Academic Overview
Program Overview
Radiotherapy is a critical part of cancer treatment. It uses precise radiation to destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue. The Radiation Therapist (RTT) is the professional in daily contact with the patient and is directly responsible for delivering this treatment, from preparation, simulation and immobilization to treatment delivery, counselling and quality data collection.
As cancer cases in India continue to rise, the demand for trained RTTs is growing, yet the country faces a shortage of skilled professionals. Advances such as IMRT, IGRT, SRS, SBRT and proton therapy need technologists who can operate sophisticated equipment, assist in treatment planning and care for patients. This course is designed to meet that need.
The B.Sc. RTT combines radiation physics, anatomy and physiology, oncology, dosimetry, radiation safety and patient care with extensive hands-on clinical training, so you graduate able to work alongside radiation oncologists and medical physicists from day one.
Core Strengths
Program Highlights
Specialized, high-demand career: Training focused entirely on cancer treatment, radiation delivery and patient care, in an area where skilled professionals are in short supply.
Practice-first learning: 2,180 of the 3,240 academic hours are practical, including five directed clinical education blocks totaling 1,140 hours.
Modern technology: Learn IMRT, IGRT, SRS, SRT, SBRT, tomotherapy, total body irradiation, proton therapy and the role of artificial intelligence.
Internship: A minimum of 720 hours (6 months) of internship, with a project report of at least 1,000 words.
Lateral entry: Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology holders can enter at the 3rd semester under the curriculum's bridge provision.
Pathway to growth: Continue to an M.Sc. in Radiation Therapy Technology, a PhD, or management programmes in hospital administration.
Admission Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
| Qualification |
Candidate must have passed Senior Secondary (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry & Biology subject. |
| Age |
Minimum 17 years |
| Admission |
Admission on the basis of Senior Secondary (10+2) Merit. |
| Physical fitness |
Physical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner |
| Studied abroad |
Equivalence decided State Allied and Healthcare Council |
| Medium of instruction |
English |
Curriculum Matrix
Key Features of the Program
What you will learn
Healthcare delivery in India, medical terminology, medical law, ethics and professionalism
Anatomy, physiology and radiographic anatomy, with a focus on organ position and relationships
Oncology science: tumour pathology, staging, treatment intent and the cancer patient pathway
Radiation physics, radiation quantities and units, dosimetry and radiation detection
Radiotherapy equipment: telecobalt units, linear accelerators, brachytherapy, simulators and treatment planning systems
Patient care, positioning and immobilization, mould room and motion management
Radiation safety, quality assurance and the biological effects of radiation
Special techniques, recent advances and imaging for treatment planning (CT, MRI, PET)
Biostatistics, research methodology and principles of management
What you will be able to do
Identify and verify patients and treatment sites, and prepare them for treatment
Position and immobilize patients accurately and set up each treatment consistently
Operate radiotherapy equipment and carry out simulation, including for SRS, SRT and SBRT
Deliver complex treatments including IMRT, VMAT and image-guided radiotherapy
Verify treatment images using EPID and cone beam CT, and make corrections as per protocol
Support brachytherapy procedures and carry out in vivo dosimetry under supervision
Monitor, record and manage side effects, and advise patients on skin care, nutrition and rest
Perform daily and weekly quality control, and follow radiation protection rules
Maintain accurate records using oncology information systems
How it is delivered
| Component |
Details |
| Duration |
4 years: 3 years (6 semesters) of study plus internship |
| Total hours |
3,960 hours |
| Theory and practical |
1,060 hours theory and 2,180 hours practical classes |
| Internship |
Minimum 720 hours (6 months, 8 hours a day), with a stipend paid by the institute |
| Semesters |
Each semester lasts about 5 months, followed by theory and practical examinations |
| Faculty ratio |
1:10, with infrastructure as per AERB guidelines |
Passing marks: Minimum 40% in each theory subject and in the practical examination to move to the next semester.
Carry-over benefit: Up to two backlog subjects per semester can be cleared alongside the next semester.
Career & Growth
Placement Opportunities
After the course, graduates find careers in hospitals in both the private and public sectors, independent cancer-treating centres, cancer research centres and academic institutions. Degree holders enter at Level 5 on the national skills framework, working as Radiation Therapists across simulation, treatment and brachytherapy. The curriculum maps career levels across clinical, academic and industry paths:
| Pathway |
Career levels |
| Clinical |
Junior Radiation Therapist, Radiation Therapist / Technical Officer, Senior Radiation Therapist / Senior Technical Officer, Chief Radiation Therapist / Chief Technical Officer, Additional Technical Director, Technical Director |
| Academic |
Tutor, Senior Tutor, Assistant Professor, Radiation Therapy Professor, Principal (a Master's degree is needed for teaching posts) |
| Industry |
Junior Technical Associate, Technical Associate, Senior Technical Associate / Senior Manager, Chief Radiation Therapist / Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, General Manager |
Growth beyond entry level depends on experience and further qualifications such as an M.Sc. RTT. Hospital management courses after the B.Sc. offer another route to senior roles.
Employment Sectors
Top Recruiting Sectors
| Cancer hospitals |
Government and private radiotherapy departments |
| Independent cancer centres |
Specialized oncology clinics and treatment centres |
| Multispecialty hospitals |
Radiation oncology units with linear accelerators and brachytherapy |
| Advanced radiotherapy suites |
IMRT, IGRT, stereotactic and proton therapy facilities |
| Cancer research centres |
Clinical research and trials in radiotherapy |
| Medical equipment industry |
Application specialist, sales and technical roles |
| Academic institutions |
Teaching and training of future Radiation Therapists |
Institutional Advantages
Why Choose Chirayu
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A national curriculum:Aligned with the NCAHP Competency Based Curriculum of Radiotherapy Technology, approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
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Real clinical training:Two thirds of the academic hours are practical, with five directed clinical education blocks and a supervised internship.
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Cutting-edge technology:From IMRT and image-guided treatment to stereotactic techniques and proton therapy.
04
Small groups:A 1:10 faculty ratio supports close mentoring.
05
A career in demand:A growing national need for Radiation Therapists means strong demand across cancer care.
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Practical Training & Clinical Exposure:4 In-House Hospitals equipped with Advanced Clinical Facilities for Hands-On Practical Training & Clinical Exposure
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Learning:Well-Equipped Laboratories for Practical Learning
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Faculty:Experienced & Qualified Faculty
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Curriculum:National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions aligned Industry-Oriented Curriculum
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Infrastructure:State-of-the-Art Infrastructure for a great Learning experience
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Room to grow:Move on to a Master's, a PhD, senior technical roles, management or academia.
Source: Competency Based Curriculum of Radiotherapy Technology (Approved Syllabus 2025), National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Fees, seats, intake dates and recognition are as notified by Chirayu University.