POKHARA ACADEMY
Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences (PoAHS) is a prestigious autonomous medical academy established by the Government of Nepal under the Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences Act 2072. The academy was created by upgrading the historic Western Regional Hospital in Pokhara and is dedicated to providing quality medical education, healthcare services, and research opportunities.
Located in Pokhara Metropolitan City-11, Kaski District, Gandaki Province, PoAHS has rapidly emerged as one of Nepal’s promising medical institutions. The academy aims to produce competent, ethical, and socially responsible healthcare professionals capable of serving both urban and rural communities.
PoAHS offers modern medical education with extensive clinical exposure through its attached teaching hospital, Western Regional Hospital. The institution focuses on academic excellence, research, community healthcare, and practical medical training, making it an attractive destination for MBBS aspirants from Nepal and abroad.
UNIVERSITY HIGHLIGHTS
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences (PoAHS) |
| Established | 2015 (Act 2072 BS) |
| University Type | Autonomous Government Medical Academy |
| Location | Pokhara-11, Kaski, Nepal |
| Campus | Pokhara Metropolitan City |
| Teaching Hospital | Western Regional Hospital |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| MBBS Duration | 5.5 Years |
| Internship | Included |
| Recognition | Medical Education Commission (MEC), Nepal Medical Council |
| Country | Nepal |
MBBS COURSE DETAILS
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | MBBS |
| Degree Awarded | Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery |
| Duration | 4.5 Years Academic + 1 Year Internship |
| Medium | English |
| Clinical Training | Western Regional Hospital |
| Internship | Compulsory Rotatory Internship |
| Eligibility | NEET Qualified (Indian Students) |
| Admission Process | MEC Nepal Counseling |
MBBS FEE STRUCTURE (INDIAN STUDENTS)
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total MBBS Fee | USD 69,000 |
| Seat Confirmation Fee | As Per Admission Policy |
| Hostel Charges | Extra |
| Food & Mess Charges | Extra |
| Medical Insurance | Extra |
| Miscellaneous Charges | As Applicable |
Fees are subject to revision by the university and Medical Education Commission Nepal.
COURSE DURATION
| Phase | Duration |
|---|---|
| Basic Medical Sciences | 2 Years |
| Para Clinical Sciences | 1 Year |
| Clinical Sciences | 1.5 Years |
| Rotatory Internship | 1 Year |
| Total Duration | 5.5 Years |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 10+2 or Equivalent |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English |
| Minimum Marks | 50% Aggregate in PCB |
| Age | Minimum 17 Years |
| NEET Qualification | Mandatory for Indian Students |
| Medical Fitness | Required |
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Class 10th Marksheet and Certificate
- Class 12th Marksheet and Certificate
- NEET Scorecard
- Valid Passport
- Passport Size Photographs
- Birth Certificate
- Character Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Admission Letter
- Identity Proof
- Visa Documents (if applicable)
- Bank Payment Receipt
- Passport Copy
MBBS CURRICULUM
Basic Sciences
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
Para Clinical Sciences
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Microbiology
- Forensic Medicine
Clinical Sciences
- General Medicine
- General Surgery
- Pediatrics
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Orthopedics
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
- Psychiatry
- Dermatology
- Community Medicine
Internship
- Rotatory Clinical Internship
FACILITIES AT PoAHS
- Government Teaching Hospital
- Advanced Medical Laboratories
- Digital Library
- Research Facilities
- Modern Lecture Halls
- Clinical Skills Laboratory
- Hostel Accommodation
- Cafeteria
- Sports Facilities
- Emergency & Trauma Center
- Community Health Programs
- Student Support Services
PoAHS operates through the Western Regional Hospital, providing extensive patient exposure and hands-on clinical training for medical students.
WHY CHOOSE POKHARA ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES?
• Government-established autonomous medical academy.
• Located in the beautiful city of Pokhara.
• Attached Western Regional Hospital for clinical training.
• Affordable MBBS fee structure compared to many private colleges.
• Modern infrastructure and research facilities.
• English-medium MBBS curriculum.
• Excellent clinical exposure from early years.
• Experienced faculty members and specialists.
• Focus on community healthcare and research.
• Safe and student-friendly environment.
• Recognition by Nepal medical authorities.
• Growing reputation among medical institutions in Nepal.
