SN ESO offers 100% placements to all students in various sectors. SNESO graduates are highly sought after by reputed organizations in eye care, healthcare, and optical industries. Students secure roles as Clinical Optometrists, Research Associates, Hospital Administrators, Optical Store Managers, and Academic Faculty. Many students also pursue higher education such as Masters of Optometry. With an average starting CTC of ₹3.5 to ₹5.5 LPA, and higher packages for specialized roles, our placement program is a testament to the rigorous training and exposure students receive. SNESO also supports students with mock interviews, skill development workshops, and industry interactions to enhance their employability.

SN ESO alumni are placed in high roles across various continents. Many alumni are the Heads of Optometry colleges across India, leading researchers across the globe, placed as global leaders for various optometry specialties.

Program details: An external internship is for a period of 6 months (July - December) in the OPD observation, attending CMEs, Community rotations etc. (Including comprehensive school screening, adult screening, occupational optometry). This is subject to the candidates' clearing of all theory exams till the third year. They will be paying a tuition fee as paid by our interns. (approximately INR 65,000).

Entry criteria: An evaluation (Online theory- 50% pass) and interview (By an expert panel) will be conducted to assess the suitability of the candidate.

Timelines

Application: April of every year (INR 1000/ for application and processing) - will be available in the respective websites

Applications deadline: May 31

Online exam and interview: June 2nd week

Subjects: All Optometry subjects (Optics, Ocular diseases, Optometric instruments, clinical integration)

Fee amount:

A fee for internship, library fee and caution deposit. If there is any damage caused for instruments due to mishandling this cost will be adjusted from the caution deposit.

Fees details for one semester: (2025-26)

Internship course: 65000.00
Library fee: 750.00
Caution Deposit: 2000.00
Total: 67400.00

Fee payment June end

Commencement of internship: July 1st till December 31

Extension further for another 6 months, if required by the candidates, will be based on their performance and attendance in the previous 6 months with additional payments