Setting
Dhulikhel is a hill town in Kavre district, within commuting distance of Kathmandu.
MBBS Programme · 2026
Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences
A collaborative programme of Kathmandu University and Dhulikhel Hospital.
LocationDhulikhel, Nepal
FoundedNot stated on fee sheet
ProgrammeMBBS Programme
Duration5.5 years (4.5-year academic programme + 1-year compulsory internship in Nepal)
University overview
A Kathmandu University constituent programme at Dhulikhel Hospital.
Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS) is a collaborative programme of Kathmandu University and Dhulikhel Hospital, in Dhulikhel, Kavre. Its official notice, dated 1 December 2025 and signed by the Chief of Finance Administration, sets out the fee structure for foreign (international) students applying to undergraduate programmes for the 2026 academic year.
- Constituent programme of Kathmandu University, based at Dhulikhel Hospital
- Offers MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. Nursing, BPT and other allied health science programmes
- Official fee notice signed by the Chief, Finance Administration
- Located in Dhulikhel, Kavre, near Kathmandu
Life in Dhulikhel
Studying in Dhulikhel.
Nepal offers proximity, familiar living conditions and a healthcare context similar to India. Seats can be competitive, and students must verify entrance, fee and professional requirements for each institution.
Student community
An established base of Indian and South Asian medical students in the region.
Campus
Collaborative programme of Kathmandu University and Dhulikhel Hospital.
Climate
A subtropical climate across the Terai and valley cities (Kathmandu, Pokhara, Biratnagar, Birgunj, Bharatpur, Jhapa), with cooler conditions in hill towns.
Community
A large, long-established Indian student community across Nepal's medical colleges, given decades of cross-border MBBS admissions.
Cost of living
Generally moderate food, transport and accommodation costs, broadly comparable to similar-tier Indian cities.
Connectivity
Open land-border access from India plus short regional flights, supporting frequent travel home during breaks.
Accreditations and listings
Organisations named in the university's materials.
A listing or accreditation reference must be checked directly for the exact programme and current intake.
Constituent programme of Kathmandu University (KU) — as stated on the fee notice
Admission requirements
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Entry requirements
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
- A qualifying score in NEET, or in the National Board Entrance Examination of the applicant's home country, or the Medical Education Commission (MEC), Nepal entrance examination, as applicable
- Rules and regulations of the Medical Education Commission (MEC), the affiliating university (Kathmandu University or Tribhuvan University) and the Nepal Medical Council (NMC) apply as the final admission guideline
- University-specific application, document and health requirements
Supporting documents
- Original 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Passport valid for the full programme duration
- NEET scorecard and admission-related certificates
- Passport-size photographs as specified by the college
Important for Indian applicants
Indian applicants must meet the prevailing National Medical Commission (India) eligibility requirements, in addition to Nepal's Medical Education Commission (MEC), NMC and affiliating-university rules, before admission.
Confirm the current fee schedule, hostel policy, pre-booking deadlines and intake dates directly with the college before making any payment — several colleges' fee sheets state that the figures shown apply only if a pre-booking deposit is made before the Medical Education Commission's own fee notification, after which MEC's own fee structure applies instead.
This page summarises figures from the fee sheet provided to Yodhapath; all figures require current written confirmation.
Fee structure 2026-2027
The fees, exactly as listed.
All amounts are shown exactly as presented in the university's fee sheet and require current written confirmation.
| Undergraduate Programme | Total Fee (Foreign Students) |
|---|---|
| MBBS | US$75,000 |
| BDS | US$25,000 |
| B.Sc. Nursing | US$12,000 |
| BPT | US$10,000 |
| Other Allied Health Science Subjects | US$10,000 |
| Total programme cost | MBBS total fee for foreign students, per the official notice dated 1 December 2025: US$75,000 |
This notice lists only total programme fees for foreign students; it does not break the amount into year-wise or instalment-wise payments — confirm the payment schedule directly with KUSMS's Finance Administration office.
Consultancy and service charges payable in India: approximately ₹1,50,000 — covering admission seat reservation, document verification and translation, Medical Education Commission (MEC) and university documentation support, travel coordination, hostel allotment and guidance across the full programme duration.
Student services
Support from application to graduation.
Yodhapath supports a structured transition, clearer cost planning and practical help so students can focus on study and career growth.
Administrative and documentation
Application processing, verification, offer letter, translations, notarisation, apostille, legalisation, education-ministry and immigration support, invitations, visa assistance and document review.
Pre-arrival and travel
Flight-booking guidance, airport pickup and transport to the university or hostel.
Financial and payment
Assistance with timely and secure tuition-fee payments.
Accommodation and living
University hostel booking and assistance for students choosing private accommodation.
Enrolment
University registration, local ID and police registration, mentorship and counselling.
Post-graduation
Degree attestation, embassy verification, residency and licensing-exam guidance, and alumni networking.
Fee payment terms and conditions
- Tuition and hostel fees are payable in advance according to the university schedule.
- Each semester's or year's charges must be cleared before it begins; late payment may prevent progression and may attract penalties.
- First-year hostel fees must be paid before travel, and education-loan formalities should be completed before travel confirmation.
- Refunds are governed by university policy and may be calculated according to services already used.
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