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Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara

MBBS · Pokhara, Nepal

Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara is a medical university in Pokhara, Nepal (Asia) offering a 5.5-year MBBS program taught in English. The estimated total cost of the full course is about $50,682 (≈ ₹43 lakh), with annual tuition around $6,000. Indian students should confirm Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara's current recognition on the official National Medical Commission (NMC) list and meet NMC's FMGL-2021 eligibility rules to qualify for the FMGE / NExT licensing exam.

Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara campus, Pokhara, Nepal

Some figures for Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara are still being verified by our research team. Treat fees and estimates as indicative and confirm with official sources before paying any deposit.

Key facts

FieldDetail
CountryNepal
CityPokhara
Degree awardedMBBS
Course duration5.5 years
Medium of instructionEnglish
OwnershipPrivate
Year established1994
NMC recognitionVerify on the current National Medical Commission (NMC) list
Intake monthsSeptember
Annual intake (est.)100
Indian students (est.)150 - 280
Teaching hospitalManipal Teaching Hospital Pokhara
Teaching hospital beds700

Cost overview

Cost itemAmount (USD)Approx (INR)
Annual tuition$6,000≈ ₹5.1 lakh
Hostel / year$1,200≈ ₹1.0 lakh
Living cost / month$100≈ ₹8,500
One-time admission fee$1,500≈ ₹1.3 lakh
Medical insurance / year$100≈ ₹8,500
Visa / residence per year$100≈ ₹8,500
Other one-time charges$1,500≈ ₹1.3 lakh
Estimated total (full course)$50,682≈ ₹43 lakh

Always request the latest official fee sheet from Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara before paying any deposit. INR figures are approximate (at ₹85/USD) and for guidance only.

Admission & eligibility

RequirementDetail
NEET requirementYes — Mandatory for all Indian nationals per NMC FMGL 2021.
Minimum 12th (PCB)12th Standard (10+2) pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology. Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General/OBC/EWS; 40% for SC/ST/PwD as per NMC FMGL 2021.
PCB minimumGeneral/OBC/EWS: 50% in PCB subjects | SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL: 40% in PCB subjects | Per NMC FMGL 2021 — verify before admission.
Age requirementMinimum 17 years as of 31st December of the admission year. No upper age limit per current NMC guidelines — verify latest NMC circular before admission.
Entrance examYes — MBAT (Medical and Dental Admission Test Nepal) required in addition to NEET. Conducted by Medical Education Commission Nepal. Register 2–3 months before target intake. NEET + MBAT both mandatory for Indian nationals.
English testNo — NEET is English-medium and accepted as English proficiency proof.
Application intake / deadlineApplications: May–August for September intake. MBAT registration must be completed 2–3 months before intake. IOM (top government college) has very limited Indian seats — apply earliest.

Eligibility rules change every cycle — always confirm the current NEET/FMGL-2021 requirements and the college's own admission criteria before applying.

THE IMG PATH ratings (1–10)

Rated by our research team across the factors that matter for Indian students.

Clinical exposure8/10
Safety9/10
FMGE / NExT suitability8/10
USMLE suitability5/10

NMC recognition & licensing

To practise in India, a graduate of Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara must meet NMC's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) 2021 rules — NEET-qualified admission, a course of at least 54 months, a 12-month internship, and the entire course completed in Nepal — and then clear the FMGE (being replaced by the NExT). Confirm the college's current standing on the National Medical Commission (NMC) list and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Is Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara recognised by NMC?

Recognition can change, so confirm Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara's current status directly on the National Medical Commission (NMC) list and World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS). Separately, an Indian student must satisfy NMC's FMGL-2021 eligibility criteria for the degree to count towards Indian registration.

What is the total cost of MBBS at Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara?

The estimated total cost of the full course is about $50,682 (≈ ₹43 lakh), with annual tuition around $6,000 (≈ ₹5.1 lakh). Hostel and living costs are additional — request the latest official fee sheet before paying.

What is the FMGE pass rate of Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara?

College-specific FMGE/NExT pass-rate data is being verified and varies year to year. THE IMG PATH rates Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara 8/10 for FMGE/NExT suitability based on curriculum and clinical exposure. Your own preparation is the biggest factor in clearing the exam.

What language is MBBS taught in at Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara?

The medium of instruction is English.

How long is the course at Manipal College of Medical Sciences Pokhara?

The MBBS program runs 5.5 years, which satisfies NMC's minimum 54-month course requirement.

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Sources & verification

Figures are compiled by THE IMG PATH from program data and our research team's assessment, and can change. Always confirm current fees, NMC recognition and licensing eligibility with official sources before paying any deposit.