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Fees
Fees at NSHM Knowledge Campus for the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) program range between INR 4,00,000 and INR 5,65,000 for the entire four-year duration. The tuition fees can be paid in varying structures: semester-wise, yearly, or as a one-time payment. The semester fee is typically around INR 50,000 to INR 52,000, totaling approximately INR 4,20,000 over eight semesters. Several scholarship opportunities are available, including the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM), Oasis Scholarship, and Kanyashree Scholarships, primarily aimed at economically weaker sections and specific student categories like female students.
Additionally, financial assistance options, such as student credit cards and educational loans, are accessible to help manage the course fees. As the tuition fee structures vary, students may apply for scholarships in accordance with specific eligibility criteria set by the West Bengal government and other institutions. Refundable deposits and extra charges are not explicitly mentioned.
About Bachelor of Optometry [B.Optom]
NSHM Kolkata offers a 4-year Bachelor of Optometry programme with 60 seats, including a mandatory 1-year clinical internship, affiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology. Admission is through a combined entrance test and personal interview. Total fees for the programme are INR 4,70,000. NSHM holds NAAC B++ accreditation with a score of 2.8 and the Institute of Health Sciences recorded an average placement package of INR 5.73 LPA for the 2024 batch.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions for 2026 are accepted on a rolling basis through the MAKAUT combined entrance test and personal interview.
NSHM Kolkata B.Optom Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 1,17,612 |
| Total Tuition (4 years including internship) | INR 4,70,448 |
| Total Fees | INR 4,70,448 |
- The fourth year is a clinical internship and fees cover the entire 4-year programme.
- Hostel and mess charges are billed separately by the institution.
NSHM Kolkata B.Optom Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NSHM Application Opens | January 2026 (Tentative) |
| NSHM Application Closes | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is through a combined entrance test by MAKAUT or NSHM and a personal interview.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for the personal interview at the Kolkata campus.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics from a recognised board
- Minimum 50 percent aggregate in 10+2 for General category candidates
- Valid score in the MAKAUT combined entrance test or NSHM aptitude test for shortlisting
Admission Process
- Register on the NSHM Kolkata admissions portal and submit the application form
- Appear for the MAKAUT combined entrance test or NSHM-administered aptitude test
- Attend the personal interview at NSHM Kolkata for shortlisted candidates
- Receive admission offer based on entrance test score and personal interview evaluation
- Pay the first-year tuition fee within the stipulated deadline to secure the seat
- Report to NSHM Kolkata with original board certificates on the class commencement date
✓ Opt for this if
- Students seeking a MAKAUT-affiliated private B.Optom programme in Kolkata
- Candidates interested in optics, vision therapy, and clinical optometry careers
- Those drawn to NSHM’s 1-year clinical internship and health sciences placement record
- Students comfortable with INR 4,70,000 total fee for a 4-year optometry degree
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting B.Optom at WBUHS-affiliated government optometry colleges
- Candidates seeking optometry programmes with NAAC A or higher-ranked institutions
- Those who require a smaller annual fee outlay than INR 1,17,612 per year
- Students not planning to pursue an optometry-specific clinical career track
NSHM Kolkata B.Optom Placement 2025
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 98 percent (Institute of Health Sciences, 2024) |
| Average Package | INR 5.73 LPA |
| Highest Package | INR 12 LPA |
| Key Roles | Clinical Optometrist, Hospital Eye Care, Optical Retail, Research |
- Placement data is from the 2024 season for the NSHM Institute of Health Sciences school.
NSHM Kolkata B.Optom Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM) | Up to INR 60,000 per year | West Bengal domicile students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| OASIS Scholarship (West Bengal SC/ST/OBC) | Variable, as per category | SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in West Bengal |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST Central) | Up to INR 2,00,000 per year | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| Vidyalakshmi Educational Loan | Up to INR 40,00,000 | All eligible students for professional courses |
- SVMCM and OASIS are West Bengal state scholarships applied through wbmsc.org.
NSHM Kolkata B.Optom FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Optom at NSHM Kolkata?
Ans. The total fee for B.Optom at NSHM Kolkata is INR 4,70,448 for the full 4-year programme including the mandatory 1-year clinical internship, payable at INR 1,17,612 per year. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately. Government scholarships and Vidyalakshmi loans of up to INR 40,00,000 can offset costs for eligible students from West Bengal and across India.
Ques. How is B.Optom admission done at NSHM Kolkata?
Ans. B.Optom admission at NSHM Kolkata is through a combined entrance test conducted by MAKAUT or NSHM, followed by a personal interview at the Kolkata campus. Students register on the NSHM admissions portal, appear for the entrance test, and shortlisted candidates attend the personal interview. Admission offers are made based on test performance and interview evaluation, with final fee payment confirming the seat.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Optom from NSHM Kolkata?
Ans. B.Optom graduates from NSHM Kolkata can work as clinical optometrists in hospitals and eye care centres, optical retail specialists, low vision therapists, and contact lens practitioners. Opportunities exist in ophthalmic clinics, optical chains, and NGO eye care programmes. Graduates may also pursue M.Optom for advanced clinical roles in optometry or specialise in areas like paediatric vision care and binocular vision therapy.
Ques. Does B.Optom at NSHM include clinical internship?
Ans. Yes, the B.Optom programme at NSHM Kolkata includes a mandatory 1-year clinical internship as the fourth year. The internship places students in eye care settings to develop skills in refraction, contact lens fitting, low vision assessment, and binocular vision testing. The clinical year is an integral part of the MAKAUT-affiliated curriculum and must be completed for graduation and professional practice eligibility.
Ques. What is the placement record for B.Optom at NSHM Kolkata?
Ans. The NSHM Institute of Health Sciences, which covers B.Optom, recorded a placement rate of over 98 percent for the 2024 batch. The average package was INR 5.73 LPA and the highest package was INR 12 LPA. Optometry graduates are placed in clinical optometry, hospital eye care, optical retail, and ophthalmic research roles through NSHM’s campus placement cell in Kolkata.
Ques. Are scholarships available for B.Optom students at NSHM Kolkata?
Ans. B.Optom students at NSHM Kolkata can apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship for West Bengal domicile students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs, which covers up to INR 60,000 per year. OASIS Scholarship covers SC/ST/OBC students from West Bengal. Central NSP post-matric scholarships and Vidyalakshmi loans of up to INR 40,00,000 are also available.