Kathmandu — The Government of Nepal has officially announced the total MBBS seats in Nepal for the 2025 academic session, along with changes in seat allocations for other health science programs. According to the decision, MBBS seats have increased from 2,450 last year to 2,635 this year, giving hundreds of aspiring doctors more opportunities to study medicine within the country.
Total MBBS Seats in Nepal (2025)
- Last year’s seats: 2,450
- Increased seats: +185
- New total: 2,635 MBBS seats
This rise in MBBS seats in Nepal aims to meet the growing demand for qualified doctors and reduce the need for students to seek medical education abroad.
Seat Changes in Other Medical Programs
While MBBS saw the largest increase in numbers, several other programs also received additional seats:
| Program | Last Year | Change | New Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDS | 475 | +50 | 525 |
| B.Sc. Nursing | 1,950 | +280 | 2,230 |
| BNS | 140 | +122 | 262 |
| BPMS | 100 | −35 | 65 |
| BPH | 450 | +272 | 722 |
| BPT | 450 | +30 | 480 |
| BPMPAS | 100 | +10 | 110 |
| B.Sc. MLT | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| B.Sc. Radiotherapy | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| B.Sc. MIT | 351 | +226 | 577 |
| B.Sc. MIT (Anaesthesia) | 14 | +194 | 208 |
| B. Pharm | 465 | +270 | 735 |
| B. Perfusion Tech | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| B. Optometry | 90 | +10 | 100 |
| B.Sc. Midwifery | 20 | +10 | 30 |
Why the Increase in MBBS Seats Matters
Increasing the total MBBS seats in Nepal will help produce more homegrown medical professionals, ensuring better access to healthcare services across the country. Education experts believe this decision will:
- Reduce the number of students going abroad for MBBS.
- Retain talent and save foreign currency.
- Strengthen Nepal’s healthcare system by increasing the supply of trained doctors.
The Ministry of Education has stated that this is part of a long-term plan to align the country’s healthcare workforce with the growing needs of its population.
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