Bachelor of Optometry

1. 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics.
2. Minimum aggregate required: 45%–50% (varies by college).
3. Entrance exam may be required depending on the institution.
4. Candidate must be at least 17 years old at the time of admission.
5. Must be medically fit as per institutional norms.

The Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom) program trains students to become skilled eye-care professionals capable of diagnosing refractive errors, prescribing corrective lenses, managing visual disorders, and assisting in the detection of ocular diseases. The curriculum integrates optics, ocular anatomy, physiology, pathology, binocular vision, low vision rehabilitation, and clinical optometry training. Throughout the program, students gain hands-on experience in refraction, contact lens fitting, vision therapy, and advanced diagnostic techniques. The internship year provides real-time exposure in hospitals and specialty eye-care centers, preparing graduates for independent optometry practice or clinical roles in ophthalmology departments. With rising demand for professional optometrists, the course opens opportunities in hospitals, optical chains, vision clinics, and research centers.