Sree Chitra Thirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Thiruvananthapuram, established in 1980, is an Institute of National Importance under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. A world-class biomedical research and super-specialty clinical institution, SCTIMST offers DM Cardiology, MCh Cardiothoracic Surgery, MCh Neurosurgery, and allied super-specialty programs (33 SS seats plus 1 PG seat). Known globally for its cardiac surgery, biomedical engineering research, and neuroscience programs. Admission via NEET SS through MCC and institutional counselling.