Certificate in Medical Lab Technology (CMLT) Colleges in Nepal

Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (CMLT) Program: List of All Colleges in Nepal

The Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (CMLT) program, under the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT), is a three-year program designed to prepare skilled laboratory technicians.

Graduates of this program are trained to carry out diagnostic tests, assist in disease detection, and contribute to public health and clinical services in Nepal.

Each affiliated institution admits 40 students per intake, with scholarships available for eligible candidates.

Program Duration: 3 Years

Seats per Institution: 30 seats

Scholarship Seats: 10% of seats, or a maximum of 3 seats per institution, are reserved under the scholarship quota

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Programs and Minimum Educational Qualifications:

(a) For examinations conducted before the implementation of the letter grading system:

• Passed SLC or equivalent examination from a recognized educational institution with compulsory Mathematics, English, and Science.
• Alternatively, passed a related Technical SLC/Pre-Diploma program conducted by the Council with at least 68.33% of the total marks.

(b) For examinations conducted after the implementation of the letter grading system:

• Passed SEE or equivalent examination from a recognized educational institution with compulsory English, Mathematics, and Science, securing a minimum GPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 in aggregate.
• Alternatively, passed a related Technical SLC/Pre-Diploma program conducted by the Council with at least 68.33% of the total marks.

(c) Additional Provision:

• Students who have completed Pre-Diploma Level or Grade 9–10 Technical Stream or equivalent under CTEVT cannot enroll in a Diploma or Certificate Level program in the same field they have already studied.

Applicants are eligible if they meet one of the following:

• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in SLC/SEE or equivalent with compulsory Mathematics, English, and Science from a recognized institution

• Equivalent grades in Technical SLC/Pre-Diploma programs conducted by CTEVT

Required Documents

Applicants must include the following documents with their application:

• Two recent passport-size photographs (35mm x 45mm) with the applicant’s name and chosen program written on the back

• Copy of SEE/SLC or Technical SLC (Pre-Diploma)/Equivalent mark sheet and transcripts

• Copy of citizenship certificate or another valid identification issued by the Government of Nepal

• Recommendation letter from the concerned authority for full-fee reserved quota (if applicable)

• Proof of entrance examination fee payment as per the “Entrance Examination Conduct, Scholarship Distribution, and Admission Guidelines 2081”

Selection Method for Admission

The merit list of candidates will be determined based on the average Grade Point (GPA) obtained in the SEE examination. Additional weightage will be applied as follows:

• Candidates who passed SEE or SLC from government or community schools will receive a weightage of 1.0.

• Candidates who passed from institutional/private schools will receive a weightage of 0.85.

For those who completed SLC before the implementation of the letter grading system, the marks obtained will be converted into an equivalent GPA for the merit list.

Additional Provisions

1. If candidates secure the same GPA, priority will be given based on the final grade obtained in compulsory Mathematics, Science, and English in the SEE/SLC examination (in that order).

2. If the result is still tied, preference will be given to candidates who passed SEE/SLC from disadvantaged or remote regions.

3. If there is still a tie, the candidate with the earlier date of birth (older age) will be prioritized.

4. While filling out the online application form:

   • For SEE under the letter grading system, the grades for Mathematics, Science, and English must be entered.

   • For SLC before the grading system, marks obtained in all subjects must be entered.

5. For candidates under the pre-grading system, GPA will be calculated using the following formula:

GPA = Σ (Grade Point × Credit Hour) ÷ Total Credit Hour

• Selection on a merit basis for both scholarship and full-fee categories

Total Fees

• Rs. 337,000

Course Accreditation

The CMLT program is recognized by the Nepal Health Professional Council (NHPC). After completing the course, graduates must pass the licensing examination before starting professional practice.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the CMLT program can work in a wide range of health-related services, such as:

• Hospitals and diagnostic laboratories

• Clinics and community health centers

• Blood banks and transfusion centers

• Research and development institutions

• Government health services

• NGOs and INGOs in health and disease control programs

• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratories

Future Scope

The demand for qualified laboratory technicians continues to rise in Nepal and abroad. Graduates may pursue opportunities such as:

• Higher studies in medical laboratory sciences, public health, or related fields

• Specialization in areas such as microbiology, hematology, pathology, or clinical biochemistry

• Supervisory and leadership roles in laboratory services

• Participation in health research, diagnostics, and disease surveillance programs

• Employment in international laboratories and global health projects

Why Choose the CMLT Program?

Practical Curriculum

The course balances classroom learning with laboratory training, ensuring graduates are confident in performing diagnostic procedures.

National Accreditation

The program is accredited by the Nepal Health Professional Council, giving recognition for licensing and professional practice.

Scholarship Opportunities

Reserved scholarships help students from different backgrounds access the program with financial support.

Rising Demand

Laboratory technicians are essential in healthcare systems, with growing opportunities in both public and private sectors.

Pathway to Higher Studies

Completing the CMLT program allows students to continue into Bachelor’s and Master’s level laboratory or health science programs.

Skill Development

Students gain hands-on laboratory experience, preparing them to perform accurate diagnostic tests and handle advanced equipment.

Contribution to Public Health

Laboratory professionals play a vital role in disease detection and prevention, contributing directly to community health.

Global Opportunities

Nepali laboratory technicians are valued internationally, creating prospects for work in diagnostic labs and health organizations abroad.

List of Colleges Offering CMLT Program Affiliated with CTEVT

The Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) has approved the following institutions to operate the Certificate Level in Medical Laboratory Technology (CMLT) program for the academic session 2082/83. The province-wise list is as follows:

Koshi Province (24 Institutes)

• Aamda Institute of Health Science, Damak

• Kanchanjungha Institute of Health Sciences, Birtamod

• Life Line Hospital, Jhapa

• Damak Technical Education Foundation, Damak

• Ram Prasad Laxendra Technical Institute, Bhadrapur

• Siddhakali Technical Institute, Birtamod

• Damak Institute of Technology, Damak

• Birat Health College, Biratnagar, Morang

• Biratnagar Model College, Biratnagar

• Golden Park College, Biratnagar

• Koshi Health Institute, Biratnagar

• National Institute of Technology, Biratnagar

• Sagarmatha Technical Institute, Biratnagar

• Dhankuta Technical Institute, Itahari

• Millennium Technical Institute, Dhankuta

• Sunsari Technical College, Dharan

• Ambika Health Training School, Itahari, Sunsari

• Bijaypur Technical College, Dharan

• Purwanchal Science and Technology College, Itahari

• Triveni Technical Academy, Itahari

• Modern Institute of Health Science, Triyuga

• Triyuga National Education Academy, Gaighat

• Makalu Technical Institute, Khandbari

• Ilam Technical Institute, Ilam

Madhesh Province (13 Institutes)

• Gajendra Narayan Singh Memorial Foundation, Rautahat

• Chhinnamasta Education Academy, Rajbiraj

• Unique College of Medical Science and Hospital, Rajbiraj

• Jagdamba Technical Institute, Rajbiraj

• Model Medical Institute, Janakpur

• National Human Resource Development Academy, Janakpur

• Nepal Technical Institute, Janakpur

• Ram Janaki Technical Institute, Janakpur

• Shankar Technical Training Center, Janakpur

• Mahendra Institute of Medical Science, Janakpur

• Sharda Institute of Technology, Janakpur

• Rara Polytechnic Institute, Bardibas

• Chitragupta Institute of Technology, Bardibas

Bagmati Province (37 Institutes)

• School of Health Science, Bharatpur, Chitwan

• Alka Health Institute, Dhobighat

• Shankharapur Academy, Satdobato

• Asian College of Medical Science and Technology, Lalitpur

• Vinayak Technical Institute, Mahalaxmisthan, Lalitpur

• Nepal Institute of Medical Science and Technology, Gwarko

• Greentara College of Health Science, Bhainsepati, Lalitpur-25

• Yal Institute of Health Science, Lalitpur-14

• National Multiple College, Satdobato, Lalitpur

• Iwamura College of Health Science, Sallaghari

• School of Technical Education, Thimi

• Vinayak Health Care System, Bharatpur

• Chitwan Academy for Technical Education, Bharatpur

• Nepal Polytechnic Institute Training Center, Bharatpur

• NPI Narayani Community Health Institute, Bharatpur

• Royal Cancer Institute, Bharatpur, Chitwan

• Shri Chitwan College, Bharatpur

• Dolakha Health Technical College, Charikot, Dolakha

• Makwanpur Technical Institute, Hetauda

• Bagmati Institute of Technical Science, Koteshwor

• Kantipur Academy of Health Science, Tinkune

• Kantipur College of Medical Science, Sitapaila

• Kathmandu Model Hospital Institute of Health Sciences, Bagbazar

• Kathmandu Health Technical Institute, Ratopul

• Manmohan Memorial Institute of Medical Sciences, Soltimode

• Nepal Institute of Health Science, Gokarneshwor, Boudha

• Nepal Army Vocational Training Institute, Sanobharyang, Kathmandu

• Ojashwi Academy, Samakhushi

• School of Medical Sciences, KMC-16

• Shi-Gan Health Foundation, Maharajgunj

• Singh Academy, Samakhushi

• Victoria Technical College, Koteshwor

• Vinayak College of Health Science, Battisputali

• Yeti Science and Technical College, Maharajgunj

• Community Health Foundation, Koteshwor

• Om Sanjivani Diagnostic and Technical College, KMC-7

• Kantipur Community Health Service, Balaju

Gandaki Province (9 Institutes)

• Gandaki Technical Institute, Pokhara

• Kantipur Institute of Health Science, Pokhara

• Regional College of Health Science and Technology, Pokhara

• Pokhara Technical Training and Research Center, Pokhara

• Gorkha Science and Technical Education Cooperative Ltd., Gorkha

• Western Polytechnic Institute, Shuklagandaki

• Kalika Medical and Technical Institute, Kawasoti

• Kaligandaki Polytechnic Institute, Kawasoti

• Dhaulagiri Technical Education Foundation, Baglung Municipality-04

Lumbini Province (21 Institutes)

• Shahid Krishnasen “Ichchhuk” Polytechnic Institute, Ghorahi, Dang

• Tansen School of Nursing, Tansen, Palpa

• Bageshwari Health College, Nepalgunj-12, Banke

• College of Allied Health Science, Banke

• Kailpal Hospital and College, Nepalgunj

• Nepalgunj Health Campus, Nepalgunj

• Nepalgunj Technical College, Nepalgunj

• Novel Technical and Medical Sciences, Kohalpur, Banke

• Bheri College of Medical Science, Gulariya

• Dang Technical Institute, Tulsipur

• Nepal Sanjivani Institute of Health Science, Ghorahi-15

• Tulsipur Polytechnic Institute, Tulsipur, Dang

• Bagarbaba Polytechnic Institute, Lamahi, Dang

• Lumbini Institute of Technical Science, Butwal

• Mayadevi Technical College, Butwal

• Oxbridge International Academy, Butwal

• Western Health Science Foundation, Butwal

• Pratiman–Nima Memorial Health Institute, Bhairahawa

• Rambhadevi College of Medical Science, Butwal

• Kalika Multi Technical Institute, Tilottama, Rupandehi

• Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences, Taulihawa, Kapilvastu

Karnali Province (4 Institutes)

• Dailekh Technical School, Narayan

• Deuti Technical Training Institute, Birendranagar

• National Polytechnic Institute, Surkhet

• Chandan Nath Polytechnic Institute, Birendranagar

Sudurpaschim Province (6 Institutes)

• Mahakali Polytechnic Institute, Kanchanpur

• Khaptad Medical Studies and Health Sciences, Dhangadhi

• Navajeevan College of Nursing and Health Science, Dhangadhi

• Shaileshwori Farwest School of Health Science and Technology, Dhangadhi

• Farwest School of Medicine, Mahendranagar

• White Park College, Amargadhi