Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, established in 1973, is a premier institute of national importance located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The institute operates as a Central autonomous institution under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A' grade. The institute is ranked amongst the top medical research institutions in India, with Rank 8 in the NIRF 2025 Medical category. Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram offers a comprehensive range of programmes across Diploma, Postgraduate, and PhD levels in medical sciences, biomedical technology, and healthcare technology. The institute is renowned for its integrated approach combining patient care, research, and education. Admissions are conducted through NEET PG for medical courses, institutional entrance examinations for technology programmes, and direct admissions for research programmes. The institute comprises three main divisions: the Biomedical Technology Wing (BMT Wing), the Achutha Menon Centre for Health Science Studies (AMCHSS), and the Sri Chitra Tirunal Hospital for Medical Sciences and Technology. With state-of-the-art research facilities and a focus on innovation in medical technology, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram has established itself as a centre of excellence in cardiovascular diseases, neurological sciences, and biomedical engineering.