Introduction
(Department of Optometry)

At the end of optometric training the graduate shall be able to;

1. Perform all the Optometric Techniques
2. Use discretely the essential optometry services
3. Manage all types of clinical diagnostic ophthalmic methods
4. Demonstrate skills in handling the modern Optometric instruments.
5. Develop leadership qualities to function effectively as a leader in the optometry environment
6. Render services to the optometric set up and to communicate effectively with the Ophthalmologists and the hospital management.
7. Development of skill and competency in data processing, reporting and maintenance of

records & Ophthalmic procedures.

8. Manage the medical record medico-legal cases of the hospital patients.

Programme: Bachelor of Science in Optometry (B.Sc. Optometry)

Duration: Four year Program (Including 1 year internship in the last year)

Eligibility For Admission: Intermediate Science (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board with:

(i) Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English,

(ii) Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics subjects with on language

With minimum 50% of the marks in each subject.

OR

Pre degree course from a recognized University equivalent to 10+2

OR

Lateral Entry to second year: for candidates who have passed Diploma in Optometry or

similar, and registered with UP state Medical faculty.

Note: 1. The candidate must have passed individually in each of principal subjects.

2. The Candidate who have passed diploma or vocational course through correspondence shall not be eligible for the course.

Age limit for admission: Must have attained 17 years of age on 1st July.

2. Programs offered

1. Undergraduate Course

• Diploma Course

Diploma in Optometry

Duration – 2 Years

Eligibility : Intermediate Science (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board with  Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics subjects with on language

• Internship in Clinical Optometry

Duration – 1 Year

Eligibility : Bachelor in Optometry or Diploma in Optometry

• Short Term Course

General Duty Ophthalmic Assistance (CGDOA)

Duration: : 3 Months (12 hours per weeks)