Pramukhswami Medical College (PSMC), Karamsad, Anand, Gujarat, offers a 3-year MS Ophthalmology programme under Bhaikaka University with 3 seats. PSMC ranks 513 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list. This NMC-recognised surgical postgraduate programme trains candidates through the ophthalmology department at Shree Krishna Hospital with modern surgical microscopes, phacoemulsification equipment, fundus imaging facilities, and a high volume of cataract, glaucoma, and vitreoretinal cases from urban and rural Central Gujarat. The programme covers comprehensive ophthalmology including refraction, cataract surgery (phacoemulsification), glaucoma diagnosis and surgery, vitreoretinal surgery basics, corneal diseases and transplantation, oculoplasty, paediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, community ophthalmology, and NMC-mandated competency milestones. Admission is through NEET-PG merit via MCC PG and Gujarat state PG counselling; the total 3-year programme fee is INR 33,00,000.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions for 2026-27 are through NEET-PG merit. NEET-PG registration is open from June 7, 2026 (Tentative); exam on August 30, 2026. MCC PG and Gujarat state PG counselling from October 2026.
Key Points
- 3-year NMC-recognised MS Ophthalmology at PSMC Anand; 3 seats; training at 850-plus-bed Shree Krishna Hospital
- Total programme fee: INR 33,00,000; regulated by Gujarat FRC
- Admission through NEET-PG: AIQ (50%) via MCC PG counselling and state quota (50%) via Gujarat ACPPGMEC counselling
- Affiliated to Bhaikaka University, Anand; PSMC ranks 513 in Collegedunia 2025 India Medical Colleges list
- NEET-PG 2026: Registration June 7, 2026 (Tentative); Exam August 30, 2026; Counselling from October 2026
PSMC Anand MS Ophthalmology Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Programme Fee (3 Years) | INR 33,00,000 |
| Total Fees (MS Ophthalmology) | INR 33,00,000 |
- The programme fee of INR 33,00,000 covers the full 3-year duration and is regulated by the Gujarat FRC.
- Hostel accommodation is available at Shree Krishna Hospital campus; hostel fees are payable separately.
PSMC Anand MS Ophthalmology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| NEET-PG Application Opens | June 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET-PG Application Closes | July 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET-PG Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET-PG Result | September 2026 |
| MCC PG Counselling (Round 1) | October 2026 |
| Gujarat State PG Counselling | October 2026 |
| Admission and Reporting | November 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| NEET-PG | June 7, 2026 (Tentative) | July 7, 2026 (Tentative) | August 30, 2026 |
- MS Ophthalmology admission at PSMC is through NEET-PG merit; 3 seats with AIQ (50%) via MCC PG counselling and state quota (50%) via Gujarat ACPPGMEC counselling.
- Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution, have completed one year of compulsory rotating internship (CRRI), and hold a valid NMC provisional or permanent registration.
- Original documents including NEET-PG scorecard, MBBS degree and marks sheets, internship completion certificate, and NMC registration must be produced at admission.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an MBBS degree (or equivalent) from an NMC-recognised institution.
- Completion of one year of compulsory rotating internship (CRRI) as per NMC norms.
- Valid NMC provisional registration or permanent registration at the time of admission.
- Valid NEET-PG score is mandatory for both All-India Quota and state quota seats.
- Candidates must meet domicile or institutional requirements as specified by MCC or Gujarat state counselling authority.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for NEET-PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
- All-India Quota (50%) seats are filled through MCC PG counselling; state quota (50%) through Gujarat ACPPGMEC counselling.
- Register on the MCC PG or state counselling portal and fill course-college preferences within the stipulated window.
- Submit documents including NEET-PG scorecard, MBBS degree and marks sheets, internship completion certificate, and NMC registration certificate.
- Pay the prescribed admission fee on seat allotment and report to the college on the designated commencement date with all original documents.
✓ Opt for this if
- Doctors committed to ophthalmology with cataract and refractive surgery focus
- Gujarat domicile candidates preferring state-quota Ophthalmology seat
- Those targeting private eye hospital or franchise chain practice
- Candidates seeking stable specialty at moderate programme fee (INR 33L)
- Doctors planning practice in Gujarat’s growing tier-2 eye-care market
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting vitreoretina or cornea sub-specialty needing higher-volume centres
- Those expecting very high surgical case volumes from year one
- Doctors seeking MCh Ophthalmology (extremely limited seats)
- Candidates with NEET-PG scores competitive for Radiodiagnosis or Dermatology
- Those prioritising only metro-city practice post-PG
PSMC Anand MS Ophthalmology Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Charutar Arogya Mandal Merit Award | As per CAM norms | High-merit MBBS and PG students on CAM criteria |
| Central Government Scholarships (NSP) | Variable | Economically weaker section students via NSP portal |
| State Government Scholarships (Gujarat) | As per state scheme | Gujarat domicile SC/ST/OBC/EBC students |
| Education Loan (Nationalised Banks) | Up to INR 20 Lakhs (MBBS); higher for PG | All eligible students through bank schemes |
- Charutar Arogya Mandal offers merit-based awards for deserving students; criteria and quantum are notified annually by the management.
- Gujarat domicile students from SC, ST, OBC, and EBC categories are eligible for state post-matric scholarships on prescribed academic criteria.
- Central government scholarships including the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) are available for economically weaker section students.
- Education loans up to INR 20 Lakhs are available through nationalised banks with standard repayment terms; NMC recognition and Bhaikaka University affiliation support loan processing.
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