KMC Manipal M.S Ophthalmology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total three-year fee for MS Ophthalmology at KMC Manipal is ₹79,29,000. KMC Manipal provides a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 to all MS students throughout the programme.

Ans. KMC Manipal offers 6 seats per year for MS Ophthalmology. All seats are filled through MCC counselling based on NEET PG rank.

Ans. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution with completion of the one-year compulsory rotating internship. A valid NEET PG score and NMC/state medical council registration are required.

Ans. KMC Manipal’s MS Ophthalmology provides high-volume surgical training across all sub-speciality domains. Trainees perform phacoemulsification cataract surgery independently from the second year; the department also provides exposure to glaucoma surgical procedures, medical and laser retina, vitreoretinal surgery, corneal transplantation, oculoplastic procedures, paediatric ophthalmology including squint correction, and neuro-ophthalmology. The department’s diverse case mix from KMC Manipal’s large tertiary referral area ensures broad subspeciality exposure within the three-year programme.

Ans. MS Ophthalmology graduates practise as ophthalmologists at eye hospitals, general hospital eye departments, and dedicated super-specialty eye centres. The course enables further sub-specialisation in vitreoretinal surgery, cornea and refractive surgery, glaucoma, oculoplasty, and paediatric ophthalmology through fellowship programmes. India’s large unmet need for cataract surgery and growing demand for refractive and retinal services make ophthalmology one of the most in-demand PG surgical specialities.

Ans. Yes, KMC Manipal provides a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 to all MS students throughout the three-year programme. Hostel accommodation in Manipal is available separately at the student’s expense.