Application Open for PhD in Public Health Sciences at Patan Academy of Health Sciences

From January 11, 2026
Until February 12, 2026
Entrance Examination: March 05, 2026 18:15

Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS), a public not-for-profit institution dedicated to the improvement of the health of the people in Nepal, invites highly motivated candidates to undertake advanced training and research in its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Health Sciences program.

Important Dates:

  • Application Deadlinen with Regular Fee(Rs 5,000): 12th February, 2026 (Magh 29, 2082)

  • Application with Late Fee (Rs 10,000): 20th February, 2026 (Falgun 08, 2082)

  • Written Entrance Examination: 6th March, 2026 (Falgun 22, 2082)

  • Presentation and Interview of the Shortlisted Candidates: 13th March, 2026 (Falgun 29, 2082)

  • Session Commencement: 15th April, 2026 (Baisakh 02, 2083)

  • Online Application link: https://academic-registration.pahs.edu.np/

Application Fee: must be deposited at PAHS A/C No.: 01811000295 in Laxmi Sunrise Bank, Lagankhel, Lalitpur

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Master’s Degree in Health Sciences OR

  • Master’s Degree with at least three (3) years of experience in a health-related field and a minimum of three (3) publications in peer-reviewed journals.

All applicants will take a written exam and shortlisted candidates on merit basis will be called for submission and presentation of a research proposal along with interview.

Note:

Candidates are required to be physically present at the PAHS Academic Administration Office at 9:00 am, 06-Mar-2026 (Falgun 22, 2082) to verify the documents and get the admit card for the Written Entrance Examination.

Required Documents:

  1. All original documents

  2. Statement of Purpose (Note: partially cut off in image)

  3. Detailed curriculum vitae including qualifications, experience and publications

  4. Two recommendation letters from an academic institution or an immediate past employer

  5. Print copy of the completed online application form

  6. Payment Voucher Receipt (Online / Bank Voucher)

  7. Citizenship / National Id / Passport

  8. Bachelor’s Level Transcript and Certificate

  9. Master’s Level Transcript and Certificate

  10. Equivalence certificate for Nepali candidates with foreign degrees

  11. Professional Council Registration Certificate

  12. Work Experience Certificates