Postgraduate Training Programmes in Ophthalmology
Applications are invited for admission to the following specialized postgraduate training programmes for the Session 2027.
FCPS-II Ophthalmology
Four Years Training Programme Eligibility to apply:- MBBS (Recognized by PMDC), along with One Year House Job in a PMDC recognized institution.
- FCPS-I (Ophthalmology) passed in the last three years.
- Candidates who are not registered with CPSP/RTMC at any other institution.
- Maximum age: 35 years.
Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine & Surgery (DOMS)
Two Years Training Programme Eligibility to apply:- MBBS (Recognized by PMDC), along with One Year House Job in a PMDC recognized institution.
- One year Ophthalmology experience at a recognized institution.
- Maximum age: 30 years.
Important Dates
Last Date of Online Submission
29 November 2026
Test / Interview Schedule
Only short-listed candidates will be called for test/interview. Date will be communicated directly.
Stipend Policy
During the period of training, a stipend will be paid to the selected candidates as per policy of Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Rawalpindi.
Evaluation Criteria
- 1 Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, publications, and clinical presentations.
- 2 Only short-listed candidates will be invited for the written test and panel interview.
- 3 Paid stipend will be provided as per Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital trainee policy.
- 4 Incomplete applications or submissions received after the due date will not be entertained.
Online Application Process
Online Admission Portal
Applicants must apply online through the official PIO Admission Portal by 29 November 2026.
Applicants must apply online through the official PIO Admission Portal by 29 November 2026.
Steps to Apply Online:
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Deposit the Rs. 2,000/- application processing fee into the designated bank account:
Bank Name: Askari BankAccount No: 01811650000246Account Title: Al-Shifa Trust- PIO
- Scan all required credentials (MBBS degree & DMC, PMDC registration certificate, House Job certificate, FCPS-I pass letter, experience certificate, and publications if any).
- Scan proof of deposit slip / online transaction receipt of Rs. 2,000/-.
- Open the PIO Admission Portal link and complete the application profile.
- Upload the scanned documents and fee receipt, then submit before 29 November 2026.
Contact:
Registrar, Pakistan Institute of Ophthalmology (PIO)
Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
Phone: 051-5487821-4 Ext: 364/365/373