Pursuing education in Nepal has a great combination of academics as well as cultural experience. Nepal has a beautiful mix of past, different ethnic groups, and beautiful landscapes which makes studying in this country worthwhile. Popular for having conserved academic customs in medicine, engineering, and humanities. The cost of education and living is significantly lower compared to many other countries, making it an affordable choice for international and local students alike. Furthermore, students in Nepal gain exposure to a vibrant culture, multilingual society, and opportunities to explore the majestic Himalayas, fostering personal growth and a global perspective.

Study visa is issued to foreign students pursuing academic /non academic degree and research in Nepal. It is issued by the Department of Immigration upon the recommendation of line agency (Ministry of Education). It is also issued to teachers/professors involved in academic work (teaching) in Nepal upon recommendations from the concerned agencies of Nepal Government. It is issued for maximum of one year as per the recommendation or length of study.

Necessary Documents:-

• Recommendation letter from the Ministry of Education
• University/College Admission Receipt (original)
• Latest bank statement (issued within one week) showing sufficient funds
• Online Application Form ( Link to Online Study Visa Application )
• Copies of passport and latest Nepali visa
• Marriage Certificate and Birth Certificate (for those applying for their spouse and children as dependents)
• Progress Report Card (for student visa renewal)

For Researcher applying for student visa, following additional documents should also be produced;

• Offer/Appointment letter from an academic institution in Nepal (e.g., University)
• General Agreement between the two academic institutions (of Nepal and abroad)

Out of all universities in Nepal, 2 have made it to the Times Higher Education list- Tribhuvan University and Kathmandu University. Here’s the list of the top universities in Nepal that you can choose from if you wish to study in Nepal.

National Universities:-

• Tribhuvan University
• Kathmandu University
• Pokhara University
• Purbanchal University
• Agricultural and Forestry University
• Mid Western University
• Lumbini Buddhist University
• Nepal Sanskrit University
• Far Western University
• Madan Bhandari University of Science and Technology
• Nepal Open University
• Shahid Dashrath Chand National University of Health Sciences
• Rajarshi Janak University

Provincial Universities:

• Manmohan Technical University
• Madhesh Agriculture University
• Madhesh University
• Gandaki University
• Lumbini Technological University

Autonomous Institutes:

• B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences Nepal
• Patan Academy of Health Science (PoAHS)
• Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS)
• Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS)
• Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS)
• National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS)
• Madan Bhandari Academy of Health Sciences
• Rapti Academy of Health Sciences (RAHS)

Education Statistics:

• Total number of colleges in Nepal: 1,440
• Total number of foreign university-affiliated colleges and courses in Nepal: 59