The MS in Ophthalmology at Sapthagiri NPS University (SNPSU), Bengaluru, Karnataka, is a three-year full-time postgraduate surgical programme offered at the Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (SIMSRC). The programme provides advanced surgical training in cataract and refractive surgery, vitreo-retinal surgery, glaucoma management, corneal transplantation, paediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, and ocular oncology. SNPSU is UGC-recognised under Section 2(f) and NAAC ’A+’ accredited; SIMSRC holds National Medical Commission recognition for its postgraduate medical and surgical programmes. Admission is through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduates (NEET PG), with seats allotted via KEA Karnataka centralised counselling and the SNPSU institutional quota. The programme equips graduates with advanced operative skills and clinical decision-making for specialist surgical practice.
📋 Admission Status: Sapthagiri NPS University MS Ophthalmology admissions for 2026-27 are open for NEET PG qualified candidates; apply at snpsu.edu.in/medical.
Key Points
- Three-year full-time MS in Ophthalmology at NMC-recognised SIMSRC, Bengaluru.
- Total programme fee: INR 1,21,65,000 over three years (INR 40,55,000 per year).
- Eligibility: MBBS from an NMC-recognised institution with completion of one-year CRRI.
- Admission via NEET PG; seats allotted through KEA Karnataka counselling and institutional quota.
- SNPSU is UGC-recognised under Section 2(f) and NAAC ’A+’ accredited.
Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore MS Ophthalmology Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 40,55,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 1,21,65,000 |
- Confirm current fee at snpsu.edu.in/medical before joining.
- Hostel charges are payable separately.
Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore MS Ophthalmology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Registration Opens | June 7, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Registration Closes | July 7, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam Date | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | Sep 2026 |
| KEA Karnataka PG Medical Counselling | October to November 2026 |
| SNPSU Institutional Quota Applications | Open at snpsu.edu.in/medical |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| NEET PG 2026 | July 7, 2026 | August 30, 2026 | Sep 2026 |
- Qualify NEET PG (NBE) to apply; register at nbe.edu.in.
- Government-allotted seats filled through KEA Karnataka PG medical centralised counselling.
- Institutional quota seats filled by SNPSU after KEA counselling rounds.
- One year CRRI completion is mandatory before the joining date.
- Contact admissions@snpsu.edu.in for institutional quota eligibility details.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical institution.
- A valid NEET PG score is mandatory for admission.
- One year of compulsory rotating residency internship (CRRI) must be completed before joining.
- Permanent or provisional registration with a State Medical Council or the National Medical Register is required.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Qualify NEET PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations; register at nbe.edu.in.
- Step 2: Participate in KEA Karnataka PG Medical Centralised Counselling for government-allotted seats.
- Step 3: For SNPSU institutional quota: apply online at snpsu.edu.in/medical.
- Step 4: Submit NEET PG scorecard, MBBS degree certificate, CRRI completion certificate, and medical registration proof.
- Step 5: Confirm admission and report to SIMSRC, 15 Hesarghatta Road, Bengaluru 560090.
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting ophthalmology career in South India eye hospitals
- Comfortable with SIMSRC cataract and retinal surgery training
- Planning career in refractive surgery or corneal transplantation
- Seeking Karnataka hospital network or private eye practice
- Comfortable with management quota fee for ophthalmology PG
✗ Skip if
- Needing premier brand (AIIMS, LVPEI) for advanced vitreo-retinal fellowship
- Preferring government quota seat at NIRF top-50 medical college
- Seeking placements in metro eye hospital chains outside Karnataka
- Needing fellowship in corneal transplant at a nationally recognized centre
- Wanting government hospital career where NIRF rank is a key filter
Sapthagiri NPS University Bangalore MS Ophthalmology Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Applicable for government-allotted seats | Karnataka domicile SC/ST candidates; apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| SNPSU Merit Scholarship | Variable | Institutional merit scholarship; details at snpsu.edu.in/scholarships |
- Karnataka SC/ST: apply via State Scholarship Portal for allotted seats.
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