RIMT University, School of Health Sciences Gobindgarh M.Optom : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year Master of Optometry at RIMT University, School of Health Sciences, Gobindgarh, is INR 2,23,000. Year 1 includes tuition of INR 1,00,000 and other charges of INR 23,000, while Year 2 tuition is INR 1,00,000 with no additional charges. Optional girls hostel accommodation is available separately at up to INR 46,000 per year and is excluded from the stated total.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Optometry degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Candidates from SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories may be eligible for a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement as per RIMT University norms. No national-level entrance examination score is required for admission and selection is based entirely on merit in the qualifying B.Optom degree.

Ans. The M.Optom programme covers advanced topics including ocular disease management, neuro-ophthalmology, low vision rehabilitation, binocular vision and vision therapy, contact lens practice, optometry practice management, and research methodology. Clinical postings in the attached hospital form a core component of the curriculum, providing hands-on training in diagnosing and managing complex eye conditions in real patient care settings.

Ans. Applications for the Master of Optometry programme at RIMT University, School of Health Sciences, are expected to open on 7 October 2026 and close on 26 December 2026, with classes tentatively commencing in January 2027. These dates are subject to change and candidates should verify the latest admission schedule on the official RIMT University admissions portal before applying.

Ans. Graduates of the M.Optom programme can pursue roles as senior optometrists, clinical optometry supervisors, vision therapy specialists, or contact lens practitioners in hospitals, eye clinics, and ophthalmic diagnostic centres. The degree also qualifies graduates for academic positions in optometry colleges and for PhD programmes in optometry and vision science. Eye hospitals and superspecialty centres in Punjab and across India recruit M.Optom graduates for senior clinical roles.

Ans. RIMT University, School of Health Sciences, provides optional girls hostel accommodation at a fee of up to INR 46,000 per year. This cost is separate from the academic fee and is not included in the total programme fee of INR 2,23,000. Male students should contact the RIMT University admissions office directly to confirm accommodation options available on or near the Gobindgarh campus for the 2026-27 academic session.