MS Ophthalmology is a two year post-graduation course which deals with the study of anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. An Ophthalmologist is a specialist in medical and surgical eye problems. The course includes orbital and ocular anatomy, Gross anatomy, Histology, Ocular Physiology, Ocular Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology concerning ocular immunology. The course also imparts the opportunities for ophthalmologic research in clinical surgery settings like fine microsurgery, using the operating microscope, and intraocular surgery or vitreoretinal surgery of the eye. The eligibility criteria for MS Ophthalmology, Candidates who wish to study this should have passed an M.B.B.S. degree with at least 50% marks from a recognized university board. Students having degree in MS Ophthalmology can do jobs in any country of the world including India. After completing this course they can work as Ophthalmologist, Senior Resident/Consultant - Ophthalmology, Medical Consultant/ Visiting Medical Consultant, Lecturer/Professor, Clinical Data Analyst and many more job profiles. Successful postgraduates of the course are offered an average annual salary ranging between INR 60,000 and 1 lakh monthly. MS Ophthalmology: Entrance Exams Some of top entrance exams are: 1) NEET PG 2) AIIMS PG 3) JIPMER 4) PGIMER MS Ophthalmology: Job Profile There are various job roles that you become eligible for they are: • Product Specialist • Clinical Associates • Ophthalmologist • Consultant Ophthalmologists • ENT- Specialist • Professor • Surgeon MS Ophthalmology: Employment Area Listed below are the few areas you may get employment in: • Defence Services • Hospital Eye Casualty Departments • Laser Eye Surgery Clinics • Operating Theatres • Outpatient Clinics • Research & Medical Colleges/Universities