Study in India from Nepal: Admission Guide for Nepali Students
India is the most popular and affordable study destination for Nepali students. Nepali citizens do not need a visa to study in India, degrees are taught in English, and the culture, food and climate feel familiar, while fees and living costs remain far lower than in Western countries.
Hub International Education helps Nepali students secure admission in reputed Indian universities for MBBS, engineering, IT, nursing, pharmacy, management and hospitality, and guides them through entrance exams, scholarships and required paperwork.
Why study in India from Nepal
- No visa required for Nepali citizens. Travel with your citizenship certificate or passport.
- Lower tuition and living costs than Australia, UK, USA or Canada.
- Wide choice of programmes: MBBS, BDS, B.Tech, BCA/MCA, BBA/MBA, nursing, pharmacy and hotel management.
- Short travel time and easy trips home during holidays.
- Indian government scholarships for Nepali students offered through the Embassy of India in Kathmandu.
Popular study cities in India
- Bengaluru
- Delhi NCR
- Pune
- Chandigarh and Mohali
- Dehradun
- Manipal
- Chennai
- Kolkata
Admission requirements
- +2 / A-Level or equivalent marks sheet and character certificate (bachelor's); bachelor's transcripts (master's).
- Entrance exams where applicable, for example NEET-UG for MBBS/BDS and JEE Main for many engineering seats.
- Nepali citizenship certificate or passport and recent photographs.
- Equivalence / recognition documents where the university requests them.
- For medicine, confirm the college is recognised by India's National Medical Commission and by the Nepal Medical Council before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Do Nepali students need a visa to study in India?
No. Under the India–Nepal friendship arrangements, Nepali citizens can study in India without a visa. You will need your citizenship certificate or passport and your academic documents for admission.
Can Nepali students study MBBS in India?
Yes. Nepali students can study MBBS in India, typically after qualifying NEET-UG. Choose a college recognised by India's National Medical Commission and the Nepal Medical Council so you can sit the Nepal licensing exam after graduating.
Are there scholarships for Nepali students in India?
Yes. The Government of India offers several scholarships for Nepali students through the Embassy of India in Kathmandu, and many private universities offer merit-based fee waivers. Hub International helps you find and apply for them.
Is studying in India cheaper than other countries?
Generally yes. Tuition and living costs in India are much lower than in Australia, the UK, the USA or Canada, and there are no visa fees or expensive flights for Nepali students.
Which is the best consultancy for India in Nepal?
Look for a consultancy that works directly with recognised Indian universities, explains all fees up front and supports you after arrival. Hub International Education has helped Nepali students since 2006 and offers free India counselling in Kathmandu.
Guides and services
- MBBS in India for Nepali Students: Eligibility, NEET and Admission
- Student Visa Processing from Nepal
- Scholarship Guidance for Nepalese Students
Ready to apply? Book free counselling with Hub International Education or join our IELTS / PTE classes in Kathmandu.