KUSMS vs Manipal Pokhara
MBBS fees, seats, teaching hospital and recognition compared side by side for Indian students. All fees are indicative for the 2026 intake.
| Compare |  KUSMS Dhulikhel View college |  Manipal Pokhara Pokhara View college |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Location | Dhulikhel, Bagmati Province | Pokhara, Gandaki Province |
| College type | Private | Private |
| Established | 2001 | 1994 |
| University / affiliation | Kathmandu University | Kathmandu University |
| Recognition | NMC (India) · NMC Nepal · WHO / WDOMS | NMC (India) · NMC Nepal · WHO / WDOMS |
| MBBS seats | 43 | 59 |
| Duration | 5.5 years (incl. 1-year internship) | 5.5 years (incl. 1-year internship) |
| Medium | English | English |
| Typical NEET range | 300–450+ | 300–450+ |
| Indian students | 150+ | 400+ |
| Our rating | 4.4 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Fees (indicative, 2026 intake) | ||
| Tuition per year | US Dollar 15000 | USD 18,000 |
| Total tuition | US Dollar 75,000 | USD 90,000 |
| Hostel + mess per year | — | USD 5,000 |
| Total all-in cost | Us Dollar 75,000 | USD 95,000 |
| Teaching hospital | ||
| Hospital | Dhulikhel Hospital (Kathmandu University Hospital) | Manipal Teaching Hospital, Pokhara |
| Beds | 450+ | 700+ |
| Daily OPD | 1,000+ | 1,200+ |
| IPD per day | 120+ | 160+ |
| ICU beds | 20+ | 35+ |
| NICU beds | — | 15+ |
| Operation theatres | 8+ | 10+ |
| Surgeries per day | 15+ | 20+ |
| Deliveries per month | 200+ | 250+ |
| Trauma centre | No | Yes |
* Indicative figures for planning. Confirmed, college-specific fees and seats are shared during counselling.
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