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BSc Optometry Entrance Syllabus 2027

Bachelor of Science in Optometry Entrance Examination

AIIMS / State Universities / Private InstitutionsPen & Paper / CBTOnce a year
Total Questions100
Duration90 min
Total Marks100
Marking Scheme+1 for correct, no negative marking (most authorities)

Exam Pattern

#Subject / SectionQuestionsMarks
1Biology2525
2Physics2525
3Chemistry2525
4Optics Basics2525
Total100100

Syllabus by Subject

Eligibility & Attempts

EEligibility Criteria

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics; minimum 50% marks; age 17-25 years

ANumber of Attempts

No restriction (most institutions)

Exam Schedule

Frequency

Once a year

Next Exam Date

May 2027

Registration Opens

February 2027

Preparation Tips

  • 1Focus heavily on Physics (Optics chapter in Class 12) as it is directly relevant to optometry practice; master concepts of refraction, lenses, mirrors, wave optics, and the human eye.
  • 2Cover NCERT Biology thoroughly — chapters on Neural Control and Coordination (eye structure, vision mechanism) and Human Health and Disease are most relevant to optometry.
  • 3Research each institution's specific entrance exam format (some use PCB+Optics, others use standard PCB only) before preparing to align your study plan correctly.
  • 4Visit optometry clinics or shadow an optometrist during preparation to build genuine interest and gather material for personal statement/interview preparation at top institutions like LV Prasad.

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