Yes, after completing the Diploma in Medical Lab Technician (MLT) from Puran Murti Campus in Sonepat, you are eligible to apply for various government jobs across India. Government sectors regularly recruit trained and certified lab technicians to support the ever-growing healthcare infrastructure in public hospitals, diagnostic centers, and rural healthcare programs.
Some of the common government bodies that hire diploma holders in MLT include:
ESIC (Employees’ State Insurance Corporation)
CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme)
AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences)
Railway Hospitals
State Health Departments
Defense Hospitals (Army/Navy/Air Force medical units)
Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) such as ONGC, BHEL, and SAIL with medical wings
National Health Mission (NHM) and Rural Health Initiatives
District or Civil Hospitals under state governments
Government job notifications typically require candidates to have passed a recognized diploma course in medical lab technology, and some also ask for a valid registration from a paramedical council, where applicable. In many cases, exams are conducted by bodies such as SSC, UPSC, or state-specific public service commissions. These exams may test general knowledge, science, and technical subject knowledge relevant to MLT.
Common roles in government employment include Lab Technician Grade-I/II, Junior Medical Lab Technologist, Pathology Assistant, or Diagnostic Assistant. Responsibilities involve collecting and analyzing samples, maintaining lab equipment, and assisting doctors in diagnosis and treatment through laboratory results.
One of the biggest benefits of government employment is job security, fixed working hours, pension benefits, and healthcare allowances. In addition, many government departments also provide opportunities for promotions and further training, which can help you grow into senior technician roles or administrative positions over time.
To improve your chances of selection, it’s advisable to:
Stay updated with job alerts on official websites
Prepare for entrance exams using technical and general knowledge materials
Obtain experience through internships or private lab jobs while applying