Entrance Application Open for PhD Programs 2082: Tribhuvan University Institute of Science and Technology

Updates: 16th October, 2025

The Institute of Science and Technology (IoST), Dean's Office at Tribhuvan University (TU), Kirtipur, has published the results of the PhD entrance examination held on Wednesday, Ashoj 29, 2082.

The list of successful candidates has been released based on merit. Successful candidates are requested to contact the Research Section of the Institute within the specified time to complete their PhD enrollment process.

PhD Enrollment Program

The required documents mentioned in the PhD enrollment notice must be compulsorily attached for PhD registration. The Institute of Science and Technology (IoST) will not be obligated to register the PhD of researchers whose required documents are incomplete.
Successful candidates in the entrance examination must submit the necessary fees and register for the PhD at the Dean's Office from Kartik 14, 2082 to Kartik 21, 2082.
The PhD orientation program will be held on Monday, Mangsir 15

The exam results have been published with the objective of being as error-free as possible. However, candidates are hereby informed that in the event of any printing or other errors, corrections will be made according to the records of this office.

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Updates: 9th October, 2025

The Institute of Science and Technology (IoST), Dean's Office at Tribhuvan University (TU), Kirtipur, has issued an urgent notice finalizing the examination center and time for the applicants seeking admission to the Ph.D. Program for the academic year 2082 B.S.

Key Details:

Examination Center: Central Department of Microbiology, T.U. Kirtipur
Admit Card Distribution: from the Dean's Office, Kirtipur, on Ashoj 28, 2082 ( Tuesday, October 14, 2025)
Examination Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Examination Date: As mentioned in the previous notice i.e., Ashoj 29, 2082 ( Wednesday, October 15, 2025 )

Other arrangements regarding the entrance examination will remain as per the previously issued notice.

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Previous Notice:

The Institute of Science and Technology (IoST), Dean's Office at Tribhuvan University (TU), Kirtipur, has officially opened applications for Ph.D. enrollment for the academic year 2082 BS. This announcement is for candidates aspiring to pursue doctoral research under various Central Departments of IoST.

The notice, issued on 2082/03/02 BS, includes the complete schedule and procedures for Ph.D. enrollment. Interested candidates are advised to contact the respective Central Departments for additional details.

Key Dates and Application Process

Application Submission

Application Period: From Ashadh 15 to the end of Shrawan, 2082 BS.
Where to Submit: Respective Central Departments of IoST, TU.
Documents Required: Ph.D. Application Form and Research Proposal.
Application Fee: NPR 2,500 to be submitted along with the proposal.
Application Form Download Link: Download Application Form

Proposal Defense

The Proposal Defense must be conducted by the respective Central Departments by Bhadra 20, 2082 BS.
Only candidates who successfully pass the Proposal Defense will proceed to the entrance examination phase.

Entrance Exam Registration

After passing the Proposal Defense, candidates must submit:
- Revised Proposal
- Entrance Examination Form
- Voucher of NPR 3,000 deposited at Nepal Bank Limited (Account No: 04500100099107000001)
- All required documents
Submission Deadline: By the end of Bhadra, 2082 BS.
Entrance Exam Form Download Link: Download Entrance Exam Form

Entrance Examination Schedule

Exam Date: Ashoj 29, 2082 ( October 15, 2025 ) - Wednesday
Time and Center: To be announced later
Commencement of Classes: Mangsir 1, 2082 ( November 17, 2025 )

Entrance Examination Structure

The entrance examination will consist of 100 objective questions.
- 70% from the subject area of the applicant
- 30% from Research Methodology related to the discipline

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility is as per the Ph.D. Regulation 2023, available at:
Ph.D. Regulation 2023

Basic Requirements

All applicants must pass the entrance examination conducted by IoST, TU.
A minimum 3.0/4.0 CGPA or equivalent in a Master’s Degree (M.Sc. in relevant discipline or M.A. in Mathematics or Statistics) from TU or any university recognized by TU is required for full-time enrollment.

Work Experience Requirements for Part-Time Enrollment

Candidates with 3.0/4.0 CGPA in M.Sc. or equivalent: Minimum 2 years of work experience.
Candidates with 3.3/4.0 CGPA in M.Sc. or equivalent: Minimum 1 year of work experience.
Candidates passed with 3.7/4.0 CGPA or distinction: No work experience required.
Candidates with at least one publication as first author in a Q1 or Q2 ranked SCImago-listed journal do not require work experience.

For Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Programs

Candidates must complete a 30 Credit Hour (CH) conversion course in the relevant discipline, recommended by the subject committee and approved by the CDRC. Completion of this course makes the candidate eligible for Ph.D. award in that department.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

Application Form (Enrollment and Entrance Form)
Ph.D. Research Proposal
Academic Certificates of the Candidate
Candidate’s Bio-data
Supervisor/Co-supervisor’s Bio-data
Acceptance Letter from Supervisor/Co-supervisor
Recommendation Letter from CDRC
No Objection Letter from Employer (if employed)
Nature of Job and Experience Letter (if applicable)
Study Leave Assurance Letter (for full-time candidates from employer)
Plagiarism Checking Report (as per IoST rules)

Special Note for TU Faculty:
Tribhuvan University teaching staff applying as full-time researchers must obtain prior approval from the Office of the Rector, Coordination Division. For this, applicants must contact the Coordination Division. Non-TU employees must submit a No Objection Letter from their employer.