Bachelors in Optometry (B.Optom)
Course Overview :
The Bachelors in Optometry (B.Optom) is a 4-year undergraduate degree program under Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS). This program equips students with clinical skills, diagnostic expertise, and patient-care knowledge to become qualified Optometrists. Graduates can pursue careers in hospitals, eye care clinics, research, academics, and the optical industry.
- Program: Bachelor of Science in Optometry
- Affiliated Institution: Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik
- Duration: 4 years (3 years academic + 1-year clinical internship)
- Seat Intake: Approximately 20 seats
- Mode of Study: Full-time
- Course Fee: As per MUHS Guidelines
Eligibility Criteria :
- Must have passed 10+2 (HSC) or equivalent examination.
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics, and English.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCB/PCM group (45% for reserved category).
- Minimum age: 17 years.
Optometry courses
Bachelors in Optometry (B.Optom)
Minimum Qualification
12th Science PCB
No. of Seats
20 per Year
Duration
4 Years
Admission Process :
Step 1: Online Application :
- Register on the MUHS admission portal.
- Fill in application details carefully.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, academic certificates, ID proof).
- Pay the prescribed application fee online.
Step 2: Merit List & Counseling
- Admissions are merit-based on qualifying exam performance (HSC or equivalent).
- MUHS publishes a provisional and final merit list.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for counseling / interviews.
- Seats are allotted as per merit, category, and seat availability.
Step 3: Document Verification & Fee Payment
- Submit original documents for verification.
- Confirm admission by paying the course fees within the given deadline.
Documents Required :
- 10th & 12th Marksheet and Passing Certificate
- Transfer / Leaving Certificate (TC/LC)
- Migration Certificate (if applicable)
- Birth Certificate / Age Proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card / Govt. ID Proof
- Passport-size Photographs
Important Dates – Intake 2026 (Tentative) :
- Application Opens: 1st week of April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: Last week of June 2026
- Provisional Merit List: July 2026
- Counseling & Seat Allotment: July – August 2026
- Commencement of Classes: August/September 2026
Course Duration & Structure :
- Total Duration: 4 Years 3 Years Academic Curriculum & 1 Year Clinical Internship
- Affiliation: Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
- Award: Bachelors in Optometry (B.Optom) Degree