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In the today's modern era, Human life style has been completely changed and it is full of competition and advance technologies. Nowadays use of computer, Internet surfing is common and many computer users have Computer vision Syndrome (CVS); its temporary condition resulting from focusing the eyes on a computer display to protected, uninterrupted period of time. According to the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, CVS affects about 90% of people who spend 3 hours or more per day at a computer. Ayurveda refers treatments for CVS is Netra Tarpana, Netra Dhara, Nasya, Shirodhara, Shiro Abhyangam, Shiro pichu, Pada Abhyanga. Asanas, Pranayama and all the yogic practices had a definite purpose. The focusing exercises and Trataka improve the ability to make visual adjustments, the accommodation reflex and concentration and help to stimulate as well as relax the eye muscles. The palming, blinking and splashing exercises relax the eye muscles. Vision is our primary connection with this world. With the help of eyes, we can interact with our surroundings in more than a million ways every second. Computer, the knowledge bank of modern life, has emerged as a profession causing vision related discomfort, ocular fatigue, and systemic effects. Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is the new nomenclature to the visual, ocular and systemic symptoms arising due to the long time and improper working on the computer and is emerging as a pandemic in the 21st century. Approximately 60 million people suffer from Computer Vision Syndrome globally, which leads to a decrease in productivity at work and Quality of life. Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a condition resulting from focusing the eyes on a computer or other display device for protracted, uninterrupted periods of time. Research shows that between 50% and 90% of people who work at a computer screen have at least some symptoms. Dry eye is a major symptom that is targeted in the therapy of CVS. It is not a very dangerous issue but can cause serious problems; if not get the attention at the time. The goals of Ayurveda treatment for CVS include correcting the vitiation of Vata dosha in body and in the eyes also, relieving the symptoms of dry eyes and correcting the digestive fire and encourage lubrication in the body. The Acharyas have armed us with proper knowledge of Ayurveda to prevent & treat lifestyle disorders related to eye diseases; through explanation of Swasthavritta rules (specially mentioned as Dinacharya) & Yogic practices.