Diploma in xray technology is a 2 year professional course pursued by students after completing 10+2. This course imparts knowledge about the techniques and methods used to operate the machines used in radiographic or x ray of  human body and also helps in developing the skill needed in conducting lab tests, x ray, electrocardiograms. Students pursuing this course get vast knowledge about ultrasound, CT scan, magnetic resonance, computer tomography etc. Not only this, but also about diagnosing and finding ailments or diseases in the body.

Candidates interested in pursuing this course are granted admission directly or by qualifying an entrance exam conducted at State or University level. It must be noted that candidates must have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 45% with Science stream from a recognized university. Some students also pursue higher studies after doing the diploma course.

After successful completion of the diploma course, each candidate gets the opportunity to make career in medical fields such as hospitals, clinics, x ray centers, nursing homes, educational institutes etc. The requirement for skilled x ray technician is rapidly growing and will continue to grow with the growth in medical sector. X ray technicians are skilled individuals who possess both clinical skills as well as administrative skills. The diploma holders get both the options either to apply for a job or pursue bachelor’s and master’s degree further.

The DIPLOMA IN XRAY TECHNOLOGY eligibility criteria is mentioned below :

• • Candidates must have acquired a minimum of 45% in 10+2.
  • The compulsory subjects in 10+2 are Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology.
  • The minimum age for admission in this course is 17 years and there is no upper age limit for taking admission in this course.

Diploma in xray Technology offers a stable and beneficial career in both private and public sector. Diploma holders are offered jobs in hospitals, x ray centres, radiology centres, clinics, etc. There is dearth in the number of skilled x ray technicians which is why there is a great demand for x ray technicians. Diploma holders can work as X Ray technician. Teacher, Radiologist, etc. in Government hospitals as well as private hospitals where they earn handsome salary.

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Listed below are some of the profiles in which candidates get recruited:

• Radiologist
• X- Ray Technician
• Assistant X- Ray Technician
• Teacher
• Diagnostic Radiographer
• Radiation Protection Specialist
• Therapy radiographer

• Joseph Hospital
• HITECH diagnostics
• State Nursing Council
• MGR Fabricators Pvt. Ltd.
• Metro Hospital
• Fortis Hospital
• Shroff eye Hospital
• Apollo Hospital

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Diploma in XRay Technology professionals are offered very attractive and handsome salary. They earn salary ranging from Rs. 3 lakh to Rs. 10 lakh per annum. Salaries also increase as per their profile and experience in the same field.