Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Master of Surgery [MS] (Ophthalmology) at Sardar Patel Medical College (SPMC), Bikaner is a 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical degree programme that provides comprehensive training in the diagnosis, medical management, and surgical treatment of eye diseases. Affiliated to Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), the programme covers cornea, retina, glaucoma, cataract surgery, oculoplasty, neuro-ophthalmology, and paediatric ophthalmology. SPMC Bikaner is a premier government medical college with a well-equipped Ophthalmology department and a high patient load, offering excellent surgical exposure. The total course fees for the 3-year programme are approximately Rs 66,036 (excluding hostel), making it one of the most affordable MS programmes in the country. Admission is through NEET PG, with seats distributed between the All India Quota (AIQ) via MCC and the Rajasthan State Quota via the Rajasthan NEET PG Counselling Board. MS Ophthalmology is a highly sought-after surgical specialisation due to the growing demand for eye care specialists across India.

As of March 2026, the Rajasthan NEET PG 2025 counselling cycle (including the Stray Vacancy Round) has been completed. Admissions for the 2025 batch are closed. The next admission cycle (NEET PG 2026) is expected to begin with registration tentatively in April 2026, with the exam in June 2026 and counselling likely commencing by October-November 2026.

Key Points

SPMC Bikaner's Ophthalmology department handles a large volume of surgical cases including cataract, glaucoma, retinal detachment, and corneal transplants, providing excellent hands-on surgical training.
MS Ophthalmology at SPMC Bikaner is a 3-year NMC-recognised degree programme; graduates are eligible for independent ophthalmic surgical practice and can pursue super-speciality (DrNB/Fellowship) programmes.
Non-service category students are required to serve a 2-year government service bond post-completion; the penalty for breaking the bond is Rs 25 lakh.
PG students at SPMC Bikaner receive a monthly stipend of Rs 82,800 (Year 1), Rs 87,975 (Year 2), and Rs 91,425 (Year 3).
The college is attached to PBM Hospital, Bikaner, ensuring high patient turnover and diverse clinical exposure.

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SPMC MS Ophthalmology Fees

The MS Ophthalmology programme at SPMC Bikaner carries a very affordable fee structure as it is a government medical college. The tuition fee for government quota seats is Rs 8,053 per year. One-time charges (admission fee and caution money) are paid at the time of joining, while sports fee, infrastructure development fund, and electricity/water charges are paid annually. The total course fee for the 3-year MS Ophthalmology programme (excluding hostel) is approximately Rs 66,036.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Frequency	Amount (Rs)
Tuition Fees	Per Year (x3)	8,053
Admission Fee	One-time	6,040
Caution Money	One-time	3,221
Sports Fee	Per Year (x3)	4,027
Infrastructure Development and Welfare Fund	Per Year (x3)	2,013
Electricity and Water Charges	Per Year (x3)	4,832
Total Fees (3 Years, excl. Hostel)		66,036
Hostel Fees - Single Seated Room	Per Year	9,663
Hostel Fees - Double Sharing Room	Per Year	7,248

Caution money is refundable at the time of leaving the college.
Girls of all categories are exempted from paying tuition fees.
Boys belonging to SC, ST, EWS, MBC(NCL), and OBC(NCL) categories are exempted from tuition fees on submission of a valid caste certificate.
Hostel accommodation is optional; fees mentioned are per year and not included in the Total Fees above.
PG students receive a monthly stipend (Rs 82,800 in Year 1; Rs 87,975 in Year 2; Rs 91,425 in Year 3), which significantly offsets the course fees.
Non-service category students must submit a bank guarantee of Rs 1.5 lakh at the time of final joining as part of the service bond compliance.

SPMC MS Ophthalmology Admission 2026

Admission to MS Ophthalmology at SPMC Bikaner is entirely based on NEET PG scores. 50% of seats are under the All India Quota (AIQ) managed by MCC, and the remaining 50% are under the Rajasthan State Quota managed by the Rajasthan NEET PG Counselling Board. The 2025 admission cycle has been completed across all rounds including the Stray Vacancy Round. The next cycle is expected to begin with NEET PG 2026.

SPMC Bikaner MS Ophthalmology Admission Dates (2025 Cycle - Completed)

Event	Date
NEET PG 2025 Exam	August 3, 2025
NEET PG 2025 Result	August 19, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 1 Registration	November 7, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 1 Result	December 5, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 2 Result	December 26, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 3 Result	February 16, 2026
Stray Vacancy Round Application	February 18-22, 2026
Stray Vacancy Round Result	February 25, 2026
Last Date of Joining (Stray Vacancy)	February 27, 2026

NEET PG 2026 Exam Dates (Tentative - Upcoming Cycle)

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	April 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	May 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	June 15, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must hold an MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate from a recognised medical college.
Completion of compulsory rotatory internship (CRRI) on or before the cut-off date specified by NBE/MCC.
Must have a valid registration with NMC or State Medical Council at the time of joining.

Admission Process:

Appear in NEET PG and secure the minimum qualifying percentile (50th for General/EWS; 40th for SC/ST/OBC-PwD).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for AIQ seats or on the Rajasthan State Counselling portal for state quota seats.
Pay the application fee and security deposit as applicable.
Fill and lock college and course preferences in order of priority.
Seat allotment is done based on NEET PG rank, reservation roster, and candidate preferences.
Report to the allotted college within the stipulated joining date with all original documents.
Execute the service bond (for non-service category candidates) and pay the required bank guarantee of Rs 1.5 lakh.

SPMC MS Ophthalmology Scholarships 2026

PG students at SPMC Bikaner benefit primarily from the state government's fee exemption policies and the monthly stipend, which together make the programme financially very accessible. Students may also apply for national and state-level scholarships based on category and financial need.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Tuition Fee Exemption (Rajasthan Govt.)	Girls (all categories); SC/ST/EWS/MBC/OBC boys with valid certificate	Full tuition fee waiver
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) - National Scholarship Portal	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition and maintenance allowance
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship	Top 20 percentile in qualifying exam; family income below Rs 8 lakh	Rs 10,000/year
Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC/EBC)	OBC/EBC students; family income below Rs 1 lakh	Maintenance and tuition support
Mukhya Mantri Uchh Shiksha Scholarship (Rajasthan)	Rajasthan domicile; family income below Rs 2.5 lakh	Financial support for higher education

Scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or the Rajasthan Scholarship Portal (scholarship.rajasthan.gov.in).
The monthly stipend of Rs 82,800 (Year 1), Rs 87,975 (Year 2), and Rs 91,425 (Year 3) is the most significant financial benefit for PG students at government medical colleges in Rajasthan.
Students are advised to apply for scholarships at the beginning of the academic year and keep all category certificates updated.

SPMC Bikaner M.S Ophthalmology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#61 out of 632 in India 2025

#4th in Rajasthan

IIRF Ranking

#58 out of 70 in Top Public Colleges in India 2025

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SPMC MS Ophthalmology FAQs

Ques. How many MS Ophthalmology seats are available at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. SPMC Bikaner has MS Ophthalmology seats available under both the All India Quota (AIQ) and the Rajasthan State Quota. Based on the 2025 seat matrix, approximately 2-3 seats are available under AIQ. The exact seat matrix is published each year by MCC and the Rajasthan NEET PG Counselling Board before counselling begins.

Ques. What is the stipend for MS Ophthalmology students at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. MS Ophthalmology students at SPMC Bikaner receive a monthly stipend of Rs 82,800 in Year 1, Rs 87,975 in Year 2, and Rs 91,425 in Year 3. This stipend is paid by the Rajasthan state government.

Ques. Is there a service bond for MS Ophthalmology at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. Yes. Non-service category candidates admitted to MS Ophthalmology at SPMC Bikaner must execute a 2-year government service bond. The penalty for breaking the bond is Rs 25 lakh, and a bank guarantee of Rs 1.5 lakh must be submitted at the time of joining.

Ques. What surgical exposure does SPMC Bikaner offer for MS Ophthalmology students?

Ans. SPMC Bikaner is attached to PBM Hospital, one of the largest government hospitals in Rajasthan. The Ophthalmology department handles a high volume of cataract surgeries, glaucoma procedures, retinal surgeries, corneal transplants, and oculoplasty cases. Students typically perform a large number of independent surgeries during their 3-year training, making it excellent for surgical skill development.

Ques. Can I pursue a super-speciality (DrNB/Fellowship) after MS Ophthalmology from SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. Yes. After completing MS Ophthalmology from SPMC Bikaner (an NMC-recognised institution), you are eligible to appear for NEET SS for DrNB programmes in sub-specialities such as Vitreoretinal Surgery, Cornea, Glaucoma, and Oculoplasty. You can also pursue fellowship programmes offered by various institutions and professional bodies.

Ques. What is the difference between MS Ophthalmology and DNB Ophthalmology?

Ans. MS Ophthalmology is a university-based degree awarded by RUHS (in the case of SPMC Bikaner), while DNB Ophthalmology is awarded by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). Both are NMC-recognised and equivalent in terms of clinical practice rights. MS is offered at government medical colleges through NEET PG counselling, while DNB is offered at NBE-accredited hospitals. MS from a reputed government college like SPMC Bikaner is generally preferred for academic and government service positions.