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★ Tribhuvan University Affiliated · Est. 1998

Excellence in
Higher Education
Since 1998

"Learn, Explore & Lead"

Nepal's trusted academic institution offering world-class programs in Science, Management, Technology and Healthcare — shaping future leaders for over 25 years.

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25+
Years of Excellence
9
Academic Programs
3
Colleges
1998
Established
NIST Campus Students

A Legacy of Academic Excellence

"Learn, Explore & Lead"

NIST Higher Education is a constituent entity of NIST Foundation offering education from preschool through master's degrees. Three colleges — NACOL, NMCAL, and NCFST — established in 1998 and 2007, are affiliated to Tribhuvan University.

Registered as a private college, NIST is committed to quality education at a reasonable fee, situated in the heart of Lainchour, Kathmandu.

Founded
1998 (NACOL) · 2007 (NCFST & NMCAL)
Type
Private College
Affiliation
Tribhuvan University (TU)
Office Hours
Sun–Fri: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

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Vision, Mission & Goals

"विद्याधनं सर्वधनं प्रधानम्"(Knowledge is the most precious of all wealth)
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Our Vision

Inspiring Knowledge for a Better Tomorrow

"To be an academic leader in discharging the deep social responsibility by inspiring individuals in generating knowledge through scholarly, creative and innovative endeavors, which provides a foundation to address the upcoming problems and challenges faced by human beings."

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Our Mission

Nurturing Capable, Responsible Citizens

The college is dedicated to spreading advanced knowledge in Management, IT, Science, and Social Sciences to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. We aim to nurture graduates who are not only academically competent but also capable, responsible, and socially conscious citizens.

Our Goals

Five Pillars of Excellence

  • 01Provide inclusive, high-quality education aligned with global standards
  • 02Nurture graduates with strong leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • 03Promote research, innovation, and practical learning in diverse disciplines
  • 04Cultivate socially responsible citizens who contribute to community and national development
  • 05Continuously enhance institutional capacity through faculty development, partnerships, and modern learning resources

Three Centres of Learning

Each college is a specialised hub dedicated to distinct fields of professional study.

NACOL
NACOL
Est. 1998 · NACOL

National College

Flagship institution with 25+ years of excellence in Management, IT and Science programs.

BCABBMBBSMBSBSc MicroMSc MicroMSc Biotech
NCFST
NCFST
Est. 2007 · NCFST

National College of Food Science & Technology

Nepal's premier destination for food science and technology education under IOST, TU.

B.Tech FoodIOST–TU
NMCAL
NMCAL
Est. 2007 · NMCAL

National Model College for Advance Learning

Strong pharmaceutical and clinical foundation for future pharmacists under IOM, TU.

B.PharmacyIOM–TU

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