popular Colleges | Vardhman Mahavir Medical College, Armed Forces Medical College, etc. | Alagappa University, Aligarh Muslim University, Bharathiar University, Calcutta University |
Job Profiles | LAB Technicians, Laboratory Managers, Railways Lab Assistants, R&D Lab Assistants, Assistant Professors, etc. | Bacteriologist, Mycologist, Parasitologist, Virologist, etc. |
Average Salary | INR 2 LPA - INR 4 LPA | Up to INR 20 lakh |
Top Recruiters | Government and private hospitals, Diagnostic Laboratories, Pharmaceutical laboratories, etc. | Food Industry, Beverage Industry, Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories, Environmental Agencies, Agriculture Industry, Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Industries |
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