TRIBHUVAN UNIVERSITY
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) is the premier medical institute of Nepal and operates under Tribhuvan University (TU), the oldest and largest university in Nepal. Established in 1972, IOM has played a vital role in developing Nepal’s healthcare workforce and is widely recognized for its academic excellence, research contributions, and clinical training.
The MBBS program was introduced in 1978 and follows a community-oriented integrated curriculum designed to produce competent, ethical, and socially responsible medical professionals. The institute is located in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, and is affiliated with the renowned Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH), one of Nepal’s leading tertiary care hospitals.
IOM is recognized by the Nepal Medical Council (NMC Nepal), listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), and its graduates are eligible to pursue licensing examinations in various countries, including India, subject to prevailing regulations.
UNIVERSITY HIGHLIGHTS
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Tribhuvan University (Institute of Medicine – IOM) |
| Established | 1972 |
| MBBS Started | 1978 |
| Location | Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal |
| University Type | Public |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| MBBS Duration | 5.5 Years |
| Internship | 1 Year Included |
| Teaching Hospital | Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH) |
| Recognition | Nepal Medical Council, WDOMS |
| 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 | Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital |
| Eligibility | NEET Qualified |
| Internship | Compulsory Rotatory Internship |
MBBS COURSE DURATION & STRUCTURE
| Phase | Duration |
|---|---|
| Phase I (Basic Sciences) | 2 Years |
| Phase II (Para-Clinical Sciences) | 1 Year |
| Phase III (Clinical Sciences) | 1.5 Years |
| Rotatory Internship | 1 Year |
| Total Duration | 5.5 Years |
MBBS FEE STRUCTURE
| Particulars | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Total MBBS Tuition Fee | INR 40 – 50 Lakhs* |
| Hostel Charges | INR 60,000 – 80,000 Per Year* |
| Medical Insurance | As Applicable |
| Registration & Miscellaneous Charges | Extra |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 10+2 or Equivalent |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry & Biology |
| Minimum Marks | 50% in PCB |
| Age | Minimum 17 Years |
| NEET Qualification | Mandatory for Indian Students |
| Medical Fitness | Required |
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate
- Class 12th Marksheet & Certificate
- NEET Scorecard
- Passport
- Passport Size Photographs
- Birth Certificate
- Transfer Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Character Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Aadhaar Card Copy
- Admission Letter
- Visa Related Documents (if required)
WHY CHOOSE IOM – TRIBHUVAN UNIVERSITY?• Nepal’s oldest and most prestigious medical institute.
• Government university with strong academic reputation.
• Extensive clinical exposure through Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital.
• Community-oriented MBBS curriculum.
• Highly qualified faculty members.
• Strong research and healthcare infrastructure.
• Recognized by major medical bodies.
• Affordable compared to many private medical colleges.
• English-medium medical education.
• Excellent success rate in postgraduate medical entrance examinations.
• Preferred destination for Indian and international students.
• Large alumni network working across the globe.
