
General Medicine (HA Program): List of All Colleges Offering the Program in Nepal
The Certificate Level General Medicine (HA) program, widely known as the Health Assistant (HA) program, is conducted under the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT).
It is a three-year program designed to prepare competent health workers who can provide primary healthcare, assist doctors, and contribute to community health services across Nepal.
Each affiliated institution offers 40 seats per intake, with scholarships reserved for eligible students.
Program Duration
- 3 Years
Seats per Institution
- 40 seats
Scholarship Seats
- 10% of seats, or a maximum of 4 seats per institution, are reserved under the scholarship quota
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants can apply if they meet one of the following:
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Minimum 45% aggregate marks in SLC/SEE or equivalent with compulsory Mathematics, English, and Science from a recognized institution
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Equivalent grades in Technical SLC/Pre-Diploma programs conducted by CTEVT
Required Documents
Applicants must include the following documents with their application:
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Two recent passport-size photographs (35mm x 45mm) with the applicant’s name and chosen program written on the back
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Copy of SEE/SLC or Technical SLC (Pre-Diploma)/Equivalent mark sheet and transcripts
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Copy of citizenship certificate or another valid identification issued by the Government of Nepal
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Recommendation letter from the concerned authority for full-fee reserved quota (if applicable)
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Proof of entrance examination fee payment as per the “Entrance Examination Conduct, Scholarship Distribution, and Admission Guidelines”
Selection Method for Admission
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Entrance examination for both scholarship and full-fee categories
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Selection on a merit basis
Total Fees
- Rs. 404,000
Course Accreditation
The General Medicine (HA) program is recognized by the Nepal Health Professional Council (NHPC). After completing the program, graduates must pass the licensing examination to begin professional practice.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the General Medicine (HA) program can work in multiple healthcare and community settings, such as:
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Hospitals and health posts
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Clinics and diagnostic centers
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Community health centers
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NGOs and INGOs working in health services
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Research and development organizations
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Government health services
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Schools and health education projects
Future Scope
The demand for trained Health Assistants is growing across Nepal. Graduates have opportunities to:
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Pursue higher education in health sciences (Bachelor in Public Health, Bachelor of Nursing, MBBS, or related fields)
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Specialize in areas such as emergency care, maternal and child health, or community health development
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Work in government health services and contribute to national health programs
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Take on leadership and supervisory roles in healthcare delivery
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Participate in health policy and planning initiatives
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Work internationally in community health or public health projects
Why Choose the General Medicine (HA) Program?
Practical Curriculum
The course provides a strong foundation in medical science, patient care, and public health, with emphasis on practical training.
National Accreditation
The program is accredited by the Nepal Health Professional Council, ensuring recognition for licensing and practice.
Scholarship Support
With reserved scholarships, students from diverse backgrounds can access this program with financial support.
Growing Demand
Health Assistants are essential in rural and urban healthcare systems, offering reliable employment opportunities.
Pathway to Higher Education
Completing the HA program creates pathways to advanced studies in medicine, public health, and nursing.
Skill Development
Students gain clinical experience through internships and hospital rotations, preparing them for real-world challenges.
Community Contribution
Health Assistants play a key role in extending medical services to underserved communities, directly improving public health.
International Opportunities
Nepali Health Assistants are increasingly valued abroad, providing opportunities to work in global health projects.
List of Colleges Offering Certificate Level General Medicine (HA Program) Affiliated with CTEVT 2082/83
The Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) has published the list of approved institutions to run the Certificate Level General Medicine (Health Assistant – HA Program) for the academic session 2082/83.
The province-wise institutions are as follows:
Koshi Province (25 Institutes)
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Madan Bhandari Memorial Foundation, Urlabari
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Aamda Institute of Health Science, Damak
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Life Line Hospital, Jhapa
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Manasrovar Institute of Science and Technology, Damak
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Mechi Technical Training Academy, Birtamod
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Purwanchal Health Cooperative Institute, Birtamod
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Om Sai Pathibhara Nursing College, Bhadrapur
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Birat Health College, Biratnagar, Morang
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Biratnagar Model College, Biratnagar
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Golden Park College, Biratnagar
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Koshi Health Institute, Biratnagar
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National Institute of Technology, Biratnagar
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Neuro Cardio and Multispecialty Hospital, Biratnagar
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Sagarmatha Technical Institute, Biratnagar
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Golden Multi Technical College, Itahari, Biratnagar
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Golden Hospital, Biratnagar
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Dhankuta Institute of Health Science, Dhankuta
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Dhankuta Technical Institute, Itahari
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Banglamukhi Multiple Technical College, Itahari
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Sunsari Technical College, Dharan
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Ambika Health Training School, Itahari, Sunsari
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Bijaypur Technical College, Dharan
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Modern Institute of Health Science, Triyuga
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Makalu Technical Institute, Khandbari
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Ilam Technical Institute, Ilam
Madhesh Province (24 Institutes)
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Sant Alpamai Ramnarayan Yadav Nursing College, Malangwa, Sarlahi
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Gajendra Narayan Singh Memorial Foundation, Rautahat
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Rajdevi Technical Institute, Rajbiraj
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Chhinnamasta Education Academy, Rajbiraj
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Unique College of Medical Science and Hospital, Rajbiraj
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Jagdamba Medical Institute, Rajbiraj
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Jagdamba Technical Institute, Rajbiraj
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Udayapur Technical Training Institute, Rajbiraj
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Agrima Academy, Lahan
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Medical Institute, Lahan
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Public Himal Institute of Technology, Lahan
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Lahan Public Technical College, Dhangadhimai
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Birendra Institute of Medical and Dental Technology, Janakpur
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Care Medical Center, Janakpur
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Central Hospital, Janakpur
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Institute of Health Research Development, Janakpur
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Mithila Technical Academy, Janakpur
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Model Medical Institute, Janakpur
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National Human Resource Development Academy, Janakpur
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Shankar Technical Training Center, Janakpur
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Sarlahi Institute of Public Health and Research Center, Janakpur
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Sharda Institute of Technology, Janakpur
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Rara Polytechnic Institute, Bardibas
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Shubha Swastik Technical Institute, Bardibas
Bagmati Province (34 Institutes)
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School of Health Science, Bharatpur, Chitwan
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Kispang Polytechnic Institute, Nuwakot
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Alka Health Institute, Dhobighat
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Shankharapur Academy, Satdobato
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Vinayak Technical Institute, Mahalaxmisthan, Lalitpur
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Nepal Institute of Medical Science and Technology, Gwarko
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Greentara College of Health Science, Bhainsepati, Lalitpur-25
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Star Academy, Sanepa
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Education and Community Health Organization, Lagankhel
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Iwamura College of Health Science, Sallaghari
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Community Health Institute, Dudhpati, Bhaktapur
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Nagarik Community Hospital, Gatthaghar
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Vinayak Health Care System, Bharatpur
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Nepal Polytechnic Institute Training Center, Bharatpur
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NPI Narayani Community Health Institute, Bharatpur
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Shri Chitwan College, Bharatpur
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Bal Kumari College, Narayanghat, Chitwan
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Baglung Polytechnic Institute, Bharatpur
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School of Public Health and Technical Studies, Nilkantha
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Dolakha Multi Sectoral Training Institute, Charikot
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Chhorolpa General Hospital, Charikot
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Kavre Health Training Institute, Banepa
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Technical Training Center, Kamalamai
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Makwanpur Technical Institute, Hetauda
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All Nepal College of Technical Education, Gaushala
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B.P. Memorial Health Institute and Research Center, Tokha
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Holy Vision Technical Campus, Kathmandu-10
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Human Resource Development and Research Institute, Babarmahal, Kathmandu-11
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Kantipur College of Medical Science, Sitapaila
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Lord Buddha College, Tokha, Gongabu, Kathmandu
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Manmohan Memorial Institute of Medical Sciences, Soltimode
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Nepal Institute of Health Science, Gokarneshwor, Boudha
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Nepal Bharat Maitri Hospital, Mitrapark
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Vinayak College of Health Science, Battisputali
Gandaki Province (11 Institutes)
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Charak Institute of Health Science, Pokhara
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Gandaki Technical Institute, Pokhara
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Pokhara Technical Training and Research Center, Pokhara
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Gorkha Technical Training Center, Satipipal
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Gandaki Technical Training Center, Damauli
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Bandipur Technical Institute, Bandipur
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Western Polytechnic Institute, Shuklagandaki
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Kalika Medical and Technical Institute, Kawasoti
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Kaligandaki Polytechnic Institute, Kawasoti
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Dhaulagiri Technical Education Foundation, Baglung Municipality-04
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Pioneers Higher Education Academy, Waling
Lumbini Province (18 Institutes)
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Bageshwari Health College, Nepalgunj-12, Banke
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College of Allied Health Science, Banke
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Kailpal Academy for Health Science, Nepalgunj
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Kailpal Hospital and College, Nepalgunj
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Nepalgunj Technical College, Nepalgunj
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Sushma Koirala Memorial Trust, Nepalgunj, Banke
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Dang Technical Institute, Tulsipur
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Nepal Sanjivani Institute of Health Science, Ghorahi-15
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Rapti Life Care Hospital, Tulsipur
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Lumbini Institute of Technical Science, Butwal
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Mayadevi Technical College, Butwal
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Meditech International Academy, Butwal
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Rambhadevi College of Medical Science, Butwal
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Butwal Academic Institute, Kalikanagar, Butwal
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Integrated Rural Health Training Center, Butwal
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Siddhartha Institute of Medical Technology, Siddharthanagar, Bhairahawa
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Siddhartha Polytechnic College, Butwal, Rupandehi
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Siddhartha Training Center, Bahadurganj, Kapilvastu
Karnali Province (5 Institutes)
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Dailekh Technical School, Narayan
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Surkhet Technical Institute, Birendranagar
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Surkhet Education Development Academy, Birendranagar
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Chandan Nath Polytechnic Institute, Birendranagar
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Aarti Technical Institute, Sharada, Khalanga
Sudurpaschim Province (9 Institutes)
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Mangalsen Polytechnic Institute, Mangalsen
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Mahakali Polytechnic Institute, Kanchanpur
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Bageshwar Academy for Health Science, Dhangadhi
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Community Health Institute, Tikapur
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Padma Health College, Dhangadhi
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Khaptad Medical Studies and Health Sciences, Dhangadhi
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Navajeevan College of Nursing and Health Science, Dhangadhi
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Shaileshwori Farwest School of Health Science and Technology, Dhangadhi
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Farwest School of Medicine, Mahendranagar
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