Overview
About Karnali Academy of Health Sciences
About the University
Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS), established in 2016, is Nepal's most remote government medical institution, located in Jumla in the Karnali Province – one of the most mountainous and underserved regions of Nepal. Established under the Karnali Academy of Health Sciences Act to address severe physician shortages in remote Nepal, KAHS is listed in WDOMS and recognized by Nepal Medical Council and NMC India. It is particularly suited to students with an interest in community and primary healthcare.
MBBS Learning Experience
Students receive clinical training at the Karnali Provincial Hospital and affiliated district hospitals, with an unparalleled immersion in community health, emergency medicine, and primary healthcare delivery in a remote Himalayan context.
- Duration: 5.5 Years
- Medium: English
- Clinical base: Karnali Provincial Hospital + district hospitals
- Location: Jumla, Nepal
Campus and Student Life
KAHS has a developing campus in Jumla with basic teaching facilities, laboratories, and student hostels. The stunning mountain scenery and unique cultural experience of the Karnali region are distinctive aspects of student life here.
Free Counselling
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Recognition for Indian Students
Karnali 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
Karnali Provincial Hospital + district hospitals
Hostel Support
University hostels
City
Jumla, Nepal
University Type
Public
300+; Foreign quota: ~10 seats per year
Student Community
Karnali Provincial Hospital + district hospitals
Clinical Exposure
WHO, NMC, WDOMS
Recognition
Jumla, 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
