MD Forensic Medicine and Toxicology

The MD in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology at B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS) is a three-year postgraduate medical program providing advanced training in forensic medicine, toxicology, autopsy procedures, and medico-legal practice.

Description:
The program trains residents in forensic medicine and toxicology through seminars, journal clubs, small group discussions, autopsies, and preparation of expert injury reports. It integrates theoretical knowledge with practical medico-legal applications and research methodology. Graduates are prepared for careers as forensic experts, medical examiners, academic faculty, and consultants in legal and medical investigations.

Curricular Structure:

Features:

• Practical training in autopsy, toxicology, and medico-legal reporting.
• Research-focused thesis under faculty supervision.
• Exposure to clinical rotations across multiple medical disciplines.
• Preparation for academic and legal consultancy roles in forensic medicine.

Fee:

• NPR 1,085,870 (tentative)

Admission Process:

1. Eligibility: MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by Nepal government; registration with Nepal Medical Council (or relevant national council for international candidates).
2. Entrance Exam (MECEE-PG): 200 multiple-choice questions, 3 hours, single best response.
   • Clinical subjects – 115 marks
   • Basic medical sciences – 60 marks
   • Community medicine, forensic medicine, CPD topics – 25 marks
3. Minimum 50% marks required for merit list.
4. Admission opens annually; application through Medical Education Commission.

Job Prospects:

• Forensic medicine specialist in hospitals, legal institutions, and police services.
• Medical examiner or toxicology consultant.
• Academic faculty in forensic medicine departments.
• Researcher in forensic and medico-legal studies.