Overview
The College of Natural Resource Management, Katari, Udayapur (CNRM Katari) is a constituent college of the Faculty of Forestry under Agriculture and Forestry University. Located in Katari, Udayapur, Koshi Province, Nepal, the college provides undergraduate education in forestry and natural resource management.
CNRM Katari offers the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Forestry with an annual intake of 54 students. Its academic setting combines classroom study with practical and field-based learning related to forests, ecosystems, conservation, and natural resources. The first cohort graduated in 2080 BS, and a CNRM Katari student was the Faculty of Forestry topper that year.
Quick Highlights
| Area | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | College of Natural Resource Management, Katari |
| Short Name | CNRM Katari |
| Location | Katari, Udayapur, Koshi Province, Nepal |
| University | Agriculture and Forestry University |
| Faculty | Faculty of Forestry |
| Program | B.Sc. Forestry |
| Annual Intake | 54 students |
| First Cohort Graduation | 2080 BS |
| Principal | Asst. Prof. Kripa Pokhrel |
College Background and Academic Affiliation
CNRM Katari operates under the Faculty of Forestry of Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU). Its academic focus is forestry and the management and conservation of natural resources.
The B.Sc. Forestry program combines scientific study with practical learning connected with forestry, watershed management, silviculture, wildlife, protected areas, and general forestry.
An academic milestone came in 2080 BS when the first cohort completed its studies. In the same year, the Faculty of Forestry topper was a student from CNRM Katari.
Location in Katari, Udayapur
CNRM Katari is located in Katari, Udayapur District, Koshi Province. Katari connects with areas including Solu, Okhaldhunga, and the Halesi Mahadev Temple area of Khotang District.
The town is approximately:
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28 km north of Mirchaiya along the East-West Highway
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221 km northeast of Kathmandu via BP Highway
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Home to an estimated population of around 60,000 residents
The college's location in Katari provides the institutional setting for its forestry education and academic activities.
B.Sc. Forestry Program
The main academic program at the college is B.Sc. Forestry at CNRM Katari. The annual intake is 54 students.
The program covers forestry and natural resource management through academic and practical study. Areas represented within the college's teaching expertise include general forestry, silviculture, wildlife and protected area management, and watershed management.
The academic structure also includes supporting subjects connected with biological sciences, technical communication, economics, and other areas relevant to forestry study.
B.Sc. Forestry Eligibility
Applicants for the undergraduate entrance examination must meet the prescribed minimum educational qualifications.
| Educational Qualification | Minimum Requirement | Subjects and Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| SEE/SLC or equivalent | Passed | — |
| 10+2 Science; 10+2 Agriculture/Veterinary/Animal Science/Forestry; I.Sc.; Diploma in Agriculture/Veterinary/Animal Science/Forestry/Health Science; A Level; or equivalent | 40% or C Grade (2.00 CGPA) | English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology of at least 100 full marks each. Where Theory and Practical components apply, a combined minimum C Grade is required. |
Applicants are required to prepare the relevant academic and identification records, including:
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Nepali citizenship certificate
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National Identity Card or birth registration certificate for Nepali citizens without a citizenship certificate
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SEE/SLC or equivalent grade sheet and certificate
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Certificate Level/10+2 transcript or equivalent grade sheet and certificate
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Equivalence certificate for qualifications earned from foreign educational institutions
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Relevant certificate or recommendation letter for quota applications
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Recent passport-size photograph
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Applicant's signature
Seat Distribution
The B.Sc. Forestry intake at the constituent college in Katari is 54 seats.
| Admission Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Merit | 21 |
| Province / Backward Area | – / 1 |
| Female | 2 |
| Indigenous Nationalities | 1 |
| Madhesi | 1 |
| Dalit | 1 |
| Persons with Disabilities | 1 |
| Conflict-Affected Family | 1 |
| Martyr Family | 1 |
| Staff Quota — Concessional Fee | 1 |
| Staff Quota — Full Fee | 1 |
| Full Fee — UDF/CDF | 18 |
| Local Quota — Full Fee | 2 |
| Government of Nepal — Full Fee | 2 |
| FDF | — |
| Foreign Student Quota | — |
| Total | 54 |
Campus Development
CNRM Katari initially operated from the premises of Udayashree Multiple Campus in Katari. A dedicated college building has since been completed approximately 4 km east of central Katari along the Madan Bhandari Highway toward Dharan.
The dedicated building marks a further stage in the college's physical development and provides a separate setting for academic activities, faculty work, and student learning.
Faculty
The academic team includes faculty members working in wildlife and protected area management, watershed management, silviculture, and general forestry.
| Name | Designation and Expertise |
|---|---|
| Kripa Pokhrel | Principal, Asst. Prof.; Wildlife and Protected Area Management |
| Utpal Devkota | Asst. Prof.; Watershed Management |
| Namrata Devi Khatri | Asst. Prof.; General Forestry |
| Rajeev Joshi | Asst. Prof.; Silviculture |
| Suman Ghimire | Asst. Prof.; General Forestry |
| Pushpa Rana Magar | Asst. Prof.; General Forestry |
Asst. Prof. Kripa Pokhrel serves as Principal of CNRM Katari.
Administrative and Technical Staff
The college also has administrative, laboratory, academic, accounts, library, store, and support personnel.
| Name | Position / Area |
|---|---|
| Santoshi Chaudhari | Assistant Administrator; Administration |
| Anu Sharma | Lab Technician; Lab |
| Shushma Bhusal | Junior Technician; Academic |
| Ruma Sunam Pariyar | Account Officer; Account |
| Sunil Kumar Mahato | Lab Assistant; Lab |
| Durga K. C. | Field Assistant; Library |
| Suraj Bhattarai | Store Keeper; Store |
| Ram Binod Yadav | Assistant; Administration |
Academic Environment
Forestry education at CNRM Katari combines scientific study with practical and field-oriented learning. The faculty's areas of expertise cover silviculture, general forestry, watershed management, wildlife, and protected areas.
Laboratory and field support staff are also part of the college team. Their roles support the practical components of forestry study alongside classroom-based academic work.
The college's move from shared premises toward a dedicated building represents a change in its physical setting while its academic relationship with the Faculty of Forestry and Agriculture and Forestry University remains central to its institutional structure.
