Nursing Council orders mandatory registration for Nurses and ANMs
Bansbari, Kathmandu, February 10, 2026 [2082-10-27 (BS)].
Nepal Nursing Council, Bansbari, has issued an extremely urgent notice stating that nurses and ANMs must mandatorily register their names with the Council.
In the notice made public on February 10, 2026 [2082-10-27 (BS)], the Council states that anyone who violates the legal provisions will be subject to action in accordance with the law.
Legal basis cited in the notice
According to the notice, the following legal instruments require mandatory registration for any nurse and ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife):
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Nepal Nursing Council Act, 2052 (BS)
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Nepal Nursing Council Regulation, 2065 (BS)
For related reading, see the Nepal Nursing Council licensing exam guide: Nepal Nursing Council Licensing Exam Guide
Who can face action
The Council has warned that action will be taken against:
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Individuals who provide nursing services in violation of the mandatory registration requirement.
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Government and non-government organizations and institutions that employ such individuals.
For background on entering the profession, see: How to Start a Nursing Career in Nepal
Council’s warning
The Council has made it clear that if it is found that nurses and ANMs who are not registered with the Council have been engaged in nursing services, all concerned parties will be subject to action under prevailing law.
The notice states that this information has been communicated to all stakeholders.
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