MBBS in Nepal

MBBS in Nepal

About Nepal

Nepal is a Federal Democratic Republic and a large sovereign country landlocked in South Asia, located in the Himalayas. It has a population of about 29 million and is the 93rd largest country by area, bordering China to the North and India to the South, East & West. Nepal is known for its diverse geography including fertile plains, subalpine hills and eight of the world’s ten tallest mountains, including Mount Everest. Lord Buddha’s birthplace (Lumbini) is also in Nepal. The official language is Nepali, and about 90% of people understand Hindi. Nepal hosts the permanent secretariat of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).

Why MBBS in Nepal?

• Nepal is well known among Indian medical students for quality training, strong medical framework and practice-based learning with good patient exposure. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
• Nepal can be an excellent choice for pursuing an MBBS degree. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Two main universities are popular: Kathmandu University and Tribhuvan University.

Kathmandu University (KU)

Kathmandu University is an autonomous, non-profit, self-funding public institution established by an Act of Parliament in December 1991. It focuses on maintaining academic excellence and providing quality education for leadership.

Medical Colleges Affiliated with Kathmandu University

• Manipal College of Medical Science, Pokhara (MCOMS)
• College of Medical Science, Bharatpur
• Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel
• Birat Medical College, Biratnagar
• Kathmandu Medical College, Kathmandu
• Nepal Medical College (NMC), Jorpati, Kathmandu
• Devdaha Medical College & Teaching Hospital, Devdaha, Rupandehi
• Nepalgunj Medical College, Nepalgunj
• Lumbini Medical College (LMC), Palpa
• Nobel Medical College, Biratnagar
• B & C Medical College & Teaching Hospital, Jhapa

Tribhuwan University (TU)

Tribhuwan University is a public university established in 1959 in Kirtipur, Kathmandu. It is the oldest university in Nepal and one of the largest by enrollment.

Medical Colleges Affiliated with Tribhuwan University

• Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu
• Nepal Army Institute of Health Sciences, Kathmandu
• KIST Medical College, Kathmandu
• Chitwan Medical College, Bharatpur
• Gandaki Medical College, Pokhara
• Universal Medical College, Bhairahawa
• National Medical College, Birgunj
• Janaki Medical College, Janakpur

Entrance Exam & Admission

Indian students must either appear for the entrance exam conducted by Nepal’s Medical Education Commission (MEC) or have a valid NEET score of the current academic year for admission.

Benefits of MBBS in Nepal

• Quality education with practical exposure in hospitals.
• No language barrier — Hindi is widely spoken and English is the medium of instruction.
• Easy accessibility — India and Nepal have friendly ties and visa-free travel for Indian citizens.
• Degrees are recognized by National Medical Commission (India), WHO and other medical bodies.

Top Medical Colleges in Nepal

• Kathmandu Medical College
• Nepal Medical College
• Manipal College of Medical Science
• Lumbini Medical College
• Devdaha Medical College
• Nobel Medical College
• Nepalgunj Medical College
• College of Medical Sciences
• Birat Medical College
• B & C Medical College & Teaching Hospital

MBBS Duration

The MBBS duration in Nepal is 4.5 years of academic study followed by a 1-year internship.

Syllabus

The MBBS curriculum in Nepal covers basic sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology), community medicine, and clinical medicine similar to the Indian MBBS pattern.

Academic Calendar

Eligibility Criteria

Fees & Other Expenses

• Admission form charge: IRs. 5,000
• Registration fee for Indians: IRs. 23,500
• Affiliation fee: IRs. 62,000
• Hostel fee (excluding food): IRs. 8,000 per month
• Food cost: IRs. 4,000–5,000 per month