Welcome to Sankara Nethralaya: India's Largest Super Speciality Eye Care Hospital Fellowship application open for the July 2026 session Sankara Nethralaya The largest super speciality Eye Care Hospital in India Serving the patients from all over the country and abroad with quality care and compassion. Book Appointment Doctors Surgeries a day Patients a day Years of Care Sankara Nethralaya Branches View all Sankara Nethralaya (Padma Bhushan Dr. S. S. Badrinath Campus) location_on Chennai Book Appointment Sankara Nethralaya (JKCN) location_on Chennai Book Appointment Sankara Nethralaya (C.U.Shah) location_on Chennai Book Appointment Sankara Nethralaya, (JCOC) location_on Chennai Sankara Nethralaya R A Puram location_on Chennai Book Appointment Smt. T.K. Lakshmi Ammal & Smt. T.K. Alamelu Ammal Sankara Nethralaya location_on Chennai Sri City Sankara Nethralaya location_on Sri City, AP Suraj Sankara Nethralaya location_on Chetpet, TN Aditya Birla Sankara Nethralaya (ABSN) location_on Kolkata Book Appointment Kamalnayan Bajaj Sankara Nethralaya (KBSN) location_on Kolkata Book Appointment Sankara Nethralaya, RSM SQUARE location_on Kolkata Book Appointment Sankara Nethralaya Specialities Cataract Cornea Glaucoma Neuro Ophthalmology Ocular Oncology Oculoplasty & Orbit Pediatric Ophthalmology Refractive Surgery Uvea Vitreoretina Sankara Nethralaya Specialty Clinics Computer Vision Syndrome Clinic Contact Lens Clinic Low Vision Care Clinic Special Children Clinic Ocular Prosthetic Clinic Orthoptics Clinic Occupational Optometry Services Vision Enhancement Clinic Welcome to Sankara Nethralaya Welcome to Sankara Nethralaya – a place known for excellent eye care and a strong dedication to providing high-quality service and caring healthcare. Since we started in 1978 with the late Dr. SS Badrinath, we've been focused on giving top-notch eye care with a lot of care and kindness. At Sankara Nethralaya, our Quality Policy stands as the cornerstone of our commitment. We pledge to meet the diverse needs of our patients through a dedicated team of highly qualified professionals. Upholding patient safety and well-being as our paramount priority, we continuously strive for excellence, complying with international standards to maintain the highest quality of ophthalmic services. We take immense pride in achieving certification from the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) across all our centers. At Sankara Nethralaya, we stand on four pillars: Patient Care, Community Service, Education, and Research. These pillars form the foundation of our ethos, guiding us in our pursuit of excellence and innovation in ophthalmic services. Our status as one of the top eye-care facilities in India is attributed to our relentless focus on patient welfare, community outreach, academic excellence, and groundbreaking research endeavors. Read less 45+ Years of Eyecare Experience 10+ Branches All over India Make a pledge today to donate your eyes 24 x 7 Helpline (044 2828 1919) More Details Upcoming Events Get your Answers Frequently Asked Questions View all One can schedule an appointment online through our website or by contacting the appointment section using the available phone numbers. Patients seeking appointments follow the same procedure, but the hospital also operates an Emergency Room (ER) specifically for urgent eye injuries, ensuring prompt treatment for such cases. Yes, we have a dedicated Emergency Room (ER) equipped to handle urgent eye injuries and conditions. Patients requiring immediate attention for eye emergencies can visit our ER for prompt care. Sankara Nethralaya operates multiple campuses in Chennai and Kolkata. The quality of care does not differ among campuses and the hospital as a whole is recognized for our commitment to eye health. All campuses provide equal treatment and facilities. The cost of cataract surgery at Sankara Nethralaya Chennai can vary based on factors such as procedure type, patient's medical condition, etc. At Sankara Nethralaya, all our doctors meticulously follow our hospital's mission and vision. They are dedicated to providing world-class eye care to every individual, irrespective of their economic background. All campuses of Sankara Nethralaya offer ample parking facilities for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers. For Consultation and Check-up Book an Appointment Now calendar_month Book Appointment Sankara Nethralaya Achievements Sankara Nethralaya wins International Patient Safety Award for Fourth straight Year Sankara Nethralaya wins ET Healthcare Award for Ophthalmology Sankara Nethralaya received IPSC Award for 3rd Year in Row! Best Ophthalmology Specialty Hospital Sankara Nethralaya Latest News & Events Sankara Nethralaya wins International Patient Safety Award for Fourth straight Year Sankara Nethralaya has won the “Outstanding Team Award for Excellence in Patient Safety” at the 13th International Patient Safety Conference, standing out among 278 nominations received from 84 organisations worldwide. ICICI Foundation-Supported Uvea and Glaucoma Floors Inaugurated at Sankara Nethralaya Sankara Nethralaya inaugurated dedicated Uvea and Glaucoma facilities on the 3rd and 4th floors of the Mahyco Block at its Padma Bhushan Dr. S.S. Badrinath Campus Dr. Anuradha Honoured with Living Legend Award at ASCON 2025 Dr. Anuradha was conferred the prestigious Living Legend Award at ASCON 2025 held in Hyderabad, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the field of optometry and eye care education.