University of Petroleum and Energy Studies

What you'll study

The curriculum aligns with NCAHP standards and emphasises practical laboratory competence. Core areas covered include:

• Biochemistry – biochemical analysis methods relevant to clinical diagnostics.
• Microbiology – identification and testing of infectious agents.
• Pathology – laboratory investigation of disease processes.
• Haematology – blood testing and interpretation for hematologic disorders.
• Immunology – immune testing and serology techniques.
• Molecular diagnostics – laboratory methods for nucleic acid based testing.
• Laboratory techniques, quality control and safety – routine laboratory operations, quality assurance and safe equipment handling.

Entry requirements

Eligible applicants must have passed Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate in five core subjects, with each core subject passed individually; Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB) are mandatory. Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement: for the Jun–Jul 2026 intake the minimum age is 17 years by 1 December 2026; for the Dec 2026–Jan 2027 intake the minimum age is 17 years by 1 June 2027.

Career prospects

Graduates gain technical and workplace‑ready skills for roles that support diagnosis, treatment and public health. Typical job titles and workplaces include:

• Medical Laboratory Technologist – hospitals and diagnostic laboratories, performing analysis of blood, urine, tissue and other samples.
• Microbiology Technologist – clinical microbiology labs identifying infectious organisms.
• Haematology Technologist – laboratories specialising in blood investigations.
• Histopathology Technologist – tissue processing and slide preparation to assist pathologists.
• Blood Bank Technologist – blood collection, testing, storage and transfusion services.
• Quality Assurance Executive – maintaining laboratory quality systems and regulatory compliance.
• Work settings: multispecialty hospitals, pathology chains, research institutes, public health laboratories, biotechnology and diagnostic companies.

Scholarships & funding angle

The course page does not specify scholarships; prospective applicants should consult UPES admissions for scholarships, fee waivers or external funding options. The programme page does list a total programme fee and notes collaboration with Virohan for internship and placement support, which can affect employability and return on investment.