WHO Approved Medical Universities in Nepal 2026
WHO approved (WDOMS listed) medical universities in Nepal for Indian students 2026. Verified recognition status, fees, FMGE pass rates.
Reviewed by the iAMBBS medical admissions team•Last updated July 2026
Medical universities in Nepal listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO/WDOMS listing is an important recognition alongside NMC approval — it validates that the university meets international standards for medical education.
Among the 26 universities listed, 19 are NMC approved and 8 are government institutions. The highest FMGE pass rate is 100% at Patan Academy of Health Sciences. Average annual fees are approximately $13,365 (₹11.4 lakhs).
WHO / WDOMS Listing Explained
A WHO-approved university in Nepal is one listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), jointly maintained by the World Federation for Medical Education and the FAIMER foundation and referenced by the WHO. WDOMS listing signals that the medical school is recognised by its own country's health authority and meets baseline international standards.
Compare All 26 Universities
| # | University | Fees / yr | 6-yr Total | FMGE % | NMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patan Academy of Health SciencesPatan, Nepal | $10,006 (₹8.5L) | ₹51L | 100% | Yes |
| 2 | KIST Medical CollegeLalitpur, Nepal | — | ₹338L | 100% | Yes |
| 3 | Kathmandu University School of Medical SciencesDhulikhel, Nepal | $12,500 (₹10.6L) | ₹64L | 83% | Yes |
| 4 | Manipal College of Medical SciencesPokhara, Nepal | $5,000 (₹4.3L) | ₹26L | 24% | Yes |
| 5 | Lumbini Medical CollegePalpa District, Nepal | — | ₹307L | 75% | Yes |
| 6 | Gandaki Medical CollegePokhara, Nepal | $10,553 (₹9.0L) | ₹54L | 67% | Yes |
| 7 | Nepalgunj Medical CollegeBanke District, Nepal | $12,500 (₹10.6L) | ₹64L | 31% | Yes |
| 8 | Chitwan Medical CollegeChitwan, Nepal | $12,333 (₹10.5L) | ₹63L | — | Yes |
| 9 | Universal College of Medical SciencesBhairahawa, Nepal | $15,000 (₹12.8L) | ₹77L | 22% | Yes |
| 10 | Nepal Medical CollegeKathmandu, Nepal | — | — | 59% | Yes |
| 11 | Birat Medical CollegeBiratnagar, Nepal | — | ₹298L | 50% | Yes |
| 12 | Devdaha Medical CollegeDevdaha, Nepal | $9,967 (₹8.5L) | ₹51L | — | Yes |
| 13 | Tribhuvan University Institute of MedicineKathmandu, Nepal | $13,128 (₹11.2L) | ₹67L | 21% | Yes |
| 14 | Nepal Army Institute of Health SciencesKathmandu, Nepal | $12,500 (₹10.6L) | ₹64L | — | Yes |
| 15 | Nobel Medical CollegeBiratnagar, Nepal | — | — | 24% | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 26 universities below.
Patan Academy of Health Sciences
KIST Medical College
Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences
Manipal College of Medical Sciences
Lumbini Medical College
Gandaki Medical College
Nepalgunj Medical College
Chitwan Medical College
Universal College of Medical Sciences
Nepal Medical College
Birat Medical College
Devdaha Medical College
Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine
Nepal Army Institute of Health Sciences
Nobel Medical College
Kathmandu Medical College
Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences
Janaki Medical College
Karnali Academy of Health Sciences
B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
B.P. Koirala Institute Of Health Sciences
Maharajgunj Medical Campus
National Medical College
Valley College of Medical Sciences
National Academy of Medical Sciences
College of Medical Sciences
WHO Listing vs NMC Approval — You Need Both
For Indian students, WDOMS listing alone is not enough — the university in Nepal must ALSO be NMC-approved for the degree to be usable in India. Treat WHO/WDOMS listing as a quality signal that complements, but does not replace, NMC approval. Always confirm both before applying.
How to Apply for MBBS in Nepal
Once you have shortlisted a university from the list above, the process is straightforward: confirm you have qualified NEET, prepare your documents (10th/12th mark sheets, NEET scorecard, passport), apply to the university, receive the admission/invitation letter, and process your student visa. iAMBBS provides free, honest guidance at every step — from matching your NEET score and budget to a university in Nepal, through admission and visa, to arrival support.