The MS Ophthalmology at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS) is a postgraduate Clinical Science program under Kathmandu University. Ophthalmology specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
Applicants require an MBBS or equivalent degree in modern medicine from an institution recognized by Kathmandu University, one year of clinical experience after obtaining Nepal Medical Council registration, and registration with the Nepal Medical Council. Admission follows the Medical Education Commission postgraduate entrance and selection framework through MECEE-PG.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Course | MS Ophthalmology |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Academic group | Clinical Science |
| Institution | Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences |
| University | Kathmandu University |
| Location | Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok, Nepal |
| Academic focus | Diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases |
| Qualifying degree | MBBS or equivalent degree in modern medicine |
| Clinical experience | 1 year after Nepal Medical Council registration |
| Professional registration | Nepal Medical Council registration required |
| Entrance | MECEE-PG |
| Entrance authority | Medical Education Commission |
| Reference seats | 2 |
| Degree award | Kathmandu University |
MS Ophthalmology is one of the postgraduate medical programs available at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS).
KUSMS is the School of Medical Sciences of Kathmandu University in Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok. Within the KUSMS MD/MS structure, Ophthalmology is included in the Clinical Science group.
The specialty has a defined focus on the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, placing it within postgraduate clinical medical education for qualified doctors.
Ophthalmology is concerned with diseases affecting the eyes. The academic focus of MS Ophthalmology at KUSMS is specifically identified as:
Diagnosis of eye diseases
Treatment of eye diseases
The program follows general medical education at MBBS or equivalent level and then moves into postgraduate specialization in Ophthalmology.
Its subject direction is distinct from other Clinical Science disciplines such as Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, and Oto-rhinolaryngology.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold an MBBS or equivalent degree in modern medicine from an institution recognized by Kathmandu University.
As Ophthalmology belongs to the Clinical Science group, applicants must also have:
One year of clinical experience after obtaining Nepal Medical Council registration
Registration with the Nepal Medical Council
These requirements form part of the Clinical Science eligibility framework for MD/MS admission at KUSMS.
Clinical experience: One year after obtaining Nepal Medical Council registration.
The required clinical experience follows professional registration. The academic and admission sequence is therefore:
Complete MBBS or an equivalent degree in modern medicine recognized by Kathmandu University.
Obtain Nepal Medical Council registration.
Complete one year of clinical experience after registration.
Meet the applicable MECEE-PG requirements.
Complete the MEC selection and admission process.
Enroll in MS Ophthalmology under Kathmandu University.
Entrance: MECEE-PG
Admission follows the postgraduate medical education framework administered by the Medical Education Commission (MEC).
The Medical Education Commission, Government of Nepal, conducts entrance testing for MD/MS programs, with selection carried out according to applicable MEC guidelines.
The postgraduate admission framework covers relevant provisions for eligibility, entrance, merit and selection, matching, seat allocation, scholarship arrangements, and admission procedures.
Reference seats: 2
MS Ophthalmology carries two reference seats in the KUSMS program context.
Medical postgraduate seat allocation operates within the Medical Education Commission framework. The reference figure represents the stated intake and may vary according to the applicable admission cycle and MEC seat determination.
The curriculum, examinations, academic progression, and degree requirements for MS Ophthalmology follow Kathmandu University rules and regulations.
| Academic stage | Governing framework |
|---|---|
| Entrance and selection | Medical Education Commission / MECEE-PG |
| Curriculum and examinations | Kathmandu University |
| Degree award | Kathmandu University |
| Professional regulation | Nepal Medical Council |
MECEE-PG forms part of the admission process. Academic examinations undertaken after enrollment belong to the Kathmandu University postgraduate program.
KUSMS places Ophthalmology within a Clinical Science group that also includes:
Anaesthesiology
Dermatology
General Surgery
Internal Medicine
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Orthopaedics
Oto-rhinolaryngology
Paediatrics
Pathology
Psychiatry
Radio Diagnosis
Each represents a separate postgraduate discipline. Ophthalmology is distinguished by its concentration on diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
KUSMS operates within the institutional relationship between Kathmandu University and Dhulikhel Hospital. Its academic setting includes a basic-science site at Chaukot in the Panauti area and the university-hospital setting in Dhulikhel.
The wider basic-science facilities include laboratories, lecture halls, Problem-Based Learning classrooms, audiovisual resources, and library facilities.
These form part of the broader KUSMS medical education environment in which postgraduate programs operate.
Applicants require registration with the Nepal Medical Council as part of the Clinical Science eligibility requirements.
Kathmandu University governs the academic course and degree award, while professional medical registration remains within the applicable Nepal Medical Council framework.
MS Ophthalmology is a postgraduate Clinical Science program under Kathmandu University focused on the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
Yes. Ophthalmology is included within the Clinical Science group of the KUSMS MD/MS structure.
Applicants need an MBBS or equivalent degree in modern medicine from an institution recognized by Kathmandu University.
Yes. Applicants need one year of clinical experience after obtaining Nepal Medical Council registration.
Yes. Nepal Medical Council registration is part of the stated Clinical Science eligibility requirements.
Admission follows the MECEE-PG postgraduate entrance framework administered by the Medical Education Commission.
The reference intake is two seats. Seat allocation remains subject to the applicable Medical Education Commission framework.
The specialty focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
Kathmandu University awards the degree through Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences.
