Overview
About Patan Academy of Health Sciences
About the University
Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS), established in 2008, is a unique public institution in Nepal with a social-mission focus on training health professionals for rural and underserved communities. Affiliated with the Patan Hospital, a major tertiary care center, PAHS follows a community-oriented, problem-based learning curriculum. The institution is internationally recognized and listed in WDOMS, making graduates eligible for NMC India's FMGE/NExT exam.
MBBS Learning Experience
PAHS students train primarily at Patan Hospital (700+ beds) from year 1 with a PBL-based clinical exposure framework. Community health postings and rural health camps are distinctive features of the program.
- Duration: 5.5 Years
- Medium: English
- Clinical base: Patan Hospital (Patan Hospital, 700+ beds
- Location: Lalitpur, Nepal
Campus and Student Life
PAHS is located in Lalitpur (Patan), adjacent to Patan Hospital, offering integrated campus-hospital facilities. Lecture halls, simulation labs, a medical library, student dormitories, canteens, and sports areas are available. The Patan/Lalitpur area is safe, culturally rich, and close to Kathmandu city.
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Recognition for Indian Students
Patan Academy of Health Sciences is listed with major medical education directories and recognition bodies relevant for Indian MBBS aspirants, including WHO, NMC, WDOMS.
How KMC Supports Your Admission
- University shortlisting based on eligibility, destination preference and student profile.
- Admission document guidance with clear timelines and checklist support.
- Visa, travel, hostel and post-arrival coordination for a smoother move abroad.
- Counselling focused on the complete MBBS journey, including FMGE/NExT preparation awareness.
MBBS Details
Key details for Indian students
A quick, practical view of the university facts students usually check before shortlisting an MBBS abroad option.
MBBS Duration
5.5 Years
Language Medium
English
Clinical Exposure
Patan Hospital, 700+ beds
Hostel Support
Student accommodation
City
Lalitpur, Nepal
University Type
Public
1,500+; Limited foreign quota
Student Community
Patan Hospital, 700+ beds
Clinical Exposure
WHO, NMC, WDOMS
Recognition
Lalitpur, Nepal
Location
Admission guidance for MBBS abroad
Basic eligibility
- Minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- NEET qualification is required for Indian students.
- Student should be at least 17 years old as per admission norms.
Documents usually needed
- Passport, 10th/12th marksheets, and NEET scorecard.
- Passport-size photos, Aadhaar/PAN, and university application documents.
- KMC helps with admission, visa file, travel, and pre-departure steps.
Recognition and screening guidance
KMC helps students verify recognition status, medium of instruction, documentation, and current eligibility requirements before applying.
WHO
NMC
WDOMS
