DMLT Syllabus & Subjects 2025

The DMLT Syllabus is designed to prepare students with the skill sets and knowledge of medical facilities for assistance in medical sciences. Some of the core DMLT subjects included in the curriculum are Basic Concepts of MLT, Information and Communication Technology, Metabolic and Technical Biochemistry, Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Pathology, Human Anatomy & Physiology, and Technical Microbiology, among others. 

The DMLT Course is a 2-year-long degree program in the field of paramedical sciences, highlighting the medical techniques and methods to test, analyze, interpret and report the results effectively and efficiently. The DMLT Syllabus 2025 is divided into four semesters comprising both core and elective subjects. The entrance exam DMLT syllabus includes four subjects, namely, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics.

The year-wise Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology subjects have been provided below for an in-depth idea of the syllabus structure:

Interested students are advised to refer to the DMLT syllabus semester-wise listed below, to acquire an idea of the course curriculum: 

The DMLT Core Subjects list has been provided below for your reference:

The DMLT Elective Subjects list has been provided below for your reference:

Interested students may refer to the list of important DMLT Subjects and DMLT topics mentioned below in the table to derive an idea of the entrance exam DMLT Syllabus:

A way to enhance the knowledge and understanding of the field is to use references and guidebooks. These books will help students understand the different techniques and methodologies that have been in use in the field of medical lab technology. Some of the books recommended by faculties include:

• Clinical Microbiology and parasitology by Nanda Maheshwari
• Biochemistry for DMLT by Arya Bhusan and Arun Jyoti
• Clinical Pathology by Dr J.S.Chauhan
• Practical Human Anatomy and Physiology by Mr Mahaveer P.Kabra and Mr Atul Kabra

While these are some of the more recommended books, the faculty at the college or university a student has been enrolled in will also suggest additional books and guides that must also be used.

While the overall course structure is defined by the government medical education body, universities and colleges have the authority to determine the course structure as well. However, the commonly followed course structure for the DMLT syllabus has been outlined in the table below.

Note: While the course structure for DMLT will be similar across all universities and colleges offering the course, each college can and will add different courses, and practical sessions or adopt different teaching methodologies for the course.

DMLT course syllabus suggests a specific set teaching methodologies, to be followed in the medical field with the development of technology. With the growing interest in digital learning and hands-on experience with hospital and laboratory equipment, DMLT Syllabus has incorporated the new-age learning experience through advanced teaching methodologies and techniques. Listed below are some of the teaching methodologies that DMLT Syllabus suggests in general:

• Seminars
• Group Projects
• Digital Learning
• Traditional Classroom-based teaching
• Practical Lab sessions
• Self Directed Learning

DMLT course projects are given to the students for developing critical knowledge and skills for their college and career growth. Projects for DMLT courses give students hands-on experience and fieldwork for their future development. The project is to be completed by the end of the fourth semester. Some popular DMLT course projects are:

• Benefits of the Procalcitonin as a Diagnostic Biomarker in Rush’s Core Laboratory
• The Role of Store-Operated Channels in Inflammatory Cytokine Production in the Genetically Inherited Dermatosis Disease
• Validation of Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT) Assay on an Automated Platform at Northwestern Hospital
• Comprehensive Exam and Its Correlation with Board Certification Scores in Medical Laboratory Science Program at Rush University
• The Role of Hyperglycemia in CD4 T Cell Death