MD Obstetrics and Gynaecology

A postgraduate program focused on comprehensive training in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, childbirth management, and gynecological disorders, designed to develop competent specialists capable of independent clinical practice.
A 3-year postgraduate medical program under Kathmandu University, delivered through its constituent and affiliated medical colleges. The course integrates clinical postings, surgical training, emergency obstetrics, gynecological procedures, and research methodology. Students train under MEC guidelines and must pass the national MECEE-PG entrance examination to qualify. The program prepares clinicians to diagnose, manage, and prevent disorders related to pregnancy, reproductive health, and female pelvic diseases.

Curricular Structure (Table)

Features
• Nationally regulated by MEC with standardized entrance and merit-based selection
• Competency-based clinical training in obstetrics and gynecology
• Access to tertiary-level hospitals for hands-on experience
• Exposure to emergency obstetric care and critical care
• Mandatory research thesis
• Structured academic teaching + clinical skill development
• Multidisciplinary integration with pediatrics, surgery, radiology, anesthesia

Fee
• Nepali students: NPR 2,381,760
• Foreign nationals: 1.6× Nepali fee

Admission Process (Point Format)
• Complete MBBS recognized by the Government of Nepal
• Hold Nepal Medical Council registration (or equivalent foreign council registration)
• At least one year of work experience (except excluded programs)
• Apply for MECEE-PG entrance exam
• Score ≥50% in MECEE-PG to qualify for merit list
• Participate in MEC counseling and matching
• Receive program allocation as per merit and available seats

Job Prospects
• Specialist Obstetrician
• Specialist Gynecologist
• Senior Medical Officer
• Consultant in maternal and reproductive health
• Fertility specialist
• Academic faculty (teaching positions)
• Hospital administrator in women’s health units
• Researcher in reproductive sciences