About B P Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
Introduction
Institution Name: B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS)
Location: Dharan, Sunsari District, Nepal
Established: January 18, 1993 A.D.
Upgraded: Autonomous Health Sciences University (October 28, 1998)
Type: Public Institution
Affiliation: Autonomous (recognized by Nepal Government)
B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS) is one of Nepal’s premier autonomous medical universities, envisioned as a model of Indo-Nepal cooperation.
The institute is dedicated to producing competent, socially responsible health professionals through education, research, and community service. It operates under the “Teaching District Concept”, extending healthcare and teaching services to six districts across eastern Nepal.
Message from Leadership
Prof. Dr. Bikram Prasad Shrestha, Vice-Chancellor
BPKIHS strives for excellence in education, service, and research. Its educational goals are innovative and community-oriented, inspired by the Edinburgh Declaration of 1988. The institute is committed to providing healthcare services to all, and its research aims to address health challenges using multidisciplinary approaches for community benefit.
Academic Programs
Academic Overview
BPKIHS provides multi-level programs from undergraduate to super-specialty degrees. It offers over 20 academic programs across medical, dental, nursing, and allied health sciences disciplines. The institute emphasizes practical exposure, research orientation, and service to rural communities.
Programs Offered
| Level | Program | Seats | Fee (NPR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Programs | MBBS | 100 | 4,595,720 |
| Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) | 50 | 2,092,290 | |
| BSc Nursing | 50 | 1,036,000 | |
| BSc Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc MLT) | 20 | 777,000 | |
| BSc Medical Imaging Technology (B.Sc MIT) | 5 | 777,000 | |
| Bachelor in Perfusion Technology | 2 | 777,000 | |
| Bachelor of Nursing Science in Midwifery (BNS MID) | 20 | 500,000 | |
| Master’s Programs | MD Hospital Administration | 2 | 1,085,870 |
| MSc Nursing | 23 | — | |
| Master of Public Health (MPH) | 15 | 920,230 | |
| MSc in Medical Biochemistry | 2 | 757,830 | |
| MSc in Medical Microbiology | 2 | 757,830 | |
| MSc Human Anatomy | 4 | 1,085,870 | |
| Doctoral & Super-Specialty (DM/MCh) | DM Cardiology | 2 | 2,590,000 |
| DM Gastroenterology & Hepatology | 1 | 2,590,000 | |
| DM Neonatology | 1 | 2,590,000 | |
| DM Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine | 2 | 2,590,000 | |
| DM Medical Oncology | 1 | — | |
| MCh Urosurgery | 1 | 2,590,000 | |
| MCh GI Surgery | 1 | 2,590,000 | |
| Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) | 20 | 2,299,000 | |
| MD/MS Programs | MD General Practice & Emergency Medicine | 9 | 2,381,760 |
| MD Internal Medicine | 13 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Pediatrics | 10 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Gynecology & Obstetrics | 10 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Dermatology & STD | 4 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Radiodiagnosis & Imaging | 5 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Psychiatry | 6 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Pathology | 6 | 2,381,760 | |
| MS Surgery | 12 | 2,381,760 | |
| MS Orthopedics | 9 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Ophthalmology | 2 | 2,381,760 | |
| MS ENT & Head-Neck Surgery | 4 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Anaesthesiology & Critical Care | 11 | 2,381,760 | |
| MD Community Medicine & Tropical Diseases | 6 | 1,085,870 | |
| MD Biochemistry | 3 | 1,085,870 | |
| MD Pharmacology | 4 | 1,085,870 | |
| MD Microbiology & Infectious Diseases | 4 | 1,085,870 | |
| MD Forensic Medicine | 3 | 1,085,870 | |
| MD Physiology | 3 | 1,085,870 |
Courses offered at B P Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MSc NursingB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- DM in Medical OncologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- DM Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep MedicineB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- DM NeonatologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- DM Gastroenterology and HepatologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- DM CardiologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MCh GI SurgeryB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MCh UrosurgeryB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- Master in Dental Surgery (MDS)B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- Bachelor in Perfusion TechnologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Nursing Science in Midwifery (BNS MID)B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Hospital AdministrationB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MSc in Medical BiochemistryB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- BSc Medical Imaging Technology (BSc MIT)B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MSc in Medical MicrobiologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MBBSB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- Master of Public Health (MPH)B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MS Human AnatomyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD BiochemistryB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Community Medicine and Tropical DiseasesB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Forensic Medicine and ToxicologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD PharmacologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD in Basic and Clinical PhysiologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Microbiology and Infectious DiseasesB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD PathologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Anaesthesiology and Critical Care MedicineB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Dermatology and STDB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Gynecology and ObstetricsB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD General Practice and Emergency MedicineB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Internal MedicineB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD OphthalmologyB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MS OrthopedicsB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MS Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck SurgeryB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD PediatricsB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD PsychiatryB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MD Radiodiagnosis and ImagingB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
- MS SurgeryB.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
Admission Information
Admission Deadline and Requirements
- Admission Deadline: As announced annually by BPKIHS Academic Administration (usually between July–September).
- Eligibility Requirements:
- For MBBS/BDS: Completion of 10+2 (Science) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology.
- For B.Sc./BNS programs: Must have passed +2 Science or equivalent recognized by the Nepal Health Professional Council.
- For MD/MS/DM/MCh: Must hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree (MBBS, BDS, or equivalent) with internship completion and valid registration.
- Entrance exam and interview are mandatory for all programs.
- Selection based on merit list and reservation policy.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Scholarship Information
- Scholarships available under Government of Nepal quota and Institutional merit-based schemes.
- Reserved seats for disadvantaged, marginalized, and remote-area candidates.
- Full or partial tuition waivers for top-ranking and underprivileged students as per BPKIHS regulations.
- Separate provisions for SAARC and international students under limited quota.
Campus Facilities
Facilities and Infrastructure
- Hostels: Separate for male and female students; residence compulsory.
- Library: Automated central library open up to 15 hours daily with e-resources.
- Sports & Recreation: Grounds for football, cricket, basketball, tennis, and golf.
- Canteens & Shops: Restaurants, banks, and ATMs within campus.
- Health Services: On-campus medical and emergency facilities.
- Conference & Research Facilities: Advanced labs, research centers, and journal publications (JBPKIHS).
Contact Information
Location
Dharan
Sunsari, Koshi Province
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