Bachelor of Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology (B.AOTT)
Admission at JKKN College, Tamil Nadu
Formerly B.Sc Operation Theatre & Anaesthesia Technology
Assist anaesthesiologists and surgeons, manage OT equipment, monitor vitals during surgery, handle peri-operative care across all specialities.
About Anaesthesia & OT
Bachelor of Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology (B.AOTT) (Anaesthesia & OT Tech) at JKKN College is a 4-year program (3 + 1) training learners to function as Operation Theatre Technologists and Anaesthesia Technicians. The course covers OT setup and sterilisation, surgical instrument identification and handling, anaesthesia machine operation, patient monitoring (ECG, BP, SpO2, EtCO2, ABG), airway management, drug administration, peri-operative care, and CSSD (Central Sterile Services Department) operations. Affiliated to TN Dr. MGR Medical University. Internship rotations cover General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery, OB-GYN, Paediatric Surgery, and Day-Care OTs.
Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai
Why Choose Anaesthesia & OT at JKKN?
Universally Employable
Every hospital with surgical capability needs OT and anaesthesia techs. India has 50,000+ open positions — placement is virtually guaranteed.
Multi-Speciality OT Rotations
Internship covers General, Ortho, Neuro, Cardiac, OB-GYN, Paediatric, and Day-Care OTs. You get exposure to every surgical speciality before specialising.
Robotic Surgery Future
Da Vinci, Mako, and Versius robotic systems are scaling rapidly in India. JKKN trains future Robotic Surgery Technologists — a niche, high-paying specialty.
Critical Role in Patient Safety
Anaesthesia techs maintain patient safety throughout surgery — high-responsibility, high-respect role. Also opens pathways into Transplant OT and CTVS specialist tracks.
Eligibility & Cutoff
- +2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), or Physics, Chemistry, Maths
- No minimum percentage (TN allied prospectus 2026-27)
- Age 17+ as on 31 Dec 2026
- English as compulsory subject in +2
- Medical fitness certificate from registered practitioner
Fee Structure
Installment payment + scholarships available. View scholarships →
Career Paths & Roles
Learning Pathway & Learning Framework Overview
Year-by-year breakdown of topics covered — 3 years academic + 1 year mandatory clinical internship.
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Surgical Anatomy
- Medical Terminology
- First Aid & BLS
- Hospital Infection Control
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Surgical Instruments
- Anaesthesia Principles
- OT Layout & Sterilization
- Patient Positioning
- Microbiology
- Anaesthesia Equipment
- Airway Management
- Monitoring in Anaesthesia
- Speciality OT (Cardiac/Neuro/Ortho)
- CSSD Operations
- Emergency Anaesthesia
- Research Methodology
- General Surgery OT
- Ortho OT
- Neuro OT
- Cardiac OT
- OB-GYN OT
- Paediatric OT
- Day-Care OT & Project Work
Skills You'll Master
Hands-on technical and clinical skills you'll gain by the end of the program.
Equipment & Technology You'll Train On
The kind of equipment you train on in learning labs and partner-hospital postings — the same machines you'll operate as a working professional.
Datex Ohmeda / Drager Anaesthesia Machines
Philips IntelliVue Monitors
Medtronic / Mindray Defibrillators
Stryker / Karl Storz Endoscopy
Pulse Oximeters & EtCO2 Modules
ABG Analysers (Radiometer)
Surgical Loupes & Microscopes
Electrocautery Units
Suction Apparatus
Da Vinci Robotic Console (exposure)
CSSD Autoclaves & ETO Sterilisers
Emergency Crash Carts
1 year rotation across General Surgery, Ortho, Neuro, Cardiac, OB-GYN, Paediatric, and Day-Care OTs at partner hospitals.
Career Scope & Growth
Every hospital with a surgical facility needs OT technologists and anaesthesia technicians — making it one of the most universally employable AHS careers. India performs 5 crore+ surgeries annually with 50,000+ OT technologist openings. Senior pathways include OT In-charge, CSSD Manager, Surgical Robotics Specialist, Cardiac Anaesthesia Tech, and Transplant OT coordinator. With increasing day-care and minimally-invasive surgeries, demand is structurally growing.
Higher Studies & Specialisation Pathways
After Bachelor of Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology (B.AOTT), here are the pathways to specialise further or pursue international careers.
MSc OT & Anaesthesia Technology
2-year specialisation. Opens senior OT In-charge and academic roles. Offered at TN MGR University and select private universities.
PG Diploma in Cardiac Anaesthesia
1-year specialised program. Cardiac Anaesthesia Techs work in CTVS OTs.
Robotic Surgery Technologist Certification
Intuitive Surgical (Da Vinci) and Stryker (Mako) certifications for robotic surgery technologists.
MBA Hospital Administration
For OT Manager and CSSD Head roles. Apollo, Fortis, and Manipal promote graduates with MBA + clinical experience.
Best for
Learners who enjoy fast-paced surgical environments and want broad multi-speciality OT exposure with reliable placement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Apply for Anaesthesia & OT?
Submit your application for the 2026-27 batch. Merit-based admission, no NEET required.
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