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Lab Technician

Healthcare

Perform diagnostic tests in labs — the backbone of healthcare. Steady demand across India and globally.

⏱ Total journey: ~3–4 years (Class 10 to working lab technician)

Salary Range

🟢 Entry: ₹15,000–₹28,000/month (Staff Technician)

🟡 Mid: ₹30,000–₹60,000/month (Senior Tech, Govt Hospital)

🔴 Senior: ₹70,000–₹1.5L/month (Gulf, Diagnostic Chain Supervisor)

Business Opportunity

Open your own diagnostic lab or NABL-accredited collection center. Dr. Lal PathLabs/Metropolis franchise earns ₹1.5–5L/month with ₹5–10L investment.

Step-by-step roadmap

Class 10 ⏱ Till age ~16

Class 10 — Science Focus

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Class 11–12 ⏱ 2 years

Science — PCB Stream

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Graduation ⏱ 2–3 years

DMLT (2 yrs Diploma) or BMLT (3 yrs Degree)

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Post-Graduation ⏱ Ongoing

Govt Jobs / Own Lab / Gulf

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