Bachelor of Optometry [B.Optom]

NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur offers a 4-year Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom) with a total tuition fee of INR 4,25,000. Admission is direct and merit-based from Class 12 PCB or PCM marks, with no NEET requirement. The programme stands out for a Zeiss clinical training partnership and clinical postings at Sankara Nethralaya and LV Prasad Eye Institute, giving graduates strong placement access in India’s growing eye care sector.

📋 Admission Status: Applications Open. Admissions ongoing for the August 2026 session.

Key Points

• Zeiss-sponsored clinical training with direct placement tie-up
• Clinical rotations at Sankara Nethralaya and LV Prasad Eye Institute
• 97.88 percent paid internship placement in eye care facilities

NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur B.Optom Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per annum)	INR 1,06,250
Tuition Fee (4 years total)	INR 4,25,000
Total Fees	INR 4,25,000

• Hostel and accommodation charges are separate and payable directly to the campus facilities team.
• Fee figures are based on the latest available data and are subject to revision by the institution.

NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur B.Optom Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Submission (Online)	July 2026 to August 2026
Interaction Round with Faculty	July 2026 to August 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

• Apply online through the NSHM Durgapur admission portal and attend an interaction round to complete the process.
• NEET score is not required for B.Optom admission at NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Class 12 passed or appearing with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects
• Biology or Mathematics as the third core subject in Class 12
• Minimum 50 percent aggregate in the qualifying subjects for General category candidates
• NEET is not required for B.Optom at NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur

Admission Process

• Visit the NSHM Durgapur admission portal and complete the online application form with personal and academic details
• Upload Class 12 mark sheet or admit card and identity proof as required by the portal
• Attend a face-to-face or video call interaction session with NSHM faculty for the selected programme
• Receive seat confirmation via email after the interaction round is cleared
• Report to the campus, complete document verification, and pay the first-year tuition fee to complete enrolment

✓ Opt for this if

• You want a clinical optometry degree without appearing for NEET
• You value Zeiss-sponsored training and postings at top-tier eye hospitals
• You are targeting roles in optical retail, hospital optometry, or eye care chains
• You prefer a West Bengal-based private campus with strong placement support

✗ Skip if

• You want a government-funded optometry programme at a lower total cost
• You plan to pursue an M.Optom at a government institution that requires a specific entrance exam
• You are targeting ophthalmology or medicine, which require MBBS rather than B.Optom

NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur B.Optom Placement 2025

Metric	Data
Package Range	INR 3.4 LPA to INR 20 LPA
Average Package	INR 4.5 LPA
Placement Rate	100 percent
Paid Internship Rate	97.88 percent
Top Recruiters	Zeiss, GKB Opticals, ASG Eye Hospitals, Susrut Eye Hospital

NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur B.Optom Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
NSHM Merit Scholarship	25 percent to 100 percent fee waiver	Based on Class 12 academic performance at admission
NSHM Financial Aid Scholarship	Partial to full fee waiver	Family income below INR 5 Lakhs per annum
Defence Forces Scholarship	Partial fee waiver	Children of serving or retired defence personnel
WB Government Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	As per state government norms	WB domicile SC/ST/OBC students enrolled in the programme

• Apply for the NSHM merit scholarship at the time of admission by submitting Class 12 mark sheet.
• Apply for West Bengal government scholarships through oasis.gov.in before the state closing date.

NSHM Knowledge Campus Durgapur B.Optom FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Optom at NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Optom programme at NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur is INR 4,25,000, charged at INR 1,06,250 per annum. Hostel and accommodation charges are separate. NSHM also offers merit-based scholarships ranging from 25 percent to 100 percent fee waiver based on Class 12 performance, which can significantly reduce the net cost of the programme. Students from families with income below INR 5 Lakhs per annum may apply for additional financial aid at the time of admission.

Ques. Is NEET required for B.Optom admission at NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. No. NEET is not required for admission to the B.Optom programme at NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur. Admission is entirely merit-based, using Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics as the primary selection criterion. Candidates who have passed or are appearing for Class 12 with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate in the relevant subjects are eligible to apply directly through the NSHM Durgapur online admission portal without any entrance examination.

Ques. What are the placement statistics for B.Optom graduates from NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur reports a 100 percent placement rate for B.Optom graduates, with packages ranging from INR 3.4 LPA to INR 20 LPA and an average package of INR 4.5 LPA. The institution also reports a 97.88 percent paid internship rate. Top recruiters include Zeiss, GKB Opticals, ASG Eye Hospitals, and Susrut Eye Hospital. Students also complete clinical postings at Sankara Nethralaya, LV Prasad Eye Institute, and Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital during their four years.

Ques. What career options are available after B.Optom from NSHM Durgapur?

Ans. B.Optom graduates from NSHM Durgapur are trained to work as licensed optometrists across a range of settings. Career options include clinical optometrist roles at eye hospitals, optical retail positions at chains such as GKB Opticals, Lenskart, and Titan EyePlus, contact lens practitioner positions, and vision therapy roles. Graduates may also pursue M.Optom for specialisation in low vision rehabilitation or paediatric optometry, or work in the optical industry as product specialists for companies like Zeiss and Johnson and Johnson Vision.

Ques. What clinical training does B.Optom at NSHM Durgapur offer during the four-year programme?

Ans. The B.Optom programme at NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur integrates extensive clinical training as a core part of the four-year curriculum. Students complete clinical rotations at reputed eye care institutions including Sankara Nethralaya, LV Prasad Eye Institute, Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, Narayana Nethralaya, and Dr. Shroff’s Eye Hospital. The institution also has a tie-up with Zeiss, under which specialists conduct training sessions covering advanced optics and ophthalmological instrumentation. This clinical exposure gives students strong practical skills before they enter the workforce.