PG Diploma in Opthalmology: Admissions, Medical Colleges, Fees, Eligibility criteria details here

The fee for pursuing Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology varies from college to college and may range from Rs. 3,000 to Rs 5,00,000 per year.

After completion of their respective course, doctors can either join the job market or pursue higher degree courses like master's degree and research degree courses recognized by NMC, where Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology is a feeder qualification. Candidates can take reputed jobs at positions as Senior residents, Junior Consultants, Consultants etc. with an approximate salary range of Rs. 3,50,000 to Rs. 15,00,000 per anum.

What is Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology?

Post-Graduate Diploma (PG Diploma) in Ophthalmology also known as Diploma in Ophthalmology is a two-year postgraduate programme that candidates can pursue after completing MBBS. Ophthalmologists provide both medical and surgical eye care to patients.

Ophthalmology is the branch of medical science dealing with the study of medical conditions which relate to the eye.

National Medical Commission (NMC), the apex medical regulator, has released a Guidelines for Competency-Based Postgraduate Training Programme for Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology.

The Competency-Based Postgraduate Training Programme governs the education and training of Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology.

The PG education intends to create specialists who can contribute to high-quality health care and advances in science through research and training.

The required training done by a postgraduate specialist in the field of Ophthalmology would help the specialist to recognize the health needs of the community. The student should be competent to handle medical problems effectively and should be aware of the recent advances in their speciality.

The candidate should be a highly competent specialist in Ophthalmology possessing a broad range of skills that will enable her/him to practice Ophthalmology independently. The PG candidate should also acquire the basic skills in teaching of medical/para-medical students.

The candidate is also expected to know the principles of research methodology and modes of the consulting library. The candidate should regularly attend conferences, workshops and CMEs to upgrade her/ his knowledge.

Course Highlights

Here are some of the course highlights of Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology

Name of Course	Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology
Level	Postgraduate
Duration of Course	Two years
Course Mode	Full Time
Minimum Academic Requirement	MBBS degree obtained from any college/university recognized by the Medical Council of India
Admission Process / Entrance Process / Entrance Modalities	Entrance Exam (NEET PG) Counselling by DGHS/MCC/State Authorities
Course Fees	Rs. 3,000 to Rs 5,00,000 per year
Average Salary	Rs. 3,50,000 to Rs. 15,00,000 per annum

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology are defined as the set of rules or minimum prerequisites that aspirants must meet in order to be eligible for admission, which include:

• Candidates must be in possession of an undergraduate MBBS degree from any college/university recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI).

• Candidates should have done a compulsory rotating internship of one year in a teaching institution or other institution which is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI).

• The candidate must have obtained permanent registration of any State Medical Council to be eligible for admission.

• The medical college's recognition cut-off dates for the MBBS Degree courses and compulsory rotatory Internship shall be as prescribed by the Medical Council of India (now NMC).

Admission Process

The admission process contains a few steps to be followed in order by the candidates for admission to Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology. Candidates can view the complete admission process for Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology mentioned below:

• The NEET PG or National Eligibility Entrance Test for Post Graduates is a national-level master's level examination conducted by the NBE for admission to MD/MS/PG Diploma Courses.
• The requirement of eligibility criteria for participation in counselling towards PG seat allotment conducted by the concerned counselling authority shall be in lieu of the Post Graduate Medical Education Regulations (as per the latest amendment) notified by the MCI (now NMC) with prior approval of MoHFW.

S.No.	Category	Eligibility Criteria
1.	General	50th Percentile
2.	SC/ST/OBC (Including PWD of SC/ST/OBC)	40th Percentile
3.	UR PWD	45th Percentile

Fees Structure

The fee structure for Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology varies from college to college. The fee is generally less for Government Institutes and more for private institutes. The average fee structure for Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology is around Rs. 3,000 to Rs 5,00,000 per year.

Colleges offering Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology

There are various medical colleges across India that offer courses for pursuing Post Graduate Diploma In Ophthalmology.

As per National Medical Commission (NMC) website, the following medical colleges are offering Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology courses for the academic year 2022-23.