Calcutta School of Tropical Medicine, [CSTM] Kolkata was founded by Sir Leonard Rogers FRS, a founder member of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, and its President from 1933 to 1935. The foundation stone was laid on 24 February 1914 by Lord Carmichael, the then Governor of Bengal. The prestigious institution is now in its 100th year and the centenary celebration is being made through various programs.
The college is now open for various PG courses. Calcutta School of Tropical Medicine is the only institution in India engaged exclusively in research, Post-graduate education and healthcare for tropical diseases. The Institute possesses a Centre of Excellence where advanced research is going on HIV/HBV Co-infection and Hepatitis B anti-viral therapy. The objectives have remained unchanged and the school provides facilities for research, post-graduate teaching, training, investigation, and treatment in tropical diseases.
The college provides some Diploma courses at the UG Level. DCP (Diploma in Clinical Pathology), DTM&H (Dip in Tropical Medicine & Health), DTM&H (Dip in Tropical Medicine & Health). These are the three diploma courses offered.
Course |
Specialization |
DCP |
Clinical Pathology |
DLT |
Laboratory Technique |
DTM&H |
Tropical Medicine & Health |
Course |
Eligibility Criteria |
DCP |
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DLT |
|
DTM&H |
The college mainly operates to conduct various PG courses. The courses along with its specializations are mentioned below.
Course |
Specialization |
MD |
Tropical Medicine |
Microbiology |
|
Pharmacology |
|
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy |
|
DM |
Clinical Pharmacology |
M.Sc. |
Medical Biotechnology |
The candidates need to fulfill some basic eligibility criteria in order o become eligible. The criteria are mentioned in the table below
Course |
Eligibility Criteria |
MD |
Candidates should have passed graduation in the relevant stream from the recognized University or institution to become eligible |
M.Sc. |
|
DM |
Applicants should have passed post-graduation in the relevant stream from the recognized University or institution |
The steps and procedures to apply for any of the courses mentioned above are given below.
CSTM Contact Details |
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Address |
108, Chittaranjan Avenue, Kolkata - 700073 |
Phone Number |
033-2212 3697/98 |
Fax Number |
033-2212 3698 |
Q: How much is the intake for DLT?
A: There are 30 seats available for DLT.
Q: Are the candidates eligible for admission if they’ve completed the previous qualification from a different state university?
A: Yes, candidates must complete their previous qualifications from any of the recognized universities.
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