Expected Permanent Government Optometrist / Ophthalmic Assistant Vacancies 2026 (High Probability)
Based on previous recruitment cycles, exam frequency, and expansion of government healthcare services, the following Government Optometrist / Ophthalmic Assistant / Ophthalmic Officer vacancies have a very high probability of being released in 2026. Every serious aspirant preparing for AIIMS, DSSSB, State PSC, and Railway exams should track these closely.
1. AIIMS CRE 5 (Common Recruitment Examination)
- Recruiting Body: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
- Expected Posts: Optometrist, Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmic Officer
- Job Type: Central Government – Permanent
- Selection Process: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Pay Level: Level 5 to Level 7
2. DSSSB – Delhi Government
- Recruiting Body: Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
- Expected Posts: Ophthalmic Assistant / Optometrist
- Department: Delhi Health & Family Welfare
- Pay Level: Level 4 to Level 6
- Job Location: Delhi (Urban & District Hospitals)
3. HSSC – Haryana
- Recruiting Body: Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC)
- Expected Posts: Ophthalmic Assistant / Optometrist
- Nature: Permanent State Government Job
- Pay Level: Level 4 to Level 6
4. RRB – Railway Paramedical Recruitment
- Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Expected Posts: Optometrist / Ophthalmic Assistant
- Department: Indian Railways Medical Services
- Pay Level: Level 5 to Level 7
- Posting: Zonal Railway Hospitals across India
5. MPESB – Madhya Pradesh
- Recruiting Body: Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB)
- Expected Posts: Ophthalmic Assistant / Optometrist
- Department: State Health Services
- Pay Level: Level 4 to Level 6
6. Punjab – BFUHS (Ophthalmic Officer)
- Recruiting Body: Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS)
- Expected Post: Ophthalmic Officer
- Nature: State Government – Permanent
- Pay Level: Level 6 to Level 7
7. Bihar – Ophthalmic Assistant
- Recruiting Body: Bihar Health Department / State Selection Boards
- Expected Post: Ophthalmic Assistant
- Pay Level: Level 4 to Level 5
Pay Level & Salary Structure (Expected)
Most upcoming government optometry vacancies in 2026 will fall under Pay Level 4 to Pay Level 7.
- Gross Salary: ₹45,000 – ₹70,000 per month
- Includes: Basic Pay + DA + HRA + Other Allowances
- Note: Salary may vary based on state, city category, and central/state recruitment rules.
How to Prepare for Government Optometrist Vacancies 2026
To crack exams like AIIMS CRE, DSSSB, RRB, HSSC, MPESB, BFUHS, and State Health Services, you need a focused and exam-oriented preparation strategy.
- ✔ Master Clinical Optometry & Ophthalmic Instruments
- ✔ Strong command over Refraction, Binocular Vision & Ocular Diseases
- ✔ Study Community Optometry & NPCB Programs
- ✔ Practice previous year MCQs & mock tests
- ✔ Revise AIIMS-pattern objective questions
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- AIIMS CRE
- DSSSB
- RRB Paramedical
- State PSC & Health Department Exams
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