Master of Surgery [MS] (Ophthalmology)
About Master of Surgery [MS] (Ophthalmology)
The MS Ophthalmology at Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital (RRMCH), Bangalore is a three-year NMC-approved postgraduate surgical programme under RGUHS, conducted at RRMCH’s 700-bed teaching hospital on Mysore Road, Bangalore. Admission is through NEET PG. Management quota total fee: INR 96,00,000. An external review site ranks RRMCH 412 among Medical Colleges in India (2025).
📋 Admission Status: NEET PG 2026 registration is currently open. Last date to register is 7 July 2026 (Tentative). MCC and KEA Karnataka counselling for MS admissions are expected from October 2026.
Key Points
- NMC-approved MS Ophthalmology under RGUHS affiliation.
- Surgical training at RRMCH’s 700-bed teaching hospital, Mysore Road, Bangalore.
- Monthly stipend: INR 45,000 (Y1), INR 50,000 (Y2), INR 55,000 (Y3).
RRMCH Bangalore MS Ophthalmology Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 3 Years |
| Annual Fee (Management Quota) | INR 32,00,000 |
| Hostel Fee (Optional, per year) | INR 1,75,000 |
| Total Fees (Hostel separate) | INR 96,00,000 |
- Management quota fee only. Government quota is regulated and lower.
- Residents receive monthly stipends as per RGUHS and NMC norms.
- Confirm current fee structure at rrmch.org before applying.
RRMCH Bangalore MS Ophthalmology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Registration Opens | June 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET PG 2026 Registration Closes | July 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| MCC AIQ Counselling Round 1 | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Karnataka PGET Counselling | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commencement | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| NEET PG 2026 Registration End | June 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam Date | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is through NEET PG 2026 merit only.
- Seats filled via MCC and KEA Karnataka counselling.
- MBBS with completed internship and MCI or SMC registration required.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college.
- Completion of a compulsory one-year rotating internship after MBBS.
- Valid permanent or provisional registration with MCI or a State Medical Council.
- Valid NEET PG 2026 score required. NMC has no minimum percentile threshold for private colleges.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET PG 2026 at natboard.edu.in from June 7, 2026 (Tentative).
- Appear for NEET PG 2026 on August 30, 2026.
- Check NEET PG result and merit list (expected September 2026).
- Participate in MCC All India counselling at mcc.nic.in for AIQ seats.
- Participate in KEA Karnataka PGET counselling for state quota seats.
- Submit allocation letter and original documents to RRMCH for seat confirmation.
✓ Opt for this if
- MBBS graduates targeting ophthalmology and eye surgery training via NEET PG in Bengaluru
- Candidates seeking MS Ophthalmology at NAAC A+ RGUHS-affiliated hospital with active eye OPD
- Doctors aiming for ophthalmologist or eye surgeon roles in South India private practice
- Applicants comfortable with management quota fees for a career in ophthalmic surgery
✗ Skip if
- Candidates who can secure government quota MS Ophthalmology seats at top regional colleges
- Doctors needing training at centres with high corneal transplant or retina surgery volumes
- Applicants requiring dedicated phacoemulsification and laser surgery training track
RRMCH Bangalore MS Ophthalmology Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students. Apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship | INR 2,000 - 5,000 | Karnataka domicile students, merit-based. Apply via state portal |
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full/partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka SC/ST students. Apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | Partial fee support | Karnataka OBC/Minority students. Apply via state portal |
| RRMCH Merit Award | INR 5,000 - 10,000 | Top-ranking students in the batch, awarded each academic year |
- NSP and state scholarships require Karnataka domicile and income proof.
- Apply for NSP scholarships before October 31 of the academic year.
- Contact RRMCH student welfare office for institutional scholarship details.
RRMCH Bangalore MS Ophthalmology FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MS Ophthalmology at RRMCH Bangalore?
Ans. The management quota total fee for MS Ophthalmology at RRMCH Bangalore is INR 96,00,000 for the three-year programme (INR 32,00,000 per year). Government and state quota fees are regulated by the Karnataka Fee Regulatory Committee and are lower. Residents also receive monthly stipends as per RGUHS and NMC norms. Confirm the current fee at rrmch.org before applying.
Ques. What is the NEET PG 2026 schedule for MS Ophthalmology at RRMCH?
Ans. NEET PG 2026 registration opened on June 7, 2026 (Tentative) and closes July 7, 2026 (Tentative) at natboard.edu.in. The exam is scheduled for August 30, 2026. MCC All India counselling is expected from October 2026, followed by KEA Karnataka PGET counselling in November 2026. Classes are expected to commence in January 2027.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MS Ophthalmology at RRMCH Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college, have completed a compulsory one-year rotating internship, and hold permanent or provisional registration with MCI or a State Medical Council. A valid NEET PG 2026 score is required. NMC has removed the minimum percentile restriction for private college seats.
Ques. What are the career options after MS Ophthalmology from RRMCH Bangalore?
Ans. Graduates of MS Ophthalmology from RRMCH can work as ophthalmologists and eye surgeons at hospitals, eye care centres, and private ophthalmic practice. RGUHS-affiliated MS degrees are recognised across India for government and private hospital positions. Graduates may also pursue further super-specialty training (DM or MCh) via NEET SS.
Ques. Does RRMCH provide a stipend to MS residents?
Ans. Yes. RRMCH provides a monthly stipend to MS residents as per RGUHS and NMC norms: INR 45,000 per month in Year 1, INR 50,000 per month in Year 2, and INR 55,000 per month in Year 3. The stipend partially offsets management quota fees over the three-year programme.