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When to apply for paramedical courses in government medical colleges in Kerala? What is the procedure for applying the course ?

The paramedical courses varies based on the university and college. Some of the courses available in Kerala government medical colleges are mentioned below.

Courses offered:
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Radiological Technology
- Ophthalmic Assistance
- Dental Mechanic certificate
- Hygienist certificate
- Operation Theatre Technology
- Cardiovascular Technician

Eligibility criteria:
- The candidate should complete their 10+2 or equivalent education in PCB subjects with 50% from any recognised board.
- There is relaxation based on the government rules.
- You need to attend the entrance exam conducted by the state or university.
- After qualifying in the exam you need to attend the counselling based on the merit list of the exam.

Some of the Paramedical courses offered in Kerala are as under:-
Diploma in Radiological Technology
Diploma in Operation Theater Technology
Diploma in Cardio Vascular Technician
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology
Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistance
Dental Hygienist Certificate
Dental Mechanic Certificate

To take admission in government paramedical college you have to complete your 12th standard with physics, chemistry and Biology stream from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks and after then you have to appear in the entrance exam conducted by the State University.
Minimum age required to appear in this entrance exam is 17 in the year of admission.

Can you please tell me the number of seats available for paramedical courses and nursing in each govt. Colleges in kerala.