How to Verify Nepali University Degrees: UGC Nepal Guide

Nepal's higher education system

Nepal's higher education is regulated by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Nepal has 11 universities and over 1,400 affiliated campuses, including Tribhuvan University (TU) (founded 1959, the oldest and largest), Kathmandu University, Pokhara University, and Purbanchal University. Tribhuvan University alone has over 600 affiliated campuses across the country.

Verification steps

1. Check UGC recognition — Verify the institution is UGC-recognized. VerifyED includes recognized Nepali institutions.
2. Contact the institution — Nepali universities maintain registrar offices for verification (central universities verify for affiliated campuses).
3. UGC verification — UGC Nepal can verify institutional recognition.
4. Document attestation — Documents need attestation through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Key considerations

• Tribhuvan University — The largest university, with degrees from affiliated campuses verified through TU's central office.
• Nepali/English credentials — Credentials are typically in Nepali with English versions available.
• Study abroad pipeline — Large numbers of Nepali students study abroad, creating significant verification demand in Australia, US, and UK.