Admissions in CMLT NIH Islamabad 2026

CMLT Introduction

The College of Medical Laboratory Technology (CMLT) is a prestigious public sector institution, integral to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Islamabad. It has been a pioneer in Pakistan, imparting quality training in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) since 1961.

◆ Located in Islamabad, the capital territory of Pakistan.
◆ Public sector college under the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
◆ Pioneer training institute in the field of Medical Laboratory Technology.
◆ Check latest admissions in Islamabad for current opportunities.

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History of CMLT

◆ Initially established as the School of Medical Technology (SMT) in Karachi in 1961.
◆ Shifted to Islamabad in 1965 along with the National Health Laboratories (NHL).
◆ Became a fundamental component of the National Institute of Health (NIH) in 1980.
◆ Upgraded from a School to the College of Medical Laboratory Technology (CMLT) in 1989.

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Campuses of CMLT

◆ Main campus is situated within the main campus of the National Institutes of Health, Islamabad.
◆ Located at Chak Shahzad, Islamabad.
◆ The college building consists of dedicated HSSC and B.Sc. blocks.
◆ Facilities include spacious classrooms, fully equipped laboratories, a central library, cafeteria, and an auditorium.

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CMLT Ranking

◆ Widely recognized at the national and international level for its quality training.
◆ Affiliated with Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (SZABMU), PIMS, Islamabad for its degree programs.
◆ For accurate and verified rankings, please check the HEC official website.

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Hostel Facilities at CMLT

◆ A Boys' Hostel is located near the NIH colony.
◆ The hostel has the capacity to accommodate about 130 students.
◆ Preference for hostel accommodation is given to students coming from far-flung areas of the country.
◆ For detailed hostel information, please visit the official college website.

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Transport Facilities at CMLT

◆ Located in Chak Shahzad, Islamabad, on Park Road.
◆ For transport details, please visit the official college website.

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CMLT Statistics

◆ Offers a 4-year BS-AHS (MLT) degree program in affiliation with SZABMU.
◆ Also offers an HSSC-MLT diploma program in affiliation with FBISE, Islamabad.
◆ Over 60 years of experience in training medical laboratory professionals.
◆ Produces well-trained Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists to fulfill national health needs.
◆ Explore spring admissions 2026 in Islamabad for upcoming opportunities.

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Comparison with Other Universities

► Pioneer in MLT education in Pakistan, established earlier than similar programs at other universities.
► Part of the National Institutes of Health, offering unique exposure to a professional healthcare and research environment.
► More specialized in allied health sciences than general public universities.
► Affiliated with SZABMU, similar to other public sector allied health colleges in the region.
► Offers a centralized admission process through SZABMU, unlike many institutes with independent admissions.

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Contact Information of CMLT

◆ Address: National Institute of Health, Chak Shahzad, Islamabad.
◆ Phone: 051-9255078, 051-9255697.
◆ Fax: 051-9255099.
◆ Official website: official website.