Everything Nepali students need to know about studying in the UK โ IELTS requirements, visa process, scholarships, popular courses, and how to apply. Free guidance from Gangal Recruitment.
Nepal is now one of the fastest-growing sources of international students to the UK. Nepali students are known for hard work and adaptability. IT, computing, business and nursing are the most popular fields. The Nepali community in the UK is vibrant and rapidly growing.
IELTS 6.0โ6.5 required. Nepal has several accredited IELTS test centres in Kathmandu, Pokhara and other cities. Preparation courses are widely available.
Nepal is a visa national country. UK Student Visa from Nepal requires CAS letter, financial evidence, IELTS, and an interview at the UK Visa Application Centre in Kathmandu.
Standard requirements for UK university applications from Nepal.
SLC (School Leaving Certificate) and +2 results (undergraduate)
Bachelor's degree from TU, PU or equivalent (postgraduate)
IELTS Academic 6.0โ6.5 (no band below 5.5)
Personal statement and references
Proof of financial funds (28-day rule)
Bank guarantee or FD letter
Grading Note: GPA 2.8+/4.0 or 55%+ Second Division from TU/Pokhara/Kathmandu University.
The UK courses most in demand among students from Nepal.
Funding options available to students from Nepal studying in the UK.
Chevening Scholarships
Commonwealth Masters Awards
British Council scholarships
University bursaries for South Asian students
Nepal government scholarship programmes
Education loans through NABIL Bank, NIC Asia
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