MD - MS in Nepal

Medical Education Commission Entrance Exam (MECEE) 

MECEE is an entrance examination conducted for providing admission in medical postgraduate courses in Nepalese NMC/MCI-recognized institutes that is equivalent to NBE in India. MECEE is a common entrance examination through which institutes like B.P Koirala Institute of Health Sciences and Tribhuvan University-Institute of Medicine provide MD/MS admission in Nepal.

Indian students have to appear for the MECEE examination to pursue an MD/MS in Nepal. Qualified students will get admission to various specialties at the institution of their choice. MECEE is conducted by the Nepal Medical Education Board. It is an online examination organized to provide admission among participating institutes across Nepal. It is held once a year. 

The duration of the Examination is three hours. The question paper of MECEE consists of multiple-choice questions. The Fees for application form for Indian students is 8000 INR.

ECEE PG Highlights

Institutes Offering MD/MS In Nepal

1. Tribhuvan University-Institute of Medicine

2. B.P Koirala Institute of Health Sciences 

Advantages Of Getting Admission To MD MS In Nepal

There are so many benefits especially for Indian students to take MD MS admission in Nepal.

• NMC/MCI Recognized seats- There are various NMC/MCI recognized institutions in Nepal that offer similar course curriculum and patterns as directed by the NBE in India. Institutes provide higher quality education as per the needs of students and modern requirements. 
• Comfortable and pleasing weather-Medical universities and institutes of Nepal provide a friendly environment at their campuses. In addition, their accommodation facility is also excellent. Hostel rooms are neat & clean and spacious. 
• The curriculum almost similar to the NMC/MCI- MD/MS course curriculum taught at Nepalese medical institutes is almost similar to the Indian pattern. The structure of the courses is organized. 
• No Visa- Indian students do not need a visa or passport to study MD/MS in Nepal. Due to friendly relations between India and Nepal, Indian students don’t require any Visa for admission purposes. 
• No language barrier- there is no barrier to communication in Nepal among foreigners. They speak both English and Hindi. Nepalese citizens are familiar with Indian culture, food, lifestyle, and language. Thus, Indian students will adapt to the living style and culture of Nepal.
• Quality education- Nepalese institutions deliver quality education to the students. Institutes are well-equipped with modern learning and teaching facilities to provide an effective learning environment. 
• Economical living- Economical living is another factor that attracts Indian students pursuing postgraduate courses in Nepal. No other nation is as economical as Nepal for Indian Students. From the cost of study to living, food, and accommodation, everything is pocket-friendly in Nepal. 
• Connected with all major routes- Nepal is very well connected to Indian borders UP, Bihar, and Uttarakhand by bus. By air direct flight is available from Lucknow, Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Kolkata, etc.

MD MS In Nepal Eligibility Criteria For Indian Students

1. MBBS from any recognized university or any equivalent degree.
2. Completion of a one-year internship is mandatory.
3. Candidates must be provincially / permanently registered with NMC, India. 
4. Should have registration with the Medical Council in the respective country.
5. Students must have passed the MECEE PG entrance examination with a minimum of 50% marks. 

Documents Required For MD/MS Admission In Nepal 

1. 10^th and 12^th mark sheets and certificate, Original.
2. Original MBBS Degree and certificate should be transcripts in Nepalese. 
3. Entrance Examination Admit Card of the current year. 
4. Original certificate of registration with their respective medical council. 
5. Migration certificate.
6. Citizenship certificates such as Voter ID, passport, Adhaar card, Domicile Certificate, etc. 

MCI Recognized Seats In Nepal

Although Nepal attracts a lot of international students to study medicine and healthcare degrees, the Medical Council of India (NMC) has authorized the following colleges:

1. Tribhuvan University, Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu (Few NMC Recognized seats left)

2. B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan

Institute Of Medicine, Kathmandu (Tribhuvan University)

Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu is a reputed medical and healthcare institute in Nepal, regulated by Tribhuvan University. The institute was established with the ultimate objective of providing training in all categories in the healthcare sector and health-related manpower required in Nepal. It was established in 1972. Within a decade of establishment, the institute developed and built 12 campuses across the country. Among these, 3 campuses are located in Kathmandu and 9 campuses are located outside the valley of Kathmandu

Fee Structure 

NEPAL MEDICAL PG FEE STRUCTURE AND INFORMATION

Form will be announced by 2nd week of July

BPKIHS fee structure 

All subjects $50,000/- USD in 3 installments for all subjects for 3 years $17,000/- USD  per year

IOM, Kathmandu MD MS Admission Process

Indian student’s desires to study MD MS in Nepal at Maharaj Ganj Medical Campus (Institute of Medicine), in Kathmandu Valley have to meet the requirements to join the institute. 

All admissions to this institute are selected purely based on merits. Earlier, PG admission was provided on the basis of the entrance examination conducted by the IOM-Tribhuvan University but now it is totally based on the scores and performance of the MECEE Entrance Examination. Candidates must have to pass the examination to get admission to MD or MS courses. 

1. Qualifying in the common entrance exam MECEE is mandatory. 
2. No concession was given to any students under any clause

You can get more information about the admission at 

IOM, Kathmandu MD MS NMC/MCI Recognised Seats-

• Radiology
• Dermatology
• Orthopaedics
• General Medicine (Internal Medicine)
• Surgery
• ENT
• Anesthesia

BP Koirala Institute Of Health Sciences, Dharan

BPKIHS, one of the reputed institutes in Nepal was established in 1993. In five years, the institute was upgraded to a Health Science University (autonomous). The university is committed to improving the healthcare workforce, and social development, focusing on research, and providing health care services.

The institute is named after the visionary leader of Nepal, Bisheshwar Prasad Koirala. BPKIHS institute envisaged a successful India–Nepal Co-operation. Health Ministers of both countries have signed an agreement to establish BPKIHS.

All postgraduate programs are started in the year 1999. All the PG medical degrees offered by this university are duly recognized by the Nepal Medical Council and related medical councils.

BPKIHS, Nepal MD MS Admission Process

Before the MEC Entrance Examination, the university conducts its own entrance exam for MD and MS. Separate exams are conducted for Indian students. However, from the year 2020 MECEE is a common entrance examination conducted by the Nepal Medical Education Board to provide MD/ MS in Nepal. Admission is provided purely on the basis of merit, the basis of the rank. Application form for entrance exam and admission is available in the month of September every year. The entrance exam is conducted in the month of October every year.

Application Form

Application forms for the MECEE will be available in September 2023 for admission in various specializations of medicine. The application form for the session MD MS in Nepal 2022 has been closed.

NMC/MCI-Recognised Branches in BPKHIS:-

• Radiology
• Dermatology & Venerology
• Orthopaedics
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Surgery
• ENT
• Psychiatry
• Anesthesia
• Pharmacology

Since the course curriculum is very similar to the Indian medical system, Indian students can easily get admission to MD MS in Nepal. The cost of education is very low when compared with India.