MD Biochemistry

B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
3 years
Rs. 1085870
Updated December 20, 2025

University

B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences

Duration

3 years

Fee

Rs. 1085870

Colleges

1+

Summary

The MD in Biochemistry at B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS) is a three-year postgraduate medical program for MBBS graduates, focusing on advanced clinical biochemistry, research, and laboratory practice.

Description:
This program provides intensive training in biochemistry with integration of clinical knowledge. Students gain expertise in laboratory diagnostics, biochemical research, and clinical correlations. The curriculum includes basic medical sciences, clinical subjects, community medicine, research methodology, and practical laboratory work. Graduates are prepared for careers as clinical biochemists, researchers, and academic faculty in medical institutions.

 

Description

Curricular Structure:

YearCourses / Activities
First YearBasic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Microbiology); Introduction to Clinical Biochemistry; Laboratory techniques
Second YearAdvanced clinical biochemistry; Research methodology; Applied laboratory diagnostics; Integration with clinical rotations
Third YearThesis research; Applied clinical practice; Academic and laboratory training; Publication and presentation of research

Features

Features:

  • Integration of clinical and basic medical sciences.
  • Research-oriented thesis under faculty supervision.
  • Exposure to laboratory diagnostics and clinical biochemistry practice.
  • Training for academic and research careers in medical biochemistry.

Fee:

  • NPR 1,085,870 (tentative)

 

Admission Process

Admission Process:

  1. Eligibility: MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by the Nepal government.
  2. Registration: Nepal Medical Council for Nepalese candidates; respective national medical council for foreign applicants.
  3. Entrance Exam (MECEE-PG): 200 multiple-choice questions, 3 hours, single best response.
    • Clinical subjects (Medicine, Surgery, Obs & Gyn, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Anesthesia, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology) – 115 marks
    • Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Microbiology) – 60 marks
    • Community Medicine, Research Methodology, Forensic Medicine, CPD topics – 25 marks
  4. Minimum 50% marks required for merit list.
  5. Admission opens annually; application through Medical Education Commission.

Job Prospects

Job Prospects:

  • Clinical biochemist in hospitals and diagnostic laboratories.
  • Researcher in medical biochemistry and laboratory sciences.
  • Academic faculty in medical colleges and universities.
  • Consultant in clinical diagnostics, laboratory management, and research.

 

 

 

Colleges Offering This Course

B P Koirala Institute of Health Sciences