MS Ophthalmology

1. MBBS degree from an institution recognized by the National Medical Commission
2. Completed one‑year compulsory rotating internship by the date specified for admission
3. Permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council
4. Valid NEET‑PG score and rank meeting the counselling cut‑offs for the relevant category/quota

S. Nijalingappa Medical College & H.S.K. Hospital & Research Centre, established in 2002, is a well‑established private medical institution located in Bagalkot, Karnataka. The college is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and recognized by the National Medical Commission. The MS Ophthalmology program was started in 2011 and currently has an annual intake of 5 seats, ensuring focused academic mentoring and clinical exposure. The Department of Ophthalmology is equipped with modern diagnostic and surgical tools, including visual acuity and refractive testing instruments, minor OT for procedures, Carl Zeiss operating microscopes, Alcon Phaco systems, and Geuder posterior vitrectomy equipment, supporting comprehensive eye care training from basic examinations to advanced surgical procedures. The department conducts eye camps, free cataract surgeries, glaucoma awareness programs, and community outreach, helping students integrate clinical care with public health ophthalmology. The program emphasizes clinical skills, surgical training, research projects, and patient management across subspecialties like pediatric ophthalmology, retina, cornea, and glaucoma, preparing graduates for professional practice and academic roles in ophthalmic care.