श्री चित्रा तिरुनाल आयर्ु विज्ञान और प्रौद्योचिकी संस्थान, त्रत्रवेंद्रम

केरल– 695 011, भारत

(एक राष्ट्रीय महत्व का संस्थान, ववज्ञान एवं प्रौद्योगिकी ववभाि, भारत सरकार)

SREE CHITRA TIRUNAL INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL

SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY, TRIVANDRUM
KERALA - 695011, INDIA
(An institution of National importance, Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India)

र्ववरण पत्रत्रका
PROSPECTUS

शैक्षणिक काययक्रम
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

सत्र-2024
SESSION - 2024

www.sctimst.ac.in

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 CONTENTS Page No.
Introduction 3
Summary of the Programs on offer 5
Fee structure 6
I. Post Doctoral Programs on offer 7
- No. of seats, duration and eligibility 7
- Method of selection 9
- Salary/Stipend 9
II. Post Graduate (PG) programs on offer 10
- No. of seats, duration and eligibility 10
- Details of courses offered 10
- Admission Process 10
- Method of selection 10
- Salary/Stipend 10
Important Dates for Post Doctoral and PG Programs 11
III. Integrated MD-PhD and DM/MCh-PhD programs 12
- Details of integrated PhD program 13
- Method of selection 16
IV. PDF programs on offer 26
- Details of PDF programs 27
- Salary/Stipend 28
V. Post Doctoral Certificate Course 29
- Method of Selection 29
VI. PG Diploma/Diploma/Advanced Certificate programs 30
- Specialty Nursing Programs 30
- Stipend 33
- Method of selection 35
Important dates for PDF/Diploma programs 37
Special Information 38
VII. PhD programs 41
VIII. Master of Public Health Program 51
IX. Diploma in Public Health Program 52
Sponsored Candidates 54
Foreign Nationals 54
Joint programs of SCTIMST 56
Affiliated programs of SCTIMST 58
Application Procedure 61
Anti-ragging Affidavit 64
Important Contact addresses 67
Heads of Departments/Divisions 68
Student Reservation and Equal Opportunity Cell 69
Students Grievance and Redressal Committee 70
Bond format for residents 75
Bond format for diploma students 79
Bond format for PhD (SCTIMST fellowship holders) 83
Undertaking format of candidate and parent regarding anti-ragging 86

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 INTRODUCTION

S
ree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
(SCTIMST) is an Institution of National Importance with the status of
a University under the Department of Science and Technology,
Govt. of India by an Act of Parliament (Act 52 of 1980). The joint
culture of medicine and technology that the Institute pioneered more than four
decades ago has come of age and gained unprecedented acceptance in India.
The Institute focuses on advanced super specialty postgraduate training programs
in medical specialties and health research of social relevance and the development of
high-quality, medical devices and technology of industrial significance. The
emphasis is on the development of key areas that are less readily available in
the country such as interventional radiology, interventional stroke care, cardiac
electrophysiology, advanced cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, surgery for
epilepsy, micro neurosurgery, deep brain stimulation for movement disorders,
development of new biomedical devices and products, evaluation of medical
devices to global specifications as well as initiating new academic programs
and health science research and training.

The Institute has three wings – the Hospital Wing, the Biomedical
Technology Wing and the Achutha Menon Centre for Health Science
Studies Wing. Excellent research and learning opportunities are available at
these wings. The Institute has a dedicated team of clinicians, scientists, and
engineers devoted to high-quality medical research, biomedical research
technological development, and public health research.

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The Institute’s objectives are:

• Promote biomedical engineering and technology.

• Provide and demonstrate high standards of patient care in advanced
medical specialties.
• Develop innovative postgraduate training programs of the highest
quality in advanced medical specialties and biomedical engineering
and technology.
• Participate in public health reforms through research, training, and
interventions.

The Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology Act, 1980,
empowers the Institute to offer post-graduate programs in medical sciences
and biomedical engineering and stipulates that the medical degrees and
diplomas granted by the Institute shall be recognized medical qualifications for
the purpose of the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act, 2019
Erstwhile Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 and that they shall be deemed
to be included in the Schedule to that Act. As per the notification by the
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in the Gazette of India, dated 14th of
November 2022, the name of SCTIMST was included in the Schedule of the
NMC Act, 2019. As per Section 37(1) of the National Medical Commission
Act, 2019 (No. 30 of 2019) the medical qualifications granted by any
statutory or other body in India, which are covered by the categories listed
in the Schedule shall be recognized medical qualifications for the purposes
of this Act.

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 PROGRAMS ON OFFER - SESSION 2024
Postdoctoral Programs 3. Diploma in Neuro- Nursing (DNN)
1. DM Cardiology 4. Diploma in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (DAMIT)
2. DM Neurology 5. Diploma in Operation Theatre & Anaesthesia Technology (DOTAT)
3. DM Neuroimaging and Interventional Neuroradiology 6. PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology (PGDCLT)
4. DM Cardiovascular Imaging and Vascular Interventional Radiology 7. PG Diploma in Neuro Technology (PGDNT)
5. DM Cardiothoracic & Vascular Anaesthesia 8. PG Diploma in Medical Records Science (PGDMRS)
6. DM Neuroanaesthesia 9. PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion (PGDCP)

7. MCh Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery 10. PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology (PGDBBT)
8. MCh Neurosurgery (after MS) Advanced Certificate Program
9. MCh Vascular Surgery/ 1. Advanced Certificate Program in Physiotherapy in Neurological Sciences
(ACP-PN)
10 Integrated MD-PhD, DM-PhD and MCh-PhD program 2. Advanced Certificate Program in Physiotherapy in Cardiovascular
Sciences (ACP-PC)
11. Post Doctoral Fellowship (Post DM/MCh/DNB) OTHER PROGRAMS
12. Post Doctoral Certificate Course in Transfusion Transmitted Disease Joint Programs with IIT Madras & CMC Vellore
Testing
13. Post Doctoral Certificate Course in Hospital Infection Control 1. Master of Technology (M Tech) in Clinical Engineering
14. Post Doctoral Certificate Course in Neuropathology 2. PhD (Biomedical Devices and Technology)
Postgraduate/PhD Programs Affiliated Programs Conducted at other Centres
1. MD Transfusion Medicine A. ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai
2. Master of Public Health (MPH) 1. Master of Public Health [(MPH) (Epidemiology and Health Systems)]
3. PhD B. Christian Medical College, Vellore
Diploma/PG Diploma Programs 1. Master of Science (Bioengineering)
1. Diploma in Public Health (DPH) 2. PhD (Bioengineering/Biomedical Sciences/Health Sciences)
2. Diploma in Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nursing (DCTN) 3. Master of Public Health (MPH)

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 FEE STRUCTURE (in INR)
Particulars Postdoctoral courses PhD and PG Diploma/
(PDF /DM/MCh/ Integrated PhD MPH DPH Diploma/
PDCC/MD) (4th & 5th year) Advanced
Certificate
Program in
Physiotherapy
Application fee 1,500 (1200*) 800 (640*)
2,000 (1,600*) (for PDF) 1,500 (1200*) 1,500 (1200*)
Admission fee 2,000 2,000 1,000 1,000 500
Tuition Fee 63,000 (per year) 20,000 (per year) 1,10,000 (for 2 years - 10,000 per year (for
40,000 (For first - Non-sponsored Diploma/PG
Extraordinary independent Diploma Programs)
extension) students) 1,000 per year (for
60,000 (For second 2,00,000 (for 2 years Advanced Certificate
Extraordinary – sponsored students) Program in
extension) Physiotherapy)
Course Fee - - 2,00,000 -
Caution Deposit 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000

Examination Fee: Part-I 2,000 - 1,000 250

Part-II 10,000 -
Comprehensive Exam - 6,000 - -
Thesis Evaluation Fee 1,500 15,000 - -
Identity Card 220 220 220 220 220
Library 1,000 1,000 500 500 200
Student Welfare Fund 1,000 1,000 500 500 200
Certificates 1,000 1,000 1,000 500 200
Miscellaneous Fee 10,000 - - 5,000
Hostel Fee 20,000 per year Hostel facilities
not available
*for SC/ST candidates.
Fee will be revised by the Institute every year. The fee once paid will not be refunded.
Eligible candidates can apply for e-grantz scheme of Govt. of Kerala for fee/Scholarships

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 A. DETAILS OF POSTDOCTORAL AND POSTGRADUATE COURSES
OFFERED IN HOSPITAL WING
The postdoctoral courses being conducted in the hospital wing are:
 Super specialty DM/MCh courses (3-year duration)
 Integrated MD-PHD, DM-PhD, and MCh-PhD (5-year duration)
 Postdoctoral Fellowship (One-year duration)
 Postdoctoral certificate course (One-year duration)
 Postgraduate MD (3-year duration)

I. POSTDOCTORAL PROGRAMS (SUPER SPECIALTY) ON

OFFER- SESSION 2024

Overview of the number of seats, duration and eligibility of

DM/MCh courses

Program Number of Seats Duration Qualifications

General Sponsored (Year) required
quota seats
*MD/DNB in Gen.
Medicine/Paediatrics
DM Cardiology 8 3 3
/Equivalent degree
recognized by NMC
MD/DNB in Gen.
Medicine/Paediatrics
DM Neurology 6 3 3
/Equivalent degree
recognized by NMC
MD/DNB Radiology/
DM Neuroimaging and
Radiodiagnosis/
Interventional 4 1 3
Equivalent degree
Neuroradiology
recognized by NMC
DM Cardiovascular MD/DNB Radiology/
Imaging and Vascular Radiodiagnosis/
3 1 3
Interventional Equivalent degree
Radiology recognized by NMC
MD/DNB in
DM Cardiothoracic & Anaesthesia/
8 3 3
Vascular Anaesthesia Equivalent degree
recognized by NMC
MD/DNB in
Anaesthesia/
DM Neuroanaesthesia 7 2 3
Equivalent degree
recognized by NMC
MS/DNB in Gen.
MCh Cardiovascular & Surgery/
6 2 3
Thoracic Surgery Equivalent degree
recognized by NMC
MS/DNB in Gen.
Surgery/Equivalent
MCh Vascular Surgery 1 0 3
degree recognized by
NMC
MCh Neurosurgery 4 2 3 MS/DNB in Gen.
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(After MS) Surgery/Equivalent
degree recognized by
NMC
*One seat in DM Cardiology is normally reserved for candidates with MD in Paediatrics or its
equivalent qualification. However, in the absence of suitable candidates, the seat will be filled
from the list of candidates with MD/DNB in General Medicine.

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for Admission

A. DM COURSES

DM Cardiology and DM Neurology

MD in General Medicine or Paediatrics from an Indian university
recognized by erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI) / National Medical
Commission (NMC) or Diplomate of the National Board (DNB) in General
Medicine/Paediatrics or any equivalent degree recognized by NMC/
erstwhile MCI.
DM Neuroimaging & Interventional Neuroradiology and DM
Cardiovascular Imaging and Vascular Interventional Radiology
MD in Radiodiagnosis from an Indian university recognized by erstwhile
MCI/National Medical Commission (NMC) or Diplomate of the National
Board (DNB) in Radiology/Radiodiagnosis or any equivalent degree
recognized by NMC/ erstwhile MCI.
DM Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anaesthesia and DM Neuroanaesthesia
MD in Anaesthesia or equivalent from an Indian university recognized by
erstwhile MCI/ National Medical Commission (NMC) or Diplomate of the
National Board (DNB) in Anaesthesia or any equivalent degree recognized
by National Medical Council (NMC)/ erstwhile MCI.

B. MCh COURSES

MCh Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, Vascular surgery, Neurosurgery

MS in General Surgery from an Indian university recognized by erstwhile

MCI/ National Medical Commission (NMC) or Diplomate of the National
Board in General Surgery or any equivalent degree recognized by NMC/
erstwhile MCI.

Note: The candidates must have completed the requisite qualification, degree
and tenure by 31.01.2024 for the January batch, and 31.07.2024 for the July
batch The candidates who are likely to complete their requisite
qualification, degree and tenure after the above date will not be eligible to
appear in this examination. Furnishing wrong information by the candidate
will be subjected to disciplinary actions or denial of admission.

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UPPER AGE LIMIT
Forty years (as of 1st January 2024 for the January session and 1st July
2024 for July session). Age relaxation of five years is applicable for SC/ST
candidates, sponsored candidates, and for qualified Ex-service personnel
with a service of not less than five years.

Kerala State Medical Councils (KSMC)/Travancore Cochin Medical Council

(TCMC) Registration

KSMC/TCMC Registration is mandatory. The candidate should have applied

for registration with KSMC/TCMC at the time of admission at SCTIMST and
must submit the registration certificate to the Division of Academic Affairs,
SCTIMST for confirmation of admission.

METHOD OF SELECTION

The selection of the candidates for the course is through the counseling based
on the rank list of the entrance examination of the INI-SS (Institutes of
National Importance-Super Specialty) conducted by the AIIMS, New Delhi and
further verification of certificates and other credentials/documents by
SCTIMST. For further details on the entrance exam, admission and selection
process, please visit the following website: http://www.aiimsexams.ac.in .

Salary/Stipend (per month in Rupees) (Except for Sponsored candidates)

Program Duration Scale of pay / Stipend

in INR per month
DM & MCh 3 Years 1st year - 74000 + *
2nd year – 76200 + *
3rd year – 78500 + *
*Applicable HRA, NPA, DA & DA on TA as per Institute Rules.

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 II. POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS ON OFFER - SESSION 2024
1. MD in Transfusion Medicine

NUMBER OF SEATS, DURATION AND ELIGIBILITY

Number of Seats
Duration Qualifications
Program Non- Sponsored (Year) required
sponsored
MD in Transfusion 2 MBBS or
1 3
Medicine (UR) equivalent degree

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for Admission

MBBS degree or an equivalent degree from a recognized university (Medical
Council of India/National Medical Commission) with a one-year compulsory
rotatory internship from a medical college of repute. The candidates must have
completed the requisite qualification, degree and tenure by 31.01.2024 for
January session and 31.07.2024 for the July session. The candidates who are
likely to complete their requisite qualification, degree and tenure after the
above date will not be eligible to appear in this examination. Furnishing wrong
information by the candidate will be subjected to disciplinary actions or denial
of admission. The candidate should have applied for and obtained registration
with KSMC/ TCMC at the time of admission at SCTIMST.
Reservation
Reservation will be followed as per Government of India norms.
UPPER AGE LIMIT
Forty years (as of 1st January 2024 for January session and 1st July 2024
for July session), relaxable by five years for SC/ST candidates, sponsored
candidates and for qualified Ex-service personnel with a service of not less
than five years.
Admission Process
The selection of the candidates for the course is through the counselling based
on the rank list in the INI-CET (Institutes of National Importance-Common
Entrance Test) conducted by the AIIMS, New Delhi and verification of
certificates and other credentials/documents by SCTIMST. For further details
on the entrance exam, admission and selection process, please visit the
following website: https://www.aiimsexams.org
Salary/stipend (per month in Rupees) (Except for Sponsored candidates)
Program Duration Scale of pay / Stipend
in INR per month
MD (Transfusion Medicine) 3 Years 61300 +*
* Applicable HRA, NPA, DA & DA on TA as per Institute Rules

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 IMPORTANT DATES – POST DOCTORAL AND PG PROGRAMS
FOR THE ACADEMIC SESSION – JANUARY 2024

Admission Notification

Online application website

As per the prospectus, part A of INI-SS/INI-CET

Availability of online Application

Status of Application & Rejected application with reason for

rejection. Applicants are required to check status through the
Registration Status of My Page after Login.
Last date for submission of required documents for
Regularization of Rejected Application. No Correspondence will
be entertained after given date under any circumstances and
candidates are requested NOT TO CONTACT the Examination
Section.
Last date for Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of
India to forward an approval regarding “No Objection” to the
Foreign National.
Finalization of Centres and allotment of Roll Nos/Admit Card
on website.

Hall ticket download

Written Test through online (CBT) mode

Expected date of declaration of Result (for all INIs)

Commencement of courses at SCTIMST 01.01.2024

Director’s welcome address 06.01.2024

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 III. INTEGRATED MD-PhD, DM-PhD & MCh-PhD PROGRAM
The purpose of starting the Integrated MD-PhD, DM-PhD, and MCh-PhD
program is to create a new generation of medical specialists called ‘Physician-
Scientists’ in the country. The concept of Physician-Scientists, a well-
established program in the Western world, aims to bridge the chasm between
patient care and research, define problems in patient care, and through
research help in improving patient care. The curriculum of the above-mentioned
course integrates clinical skill training of the MD/DM/MCh courses with high-
quality research skills of the PhD program. This will enable the residents to be
better academicians in clinical work and research and help them to become PhD
guides of the future.

The eligibility, method of selection, conduct, and syllabus for the MD-PhD, DM-
PhD and MCh-PhD programs offered by the institute is given below. The course
is a continuous five-year program. The program is divided into two phases. The
first phase, i.e., the initial three years, follows the syllabus of MD/DM/MCh
program, including clinics, and is a mandatory requirement. The second phase,
i.e., 4th and 5th years are devoted to research leading to PhD.

1. Objectives of the Program

The proposed objectives of this new program are:

 To train those eligible doctors pursuing the highest clinical training to do

advanced research.
 To enable the doctors to gain research exposure in the wide range of
specialties offered at our institute such as medical science, public health,
biomedical engineering, and technology.
 To integrate the clinical and research fields, allowing an effective
utilization of training and resources, thereby reducing the duration of the
course when separately done.
 To increase the research output of the country.
 To fulfill the Institute’s stated objectives, namely,
o Promote biomedical engineering and technology.
o Provide and demonstrate high standards of patient care in
advanced medical specialties.
o Develop innovative postgraduate training programs of the highest
quality in advanced medical specialties and biomedical engineering
and technology.
o Participate in public health reforms through research, training, and
interventions.

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2. Program Flowchart

A flow chart showing the design of the program is given below:

3. Eligibility for Admission

For admission to the integrated MD-PhD, DM-PhD, and MCh-PhD programs, the
candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

3.1. Need to Be a Resident of SCTIMST

Admission to the integrated programs is restricted to first-year residents
admitted to the regular MD/DM/MCh program of SCTIMST. To get admitted to
the integrated PhD program, the resident must get enroll in the integrated PhD
program after qualifying the prescribed selection process within 6 months of
joining the MD/DM/MCh program of SCTIMST.

3.2. Educational Qualifications

Various integrated programs available and the educational qualifications
required for admission to these programs are listed in the table below:

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Name of the Eligibility criteria
program
 First-year resident of MD (Transfusion Medicine).
 MBBS degree or an equivalent degree from a recognized
Integrated university (Medical Council of India/National Medical
MD-PhD Commission recognized or an Institute of National Importance)
with a one-year compulsory rotatory internship from a medical
college of repute.
 First-year resident of DM (Cardiology/Neurology).
 MD in General Medicine or Paediatrics from an Indian
university recognized by the erstwhile Medical Council of India
(MCI) / National Medical Commission (NMC) or Diplomate of
the National Board (DNB) in General Medicine/Paediatrics or
any equivalent degree recognized by NMC/erstwhile MCI/ an
Institute of National Importance.
 First-year resident of DM (Cardiothoracic and Vascular
Anaesthesia/Neuroanaesthesia).
 MD in Anaesthesia or equivalent from an Indian university
recognized by erstwhile MCI/ National Medical Commission
Integrated (NMC) or Diplomate of the National Board (DNB) in
DM-PhD Anaesthesia or any equivalent degree recognized by National
Medical Council (NMC)/erstwhile MCI/or any equivalent
degree recognized by NMC/erstwhile MCI/an Institute of
National Importance.
 First-year resident of DM (Neuroimaging and Interventional
Neuroradiology/Cardiac Radiology).
 MD in Radiodiagnosis from an Indian university recognized
by erstwhile MCI/ National Medical Commission (NMC) or
Diplomate of the National Board (DNB) in
Radiology/Radiodiagnosis or any equivalent degree
recognized by NMC/erstwhile MCI/an Institute of National
Importance.
 First-year resident of MCh (Neurosurgery/Cardiothoracic and
Vascular surgery (CVTS)/Vascular surgery).
 MS in General Surgery from an Indian university recognized
Integrated
by erstwhile MCI/National Medical Commission (NMC) or
MCh-PhD
Diplomate of the National Board in General Surgery or any
equivalent degree recognized by NMC/erstwhile MCI/an
Institute of National Importance.

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3.3. KSMC/TCMC Registration
The candidate should have applied for registration with Kerala State Medical
Councils (KSMC)/Travancore Cochin Medical Council (TCMC) at the time of
admission at SCTIMST and must submit the registration certificate within two
months of joining the program. KSMC/TCMC registration is mandatory for
confirmation of admission.

3.4. Upper Age Limit

The upper age limit is forty years as per joining date of MD/ DM/MCh
program(as of 1st January 2024 for January Batch and 1st July 2024 for
July Batch). Age relaxation of five years is applicable for SC/ST candidates,
sponsored candidates, and qualified ex-service personnel with a service of
not less than five years.

4. Duration of the Programs

The total duration of the integrated MD-PhD, DM-PhD & MCh-PhD programs
will be five years, of which the initial three years will be spent by the candidate
undertaking the MD/DM/MCh program. The final two years will spend
pursuing the PhD through research work. During the 4th and 5th years, the time
spent on research and patient care services would be in the ratio of 70:30. The
residents pursuing the integrated programs shall submit their PhD thesis for
evaluation, two years after the completion of their MD/DM/MCh program. The
maximum duration to submit the thesis is six years after MD/DM/MCh
program. No further extension will be provided for thesis submission after 6
years. The fellowship for doing PhD will be provided only for two successive
years consecutively after the completion of the MD/DM/MCh program. The
candidate will also not be permitted to pursue the 30% clinical work within
his/her parent department after the two-year term following enrolling in the
PhD program is over.

In the integrated program, the residents are expected to complete their PhD
coursework during their MD/DM/MCh tenure and undertake the
comprehensive viva-voce examination for securing admission, soon after
completion of MD/DM/MCh program. They will not be required to further
undertake the comprehensive written institute test to secure a placement into
the PhD program.

It may be noted that during the first three years of the integrated PhD program,
the rules and regulations pertaining to the MD/DM/MCh programs (i.e., fee
structure, curriculum, postings, clinical work, resident evaluation,
examinations, etc.) will be followed as per the institute rules and guidelines of
the respective programs.

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5. Number of Seats
For residents admitted in July 2024 session the one seat each is available in
Cardiology, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery,
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anaesthesia, Cardiac imaging and vascular
interventional Radiology and Neuroimaging and interventional Neuroradiology.

6. Method of Selection
6.1 Selection for MD/DM/MCH courses

The admission of the candidates to the MD/DM/MCh programs is based on the

selection criteria laid down in the entrance examination of the INI-CET
(Institutes of National Importance-Common Entrance Test) and the INI-SS
(Institutes of National Importance-Super Specialty) conducted by the All India
Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, and following further
verification of certificates and other credentials/documents by SCTIMST. For
further details on the entrance exam, admission, and selection process, please
visit the following website: http://www.aiimsexams.ac.in

6.2 Selection to Integrated MD-PhD/DM-PhD/MCh-PhD programs

Only the first-year residents who have joined the MD/DM/MCh program at
SCTIMST are eligible for pursuing the integrated program. For pursuing the
integrated program, they must get enrolled within 6 months of joining the
MD/DM/MCh program via the institute’s PhD admission process.

The eligible candidates who wish to join the integrated program shall fill in the
application form for the integrated course through the online mode. Candidates
shall upload a Research Proposal (about 1000 words) and a Statement of
Purpose for undertaking a research career (about 300 to 500 words) while
submitting their applications.

The topic for the research area for PhD should be different from the dissertation
topic of the MD/DM/MCh program. The guides for the two programs
(MD/DM/MCh and the PhD) shall mandatorily be different. Both of them,
however, will be assigned to the candidate during the first year itself of his/her
pursuing the MD/DM/MCh program. Collaborative research proposals related
to biomedical technology, public health, or interdisciplinary clinical areas of the
institute would be given priority for the integrated PhD selection.

The selection for the integrated PhD program will be done through a
comprehensive viva-voce examination for securing admission, soon after
completion of MD/DM/MCh program.

A rank list consisting of selected and waitlist candidates will be published based
on the performance in the interview for each department. From those

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departments that conduct two different DM/MCh courses like Anesthesia,
Radiology, and CVTS, only one candidate per specialty will be permitted to
register for the integrated program. Once short-listed for integrated PhD, the
cut-off date for joining the program shall not exceed thirty days.

The DM/MCh candidates admitted in the January batch have to appear for the
selection of PhD in the July session of the same year. In departments where the
seat of the integrated PhD program was not filled by the January batch of
residents, and if the DM/MCh candidates are admitted to the department in
July session of INI-SS/INI-CET, the candidates can be allowed to appear in the
interview in the next year’s January session. However, if the integrated PhD seat
is already filled in the June PhD interview by the candidate who joined the
department in January that year and the candidate has joined the integrated
course, then the department will not be allowed to recruit another candidate
from that year’s batch in the next January session selection until an increase in
seats is approved by statutory bodies of the institute.

The Institute reserves its right to shortlist candidates based on the applicant's
academic merit and scientific records and the availability of research guides
during that year.

The list of recognized guides and their areas of research interest is available at:
[https://www.sctimst.ac.in/Academic%20and%20Research/Academic/Guidelin
es,%20Manuals,%20Forms/resources/PhD_Guides_list_Dec_2021.pdf]

7. Fee Structure

For the first three years, the yearly prescribed institute fees need to be paid by
the residents for the MD/DM/MCh program. The fee details for PhD program
are as follows:
Particulars Fee, INR
Application fee (to be paid at the time of submitting the 1,500
application) (1200*)
Admission fee (to be paid at the time of registration to PhD 2,000
program)
Tuition Fee (to be paid after MD/DM/MCh program - payable 20,000
on the 4 and 5 years of the program)
th th (per year)
Comprehensive Examination (to be paid at the time of 6,000
submitting the application for comprehensive examination)
Thesis Evaluation Fee (to be paid at the time of submitting the 15,000
thesis)
*for SC/ST candidates

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The fee may be revised by the Institute periodically. The fee once paid will not
be refunded. The fee for the fourth year needs to be paid immediately after
completion of the MD/DM/ MCh program.

8. Salary Payable
The integrated MD/DM/MCh-PhD candidates will be paid the salary of the
third-year senior resident of the institute for the 4th and 5th Year. No private
practice or other employment will be allowed during the entire program. PhD
fellowship will be provided for two years after the completion of MD/DM/MCh
program (provided the candidate has successfully cleared the comprehensive
viva voce examination for entry into the integrated PhD program) and no
fellowship will be provided after completion of the 5th year tenure of the
integrated program.

9. Bond
The candidate may have to undertake a mandatory bond for the MD/DM/MCh
programs based on government rules and regulations. The period of PhD
program will not overlap with the mandatory bond period (if relevant) applicable
for the MD/DM/MCh programs. However, the bond will not be required for
the PhD program. The candidate may be allowed to opt out of the integrated
PhD immediately after completion of the MD/ DM/MCh programs if he/she
wishes to do so, with appropriate reason.

10. Work Distribution

The integrated PhD is a full-time program and those enrolled will not be allowed
to pursue other employments or engage in private practice. During the first
three years the candidate will complete the MD/DM/MCh course along with
PhD course work. It is permissible for the candidate to spend at least 30% of
time in clinical work in the 4th and 5th year in the department of their
specialty; and, 70% of the time during the 4th and 5th years will be exclusively
reserved for the PhD research work.

11. Registration for the Integrated PhD Program

Candidates who have qualified for admission to the integrated PhD program are
encouraged to meet the recognized guides and decide to join with one of them
based on their areas of interest and the available facilities. The list of research
guides along with their areas of specialization is available on the Institute
website. A topic of research that falls in line with the interests of the Institute
may be submitted to the Division of Academic Affairs along with the ‘Acceptance
Letter’ of the research guide for the process of registration.
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(Format of the Registration form is available on the website under the link:
https://www.sctimst.ac.in/Academic%20and%20Research/Academic/Guidelines
,%20Manuals,%20Forms/ .

12. Structure of the Integrated PhD Program

12.1. Coursework, seminars, credit distribution, and examinations

Coursework is an integral part of the PhD program. The minimum required

credits for the PhD coursework is fourteen. This includes 2 credits acquired
through seminars. Each credit requires 15 hours of classroom teaching or 30
hours of practical (clinical/wet lab) work.

The required courses are divided into two types:

a) Mandatory courses: A scholar shall acquire 8 credits from the mandatory

courses. The course in ‘Research Methodology’ offered by the Institute will be
mandatory.

b) Optional courses: In addition to the ‘Research Methodology’ course, students

will be expected to attend courses related to their field of research. They shall
acquire 4 credits by clearing optional courses. During the first three years, the
scholar may complete all the mandatory (8 credits) and optional (4 credits)
courses.

Six seminars related to the topic of research shall be presented by the scholar
and the candidate shall acquire 2 credits through them. The schedule and the
topics for the seminars will be decided by the Doctoral Advisory Committee
(DAC). These seminars may be completed during the first 3 years.

During the fourth and fifth years, 70% of their time shall be dedicated to the
research, participating in wet laboratory activities, presenting seminars, etc.
They shall spend 30% of their time for engaging in clinical work.

The scholar shall complete the PhD coursework in two phases, as shown in the
table and flow chart below:

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 Phase Coursework and Examinations to clear Other research
credits related work
Phase 1 The candidate is (1) Examination for 12 The candidate is
(1st, 2nd expected to credits of PhD course expected to finalize
and 3rd acquire 14 credits: work. the PhD guide, co-
years) 8 credits from (2) Internal guide, Doctoral
mandatory assessment (theory) of Advisory Committee
courses and 4 MD/DM/MCh. Some of and the topic; and,
credits from the internal obtain Internal
optional courses examinations will be Ethical Committee
related to considered valid for (IEC) and other
research topic. clearing of optional clearances (if
(Work courses of the PhD required).
distribution: 40% program.
from theory & (3) Objective
60% from clinical Structured Clinical
skill training). Examination (OSCE)
Acquire 2 credits: for clinical skills (for
Six seminars DM/MCh).
related to the (4) Part 1 and Part 2
topic of PhD- exams to continue for
related work. MD/DM/MCh.
Phase 2 Comprehensive The candidate is
(4th and 5th examination expected to spend
years 30% of the time in
clinical work in the
parent department
and the remaining
70% of the time to
conduct PhD
research work; and,
complete the
research objectives,
fulfill the
mandatory
requirements of the
PhD degree,
conduct the
colloquium, and
submit the thesis.

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12.2. Doctoral Advisory Committee and progress evaluation

Doctoral Advisory Committee (DAC) will be formed for the student within one
month from the date of registration to the PhD program. The DAC shall monitor
the progress made by the scholar in his/her PhD research work. DAC may
review the following:

1. Log book - Details of the courses attended, seminars presented and

examinations passed will be recorded.
2. Coursework - The student has to score a minimum of 50% marks for each
module to qualify for the credits of that module.
3. Seminars - Objective evaluation system will be used for the evaluation of
seminars, and the evaluation will be done by the faculty/guide.

The Guide and DAC may encourage the student to attend more courses as per
the requirement of the specific research area. Semi-annual reports have to be
submitted by the student to the Division of Academic Affairs through the DAC.
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The details of the courses completed and a soft copy of the seminars may be
submitted to the Division of Academic Affairs prior to the comprehensive
examination.
12.3 Comprehensive examination
The student shall appear for the comprehensive viva voce examination to
continue with the PhD program soon after the completion of the MD/DM/MCh
degree. The comprehensive examination may be cleared preferably by the 37th or
38th month from the date of registration for the MD/DM/MCh program. For the
evaluation, an oral test (to assess his/her basic knowledge of the subject and
research methodology) will be conducted. The assigned PhD Guide may initiate
the process for the conduct of the comprehensive examination. A minimum
score of 60% is required to pass the comprehensive viva voce test for admission
to the PhD course after clearing the MD/DM/MCh examination.

In the event of failure in the comprehensive viva voce examination, a second

chance will be allowed within one year to clear the examination. The candidate
will not be eligible to receive senior resident’s pay in case he/she does not clear
this examination. In case the candidate fails in the second attempt also, he/she
will be deregistered from the PhD program.
12.4 Change of title of PhD thesis
Change of title of the thesis may be effected on the recommendations of the
research guide and the DAC members with the approval of the Academic
Committee and the Director any time before the presentation of the colloquium.

Change of research area will not be allowed under normal circumstances.

However, under exceptional circumstances, it may be allowed with the approval
of the Academic Committee.
12.5 Change of research guide
Change of research guide is not encouraged. In extraordinary cases, change of
research guide may be permitted with the approval of the academic committee
on the recommendation of the Head of the Department and the Director.
12.6. Thesis Submission
The thesis should reflect the substantial work carried out for the advancement
of scientific knowledge; or, for product design and development; or, for applied
work of an innovative nature. It should show competence in critical analysis of
scientific data as well as a thorough familiarity with background literature.
When the research work is completed, the scholar may submit the PhD thesis.
The procedure to be followed is listed below:

(i) There shall be an open colloquium where the student shall present
his/her work before an audience consisting of the DAC, PhD guide, staff
and students of the Institute. Relevant suggestions received during the
presentation may be incorporated into the thesis by the student.
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 (ii) A synopsis may be submitted three months before the submission of
thesis. The synopsis of the work done shall be approved by the DAC before
submission to the Division of Academic Affairs (DAA).

(iii) A scholar is expected to have, as first author, either one original research
publication with an impact factor ≥3 or 2 publications in indexed journals.
This is a mandatory requirement to be fulfilled for the award of PhD.
Review articles will not be counted for this purpose. The publications shall
be from the research work done during the period of registration of the
PhD. The articles may be published/ accepted for publication before the
viva-voce examination. Scholars are also expected to present their work in
an international conference and a national conference.

(iv) Thesis should be prepared as per the “style manual” published in the
Institute website.

(v) Soft bound copy of thesis may be submitted to the DAA along with the
hard copy of the application for thesis evaluation.

(vi) It is the responsibility of the student and research guide to subject the
thesis for plagiarism check. Support in this may be obtained from the
SCTIMST library. On plagiarism check, the similarity should be minimum
and shall not exceed 10%. The thesis shall be submitted to the division of
academic affairs along with the plagiarism check report certified by the
guide.

(vii) The DAA will send the thesis to the examiners. Based on the evaluation
reports and favourable recommendation of the examiners, the candidate
will be asked to appear for the final viva voce examination prior to be
granted the PhD degree.

(viii) Within two weeks of successful completion of the viva voce examination,
two hardbound copies and a corrected soft copy of the thesis shall be
submitted to the DAA. The student may handover all raw data and soft
and hard copies of the thesis to the research guide.

(ix) Soft copy of the corrected thesis may be submitted to the Division of
Academic Affairs

12.7 Panel of Thesis Examiners

The Guide, in consultation with the DAC members, shall submit a panel of 6-8
external examiners to the DAA, six months prior to the proposed date of
submission of thesis. It is advisable to select the thesis examiners who are
experts in the subject area from prestigious academic institutions/national
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institutes across India (rather than having local experts) to avoid conflict of
interest. The thesis will be sent to two external examiners listed in the panel
approved by the academic committee. The guide also will be asked to submit an
evaluation report of the thesis.

12.8 Thesis Evaluation

On the submission of PhD thesis at the DAA, it will send the thesis to the
examiners. The PhD thesis will be evaluated by two external examiners and the
research guide. The evaluation report submitted by the external examiners
should highlight the salient features of the thesis and make a clear
recommendation regarding its acceptance or rejection for the award of the PhD
Degree. In case any of the three evaluators (2 external examiners and research
guide) gives a recommendation against the award of the degree, the thesis will
be sent to a fourth examiner for evaluation. If the report from the fourth
examiner is positive, the viva-voce examination will be held. If the fourth
examiner’s report is also negative, the thesis will be rejected.

If the first two external examiners recommend against award of the degree, the
thesis will be rejected. If a thesis is rejected, the candidate will be allowed to re-
submit the thesis within one year, after addressing the issues raised by the
examiners.

Evaluation Report from Examiners

Each examiner will be requested to send his/her report to the Registrar/Deputy
Registrar with a copy to the Dean within one month of receipt of the thesis. The
research guide may also send the report within this period. The report must
contain a critical evaluation of the thesis and a clear recommendation.

In case the examiners are unable to make a definite recommendation, they may
indicate one of the following alternatives: (a) Minor revision/clarifications not
involving retyping of the thesis. This may be carried out and the approval of the
examiner may be obtained at the time of the viva voce; or, (b) Major revision
involving rewriting of one or more sections, but not involving additional
research. In this case, the thesis will be sent back to the examiner.

Thesis Defence and Viva-voce Examination

There shall be a viva voce of the scholar in the presence of the examiners, the
faculty and the students of the Institute. In instances where the thesis involves
instrumentation/devices, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate them
and explain their features.

The viva-voce examination will be conducted at the Institute after the thesis has
been adjudged to be satisfactory. This examination, in which a ‘pass’ criterion is
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obligatory, shall be conducted by a Board that consists of: (a) The Head of the
Department as the Chairman, (b) At least one of the external examiners who
evaluated the thesis. (If both the examiners cannot be present for the viva-voce,
the Director will appoint substitutes), and (c) Research guide.

Members of the board for viva voce should report to the Registrar /Deputy
Registrar regarding whether or not the candidate’s performance in the
examination was satisfactory. No marks will be allotted in the viva voce
examination. If the scholar fails in the viva voce examination, he/she may be
permitted to appear again within 3 to 12 months (second attempt). If he/she
fails in the second attempt, he/she will not be permitted to continue with the
PhD program.

The members of the viva voce examination board shall forward to the
Registrar/Deputy Registrar a consolidated recommendation consisting of the
reports of the examiners who evaluated the thesis and the reports on the
candidate’s performance in the viva voce examination. Before submitting the
consolidated recommendation, they must ensure that the thesis is corrected and
ready for placement in its final form in the library.

13 Further information
For further information on the PhD program, PhD manual, coursework, approved PhD
guides, standard operating procedures for the students and guides, various forms
related to the PhD program may be available on accessing the following link:

https://www.sctimst.ac.in/Academic%20and%20Research/Academic/Guidelines,%20
Manuals,%20Forms/

Further information may also be obtained from:

The Registrar, Division of Academic Affairs,

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695011, Kerala, India.
Contact telephone Nos.: (0471) 2524269, 2524289, and 2524649.
Email: regoffice@sctimst.ac.in

Dr. S. Manikandan
Associate Dean (Exams and Curriculum)
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
Thiruvananthapuram - 695011, Kerala, India.
Contact No.: 9446334711
Email: kanmanis@sctimst.ac.in

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IV. POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP (PDF) PROGRAMS ON OFFER

1. DETAILS OF PDF PROGRAMS (Post DM/MCh/DNB)

The Institute offers a one-year Post-doctoral Fellowship (PDF) for those who
have DM/MCh (3-year) or equivalent qualifications. The PDF provides an
excellent opportunity to acquire advanced training in a sub-specialty area.
The PDF programs are organized by faculty trained in the concerned sub-
specialty area. In addition to obtaining advanced clinical training, PDF
provides opportunities to gain hands–on experience in advanced diagnostic
and therapeutic techniques and high-quality research. The applicant is
encouraged to visit the website (www.sctimst.ac.in) and directly
communicate with the respective PDF program Supervisors listed below to
gather more details about the program and areas of future research during
the fellowship period.
Minimum Educational Qualification for Admission

 DM/MCh (3 years) or equivalent qualification from NMC recognized

institutions.

 Registration with KSMC/TCMC.

 Residents who are in the final year of the program can apply;
however, they should submit the degree certificate from the
Institute/University at the time of joining, failing which the
admission will be cancelled.
Application must include bio-data and a 500-word write-up on the work/
project proposed to be done. Institutional grants may be available for
selected research proposals. The candidates can contact the Program
Supervisor in advance to discuss the feasibility of the proposed program.
Letter of Reference
Applicants for PDF courses are required to submit two reference letters from
specialists working in the area of application, one of which should be from
the last employer/faculty member under whom the candidate had worked.
Upper Age Limit
Forty-five years (as of 1st January 2024), relaxable by five years for SC/ST
Candidates, sponsored candidates, and for qualified Ex-service personnel
with a service of not less than 5 years.

Method of selection
Eligible candidates can apply for one or more than one program in a
department. Short-listing of the application is based on the merit of a 500-
word short research project proposal and letters of reference. Short-listed
candidates will be called for an open departmental interview if there are less
than 10 candidates and a written examination if there are more than ten
applicants, followed by a final interview. All qualified DM, MCh, DNB students
can apply. The percentage of marks allotted for the departmental assessment is
75% of the total marks followed by a final interview for 25% of the total marks.
The final selection for the course is based on the rank list of the candidates and
the order of choice. The selected candidate should have applied for and obtained
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registration with Kerala State Medical Councils (KSMC)/Travancore Cochin
Medical Council (TCMC) at the time of admission at SCTIMST.
The following PDF positions are available for the January 2024 session.

Department / No. of Program supervisor Minimum educational

Subspecialty seats with email ID qualification
(i) Department of Neurology
Electroencephalog One Dr. Ramsekhar
raphy Menon
Email:
rsnmenon@sctimst.ac.in

Epilepsy One Dr. Ramsekhar Menon

Email: DM (3 years) or
rsnmenon@sctimst.ac.in equivalent qualification
Movement One Dr. Syam K. from NMC recognized
Disorders institutions.
Email:
drsyam@sctimst.ac.in
Neuromuscular One Dr. Sruthi S. Nair
Disorders Email:
sruthisn@sctimst.ac.in
Stroke One Dr. P.N. Sylaja
Email:
sylajapn@sctimst.ac.in
(ii) Department of Cardiology
Adult Cardiology Two Dr. Harikrishnan S.
and Email:
Interventions drhari@sctimst.ac.in
Cardiac Two Dr. Narayanan DM (3 years) or
Electrophysiology Namboodiri K.K. equivalent qualification
Email: from NMC recognized
kknnamboodiri@sctims institutions.
t.ac.in
Paediatric Two Dr. Krishnamoorthy
Cardiology K.M.
Email:
kmkm@sctimst.ac.in
(iii) Department of Neurosurgery
Cerebrovascular One Dr. Jayanand Sudhir
Surgery Email: bjs@sctimst.ac.in MCh (3 years) or
Skull Base One Dr. Prakash Nair equivalent qualification
Neurosurgery Email: from NMC recognized
prakashnair@sctimst.ac.i institutions.
n
Spine Surgery One Dr. Krishnakumar K.
Email:
kkns@sctimst.ac.in Post MCh
Functional One Dr. George C. Vilanilam Neurosurgery within 5
Neurosurgery (Epilepsy Surgery) years of passing the
Email: MCh examination.
gvil99@sctimst.ac.in
Dr. Krishnakumar K.

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 (Surgery for movement
disorder)
Email:
kkns@sctimst.ac.in
(iv) Department of CVTS
Adult Cardiac One
Dr. Vivek V. Pillai
Surgery Email: vvp@sctimst.ac.in MCh (3 years) or
equivalent qualification
Paediatric Cardiac One Dr. Baiju S. Dharan from NMC recognized
Surgery Email: institutions.
baijusd@sctimst.ac.in
(v) Department of Anaesthesiology
Pediatric cardiac Two Dr. Thomas Koshy DM (3 years) or
Anaesthesia Email: equivalent qualification
koshy@sctimst.ac.in from NMC recognized
institutions.

Perioperative One Dr. Manikandan S. Post DM

Neuromonitoring Email: Neuroanaesthesia
and kanmanis@sctimst.ac.i within 5 years of
Neurosurgical n passing the DM
Intensive Care examination.
Adult One Dr. Shrinivas V.G. Post DM Cardiothoracic
Cardiothoracic Email: and Vascular
Vascular shri@sctimst.ac.in Anaesthesia within 5
Anaesthesia years of passing the
DM examination.

Salary/stipend (per month in Rupees) (Except for Sponsored

candidates)
Program Duration Scale of pay / Stipend in INR per
month
PDF 01 yr 80900 +*
*With applicable HRA, DA, and DA on TA as per institute rules
Please see page 6 for the fee structure

V. POSTDOCTORAL CERTIFICATE COURSES (PDCC) ON OFFER

1. DETAILS OF POSTDOCTORAL CERTIFICATE COURSES (Post MD)

The Institute offers one-year Post-doctoral Certificate Courses for those who
have MD or equivalent qualifications.
The following PDCCs are available for the January 2024 session.

Name of program Department Duration No. of Minimum Educational

(Year) seats Qualification
PDCC in Transfusion One 01 Post MD Transfusion
Transfusion Medicine Medicine within 5 years
Transmitted of passing the MD
Disease Testing examination or
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 equivalent qualification

PDCC in Hospital Microbiology One 01 Post MD Microbiology

Infection Control within 5 years of passing
the MD examination
equivalent qualification
PDCC in Pathology One 01 Post MD Pathology
Neuropathology within 5 years of passing
the MD examination
equivalent qualification
Sponsored Seats

Institute will consider the sponsored seats as per the Institute policy as given in
page 53.

Upper Age Limit

Forty years (as of 1st January 2024), relaxable by five years for SC/ST
candidates, sponsored candidates, and qualified Ex-service personnel
with a service of not less than 5 years.

Method of selection

A three-stage evaluation process is used for selecting the candidates for the
PDCC programs.

i. All candidates called for assessment should appear for a theory examination
based on multiple choice questions (MCQ), half of which will be from the
specialty applied for and the other half from the qualifying post-graduate
specialty. The minimum mark required to pass the theory examination is
50%.

ii. Out of the candidates who have qualified the theory examination, a merit
list will be drawn up based on the marks obtained in the theory
examination. From the said merit list, candidates will be selected in the
order of merit for further departmental assessment - clinical, practical, and
viva voce in the respective departments. The ratio of candidates selected for
these will be approximately three for each available vacancy.
iii. The candidates for the final interview will be selected in the order of merit
based on aggregate marks scored for academic performance including
theory and departmental assessment – clinical, practical, and viva voce.
Candidates will be notified of their provisional selection immediately after the
Entrance Examination. The final announcement will carry the names of
selected candidates (in serial order), and wait-listed candidates (in rank order).
Selection will be purely on merit, based on the methods of assessment
indicated. Separate list will be maintained for sponsored candidates from the
theory entrance examination results till final selection list.

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Salary/stipend (per month in Rupees)
Program Duration Scale of pay / Stipend in INR per
month
PDCC 01 yr 74000 +*
*With applicable HRA, NPA, DA and DA on TA as per institute rules
Please see page 6 for the fee structure

For more details regarding post-doctoral programs, PDCC and PDFs, contact:

THE REGISTRAR
SCTIMST, Trivandrum, Kerala- 695011, India.
Telephone: 91-471- 2524269/289/649/150
Fax: 91-471-2446433 E-mail: reg@sctimst.ac.in; Website: www.sctimst.ac.in

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VI. PG DIPLOMA/DIPLOMA/ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
1. SPECIALITY NURSING PROGRAMS

The Institute offers two specialty diploma programs in nursing to meet the
growing demand for competent and trained nurses in super specialties. These
programs are:

(i) Diploma in Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nursing

(ii) Diploma in Neuro Nursing.
The programs are designed to offer advanced education and clinical experience
to registered nurses to prepare them as skilled bedside nurses in respective
specialties including outpatients, inpatient and intensive care areas and equip
them to assume leadership roles in these areas as skilled clinical nursing
personnel.

Minimum Educational Qualifications For Admission

a. GNM or B.Sc. Nursing.
b. For GNM candidates, one year experience as bedside nurse after
passing GNM, as of 31st December, 2023.
c. Professionally registered as a nurse by any recognized State Nursing
Council in India or by Nursing Boards approved by the Indian Nursing
Council.
Upper age limit
35 years (as on 1st January 2024), relaxable by 3 years for OBC candidates,
5 years for SC/ST candidates, Sponsored candidates and for qualified Ex-
service personnel with a service of not less than 5 years.
Summary of Specialty Nursing programs
Programs No. of Duration
seats
Diploma in Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nursing 10+1 2 years
Diploma in Neuro Nursing 10+1 2 years

Reservation
Reservation will be followed as per Government of India policy.*
Reserved for
Total
Programs UR PwD
SC ST OBC EWS (horizontal Seats
reservation)
Diploma in
Cardiovascular & 5 1 1 3 1 1# 10+1
Thoracic Nursing
Diploma in
5 1 1 3 1 0 10+1
Neuro Nursing
#Reservation will be rotated between these two courses in consecutive years.
 If the reserved seats in Diploma/PG Diploma, MPH and DPH programs are found

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 vacant, that will be filled with eligible UR category candidates.

Method of Selection
Selection will be strictly on merit on the basis of percentage of marks
obtained in the common entrance examination for Cardiovascular &
Thoracic Nursing and Neuro-Nursing held by the Institute. The candidates
may indicate their preferred choice of the specialty in the application form.
The common entrance examination will be held in the Institute. Based on
seat availability, preference and merit obtained in the entrance examination,
selection list will be finalized.
Sponsored candidates will also go through the selection process but a
separate list of finally selected candidates from those who qualify in the
Entrance Examination will be put up.
The minimum pass marks in the objective-type MCQ examination will be 50%
for all. Relaxation in marks will be given for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) category
candidates. Candidates who have qualified in the written examination will
be short-listed for practical. Interview date will be published along with written
test result.
Uniform for Specialty Nursing program
Female : White Churidhar set

Male : Black pants, white shirt

White half sleeve overcoat for all

During 1st year each student has to undertake a clinical nursing study
project and submit the report before 31st October which is a pre-requisite for
appearing for the university examination during 1 st year. Eighty Five percent
(85%) attendance is mandatory for appearing in the university examination.
Note: See “Special Information” (Page 37).

2. PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology

The rapid advances in science and technology have transformed cardiac medical
practice from purely clinical to laboratory-oriented cardiology. This has resulted
in newer investigative techniques and procedures for both diagnostic and
therapeutic purposes. There is a need for training people as more hospitals
strive to update the practice of cardiology. The training program will cater to
the needs of those technical personnel who will be in increasing demand in the
years to come. The students will be attached to the Departments of Cardiology
and Clinical Engineering.

3. PG Diploma in Neuro-Technology

The advent of sophisticated electronic equipment and computers has made

neurophysiology a fast-developing clinical specialty. Simultaneously, the need
for well-trained technicians to maintain and use these machines has become a
necessity. A highly developed epilepsy program offers hands on experience in
video-EEG monitoring, intra operative electro-corticography and stimulation
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and brain mapping. They will be exposed to other Neurophysiological like
EMC, NCV, evolved potentials, sleep studies, emergent EEGs. The students will
be attached to the Department of Neurology and Clinical Engineering.

4. PG Diploma in Medical Records Science

Health care records are maintained to pursue the clinical, academic,

administrative and legal requirements of the hospital. The medical record is a
confidential document and it is a product of privileged communication between
patients and health care providers.

This academic program is designed to train candidates potentially to organize

and maintain a Manual/Electronic Medical Records Department. The students
will be attached to the Medical Records Department and sections of Hospital
Administration.

5. PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion

This course is designed to train the candidate to become a Perfusionist who is

a blood circulation specialist with a unique role in the field of cardiac surgery.
Cardiac and pulmonary circulation is temporarily bypassed to facilitate a
bloodless field, whereby the surgeon can perform the necessary repair inside
the heart.

A Perfusionist manages the Heart- Lung Machine equipment through which

venous blood from the patient is diverted, oxygenated and infused back to
the patient when the mechanical action of heart is temporarily stopped. The
Perfusionist is also responsible for hypothermia, total circulatory arrest etc.
The patient is warmed back and weaned off the Heart Lung Machine.
Student Perfusionist is required to work in the operation theatre and has to
follow aseptic techniques. The students will be given clinical and theoretical
training in the set up and operation of Heart Lung Machine, perfusion
management, and support devices such as Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump etc.
The students will be attached to the Department of CVTS.

6. PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology

Rapid advances in technology have revolutionized blood transfusion services

and enhanced our knowledge in Transfusion Medicine.

This has necessitated thorough selection of donors for donor and recipient
safety during blood donation, extensive serological and immune-
hematological techniques, infectious disease screening, processing of blood
into components for optimal usage and proper storage of blood and
components. During the training period students will have ample ‘hands-on
experience’ under expert guidance and supervision. There is a growing need
in the State for training in this specialty owing to the acute shortage of
trained personnel. During the training program, the student will have
enough opportunity to be familiar with state-of-the-art equipment and
access to computer and library facilities. Training is designed to equip
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students to meet increased demand for qualified personnel in blood banks. The
students will be attached to the Department of Transfusion Medicine and
Section of Hospital Administration.

7. Diploma in Operation Theatre & Anaesthesia Technology

Various advances in the field of anaesthesia techniques and medical

equipment used in modern operation theatres, catheterization labs and
radiological suites offer great knowledge and learning experience. The course
is designed to understand basic and advanced principles of anaesthesia and
use of modern-day technologies that allows anaesthesiologists in the
management of patients inside as well as outside the operation theaters. The
safety of patients depends largely on the reliable and smooth functioning of the
state-of-the-art biomedical equipment. The objective of the course is also to
train candidates in the management of biomedical equipment, medical gases
and hospital pipeline systems. The students will be attached to the
Department of Anaesthesiology and Clinical Engineering.

8. Diploma in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology

Medical Imaging Techniques have advanced tremendously in the last decade

and have found widespread use in diagnostic applications. However, the
scarcity of well-qualified technical personnel has always been a problem in
exploiting the full potential of these techniques. The Department of Imaging
Sciences & Interventional Radiology at this Institute is one of the best-equipped
departments of its kind in the country.
Apart from conventional radiological facilities for outpatient radiography,
tomography, myelography and so on, CT scan and Digital Subtraction
Angiography (DSA) units are functioning for the last several years. A state-of-
the-art Magnetic Resonance Imaging unit and a PACS system are also
functional. The students will be attached to the Departments of Imaging
Sciences and Interventional Radiology and Clinical Engineering.
9. Advanced Certificate Programs in Physiotherapy
With the health sector fast-expanding, graduates in Physiotherapy with quality
training are in great need. SCTIMST holds unmatched resources in
neurological and cardiovascular sciences. This includes our highly trained and
competent human resources, equipment and technology, and commitment to
high-quality professional work. The Institute offers two academic Programs
leading to Advanced Certificates through its Department of Physical Medicine
and Rehabilitation (PMR). These one-year programs are highly skill- based and
give the opportunity for BPT graduates to gain competence in managing
different neurologic and cardiovascular diseases, ward activities, research and
training in the use of latest equipment and technologies of physiotherapy.
The following one-year programs are offered:
• Advanced Certificate Program in Physiotherapy in Neurological
Sciences (ACP-PN)

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 • Advanced Certificate Program in Physiotherapy in Cardiovascular
Sciences (ACP-PC)

Stipend (per month in Rupees) (Except for Sponsored

candidates)

Program Duration Scale of pay / Stipend

in INR per month
Specialty in Nursing diploma Two years 1st year - 11,440#
program
2nd year - 13,350#
PG Diploma/Diploma program Two years 1st year - 8,580#
2nd year - 10,490#
Advanced Certificate Programs One year 1st year - 6,000#
in Physiotherapy
# Applicable cost of living index as per Institute Rules

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ADMISSION

PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology (PGDCLT)
BSc degree of any recognized university in India with Physics as the major or
ancillary subject with aggregate marks of at least 50%.
PG Diploma in Neuro Technology (PGDNT)
BSc Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Bio-Technology or Computer
Science with aggregate marks of at least 50%.
PG Diploma in Medical Records Science (PGDMRS)
BSc degree of any recognized university in India with aggregate marks of at
least 50%.
PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion (PGDCP)
BSc degree in Zoology as main or subsidiary subject of any recognized
university in India. An aggregate of at least 50% marks is required.
PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology (PGDBBT)
BSc in any branch of Biological Science from a recognized university with an
aggregate of at least 50% marks in these subjects.
Diploma in Operation Theatre & Anaesthesia Technology (DOTAT)
Diploma in Electronics/Biomedical Engineering/Instrumentation from a
recognized institution with a good academic record.
Diploma in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (DAMIT)
Certificate in Radiographic Assistance (CRA)/ Diploma in Radiological
Technology (DRT) 2-year course or equivalent or higher qualification from a
recognized institution with aggregate marks of at least 50%.
Advanced Certificate Programs in Physiotherapy (ACP)
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) (A regular in-campus four-year bachelor’s
degree and internship in Physiotherapy from a recognized university).

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Upper Age Limit
25 years (as on 1st January 2024) relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and
sponsored candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates.
Reservation: Reservation will be followed as per Govt. of India norms.

Program UR Reserved for Total

SC / ST OBC EWS PwD Seats
(horizontal
reservation)
ACP-PN 1 1 0 1# - 2+1#
ACP-PC 1 0 1 - - 2
DAMIT 2 0 1* - - 3
DOTAT 1 1* 0 - 2
PGDBBT 1 0 1* - 1#- 2#
PGDCLT 2 1* 0 - - 3
PGDCP 1 0 1* - 2
PGDMRS 1 1* 0 - 2
PGDNT 2 1* 1* 1#- - 4+1#
(*) – Reservation for SC/ST & OBC will rotate among the courses in consecutive years.
(#) – Reservation for EWS & PwD will be on a rotational basis between the courses.
If the reserved seats are found vacant, they will be filled with eligible UR category candidates.

Method of Selection
Selection will be strictly on merit based on the percentage of marks obtained
in the entrance examination (MCQ based exam and viva-voce held by the
Institute). Sponsored candidates will also go through the procedure for
selection but a separate rank list will be put up for the two categories
(general and sponsored quota)
Minimum pass marks in the objective-type written examination of 90
minutes duration (100 questions) will be 50% for all. Candidates who have
qualified in the written examination will be short-listed for interview.
In addition, candidates will be admitted if sponsored by the Government,
Governmental Agencies or Universities.
Note: See “Special Information” on Page 37

For application procedures and important date, please see page 61 and 36.
Summary of PG Diploma/Diploma Programs

Programs Available Seats Duration Qualification

(Years)
PG Diploma in Cardiac BSc with Physics as major or
Laboratory Technology 3 2 ancillary with 50% aggregate.
BSc Physics, Chemistry, Biological
PG Diploma in Neuro 4+1 2 Sciences, Biotechnology or
Technology
Computer Science with 50%
aggregate.

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PG Diploma in Medical 2 2
Records Science BSc with 50% aggregate
PG Diploma in Clinical BSc Zoology as main or subsidiary
Perfusion 2 2 with 50% Aggregate
PG Diploma in Blood BSc in any branch of Biological
Banking Technology 2 2 Science with50% aggregate
Diploma in Operation Diploma in Electronics/
Theatre & Anaesthesia 2 2 Biomedical Engineering /
Technology Instrumentation
Diploma Advanced CRA/DRT 2-year course or
Medical Imaging 3 2 equivalent or higher with 50%
Technology aggregate.
Advanced Certificate A regular in-campus four-year
Program in 2+1 1 Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy in (BPT) and internship in
Neurological Sciences Physiotherapy from a recognized
university.
Advanced Certificate A regular in-campus four-year
Program in 2 1 Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy in (BPT) and internship in
Cardiovascular Sciences Physiotherapy from a recognized
university.

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 IMPORTANT DATES FOR PDF, DIPLOMA & PG DIPLOMA
PROGRAMS FOR THE ACADEMIC SESSION – JANUARY 2024
Admission Notification 5th September 2023
Availability of online
Application (Except for
05.09.2023 to 04.10.2023 (up to 5.00 pm)
MD/DM/MCh
programs*)
Availability of online
05.09.2023 to 15.11.2023 (up to 5.00 pm)
Application for PDFs
Hall ticket download Ten days prior to the entrance examination
Commencement of
1st January 2024
programs
Director’s welcome
address 6th January 2024

SCHEDULE OF ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS / FINAL INTERVIEW

Program Date/Time/ Mode of Selection

The written test and interview will be conducted
at SCTIMST on the dates give below. Time of the
written test and interview will be intimated through
hall ticket. Certificate verification will be conducted
prior to the interview. All applicants are requested
to visit the online application portal as well as
the Institute website ‘www.sctimst.ac.in for
updates. Intimation regarding hall ticket will be
sent to the registered email id of the applicant
only.
Postdoctoral Certificate programs
(PDCC)
Diploma in Cardiovascular &
Thoracic Nursing
Diploma in Neuro Nursing
PDCC, Diploma, PG Diploma in Operation Theatre and 08.11.2023
Diploma, PhD programs Anaesthesia Technology
Diploma in Advanced Medical
Imaging Technology
Advanced Certificate Program in
Physiotherapy
PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory
Technology
PG Diploma in Medical Records
Science
PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion 09.11.2023
PG Diploma in Blood Banking
Technology
PG Diploma in Neuro Technology
PhD – written test
PhD - interview 10.11.2023

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 The selection interview will be conducted at
SCTIMST between 12th December 2023 and
19th December 2023. All applicants are
Post-doctoral fellowship-
requested to visit the online application
PDF
portal as well as the Institute website
(Post-DM/MCh/DNB)
‘www.sctimst.ac.in’ for updates. Intimation
regarding hall ticket will be sent to the
registered email id of the applicant only.

Type of Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) /One mark

Questions / (+)1 for correct answer (No negative marks for
Marking Scheme Correct Wrong answers/ Marked for Review/ Not
Answer Answered questions)
The tie case will be resolved according to age
Method of resolving ties (Date of birth), the older candidate shall get
preference over the younger one.
Departmental assessment/Interview: The date and time for
departmental assessment/interview will be intimated along with the
online exam result put up in the website.
The final selection list will be put up immediately after the interview.
No electronic gadgets including cell phones/watches etc., will be allowed
in the examination hall.
The candidates need to strictly follow the instructions given in the Hall
Ticket Any candidate found to have provided false information or done
malpractice during exams will be disqualified.
*- MD/DM/MCh admission will be done through INI-CET/INI-SS

Hostel accommodation
Candidates selected (except sponsored) will be provided accommodation
as per rules and availability. It is mandatory for Junior/Senior
Residents to occupy PG Quarters/Hostel, as the case may be, once it is
allotted to them. No HRA will be paid to any occupants once an
accommodation has been allotted to them, irrespective of whether they
occupy the allotted accommodation or not. Electricity and Water charges
may be levied proportionally from the inmates if they are in
single/double/sharing/Family accommodation. DM/MCh and MD
residents will be given preference for the accommodation as per their date of
admission. The DM/MCh and MD residents will be given eligible
accommodation as either family accommodation, or a single room
accommodation.

If eligible accommodation is not available, HRA will be given only for the
duration they are waitlisted till an eligible accommodation is allotted. PDF
residents will be given accommodation in the NFH. If accommodation is not
available, HRA will be provided.

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Course Content
The training is strictly full-time and continuous. The candidates at the
time of admission will be provided with a handbook covering the
syllabus, training program and the examination scheme. They should
acquaint themselves with the syllabus prescribed for the course to which
they are admitted. They should strictly adhere to the rules and regulations
of the Institute.
Contract Service
All students and Senior Residents selected for various programs are
required to execute a bond of service for a duration depending upon the
length of the program. Admission will be denied to candidates who fail to
join or submit the contract bond by the date stipulated in the letter of
selection. Private practice in any form during the pendency of the
program is strictly prohibited.

Bond to be Executed
All those selected for MD/DM/MCh courses under the general category need
to furnish a bond for rupees fifty lakhs. Concerned defaulter shall be liable
to pay an amount of Rs. 50,00,000/- (Rupees Fifty Lakhs), if decided to
discontinue the course after the last date of closure of admission by INI-
SS/INI-CET. The last date of closure of admission will be announced in the
institute website (www.sctimst.ac.in) as well as it will be intimated to the
candidates at the time of admission.
All students newly enrolled for PDCC programs, Diploma/PG Diploma are
expected to execute a bond agreeing to remit an amount equivalent to six
months stipend if they discontinue the program and leave the Institute after
31st January 2024.
All the students, residents, Fellows admitted to various programs needs to
undertake an ‘Anti-ragging affidavit’ given in annexure.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities of students and Senior Residents shall be
fixed by the Institute from time to time and will include such clinical
work as may be essential for patient care and professional training.

Medical Fitness
The selection will be provisional until the candidate is declared medically
fit by a Medical Board appointed by the Institute. The candidate should
declare all illness connected with his/her health and should certify that
he/ she is fit to undergo the rigorous program that he/she is joining.
The opinion of the Medical Board shall be final.
Commencement of Academic Session
The session commences on 1st January, 2024. Selected candidates will

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report on this date with all necessary original documents, the verification
of which is mandatory for confirmation of admission.
Senior Residents and students will be assessed at the end of six months
after admission for their academic ability, desire for training, acquisition
of competence, commitment to patient care, interpersonal relationship
and so on. Those with low scores will be given a chance to improve in the
next three months and, if found unsatisfactory, the candidate’s
registration in SCTIMST will be terminated.
Attendance on the last working day of the program, normally 31st
December will be compulsory, except in extraordinary situations.
Please refer the syllabus and curriculum for details regarding other
mandatory requirements.
Last date of admission
As per the prospectus (part A) given by INI-SS/INI-CET for DM/MCh/MD
Residents.
Leave
All Senior (Sr.) Residents are eligible for twenty-four days casual leave in
first year and thirty days casual leave in second and third year, respectively.
Sr. Residents cannot avail more than 15 days of entitled leave at a stretch.
Maternity Leave
Female Sr. Residents with less than two surviving children, can avail a
maximum of 180 days maternity leave once during the entire course of their
study and will be eligible for salary for that period.
Evaluation
For specialty nursing programs, the external examination will be
conducted at the end of the first year and for other Diploma/PG Diploma
programs at the end of the second year.

Contact for further details:

THE REGISTRAR
SCTIMST, Trivandrum
Kerala-695011, India. Telephone: 91-471-2524269/649/289/150
Fax: 91-471-2550728
e-mail: reg@sctimst.ac.in Website: www.sctimst.ac.in

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 VII. PhD PROGRAM
Promoting interdisciplinary research, the Institute offers PhD program in
the following major research areas:
Physical Sciences
Biophotonics, plasma coating, Nano biotechnology, Bioimaging,
Biomedical and Biomaterial sciences.
Chemical Sciences
Polymer synthesis and characterization, Polymer processing, Smart
polymers, Interpenetrating polymer networks, Dental polymers, Surface
modification of polymeric devices, Radiopaque polymers.
Biological Sciences/Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Cellular and Molecular Cardiology,
Neurobiology, Microbial Technology, Pathology, Physiology,
Toxicology, Thrombosis, Implant Biology, Tissue Engineering &
Regenerative Technologies, Adult stem cells & Regenerative medicine, 3-
D Construction of Tissue substitutes.
Bioengineering
Artificial Organs, Biosensors, Bioinstrumentation, Medical Device
Technology, Functional neuroimaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging,
Medical image processing.
Biomaterial Science and Technology
Bioceramics, Dental materials, Material tissue interactions, Drug delivery
& sensing, Biomedical polymers, Scaffolds for tissue engineering.
Health Sciences (Full Time & Part Time)
Epidemiology, Gender issues in Health, Health Policy, Heath
Management, Health Systems, Public Health Informatics, GIS in
Public Health.
Medical Sciences
Neuro Sciences, Cardiac Sciences, Imaging Sciences and Interventional
Radiology.
Admission

The selection for PhD will be carried out twice in a calendar year, in
June and November for July and January sessions, respectively.
The availability of research guides will be notified in the Institute website
www.sctimst.ac.in. The July selection is restricted to fellowship holders
and MPhil (Biomedical Technology-SCTIMST) degree holders only.

Part-time registration for the PhD program is available in Health

Sciences at AMCHSS. External or part-time registration is not available

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for the PhD programs in other areas.

Minimum Educational Qualifications for Admission

Physical Sciences: Post graduate degree in Physics (All branches)
Chemical Sciences: Post graduate degree in Chemistry (All branches)
Biological Sciences/Biomedical Sciences: Post graduate degree in
any branch of Life Sciences (Physiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology,
Zoology, Bioinformatics, Plant sciences etc.) / dentistry/veterinary
science.
Bioengineering: Post graduate degree in Polymer Engineering/
Technology, Material Science, Biomedical Engineering, Instrumentation
Engineering, Biotechnology, Clinical Engineering, Biomedical
Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical &
Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology
or any other Post Graduate Engineering degree holders whose research
work is feasible at SCTIMST.
Biomaterial Science and Technology: MPhil (Biomedical Technology),
Post graduate degree in Physics, Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Polymer
Science, Material Science, Biotechnology or Veterinary Science.
Health Sciences: Post graduate degree in Modern Medicine, Public
Health, Dentistry, Nursing, Veterinary Sciences, Demography,
Economics, Sociology, Social Work, Political Science, Business
Management (MBA), Public Administration, and Statistics. Other post
graduate degrees may be approved by the Academic Committee after
examining the merits of the suggestion.
Minimum marks required to apply:
Consistently good academic record with 60% (CGPA 6.5/10) marks in
undergraduate and post graduate degree examinations. The applicants
with degree in modern medicine, 60% marks for the postgraduate degree
is not mandatory. Relaxation in marks will be given for reserved category
candidates as per Govt. of India norms.

Medical Sciences: MBBS degree from any university recognized by

National Medical Commission/ erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI).
Candidates should have completed one year compulsory rotating
internship or its equivalent as recognized by NMC/MCI after passing the
final year MBBS examination. Candidates should have full registration
with a State Medical Council. Candidates with Post Graduate Medical
qualifications (MD/MS/DNB) can also apply but no special reservation
or preference will be given. Applicants should have 55% of marks in
MBBS Degree and need to be holders of National Level fellowship from

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UGC/CSIR/ICMR.
Candidates should not have made more than 2 attempts to pass the
MBBS program.

The selected candidate should have applied for and obtained registration
with Kerala State Medical Councils (KSMC)/Travancore Cochin Medical
Council (TCMC) at the time of admission at SCTIMST.

Available areas in Medical Sciences:

(a) Neuro sciences
(b) Cardiac Sciences and
(c) Imaging Sciences & Interventional Radiology.

Method of selection
The selection of research scholars will be based on their performance
in the written test and interview. Individual JRF holders (UGC, CSIR,
ICMR and DBT) or MPhil (Biomedical Technology) degree holders of
SCTIMST are exempted from the written test, and their selection will be
based on interview only. Individual KSCSTE JRF, INSPIRE holders have
to qualify in the written test and interview of this Institute.
Candidates awarded Senior Research Fellowships (SRF) from other
sources (KSCSTE, UGC, CSIR, ICMR, etc.) have to qualify in the written
test and interview conducted by the Institute.
Candidates must upload a Research Proposal (about 1000 words) and a
Statement of Purpose for undertaking a research career (about 300 to
500 words) while submitting their application.

The Institute reserves its right to shortlist candidates based on the

academic merit and scientific records of the applicants and the
availability of research guides every year.
Number of seats and reservation

PhD registration is not guaranteed for the candidates who are selected
for admission. Selected candidates are expected to interact with the
recognized guides of the Institute and discuss with them regarding their
research interest. A guide may accept a student based on the availability
of slot, his/her areas of specialization, research interest of the student,
availability of research grants and financial support available for the
student. Adequate measures will be taken during the selection process to
ensure representation of students from the reserved categories in the
selection list. Candidates belong to reservation category are advised to
contact the student reservation cell/nodal officer for scholarships at
SCTIMST for more information about other schemes.

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Duration of the PhD program
The minimum duration is three years and maximum duration is five years
with possible two extensions of six months each. In extraordinary
circumstances, extraordinary extension will be given with separate fee
payment.

Fellowships

1) SCTIMST PhD Fellowship

Six Institute Fellowships at the DST approved rates are available each year
for a maximum period of five years, of which one fellowship is reserved for
basic science (non-clinical and para-clinical) subjects such as Pathology/
Microbiology/ Biochemistry/ Transfusion Medicine. If there are no eligible
candidates for the above-reserved seat, this fellowship will be given to other
eligible candidate in the same academic year.

2) Fellowships for Scheduled Tribe category candidates

Total four fellowships are available for candidates belonging to ST category.

The support includes monthly scholarship, contingency grant, research
support for purchase of chemicals, laptop, travelling allowance, registration
fee for attending conferences, and expenses related to paper publication.
The Fellowships will be available for those who are admitted to PhD program
at SCTIMST only. Fellowships will be for a maximum period of 5 years as per
the rules of the Institute.

Minimum marks required to apply for ST category fellowship:

Consistently good academic record with 55% marks in undergraduate
and post graduate degree examinations. The applicants with Degree in
Modern Medicine, 55% marks for Post Graduate Degree is not necessary.

Method of selection
The selection of research scholars will be based on the performance in
the written test and interview.
Candidates must upload a Research Proposal (about 1000 words) and a
Statement of Purpose for undertaking a research career (about 300 to
500 words) while submitting their application.

The Institute reserves its right to short list candidates based on the
academic merit and scientific records of the applicants and availability of
research guides every year.
Number of fellowships and reservation

Total six institute fellowship and four ST category fellowships are

available, however, PhD registration is not guaranteed for the candidates
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 who are selected for admission. Selected candidates are expected to
interact with the recognized guides of the Institute and discuss with
them regarding their research interest. A guide may accept a student
based on the availability of slot, his/her areas of specialization, research
interest of the student, availability of research grants and financial
support available for the student. Candidates belonging to reservation
category are advised to contact the student reservation cell/nodal officer
for scholarships at SCTIMST for more information about the fellowship.
Monthly Fellowship & other benefits for ST category fellowship
Description JRF SRF
(Assessment after
two years)
Duration 1 - 2 years 3 - 5 years
Fellowship Rs. 31,000/- p.m. Rs. 35,000/- p.m.
HRA As per Institute rules
Contingency Rs.20,000/- per year
Research support Rs.1,00,000/- per year
TA/Regn. fee for attending Rs.1,00,000/- (for 5 years)
conferences/ paper publication
Purchase of Lap top (Lap top Rs.1,00,000/-
will be institute property)

Bond to be executed
All newly enrolled P h D students under SCTIMST Fellowship are
expected to execute a bond to remit an amount equivalent to six months
fellowship or the whole amount of fellowship received, whichever is higher, if
they discontinue the program and leave the Institute after one month from
their date of joining (Bond format is attached, Annexure V).

The list of approved guides and their areas of research interest is

available
at:[https://www.sctimst.ac.in/Academic%20and%20Research/Ac
ademic/Guidelines,%20Manuals,%20Forms/resources/PhD_Guid
es_list_Current.pdf]

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Internal Candidates Applying for PhD Registration - Admission Process

a) Academic Faculty Members

1) Any academic faculty member whose probation has been declared

may register for the PhD program of the Institute.
2) All faculty members need to write the entrance exam and attend
the interview for the same to qualify for registration to the PhD
program.
3) These faculty members will be termed as internal candidates.
4) Total duration of PhD program will be three to seven years.

Appointment of external guides for in-service employees

a. Any academic faculty of BMT Wing whose probation has been
declared may register for the PhD program of the Institute with an
external guide from an IIT or NIT or other national Institutes,
provided eligible guides are absent in SCTIMST in the field of
research.
b. These employees may select guides from the above institutes and the
list of guides has to be approved by the Academic Committee of
SCTIMST.
c. It is mandatory that the PhD work has to be done at SCTIMST and
the area of research is in line with SCTIMST’s mandate for research
and development.
d. These faculties should also have an approved guide of SCTIMST as
Co-guide to monitor the progress of the work.
e. In the cases where the permanent internal faculty has been re-
appointed through direct recruitment to a higher post, the past
permanent employment and completion of probation in the lower
post would be adequate to apply for PhD program.
f. Funds provided for Institute work should not be diverted for thesis
work. These employees should satisfy all the requirements of the
Institute for the award of PhD degree.
Age limit

There is no age limit for admission to the PhD Program.

Fee structure - Refer page no.6.

PhD Manual
For all details, please refer to the PhD manual (General), PhD manual
(Health Sciences) & SOP for students available in our website
www.sctimst.ac.in
(http://sctimst.ac.in/Academic%20and%20Research/Academic/Guideli
nes,%20Manuals,%20Forms/)
The candidates registered for PhD program at SCTIMST have the
opportunity to do the research work at BMT wing/AMCHSS/Hospital wing.

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 BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY (BMT) WING
Objectives

Promotion of Biomedical Engineering and Technology and development

of post-graduate training programs of the highest quality in this area.
The present vision of the wing is to:
 Develop technologies which are competitive in the international
market
 Carry out research in frontier areas of health care technology
 Provide testing support conforming to national/international
standards

A team of scientists, engineers and technical staff work here in

multidisciplinary areas, ranging from biomaterials development and
characterization to medical devices development, evaluation and
technology transfer. Over the last four decades, a number of products
have been successfully developed and commercialized, catalyzing the
growth of the medical device industry in India.
In the current context of globalization, a quality management system for its
testing services conforming to ISO/IEC 17025 has been implemented,
enabling international acceptance of test results. This system is now
accredited by Le Comite francais d’accreditation (COFRAC) of France.
High quality research and publications have led to peer recognition as a
valued scientific research institution nationally and internationally. This
has resulted in many international collaborative research programs.
Research Opportunities and facilities

Biomedical Technology Wing aims to bring advances in research

outcomes of the laboratory into the clinical setting to benefit patients at
the earliest opportunity. The exceptional infrastructure facilitated on the
campus underpins biomedical research and enables advances to improve
patient care. Institute has focused on creating resources to develop
technologies that are cost-effective, accessible and responsive to the clinical
needs of our population.
The material research group has a proven record of research towards
synthesis and characterization of biomedical polymers, their
characterization and testing for biocompatibility to qualify the material
for medical applications. The engineering & device development group
has successfully developed and commercialized critical products which
include blood bag, artificial heart valve, and oxygenator.
Major programs include development of materials for orthopedic and
dental applications, cardiovascular device fabrication, drug delivery
systems, nano- medicine, sensors and tissue engineering scaffolds.
Biological research focuses on the culture and differentiation of adult
stem cells for regenerative medicine, in vitro tissue engineering and
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development of bio therapeutics and diagnostic reagents.

Sophisticated analytical equipment are available in the campus for

characterization of materials which include scanning and transmission
electron microscopes, Raman & FT-Raman spectroscope, atomic force
microscope, ICP, X-ray diffraction, micro computerized tomography,
chromatography systems such as HPLC, gas chromatography and
LCMS. Other routinely used and well- maintained equipment and
facilities are available in all labs.

Important biological research equipment available are confocal

microscope, environmental SEM, 3D bioprinting of tissues, 3D
bioprinter, fluorescent activated cell sorter (FACS), Real Time PCR, ultra
centrifuge and continuous flow centrifuge, Imaging systems for
fluorescence/ luminescence/ radioisotope detection, live cell imaging,
and facilities for proteomic and genomic analysis etc. apart from
routinely used equipment that are available in almost all labs. Excellent
cell culture and analysis facilities are present in almost all cell biology
research labs.
The well maintained small and large animal experimental facility with
excellent animal operating rooms provides the in vivo evaluation support.
Toxicological evaluation of materials is done under GLP compliance.
Tissue analysis is done to evaluate the results of experimental research
using state-of–the-art histological/ immunochemical/imaging
techniques facilitated with sophisticated sample processing and analysis
tools.
Above all, BMT wing harness the academic and technological expertise of
its multidisciplinary research faculty to conduct high-quality, patient-
focused translational research. This involves taking research from the
laboratory to the patient’s bedside.

ACHUTHA MENON CENTRE FOR HEALTH SCIENCE STUDIES

(AMCHSS)

AMCHSS, the Public Health and Health Sciences Wing of Sree Chitra
Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology is devoted to
Public Health, and Social Sciences in relation to health care and
development. It started the Master of Public Health (MPH) Program in
January 1997, PhD Program in 2003 and Diploma in Public Health
(DPH) in 2005. Central to its mission are:
1) Educating students to assume leadership roles in public health
policy and practice;
2) Advancing knowledge of the social, biological, economic and
behavioral dimensions of health and to perform costing, cost-
efficiency, and epidemiological studies and policy analysis; and
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3) To provide technical expertise and consultancy service on public
health issues to the public, NGO and the private sector. The Ministry
of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India has accepted this Centre
as a “Centre of Excellence for Public Health Training”.
There are part-time and full-time PhD program in Health Sciences. The
part-time registration for the PhD program i s only available in Health
Sciences at AMCHSS, not in other areas. There is no External or part-time
Registration for the PhD program in any other areas. PhD program is
conducted at all three wings of SCTIMST.

VIII. MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH (MPH)

The objectives of the Master of Public Health course are:

1. To provide a broad understanding of the core areas of public

health and related disciplines
2. To develop through a field-intense practical training
program the individual ability to identify a health problem
and conceptualize the related research questions, design a
community-based study to investigate the problem, collect
relevant data from the field, analyze the data and present
the findings in a policy or scientific context.
3. To help acquire knowledge and skills to analyze health
situations and help devise appropriate policies and
programs in a cost-effective manner.
4. To inculcate inter disciplinary approach to problem solving
skills in public health.

Duration
The program is a 24-month full time residential course commencing on
the first July every year. This has been designed to build
understanding, knowledge, skills and attitude for better public health
practice and research.

Minimum Educational Qualifications for Admission

Medical graduates (MBBS), Dental graduates (BDS), Graduates of
AYUSH(BAMS,BNYS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS), BTech or BE (Any Branch)
and graduates of four-year degree programs in veterinary/Nursing
sciences, Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Occupational Therapy,
Bachelor of Pharmacy, or students with a postgraduate degree in
Statistics/Biostatistics, Demography, Population Studies, Nutrition,
Sociology, Economics, Psychology, Anthropology, Social Work,
Management or Law. ”Work experience in a health-related field is
desirable.
Age: 40 years as on 1st July 2024.
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Age relaxation can be given in exceptional cases.
Total no of seats: 25+3 (Reservation will be followed as per Govt. of India
norms)

Course Open Reserved for Total

seats
SC ST OBC EWS PwD
(horizontal
reservation)
MPH 13 4 2 6 3 1 25+3

Method of selection

Indian students
Prospective candidates will be evaluated based on the basis of
educational qualifications, professional experience in the areaof
public health, written test and interview. Overseas candidates have
to provide certification for proficiency in English.

Overseas students
Selection will be based on educational qualifications, professional
experience, assessments made by the sponsoring organizations and a
telephonic interview. Applicants are required to submit two reference
letters in sealed envelopes from experts in the field of Public Health
along with the application form. Foreign national must apply through
the Indian Council of Cultural Relations & the Ministry of External
Affairs, Govt. of India, New Delhi.
Fee Structure (please see fee structure in page 6): The course fee
includes registration fee, examination fee, tuition fee, library fee and
charges for the computer lab.
The course fee does not include the cost of books, stationery, field
trips, dissertation, etc.
Accommodation: Only limited numbers of rooms are available at BMT
wing for the MPH Scholars. Preference shall be given to candidates from
outside the state. Many students might need to find own
accommodation.

IX. DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC HEALTH (DPH)

This is envisaged to provide capacity building in public health for
doctors working with various State or Central Government Departments
or agencies. MBBS doctors working with Government Agencies having at
least three years of work experience are considered for the course.

Duration: One Year (from July 2024 to June 2025)

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Minimum Experience required: Three years in Government service after
MBBS.

Age Limit: Up to 50 years as on 01-07-2024

Maximum number of seats: 10 + 1 (Reservation will be followed as per

Govt. of India norms).

Course Open Reserved for Total

seats SC ST OBC EWS PwD
(horizontal
reservation)
DPH 5 1 1 3 1 1 10+1

Selection: If there are more than 10 applications, selection will be based on

the performance in written test and interview to be conducted at this
Institute.

Medium of Instruction: English

Fee Structure: (please see fee structure in page no.6). The course fee
includes registration fee, examination fee, tuition fee, charges for computer
lab and does not include the cost of books, stationery, field trips, project
work and so on.

Accommodation: Candidates eligible for admission may find their own

accommodation.
COMMON FACILITIES FOR MPH & DPH STUDENTS
Computer lab: MPH & DPH Students have access to a state-of-the-art
computer laboratory equipped with e-mail and internet facilities.

Equipment for Class Presentations: Video Projector (LCD), Over Head

Projector and Slide Projector are available for class presentations.

Library: There is a good professional research and reference library with a

substantial collection of books and journals on Public Health.

a. PHD IN HEALTH SCIENCES (FULL TIME AND PART-TIME)

Part-time registration for the PhD program is available only in the Health
Sciences conducted at AMCHSS. There is no external or part-time
registration for the PhD program in any other areas. Please refer PhD
program section (page No. 40) for more details. For information on fee
structure refer to page No. 6. For further details, contact:

THE DEPUTY REGISTRAR

Division of Academic Affairs
SCTIMST, Trivandrum, Kerala- 695011, India.
Telephone: 91-471- 2524269/289/649/140
Fax: 91-471-2446433 E-mail: dreg@sctimst.ac.in Website: www.sctimst.ac.in
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SPONSORED CANDIDATES (for all Programs)
Candidates will be considered as “sponsored” only when they are financially
supported by the Government, Governmental agencies or Universities.
 For MD/DM/MCh Programs: The selection of the candidates for the
course is through the counseling based on the rank list of the
entrance examination of the INI-SS (Institutes of national Importance-
Super specialty) or INI-CET (Institutes of national Importance-
Common Entrance Test) conducted by the AIIMS, New Delhi and
further verification of certificates and other credentials/documents by
SCTIMST. For further details on the entrance exam, admission and
selection process, please visit the following website:
http://www.aiimsexams.ac.in.

Application must be through proper channel and submit a “No Objection

Certificate” from their employer along with their application forms.
Government orders regarding sponsorship conditions with financial support
must be submitted at the time of admission. The decision of the Institute
regarding the eligibility of sponsorship shall be final.
1. Sponsored seats are available in all programs at SCTIMST as
mentioned above.
2. All eligible sponsored candidates seeking admission will have to appear
in the entrance examination and go through the process of selection as
envisaged for all.
3. International candidates may be considered as sponsored candidates if
sponsored by their government/governmental agencies and found to be
eligible for admission as per the Medical Council of India/National
Medical Commission
4. No other type of preference will be given to sponsored candidates.
Sponsored candidates are eligible for seven days Leave-on-duty for
attending national conferences/workshops/seminars. They are not
eligible for stipend/salary from the Institute, accommodation, HRA,
medical reimbursement, travel grant, TA/DA and registration fee for
conferences, etc.

The number of sponsored candidates in any course will not exceed 50%
of the number of seats in the general quota.

FOREIGN NATIONALS (for all Programs)

The Institute accepts foreign nationals for various courses but there is no
reservation of seats for foreign nationals. Foreign nationals shall be
considered as sponsored candidates (need to be sponsored by their
government/governmental agencies and found to be eligible for
admission as per the Medical Council of India/National Medical
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Commission (NMC).
For MD/DM/MCh Programs: Admission to the program will be based on
the rank list in the entrance examination (INI-SS/INI-CET). They will be
considered as sponsored category as per the rules and regulations
mentioned under 'Sponsored Category’.
Foreign nationals are required to apply through the Indian Council of
Cultural Relations & the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of
India, New Delhi. It is advised that all international students take a
medical insurance policy to meet the expenses of medical treatments
during their course tenure at SCTIMST. A copy of the said insurance
policy should be submitted at the time of the final admission.
Registration of foreign medical degree to Kerala State Medical Councils
(KSMC)/Travancore - Cochin Medical Councils (TCMC) needs to be
obtained at the time of admission for MD/DM/MCh Programs.

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 JOINT PROGRAMS of SCTIMST, IIT MADRAS AND CMC VELLORE
1. MTech (Clinical Engineering)
2. PhD (Biomedical Devices and Technology)
Introduction
Over the last five decades, healthcare delivery has increasingly become
technology-driven - be it diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of
patients in the hospitals, or the development of new drugs, vaccines and
medical devices. Today India imports almost 80% of the implants and
devices used in our country. As a result, healthcare costs are high and
continue to increase. To address this issue, a twofold strategy is needed.
Firstly, it is required to set up the infrastructure and have trained human
resources for indigenous technology development. Secondly, it is necessary
to develop human resources for ensuring efficient and effective utilization
of the technology at the healthcare delivery points - i.e., mainly in the
hospitals.
The three institutions - IIT Madras, CMC Vellore, and SCTIMST
Trivandrum, each having a set of unique strengths and facilities, have
joined together in starting two programs - “MTech in Clinical Engineering”
and “PhD in Biomedical Devices & Technology” to address the issue of
capacity building for reducing India’s dependence on imports of medical
devices. A unique feature of these courses is the clinical attachment with
maximum exposure to the clinical environment. This ensures that, at the
end of the course, the students will be able to interact effectively with the
clinicians, and other medical and paramedical staff in the hospital
resulting in the identification of ‘unmet clinical needs’. This is also
expected to trigger further research leading to the development of
innovative indigenous healthcare technology.
Admission
(1) MTech (Clinical Engineering)
Aim: To train engineers to manage and ensure safe and effective use of
technology in hospitals and healthcare delivery settings.
Duration: Two years (rotation through all the three institutions).
Eligibility: BE/BTech recognized four- year course; on the basis of GATE
subject (AE, CE, CH, EC, EE, IN, ME, MN, MT, PI, TF, XE) and score.
Selection: Screening test and personal interview will be conducted by IIT,
Madras. (www.biotech.iitm.ac.in)
(2) PhD (Biomedical Devices and Technology)
Aim: To build leaders who can contribute to: (a) immediate specific needs of
industries, R & D laboratories, hospitals, etc., (b) to be innovators and
entrepreneurs in Biomedical Devices and Technology.
Duration: According to the current requirements of IIT Madras.
(www.biotech.iitm.ac.in)
Eligibility: ME/MTech/MS(Engg.) with the same eligibility conditions for
IITM PhD entrance/ MSc Physics.
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Selection: Screening test and personal interview will be conducted by IIT,
Madras.
Hostel: Hostel facilities are available in all the three Institutions.
Stipend: As per IIT Madras norms.
Fees Structure: (to be paid for the period required at BMT Wing, SCTIMST):

A) FEES FOR THE JOINT PROGRAM - MTech (CE) AT SCTIMST

Sl. No. Items of Fees & Deposits Amount (INR)

A. One-time fees
1. Admission fees 1,000
2. Registration Enrolment Fee 300
3. Caution Deposit (refundable) 10,000
4. Certificate fees 10,000
1,000
5. Student Welfare Fund 500
6. Identity Card 220
7. Medical Exam Fee 100
Total 13,120
Refundable 10,000
B. Semester fees
1. Tuition fee * 5,000
2. Examination fee 300
3. Library & Internet 500
Total 5,800
C. Hostel Fees
1. Hostel Admission fee 250
2. Hostel room rent (1500 x6) 9,000
3. Hostel Caution Deposit (refundable) 1,000
Total 10,250
Refundable 1,000
* SC/ST students/scholars are exempted from payment of Tuition fee
irrespective of their parental income.
B) FEES FOR PhD JOINT PROGRAM (BIOMEDICAL DEVICES AND TECHNOLOGY)
The same fee as the regular PhD program of SCTIMST for the period required at
BMT Wing (please see the fee structure on page 6).
CO-ORDINATORS:

SCTIMST: Dr. Roy Joseph

Scientist – G (Sr. Gr.), Division of Polymeric Medical Devices,
SCTIMST, BMT Wing, Poojappura, Trivandrum -695 012.
Kerala.
Tel: 0471-2520275, E-mail: rjoseph@sctimst.ac.in

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IIT Madras: Prof. Arun K. Thittai
Professor, Department of Applied Mechanics (Biomedical Group)
MSB 232A, Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Chennai-600036, Tamil Nadu State
Tel: 044-22574053, Email: akthittai@iitm.ac.in

CMC Vellore: Prof. Sivakumar Balasubramanian

Head, Department of Bioengineering
Christian Medical College
Bagayam, Vellore-632002
Tel: 0416-2285098, E-mail: siva82kb@cmcvellore.ac.in
For Application forms/number of seats/course fee etc., please visit the website
of IIT, Madras, Chennai (www.biotech.iitm.ac.in).

For further enquiries please contact:

The Deputy Registrar

Division of Academic Affairs
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
Trivandrum - 695011, Kerala, India.
Telephone: 91-471-2524140, 2524269
Fax: 91-471-2446433 E-mail: dreg@sctimst.ac.in
Website: www.sctimst.ac.in

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 AFFILIATED PROGRAMS OF SCTIMST CONDUCTED AT:

1) NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EPIDEMIOLOGY, CHENNAI

The National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), ICMR School of Public Health,

Chennai, which is an institution under the Indian Council of Medical Research
(ICMR) is offering a Master of Public Health (Epidemiology and Health
Systems) under the affiliated program of SCTIMST. The course commences on
1st July every year. The duration of the course is two years. The program is
structured on a “learning by doing” model comprising four contact sessions
across 13 months at NIE interspersed and with three field postings of 11
months duration (24 months duration in total).

Eligibility
Applicants having the following criteria will be eligible to apply for the
course:
• MBBS degree recognized by the Medical Council of India
• Three year’s experience in public health-related activities after MBBS
• Age up to 45 years of on the date of commencement of the course (1st
of July every year)
Method of selection: Please refer to the information brochure of NIE, Chennai
For more details, please contact:
THE DIRECTOR THE DEPUTY REGISTRAR
National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE) R- Division of Academic Affairs
127, TNHB, Ayappakkam, Chennai - 600 Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for
077, Tamil Nadu Medical Sciences and Technology
Phone: +91-44-26136420, Trivandrum - 695 011, Kerala
Fax: +91-44-26820464/26136426 Phone: +91 -471- 2520140
Email: directorne@dataone.in; Fax: +01-471-2446443
nieicmr@gmail.com Email: dreg@sctimst.ac.in,
Website: www.nie.gov.in Website: www.sctimst.ac.in

2) CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE (CMC), VELLORE

The following affiliated programs of SCTIMST are offered at the Christian

Medical College, Vellore.

a) Master of Science (MS) Bioengineering

b) PhD in Bioengineering / Biomedical Sciences/Health Sciences
c) Master of Public Health
Eligibility
a) MS Bioengineering applicants should have:
i. An undergraduate degree in engineering, preferably electrical, electronic,
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 mechanical, computer science or equivalent.
ii. A qualifying GATE score is required.
b) PhD in Bioengineering applicants should have:
i. An undergraduate degree in engineering, preferably electrical,
electronics, mechanical, computer Science or equivalent, and a Master’s
degree in Engineering preferably Bioengineering, Biomedical
Engineering, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or equivalent.
ii. A qualifying GATE score is required.
iii. Some exposure to college level Biology or Biomedical Research.

c) PhD in Biomedical Sciences applicants should have:

The qualification as per the criteria given above for PhD in Biological
Sciences/ Biomedical Sciences stream.
d) PhD in Health Sciences applicants should have:
Qualification as per the criteria given above for PhD in Health Sciences
stream.
e ) Master of Public Health
Who can apply: Medical graduates (MBBS), Dental graduates (BDS),
Graduates of AYUSH (BAMS, BNYS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS), BTech or BE (Any
Branch) and graduates of four-year degree programs in Veterinary/Nursing
sciences, Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Occupational Therapy,
Bachelor of Pharmacy, or students with a postgraduate degree in
Statistics/Biostatistics, Demography, Population Studies, Nutrition, Sociology,
Economics, Psychology, Anthropology, Social Work, Management or Law.”
Work experience in a health- related field is desirable.
Core course subjects will be taught in the first year (60 credits). Teaching
methods will include didactic lectures, assignments, exercises, community
work for data collection, analysis and visit to public health/administrative
facilities
Admissions:
Application to MS and MPH programs is usually advertised at CMC, Vellore
in February, and candidates must apply before the end of April. An interview
of short-listed candidates will be called in June to select suitable candidates.
Term starts in the last week of July.
Duration of course:
MS Bioengineering – two years
PhD in Bioengineering / Biomedical sciences – Normally three years,
extendable up to five years.
PhD Life Sciences needs to follow the rules/regulations specified in the PhD
manual (General)/Admission Notifications / SOP for students.
Master of Public Health - two years
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Apply to CMC Vellore and selection tests /interview will be held there.

For Admission and Further Details, Please Contact:

For MS & PhD in Bioengineering: For MPH program:

Prof. Sivakumar Balasubramanian Prof. Vinod Abraham

Head, Department of Bioengineering Head, Dept. Community Health
Christian Medical College Christian Medical College, Vellore
Bagayam, Vellore-632002 E-mail: chad@cmcvellore.ac.in
Tel: 0416-2285098
E-mail: siva82kb@cmcvellore.ac.in

The Deputy Registrar

Division of Academic Affairs
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
Trivandrum – 695011
Tel: (0471) 2520440 , 2524140
E-mail: dreg@sctimst.ac.in

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application form and application fee to be submitted through ONLINE MODE ONLY
(Website: www.sctimst.ac.in).

All bank charges are to be borne by the applicant.

Application Fee (In Rupees)

PDCC/PDF : 2000 (1600 for SC/ST candidates)

PhD/MPH/DPH : 1500 (1200 for SC/ST candidates)
Diploma/PG Diploma/Advanced certificate courses : 800 (640 for SC/ST candidates)

The hard copy of the duly signed online generated application form along with
original and self-attested copies of the certificates proving age, essential
qualifications, Medical/Nursing council registration certificate, proof of caste
certificate; if eligible for reservation, No objection certificate; if employed, proof of fee
payment and other relevant documents are to be produced at the time of admission.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read the instructions available on the website before filling out the
application form.

2. Fill up the Application Form online carefully.

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 3. If you are an employee of a State or Central Government or Public
Sector Undertaking, No objection certificate should be obtained from
the employer prior to the submission of the online application. The
application will not be considered if NOC is not uploaded with the
application.

4. No intimation will be sent to candidates not called for the Entrance

Examination or not selected and no correspondence on this subject will be
entertained.

5. The rules are subject to change in accordance with decisions of the Institute
taken from time to time.

6. All the correspondence will be through the registered email/mobile phone.

Checklist of documents to be uploaded at the time of online application

1. Photograph (Passport size with white background)

2. Document to prove age

3. Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer) issued by revenue

authorities not below the rank of a Tahsildar (valid as per Govt. of India
norms).

4. Eligible candidates applying under the EWS category are required to produce
an EWS certificate issued by a competent authority in the prescribed format
given in the annexure.

5. “No Objection Certificate” in case of employed candidates

6. Certificates to prove academic qualifications, marks, achievements and

experience.

7. Registration Certificate: Medical (MBBS/MD/MS/DNB)/Nursing

8. Candidate should furnish a certificate from the respective colleges to the

effect that the Department/Course is recognized by MCI or National Medical
Commission (applicable only for postdoctoral courses).

Note: In the case of PDF programs, those who have not completed DM & MCh/
equivalent courses at the time of interview shall produce the original certificates at
the time of joining.

HALL TICKET/CALL LETTER

Eligible candidates for the entrance examination can download the Hall Ticket/ Call
letter ten days prior to the scheduled date for the entrance examination from the
SCTIMST website www.sctimst.ac.in. Intimation regarding hall ticket will be sent to
the candidate’s registered e-mail ID.

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VENUE FOR ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

PDF, PDCC, Diploma/PG Diploma, ACP SCTIMST, Thiruvananthapuram

and PhD programs
MPH and DPH programs As per the Notification published in
March or April, 2024
Definition of categories:

Unreserved (UR) candidates: Unreserved stands for all applicants including

overseas citizens of India.

Other Backward Class- Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) Candidates: Under

the OBC-NCL category, only castes as mentioned in the Central list of OBCs,
published by the Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India,
will be considered. In addition, the candidate should also satisfy the condition
of the non-creamy layer as defined by the Government of India. The OBC-NCL
candidates seeking the benefits of reservation are required to produce the
recently issued original certificate by a competent authority in the prescribed
format given in Annexure - I. The certificates (in original) must be produced at
the time of verification at the specified Reporting Centres, failing which the
candidature will not be considered for admission under the OBC-NCL category.

Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) Candidates

The seats are reserved for the candidate belonging to SC/ST as per
Government Instructions, provided candidates fulfil the minimum admission
requirements prescribed by the institute for the purpose. The candidates
belonging to SC/ST are required to furnish certificate from a revenue officer
not below the rank of Tahsildar, sub divisional officer of the area where the
candidate and /or his family normally resides. The documents (in original),
must be produced at the time of verification at the specified Reporting Centres,
failing which the candidature will be cancelled. Seats that remain vacant under
the ST category shall be allotted to SC candidates if there are no eligible ST
candidates. Seats remaining vacant under the SC/ST categories shall not be
filled by candidates belonging to any other category.

Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Candidates:

5% seats are reserved for PwD candidates in MPH, DPH, MPhil and
Diploma/PG Diploma/Certificate programs. The benefit of reservation shall be
given only to those who have at least 40% physical impairment. Candidates
seeking benefit under this category are requested to produce original
certificates along with a copy, issued by a district medical board/ competent
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authority, at the time of entrance examination at the specified Reporting
Centres, failing which the candidature will not be considered for admission
under the PwD category.

Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) Candidates: Eligible candidates

applying under EWS category are requested producing EWS certificate issued
by a competent authority in the prescribed format given in the annexure - II.
Certificates in any other format will not be accepted. The certificate (in original
and a copy) must be produced at the time of verification at the specified
Reporting Centres, failing which the candidature will not be considered for
admission under the EWS category.

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 ANTI-RAGGING AFFIDAVIT

Ragging in all its forms is prohibited in the Institute

All candidates at the time of admission to the Institute will be required to

furnish an undertaking in the form of an affidavit that the candidate will
not indulge in any form of ragging and, if found ragging, the Institute may
take appropriate action against the erring students.

Regarding ragging the directive of the Hon’ble Supreme Court will be followed
strictly. It is as under: “As per the direction of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of
India, the Government has banned ragging completely in any form inside and
outside of the campus and the Institute authorities are determined not to allow
any form of the ragging. Whoever directly or indirectly commits, participates in
abets or instigates ragging within or outside any educational Institution, shall
be suspended, expelled or rusticated from the Institution and shall also be
liable to a fine. The punishment may also include cancellation of admission,
suspension from attending the classes, withholding/withdrawing
fellowship/scholarship and other financial benefits, or withholding or
cancelling the result. The decision shall be taken by the Head of the
Institution."

All students/residents are advised to fill the anti-ragging undertaking through

online portal (Link to fill out the online undertaking affidavit by students and parents:
https://antiragging.in/undertaking_request.php/www.antiragging.in/affidavitregistration
disclaimer.html / www.c4yindia.org/Home/Undertaking) before submitting application at
SCTIMST and submit the proof of the same to Division of Academic Affairs
during admission.
Step by step guide on how to fill an online anti-ragging undertaking are
available at https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/8408691_Step-by-step-guide-
on-How-to-fill-Online-Anti-Ragging-Undertaking.pdf

National Anti-Ragging Helpline

Phone No -: 1800-180-5522
Email -: helpline@antiragging.in

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Prohibition of and Punishment for Ragging:

1. Ragging in any form is strictly prohibited, within the premises of the

Institution and any part of SCTIMST and also outside SCTIMST.
2. Ragging for the purpose of these rules, ordinarily means any act,
conduct or practice by an individual or any collective act by which
dominant power or status of a senior students/residents is brought to
bear on students/residents freshly enrolled or students/residents who
are, in any way, considered junior or inferior by other
students/residents which;
i. Involve physical assault or threat or use of physical force.
ii. Violate the status, dignity and honor of women students.
iii. Violate the status, dignity and honor of physically
disabled/transgender students.
iv. Violate the status; dignity and honor of students/residents
belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other
Backward Castes.
v. Exposes student/resident to ridicule and contempt and affect their
self-esteem.
vi. Entail verbal abuse and aggression, indecent gesture and obscene
behavior.
vii. The Dean, Associate Dean, Registrar, Hostel Warden and HoDs of
SCTIMST may suo-moto enquiry into any ragging incident and
report to the Director of the identity of those who have engaged and
the nature of the incident. The Director of SCTIMST shall take
necessary action based on the report.
3. Any person aggrieved in this matter may fearlessly approach the Anti-
ragging committee/anti-ragging squad/ Associate Dean (Faculty and
Student Affairs)/ Division of Academic Affairs of SCTIMST for a fair and
concerned hearing and redressal.

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Anti-Ragging Committee
1 Director Chairman
2 Head, BMT Wing Member
3 HoD, Cardiology Member
4 HoD, CVTS Member
5 HoD, Neurology Member
6 HoD, Neurosurgery Member
7 HoD, Anaesthesiology Member
8 HoD, IS&IR Member
9 HOD, AMCHSS Member
10 Lecturer in Nursing Member
11 One Parent Representative Member
12 One Junior student Member
representative
13 One Senior student Member
representative
14 Mrs. Priya P., Member
Administrative Officer
15 AAO (Academic) Convener
Please see the website for more details
https://www.sctimst.ac.in/Academic%20and%20Research/

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 IMPORTANT CONTACT ADDRESSES
Designation Name Telephone No. email-ID
Director Dr. Sanjay Behari 91-471 - 2524400 director@sctimst.ac.in
Head BMT Wing–I/C Dr. Harikrishna Varma P.R. 91-471 - 2520201 headbmtw@sctimst.ac.in
Dean (Academic Affairs) Dr. Roy Joseph 91-471 - 2524500 dean@sctimst.ac.in
Head AMCHSS Dr. Biju Soman 91-471 - 2524230 bijusoman@sctimst.ac.in
Associate Dean (PhD Program) Dr. Umashankar P.R. 91-471 - 2520226 mohanpv@sctimst.ac.in
Associate Dean Dr. Harikrishnan S. 91-471 - 2524457 drhari@sctimst.ac.in
(Research & Publication Cell)
Associate Dean Dr. Sylaja P.N. 91-471 - 2524482 sylajapn@sctimst.ac.in
(Faculty & student affairs)
Associate Dean Dr. Srinivasan K. 91-471 - 2524243 ksrini@sctimst.ac.in
(Health Science Studies)
Associate Dean (Curriculum & Dr. Manikandan S. 91-471 – 2524463/ kanmanis@sctimst.ac.in
Examinations) 2524575
Registrar Dr. Santhosh Kumar B. 91-471 - 2524150 reg@sctimst.ac.in
Deputy Registrar Ms. Radha M. 91-471 - 2524140 dreg@sctimst.ac.in
Asst. Admin. Officer (Academic) Ms. Chithra T.S. 91-471 - 2524269 regoffice@sctimst.ac.in

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 HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS/DIVISIONS

Dept./Divn. Name Telephone No. email-ID

AMCHSS Dr. Biju Soman 91-471-2524230 bijusoman@sctimst.ac.in

HOSPITAL WING

Anaesthesiology Dr. Shrinivas V.G. 91-471-2524424 shri@sctimst.ac.in

Biochemistry–I/C Dr. Srinivas G. 91-471-2524689 srinivasg@sctimst.ac.in

Division of Clinical Engineering Er. Shaj Upendran 91-471-2524123 shaj@sctimst.ac.in

Cardiology Dr. Harikrishnan S. 91-471-2524457 drhari@sctimst.ac.in

Cardiovascular & Thoracic
Surgery Dr. Vivek V. Pillai vvp@sctimst.ac.in

Computer Division-I/C Er. Suresh Kumar B. 91-471-2524632 suresh@sctimst.ac.in

Transfusion Medicine Dr. Debashish Gupta 91-471-2524476 dgupta@sctimst.ac.in

Microbiology Dr. Kavita Raja 91-471-2524222 kavita_raja@sctimst.ac.in

Neurology Dr. Sylaja P.N. 91-471-2524482 sylajapn@sctimst.ac.in

Neurosurgery Dr. Krishnakumar K. 91-471-2524246 kkns@sctimst.ac.in

Nursing Education Ms. Suja Raj L. 91-471-2524416 ins@sctimst.ac.in

Pathology-I/C Dr. Deepti A. N. 91-471-2524605 akkihebbal@sctimst.ac.in

Imaging Sciences and
Interventional Radiology Dr. Bejoy Thomas 91-471-2524220 bejoy@sctimst.ac.in

For courses related to PGDMRS and ACP please contact

Medical Records Mr. Sivaprasad R. 91-471 2524415 smro@sctimst.ac.in

Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation Dr. Jijo Varghese 91-471-2524623 pmrsectiondr@sctimst.ac.in
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BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY WING
Head, BMT Wing –I/C Dr. Harikrishna Varma P.R. 0471-2520201 varma@sctimst.ac.in
Assoc. Head, BMT Wing Er. Muraleedharan C.V. 0471-2520259 muralicv@sctimst.ac.in
Department of Applied
Biology Dr. Mohanan P.V. 0471-2520266 mohanpv@sctimst.ac.in
Dept. of Biomaterials
Sciences & Technology Dr. Manoj Komath 0471-2520320 manoj@sctimst.ac.in
Dept. of Medical Devices
Engineering Dr. Ramesh P. 0471-2520225 rameshp@sctimst.ac.in
Dept. of Technology &
Quality Management Er. Balram S. 0471-2520308 balrams@sctimst.ac.in

STUDENT RESERVATION & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CELL

1. Associate Dean (Faculty & Student Affairs) Liaison Officer (Ex-officio)

2. Nodal officer for scholarships to students in the Institute Member (Ex-officio)
3. Dr. Roy Joseph Scientist – G., BMT Wing - Member
4. Dr. Biju Soman Professor, AMCHSS – Member
5. Dr. Unnikrishnan K.P. Professor, Dept. of Anaesthesiology – Member
6. Er. Ranjith G. Engineer – E – Member
7. Mr. A. Imthiaz Ahamed Parent representative
8. Registrar Member
9. Mr. Sunil L., Animal Handler-A PWD Member
10 Ms. Deepthy Chandran A. Student Member
11. Dy. Registrar Convener

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 Students Grievance and Redressal Committee

Dr. Rakhal Gaitonde Chairman +91-471-2520241 shri@sctimst.ac.in

Dr. Sanjay G. Member +91-471-2524384 kknnamboodiri@sctimst.ac.in
Dr. Ajai Prasad Hrishi P. Member +91-471-2524246 kkns@sctimst.ac.in
Dr. Ramesh P. Member +91-471-2520256 anoop@sctimst.ac.in
Dr. Anugya Bhatt Member +91-471-2520241 rakhal.gaitonde@sctimst.ac.in
Dr. Jissa V.T. Member +91-471-2520261 rpvarma@sctimst.ac.in
Ms. Suja Raj L. Member +91-471-2520416 ins@sctimst.ac.in
Mr. Tijo George Student Member +91-471-2520596 deepthy@sctimst.ac.in
Ms.Divya M.R. SC/ST representative
A student representing Special invitee
the wing where the
grievance has occurred
to be nominated by Dean
or Director
A student member representing the wing where the grievance has occurred to be nominated by the Dean/Director

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 DISCLAIMER
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this
information at the time of publication, addition, updates, alterations and
changes in circumstances may occur between the time of publication and the
time the user views the information. The Institute advises users to verify
the accuracy and completeness of the information with the Academic
Division in case of any doubt (0471-2524269).

............................

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 ANNEXURE - I
FORM OF CERTIFICATE TO BE PRODUCED BY OTHER BACKWARD CLASSES
APPLYING FOR ADMISSION TO CENTRAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS (CEIs),
UNDER THE GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

This is to certify that Shri/Smt./Kum. ...........................................................

Son/Daughter of Shri/Smt. ............................................................................. of
Village/Town ........................................................................................... District/
Division ............................................................... in the .....................................
State belongs to the .............................................................. Community which is
recognized as a backward class under:
I. Resolution No. 12011/68/93-BCC(C) dated 10/09/93 published in the Gazette
of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 186 dated 13/09/93
II. Resolution No. 12011/9/94-BCC dated 19/10/94 published in the Gazette of
India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 163 dated 20/10/94
III. Resolution No. 12011/7/95-BCC dated 24/05/95 published in the Gazette
of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 88 dated 25/05/95.
IV. Resolution No. 12011/96/94-BCC dated 9/03/96.
V. Resolution No. 12011/44/96-BCC dated 6/12/96 published in the Gazette of
India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 210 dated 11/12/96
VI. Resolution No. 12011/13/97-BCC dated 03/12/97
VII. Resolution No. 12011/99/94-BCC dated 11/12/97.
VIII. Resolution No. 12011/68/98-BCC dated 27/10/99.
IX. Resolution No. 12011/88/98-BCC dated 6/12/99 published in the Gazette
of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 270 dated 06/12/99.
X. Resolution No. 12011/36/99-BCC dated 04/04/2000 published in the
Gazette of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 71 dated 04/04/2000
XI. Resolution No. 12011/44/99-BCC dated 21/09/2000 published in the
Gazette of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 210 dated 21/09/2000
XII. Resolution No. 12015/9/2000-BCC dated 06/09/2001.
XIII. Resolution No.12011/1/2001-BCC dated 19/06/2003.
XIV. Resolution No. 12011/4/2002-BCC dated 13/01/2004.
XV. Resolution No. 12011/9/2004-BCC dated 16/01/2006 published in the
Gazette of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 210 dated 16/01/2006.
XVI. Resolution No. 12011/14/2004-BCC dated 12/03/2007 published in the
Gazette of India Extraordinary Part I Section I No. 67 dated 12/03/2007
XVII. Resolution No. 12015/2/2007-BCC dated 18/08/2010.
XVIII. Resolution No. 12015/13/2010-BCC dated 08/12/2011.

Shri/Smt./Kum. ..................................................................... and / or his family

ordinarily reside(s) in the ........................................................................ District /
Division of ......................................................... State. This is also to certify that
he/she does not belong to the persons/sections (Creamy Layer) mentioned in
Column 3 of the Schedule to the Government of India, Department of Personnel &
Training O.M. No. 36012/22/93-Estt.(SCT) dated 08/09/93 which is modified vide OM
No. 36033/3/2004 Estt.(Res.) dated 09/03/2004 and further modified vide OM No.
36033/3/2004-Estt. (Res.) dated 14/10/2008 and further modified vide OM No.
36033/1/2013-Estt (Res.) dated 27/05/2013 or the latest notification of the
Government of India.

Dated: District Magistrate / Deputy Commissioner/ Competent

Authority

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 Seal

NOTE:

a. The term ‘Ordinarily’ used here will have the same meaning as in Section
20 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950.
b. The authorities competent to issue Caste Certificates are indicated below:
i. District Magistrate / Additional Magistrate / Collector / Deputy
Commissioner / Additional Deputy Commissioner / Deputy Collector / Ist
Class Stipendiary Magistrate / Sub-Divisional magistrate / Taluk
Magistrate/ Executive Magistrate / Extra Assistant Commissioner (not
below the rank of Ist Class Stipendiary Magistrate).

ii. Chief Presidency Magistrate / Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate /

Presidency Magistrate
iii. Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar’ and
iv. Sub-Divisional Officer of the area where the candidate and / or his family
resides.

v. The date of issue of OBC (NCL) certificate should be within one year from
the last date of application.

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 ANNEXURE – II
Government of .............
(Name & Address of the authority issuing the certificate)
INCOME & ASSETS CERTIFICATE TO BE PRODUCED BY ECONOMICALLY
WEAKER SECTIONS.
Certificate No______________ Date:_______________
VALID FOR THE YEAR __________

This is to certify that Shri/Smt./Kumari

____________________________________son/daughter/wife of
______________________________ permanent resident of ____________________,
Village/Street __________________Post Office _____________________ District
____________________________ in the State/ Union Territory ____________________Pin
Code _________________ whose photograph is attested below belongs to Economically
Weaker Sections, since the gross annual income* of his/her “family"** is below Rs. 8
lakh (Rupees Eight Lakh only) for the financial year_________ . His/her family does not
own or possess any of the following assets***
I. 5 acres of agricultural land and above;
II. Residential flat of 1000 sq. ft. and above;
Ill. Residential plot of 100 sq. yards and above in notified municipalities;
IV. Residential plot of 200 sq. yards and above in areas other than the notified
municipalities.
2. Shri/Smt/Kumari ________________________________ belongs to the
______________ caste which is not recognized as a Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe
and Other Backward Classes (Central List)

Signature with seal of Office __________________________

Name __________________________
Designation__________________________

Recent Passport size

attested photograph
of the applicant

*Note1: Income covered all sources i.e. salary, agriculture, business, profession, etc.
**Note 2: The term “Family” for this purpose include the person, who seeks benefit of
reservation, his/her parents and siblings below the age of 18 years as also his/her
spouse and children below the age of 18 years
***Note 3: The property held by a “Family” in different locations or different
places/cities have been clubbed while applying the land or property holding test to
determine EWS status.

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 ANNEXURE - III
BOND FORMAT FOR Senior Residents /Junior residents
ARTICLES OF AGREEMENT, made this day of____________ Two
thousand and twenty-four between__________________________________
son/daughter of ____________________________________________________
(hereinafter called the Senior Resident/Junior Resident) of the one part and
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum
(herein after called the Institute’ through its Director) of the other part.
WHEREAS the Institute intends to admit the part of the first part as a Senior
Resident/Junior Resident for a period of three years commencing from the
_________day of January,2024.
AND WHEREAS it has been agreed between the parties hereto that the Senior
Resident/Junior Resident shall serve the Institute on the terms and conditions
herein contained.
NOW THESE PRESENTS witness and the parties here to respectively agree as
follows:
1. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall submit himself/herself to the
orders of the Institute and Officers and authorities under whom he/she
may from time to time be placed by the Director, Sree Chitra Tirunal
Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology shall serve as
________________________________Senior Resident/Junior Resident for a
period of 03 years commencing from the _______ day of January, 2024
until his/her services are terminated previously as hereinafter provided.
2. The services of the Senior Resident/Junior Resident may be terminated
as follows:
(i) By the Director of the Institute without any previous notice if the Director
of the Institute is satisfied on medical evidence that the Senior
Resident/Junior Resident is unfit and is likely for a considerable period to
continue unfit by the reason of ill health for the discharge of his/her
duties PROVIDED ALWAYS that the decision of the Director that the
Senior Resident/Junior Resident is unfit and is likely to continue unfit,
shall be conclusive and binding on him/her.
(ii) By the Director of the Institute without any previous notice, if the Senior
Resident/Junior Resident shall be guilty of any insubordination,
interference or other misconduct or any breach or non-performance of any
of the provisions of the agreement, or of any rules pertaining to the
Institute, PROVIDED ALWAYS that the decision of the Director of the
Institute in this behalf shall be conclusive and binding on him/her.
(iii) By thirty days notice in writing given at any time during service under
this Agreement by the Director of the Institute or its authorized officer to
him/her, without cause assigned.
PROVIDED ALWAYS that the Director of the Institute may in lieu of any
notice herein provided for, give the Senior Resident/Junior Resident a sum
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equivalent to the amount of his/her salary for thirty days or shorter notice
than thirty days.
3. If the Senior Resident/Junior Resident be suspended from duty in
connection with any investigation into his/her conduct, he/she shall not
be entitled to any salary during such period of suspension.
4. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall devote his/her whole time to
the duties of the said service and shall not engage, directly or indirectly,
in any trade/business/occupation/or profession (including any private
practice) on his/her own account and shall not (except in case of accident
or sickness certified by competent medical authority) absent
himself/herself from his/her said duties without having first obtained
permission from the Director of the Institute or its authorized officers.
5. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall not, except as provided in this
Agreement, resign his/her position without completing the course to
which he/she has been admitted by the Institute. Concerned defaulter
shall be liable to pay an amount of 50,00,000/- (Rupees Fifty Lakhs). if
decided to leave after the last date of closure of admission, ie on or after
__________.03.2024.
6. With effect from ………..day of…………….2024 the Institute shall pay
the Senior Resident/Junior Resident so long as he/she remains in the
said capacity and actually performs his/her duties as aforesaid, a
monthly salary as per the Institute rules.
7. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident should pay the prescribed annual
tuition fee on or before 31st January of subsequent academic years.
8. The Senior Resident shall be eligible for such concession in relation to a
medical attendance and treatment as may be prescribed by the Institute.
9. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident will be provided as per their
entitlement, single/Double/family accommodation in the hostel. The
Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall have to abide by the rules and
regulations of the hostel of the Institute where he is accommodated and
shall occupy the room allotted to him / her only as a licensee. When the
Institute is unable to offer eligible accommodation, HRA may be paid to
such Senior Residents/Junior Resident as per Institute Rules.
10. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall vacate the accommodation
given to him / her as aforesaid within 10 days of the expiry of the term or
earlier in the event of early termination of Senior Residentship/Junior
Residentship. The Director of the Institute, where such accommodation is
provided, shall be entitled to take action for eviction in case the Senior
Resident/Junior Resident fails or neglects to vacate such an
accommodation and delivery of peaceful possession thereof to the
Director.
11. Besides academic working in pursuance of studies he/she shall carry out
all the duties and responsibilities required of him/her to be performed as
assigned by the Head of the Department/Units where he/she will be
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 placed in the discharge of patient care and maintenance of records and
such other clinical and technical duties as may be assigned to him/her by
the aforesaid authorities from time to time in the interest of efficient
patient care and running of the hospital. The decision of Director of the
Institute as to whether the Senior Resident/Junior Resident has
satisfactorily carried out all the duties and responsibilities aforesaid shall
be final and binding on the Junior Resident.
12. The working hours of the Senior Resident/Junior Resident will not
normally exceed continuous duty for more than twelve hours in a day,
subject to such exigencies as may arise in the working of the Department
(Units/Wards) where he/she may be placed and in this respect also the
decision of the Director of the Institute shall be final and binding on the
Senior Resident/Junior Resident.
13. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall be liable to be on call and stay
duties, which shall not normally exceed 12 hours at a time.
14. During the term he/she shall be entitled to leave as per the rules of the
Institute.
15. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall not be allowed to apply for a
job position /assignment elsewhere during the course of his/her studies
and such application shall not be forwarded during the validity of the
agreement.
16. The Senior Resident/Junior Resident shall not be issued
certificate/testimonial of any kind bearing evidence of satisfactory work,
experience, performance etc. in case of discontinuation of his/her studies.
17. Ragging in any form is prohibited in the Institute and those found
resorting to ragging of fellow Senior Residents/Junior Resident and if
found guilty will be dismissed from the Institute. I have read this note and
abide by it.
IN WITNESS WHERE OF the Senior Resident/Junior Resident and the Dean of
the Institute for and on behalf of the Institute have here to set their hands the
day and year first herein above written.
Surety terms
Signed by (in block letters) in the presence of witnesses.
(Name and Signature of the Senior Resident/Junior Resident)
Signature of Witness with Name & Address
1.
2.
DEAN (Academic Affairs)
For and on behalf of SCTIMST, Thiruvananthapuram.

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I ……………………………….a Senior Resident/Junior Resident at the Sree
Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, understand
that I will be assessed at the end of six months after my admission to the said
course, for my academic ability, desire for training, acquisition of competence,
commitment to patient care, interpersonal relationship etc. I also understand
that, in case my scoring is low, I will be given a chance to improve in the next
3 months and unsatisfactory, my registration will be terminated.
I undertake to complete the said course as per the requirements of the Sree
Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology. In the event of my
leaving the studies, an amount of Rs. 50,00,000/- (Rupees Fifty Lakhs) shall
be paid by me, if decided to leave the course on or after the second day of
joining after the last day of joining period as prescribed at admission.

Date:
Signature of the Candidate

Signed in the presence of Witnesses: (Name & Address)

1. Signature

2. Signature

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 ANNEXURE - IV
BOND FORMAT FOR DIPLOMA STUDENTS
ARTICLES OF AGREEMENT, made this day of ____________, January Two
thousand and Twenty-four between_____________________________
son/daughter of ______________________________ (hereinafter called the
student) of the one part and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences
& Technology, Trivandrum (hereinafter called the ‘Institute’ through its
Director) of the other part.

WHEREAS the Institute intends to admit the party of the first part as a
student for a period of 02 years commencing from the ________ day of
January, 2024.
AND WHEREAS it has been agreed between the parties hereto that the
student shall serve the Institute on the terms and conditions herein
contained.
NOW THESE PRESENTS witness and the parties here to respectively agree as
follows:

1. The student shall submit himself/herself to the orders of the Institute

and Officers and authorities under whom he/she may from time to time be
placed by the Director, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences &
Technology and shall serve as___________________________________ student
for a period of 02 years commencing from the________ day of January,2024
until his/her services are terminated previously as hereinafter provided.

2. The services of the student may be terminated as follows:

a. By the Director of the Institute without any previous notice if the
Director of the Institute is satisfied on medical evidence that the student is
unfit and is likely for a considerable period to continue unfit by the reason of
ill health for the discharge of his/her duties PROVIDED ALWAYS that the
decision of the Director that the student is unfit and is likely to continue
unfit, shall be conclusive and binding on him/her.
b. By the Director of the Institute without any previous notice, if the
student shall be guilty of any insubordination, interference or other
misconduct or any breach or non-performance of any of the provisions of the
agreement, or of any rules pertaining to the Institute, PROVIDED ALWAYS
that the decision of the Director of the Institute in this behalf shall be
conclusive and binding on him/ her.
c. By thirty days notice in writing given at any time during service under
this Agreement by the Director of the Institute or its authorized officer to him,
without cause assigned.
PROVIDED ALWAYS that the director of the Institute may in lieu of any
notice herein provided for, give the student a sum equivalent to the amount of
his/her stipend/scholarship for thirty days or shorter notice than thirty days.

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3. If the student be suspended from duty in connection with any
investigation into his/her conduct, he/she shall not be entitled to any
stipend/scholarship during such period of suspension.

4. The student shall devote his/her whole time to the duties of the said
service and shall not engage, directly or indirectly, in any
trade/business/occupation/or profession (including any private practice) on
his/her own account and shall not (except in case of accident or sickness
certified by competent medical authority) absent himself/herself from his/her
said duties without having first obtained permission from the Director of the
Institute or its authorized officers.

5. The student shall not, except as provided in this Agreement, resign

his/her position without completing the course to which he/she has been
admitted by the Institute. Concerned defaulter shall be liable to pay a sum
equivalent to 6 months stipend/ scholarship.

6. With effect from ___________ day of January 2024 the Institute shall pay
the student so long as he/she remains in the said capacity and actually
performs his/her duties as aforesaid, a monthly stipend/scholarship asper
the Institute rules.

7. The student should pay the prescribed annual tuition fee on or before
31st January of subsequent academic years.

8. The student shall be eligible for such concession in relation to a medical

attendance and treatment as may be prescribed by the Institute.

9. The student will be provided single/shared accommodation in the hostel.

The student shall have to abide by the rules and regulations of the hostel of
the Institute where he is accommodated and shall occupy the room allotted to
him/ her only as a licensee.

10. The student shall vacate the accommodation given to him/her as

aforesaid within 10 days of the expiry of the term or earlier in the event of
early termination of studentship. The Director of the Institute, where such
accommodation is provided, shall be entitled to take action for eviction in
case the student fails or neglects to vacate such an accommodation and
delivery of peaceful possession thereof to the Director.

11. Besides academic working in pursuance of studies he/she shall carry

out all the duties and responsibilities required of him/her to be performed as
assigned by the Head of the Department/Units where he/she will be placed in
the discharge of patient care and maintenance of records and such other
clinical and technical duties as may be assigned to him/her by the aforesaid
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authorities from time to time in the interest of efficient patient care and
running of the hospital. The decision of Director of the Institute as to whether
the student has satisfactorily carried out all the duties and responsibilities
aforesaid shall be final and binding on the student.

12. The working hours of the student will not normally exceed continuous
duty for more than twelve hours in a day, subject to such exigencies as may
arise in the working of the Department (Units/Wards) where he/she may be
placed and in this respect also the decision of the Director of the Institute
shall be final and binding on the student.

13. The student shall be liable to be on call duty, which shall not normally
exceed 12 hours at a time.

14. During the term he/she shall be entitled to leave as per the rules of the
Institute.

15. The student shall not be allowed to apply for a job position/assignment
elsewhere during the course of his/her studies and such application shall not
be forwarded during the validity of the agreement.

16. The student shall not be issued certificate/testimonial of any kind

bearing evidence of satisfactory work, experience, performance etc. in case of
discontinuation of his/her studies.

17. Ragging in any form is prohibited in the Institute and those found
resorting to ragging of fellow students and if found guilty will be dismissed
from the Institute. I have read this note and abide by it.

IN WITNESS WHERE OF the student and the Dean, Academic Affairs of the
Institute for and on behalf of the Institute have here to set their hands the
day and year first hereinabove written.
Signed by ……………………………………………………………………..……(in
block letters) in the presence of witnesses.

(Signature of the student) Witness Signature

1.

2.
DEAN, Academic Affairs
For and on behalf of SCTIMST, Thiruvananthapuram.

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1. I _______________________________________ a student of
_____________________________________________________________ at the Sree
Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology, understand that I
will be assessed at the end of six months after my admission to the said
course, for my academic ability, desire for training, acquisition of competence,
commitment to patient care, interpersonal relationship etc. I also understand
that, in case my scoring is low, I will be given a chance to improve in the next
3 months and if found unsatisfactory, my registration will be terminated.
2. I undertake to complete the said course as per the requirements of the
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology. In the event
of my leaving the studies, in midterm should pay a sum equivalent to six
months stipend/scholarship as compensation to the above Institute.

3. I hereby agree to the above terms, unconditionally.

Date: Signature of the Candidate

Signed in the presence of Witnesses:

1. Name & Address of the Witness

Signature:

2. Name & Address of the Witness

Signature:

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 ANNEXURE - V
BOND FORMAT FOR PhD STUDENTS UNDER SCTIMST FELLOWSHIP

ARTICLES OF AGREEMENT, made this day of …………………….., Two thousand and

twenty four between …………………….. son/daughter of ………………….. (Hereinafter
called the student) of the one part and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical
Sciences & Technology, Trivandrum (hereinafter called the ‘Institute’ through its
Director) of the other part.

WHEREAS the Institute intends to admit the party of the first part as a student
for a period of 3 to ___ years commencing from the day of …………………………...

AND WHEREAS it has been agreed between the parties hereto that the student
shall serve the Institute on the terms and conditions herein contained.

NOW THESE PRESENTS witness and the parties hereto respectively agree as
follows:

1. The student shall submit himself/herself to the orders of the Institute and Officers
and authorities under whom he/she may from time to time be placed by the
Director, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology and shall
be as a student registered for Ph.D. program for a period of three years and
extendable up to maximum of five years, commencing from the day of
…………………………..until his/her studentship is terminated previously as
hereinafter provided.
2. The student may be terminated as follows or for any other offence:

(i) By the Director of the Institute without any previous notice if the Director of
the Institute is satisfied on medical evidence that the student is unfit and is
likely for a considerable period to continue unfit by the reason of ill health to
continue his/her education PROVIDED ALWAYS that the decision of the
Director that the student is unfit and is likely to continue unfit, shall be
conclusive and binding on him/her.
(ii) By the Director of the Institute without any previous notice, if the student
shall be guilty of any insubordination, interference or other misconduct or
any breach or non-performance of any of the provisions of the agreement, or
of any rules pertaining to the Institute, PROVIDED ALWAYS that the decision
of the Director of the Institute is this behalf shall be conclusive and binding
on him/her.
(iii) By a notice in writing given at any time during the tenure of period under this
Agreement by the Director of the Institute or its authorized officer to him,
without cause assigned.
3. If the student be suspended from studies in connection with any investigation
into his/her conduct, he shall not be entitled to any stipend during such period
of suspension.

4. The student shall devote his/her whole time to the studies and shall not engage,
directly or indirectly, in any trade/business/occupation/or profession (including
any private practice/work) on his/her own account.

5. The student shall not, except as provided in this Agreement, discontinue his/her
studentship without completing the course to which he/she has been admitted

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 by the Institute. Concerned defaulter shall be liable to return the whole
amount of scholarship received by him/her till the time of resignation OR a total
scholarship/stipend/emoluments received by him/her of 6 months, whichever is
higher and the separate rules/norms of fellowship/financial funding agencies, if
any.

6. The student will be provided with free hard furnished single room
accommodation in the hostel subject to its availability. The student shall have to
abide by the rules and regulations of the hostel of the Institute where he/she is
accommodated and shall occupy the room allotted to him/her only as a licensee.

7. The student shall vacate the accommodation given to him/her as aforesaid on

the day of completion of the course/termination of studentship. The Director of
the Institute, where such accommodation is provided, shall be entitled to take
action for eviction in case the student fails or neglects to vacate such an
accommodation and delivery of peaceful possession thereof to the Director.

10. During the term he/she shall be entitled to leave as per the rules of the Institute.

11. The student shall not be allowed to apply for a job position/assignment
elsewhere during the course of his/her studies and such application shall not be
forwarded during the validity of the agreement.

12. The student shall not be issued certificate/testimonial of any kind bearing
evidence of satisfactory work, experience, performance etc. in case of
discontinuation of his/her studies.

13. Ragging in any form is prohibited in the Institute and those found resorting to
ragging of fellow students and if found guilty will be dismissed from the Institute.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the student and the Dean of the Institute for and on behalf of
the Institute have here to set their hands the day and year first herein above written.

Signed by ………………………………….. in presence of witnesses (in block letters)

(Signature of the Ph.D. Student) Witnesses

Name Signature

1.

2.

DEAN

(for and on behalf of SCTIMST, Thiruvananthapuram)

1. I _______________________________________ a student of
_____________________________________________________________ at the Sree

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Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology, understand that I
will be assessed at the end of six months after my admission to the said
course, for my academic ability, desire for training, acquisition of competence,
commitment to patient care, interpersonal relationship etc. I also understand
that, in case my scoring is low, I will be given a chance to improve in the next
3 months and if found unsatisfactory, my registration will be terminated.
2. I undertake to complete the said course as per the requirements of the
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology. In the event
of my leaving the studies, in midterm should pay a sum equivalent to six
months fellowship or the total fellowship received, whichever is higher, as
compensation to the above Institute.

3. I hereby agree to the above terms, unconditionally.

Date: Signature of the Candidate

Signed in the presence of Witnesses:

1. Name & Address of the Witness

Signature:

2. Name & Address of the Witness

Signature:

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 ANTI-RAGGING AFFIDAVIT
ANNEXURE – VI, Part I
UNDERTAKING BY THE CANDIDATE/STUDENT
1. I, __________________S/o. D/o. of Mr./Mrs./Ms._____________, have carefully read and
fully understood the law prohibiting ragging and the directions of the Supreme Court
and the Central/State Government in this regard.

2. I have received a copy of the MCI Regulations on Curbing the Menace of Ragging in
Higher Educational Institutions, 2009.

3. I hereby undertake that-

 I will not indulge in any behavior or act that may come under the definition of
ragging,
 I will not participate in or abet or propagate ragging in any form,
 I will not hurt anyone physically or psychologically or cause any other harm.
4. I hereby agree that if found guilty of any aspect of ragging, I may be punished as per
the provisions of the MCI Regulations mentioned above and/or as per the law in
force.

Signed this ____day of ________ month of ______year

Signature
Address:_________________________________
_________________________________
Name:
(1) Witness: (2) Witness:

ANNEXURE – VI, Part II

UNDERTAKING BY PARENT/GUARDIAN
1. I, _______________________ F/o. M/o. G/o_______________, have carefully read and
fully understood the law prohibiting ragging and the directions of the Hon’ble
Supreme Court and the Central/State Government in this regard as well as the MCI
Regulations on Curbing the Menace of Ragging in Higher Educational Institutions,
2009.

2. I assure you that my son/ daughter/ ward will not indulge in any act of ragging.

3. I hereby agree that if he/she is found guilty of any aspect of ragging, he/she may be
punished as per the provisions of the MCI Regulations mentioned above and/or as
per the law in force.

Signed this _____ day of ____month of _______Year

Signature
Address:_________________________________
_________________________________
Name:
(1) Witness: (2) Witness:

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