Highlights

Tribhuvan University (TU): Nepal's Premier Institution of Higher Education

Attribute Details
Established 1959
Location Kirtipur, 5 km from Kathmandu’s city center
Campus Size 154.77 hectares (3,042-5-2 ropanis)
Type Non-profit, autonomous, funded by Government of Nepal
Status Declared Central University on January 8, 2013
Global Ranking One of the world’s largest universities by size and program diversity

 

Position Role Current Holder
Chancellor Ceremonial head (Prime Minister)

 Sushila Karki 

Rt. Hon'ble Prime Minister
Pro-Chancellor Minister of Education Mahabir Pun 
Vice Chancellor Chief Executive, oversees operations Prof. Deepak Aryal, PhD
Rector Manages academic programs Prof. Khadga K.C, PhD
Registrar Handles financial and administrative affairs Prof. Kedar Prasad Rijal, PhD

2.Governance Bodies

Body Members Key Responsibilities
TU Senate 49 Sets policies, budgets, and regulations
Executive Council 7 Implements Senate decisions, manages grants, appoints officials
Academic Council 50 Oversees curricula, teaching, examinations, and research policies
Research Coordination Council 27 Formulates research policies, coordinates university-level research
Planning Council 29 Advises on short- and long-term plans, evaluates implementation

 

3. Academic Structure

Component Details
Institutes 5
Faculties 4
Central Departments 40
Constituent Campuses 64
Affiliated Colleges 1,053 
Research Centers 4
Total Employees 16,062 (7,938 teaching, 8,124 non-teaching, 124 at Manmohan Cardiothoracic Centre)

4. Objectives

Goal Description
Human Resource Development Prepare capable professionals for Nepal’s development
Quality Education Provide standard higher education
Cultural Preservation Promote and preserve national culture and traditions
Research Advancement Foster empirical, timely research in arts, science, technology, and vocational fields

5. Academic Programs and Innovations

Feature Details
Semester System Implemented at master’s level, expanding to undergraduate level for timely degree completion
Global Collaborations Partnerships with over 200 universities worldwide for pedagogy and research
Commitment to Excellence Aims to be a global center for quality education, fostering peace and learning

 

Vision Statement Details
Global Hub of Knowledge Aims to be a leading university by revitalizing academic rigor, credibility, and contributions

6. Contact Information

Resource Details
Website tu.edu.np
Office Central Administrative Office, Kirtipur