Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Provides emergency care and life-saving support to critically ill or injured patients before hospital.
Overview
An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is someone who provides emergency care and life saving support to critically ill or injured patients outside of or on the way to the hospital.
Where they work
- Healthcare providers
- Multi-specialty hospitals across India
Work environment
It is not a desk job and travelling is a part of the job. As an EMT, you do not need to handle a team. Companies usually work for 5 to 6 days a week and 9 to 11 hours everyday, depending upon the hospital. Part time jobs and shift system are available.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like to solve problems of others
- You can handle challenging situations with ease
- You have good communication skills
- You can analyse situations and problems
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- 2Complete Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in Emergency Medical Technician.
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree in EMT then pursue a Master's degree in Emergency Medical Technician.
Alternative route 3
- 1Pursue a Diploma course in Emergency Medical Technician.
Forms, exams and applications
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
The course is offered by the Department of Emergency Medical Sciences. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
- Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi
- Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, Maharashtra
- King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Bareilly International University, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
- PES Institute of Medical Science and Research, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh
- Mayo College of Paramedical Sciences, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- The George Telegraph Training Institute, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Virohan Institute of Health & Management Science (VIHMS), Faridabad, Haryana
- Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy, Yamuna Nagar, Haryana
- VIVO Healthcare, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Apollo Medskills Limited, Hyderabad, Telangana
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
- 2Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced
- 3Medical and Clinical Technologist
Expected income
₹8,000 – ₹12,500 per month
These figures are taken from NCS and are indicative and subject to change.
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Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to helping people.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Deepak Kumar — Comes from a small town in India and dreamt of becoming a doctor. He could not clear the medical entrance exams despite multiple attempts and had almost lost the hope of becoming a healthcare professional. Then he heard about Emergency Medical Technician training and decided to pursue a six months Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training program from VIVO Healthcare. Deepak completed his training and got well versed with all the necessary skills required for an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Deepak's doors for healthcare widened and very soon he got campus placement in one of the leading healthcare companies in India.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 1, printed page 343 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://bit.ly/3GPyGPp
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.