About the Indian Optometry Federation
The apex national organization representing optometrists across India.
The Indian Optometry Federation (IOF) is the national representative body of optometry in India, registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. As an apex professional organization, IOF is committed to advancing the science, education, and clinical practice of optometry while upholding the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and patient care.
The Federation serves as a unified platform representing optometrists across the country, advocating for professional recognition, academic advancement, and structured integration of optometry within the healthcare system. IOF actively engages with government bodies, regulatory authorities, academic institutions, and healthcare stakeholders to contribute to policy development and professional regulation.
With a long-term vision to strengthen eye health delivery systems nationwide, IOF focuses on capacity building, continuing professional education, research promotion, public awareness initiatives, and community eye care services, particularly in underserved regions.
Objectives of the Federation
- Function as the apex national representative body of optometrists
- Promote advancement of optometric education and clinical practice
- Advocate statutory recognition and regulation of optometry
- Uphold professional ethics and standards of care
- Strengthen optometric education and training institutions
- Facilitate continuing professional development
- Encourage research and scientific exchange
- Support community eye care and outreach initiatives